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**Chicago Fire FC Player Shares Favorites and Wellness Habits**

Chicago Fire FC took a moment to spotlight their player Barlow, giving fans insight into his personal preferences and routines.

- **Pregame Pump-Up Song**: Barlow gears up for matches by listening to "Cinderella Man" by Eminem.

- **Favorite Post-Game Meal**: After a match, Barlow’s go-to meal is tacos.

- **Preferred Workout Time**: He prefers to work out in the mornings.

- **Favorite Non-Soccer Activity**: When not playing soccer, Barlow enjoys playing basketball.

- **Mental Health Practices**: To maintain his mental health, Barlow reads regularly.

Barlow also shared a few of his preferences in a quick "This or That" style: he chooses fruits over vegetables, strength training over cardio, working out solo, and arm day over leg day.

This feature is presented by Meridian HealthChoice Illinois as part of a series to help Chicago Fire FC fans get to know their favorite players.

Source: Chicago Fire

Source Type: Sports

Source Location:

Meridian, ID

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