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Darts legend Phil Taylor underwent incredible weight transformation to lose five stone

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Darts legend Phil Taylor underwent an incredible weight transformation and lost five stone which helped him secure his final world championship title back in 2013 against Michael Van Gerwen.Taylor is widely regarded as the best darts player of all time, and for good reason.The Power dominated the sport during his long and successful playing career, winning a remarkable 14 world titles, 16 world matchplays, 11 World Grand Prixs and six Premier League titles.Of course, darts has never been associated with its competitors displaying fit and athletic physiques, with the sport known for its skill rather than athleticism.Despite this, the greatest player of all time revealed getting himself into shape and shedding the pounds actually went on to help him to become world champion for a 14th time.Impressively, Taylor lost five stone from the bloated 19-stone frame that took to the stage in the early stages of his career ahead of the 2013 World Championship in 2013, and it proved effective.

Just after his world title nine years ago The Power told the Mirror : “I am a lot fitter and sharper, I can really tell the difference."As well as improving his darts game one other key component that motivated Taylor to get fit was of course his health.What is your favourite Phil Taylor moment?

Let us know in the comments section below.He went on to admit that a big driving force to transform was to wade off any health scares that could be caused by his weight in his later years.The Power continued: “I don’t think it is strange to do a programme like this.

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