3 offseason changes Angels' Mike Trout made that sparked 2026 resurgence

This is a very fascinating adjustment made by Trout to help get into better shape. While he's working out more often than he has in previous years, there's a big difference in how he's approaching these workouts.

Trout isn't trying to set any personal records with working out; he's just keeping his body in shape and ready to go, even if it means a short workout.

2. Nutrition change

"Trout hired a nutritionist and focused on eating less junk food on the couch before he goes to sleep, and along the way, his weight dropped to 230 pounds, which is about eight to 10 pounds less than in previous seasons," Olney writes.

This change for Trout is a noteworthy, but simple one. It's sometimes as simple as just eating better, and by doing so, Trout felt the positive side effects.

Trout noted how he felt the difference in his knees and legs in late winter, as he was in much better condition than he was in previous years.

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3. Family time and mindset

"His adjustments went beyond workouts and included a mental reframing that started last fall," Olney writes. "As a parent to two young children, Trout embraced each moment with his kids."

Trout is spending more time with his family than he did before, and overall, is approaching things from a much healthier mental state.

"I've made a point of slowing down this year," Trout said. That's not regarding his play-speed, but rather how he approaches things outside of baseball. It's clearly working.

Trout's offseason changes are working

Trout is in his 16th season in the big leagues, and he's having one of the best starts to a season of his career.

He is hitting .250 with 10 homers and 21 RBIs with a .954 OPS. Trout looks to be back to his All-Star self, and it's been thanks to some off-the-field work.

Between the more efficient workout regimen, his healthier eating habits, and his better mindset with more time spent with his family, Trout is rediscovering his youth and looks as good as he's looked in quite some time.

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