NBA 2K26: Workout Controls Guide

Explore the different types of workout equipment in NBA 2K26 and the control inputs to play these mini-games.

Gatorade Training Facility workouts in NBA 2K26 (Image via 2K Games)
Gatorade Training Facility workouts in NBA 2K26 (Image via 2K Games)

The Gatorade Training Facility in NBA 2K26 is a perfect way to unlock the type of build you want for your MyPlayer. This mode, available inside The City, consists of different mini-games in the form of workout machines. Each game has a different set of controls to complete the training, keeping the games fresh and fun.

They also hold their own sets of stipulations in order to obtain the maximum number of stars. In this article, we will explore the different types of workouts in NBA 2K26 and the control inputs for each.

Gatorade Training Facility Overview in NBA 2K26

List of all workouts (Image via 2K Games)
List of all workouts (Image via 2K Games)

There are four weekly workouts that you can engage in. After the week ends, the workouts available will shuffle, leaving you with four new exercises. The faster or more efficiently you complete the workouts, the more stars you will collect. To learn more about the Gatorade Training Facility, you can refer to the link below.

Read: NBA 2K26: Gatorade Training Facility Guide

Let us now look at all the different workouts and their control inputs.

Control Inputs for Workout Equipment in NBA 2K26

Control inputs for workout equipment in NBA 2K26 (Image via 2K Games)
Control inputs for workout equipment in NBA 2K26 (Image via 2K Games)
WorkoutPlayStation Control InputXbox Control InputTime limitStar Requirements
Agility HurdlesPush LS and RS in the direction as shown on the screen.
If done correctly, you will pass one hurdle.
Push LS and RS in the direction as shown on the screen.
If done correctly, you will pass one hurdle.
Minimum – 9 Seconds and under
Maximum – No limit
17-13 Seconds: 1 Star
13-11 Seconds: 2 Stars
11-9 Seconds: 3 Stars
Under 9 Seconds: 4 Stars
Agility LadderPress the button prompt as shown on screen.
The faster you do it, the faster the player will cross the ladder.
Press the button prompt as shown on the screen.
The faster you do it, the faster the player will cross the ladder.
Minimum – 13 Seconds and under
Maximum – No limit
24-20 Seconds: 1 Star
19-16 Seconds: 2 Stars
15-14 Seconds: 3 Stars
Under 13 Seconds: 4 Stars
Bench PressMove LS and RS down to balance the ball on the bar.
Push LS and RS up to finish a rep.
Move LS and RS down to balance the ball on the bar.
Push LS and RS up to finish a rep.
45 Seconds3 Reps: 1 Star
5 Reps: 2 Stars
8 Reps: 3 Stars
12 Reps: 4 Stars
Box JumpHold LS down to begin the jump.
Flick LS up to jump when the player’s knees are fully bent.
Hold LS down to begin the jump.
Flick LS up to jump when the player’s knees are fully bent.
45 Seconds2 Reps: 1 Star
6 Reps: 2 Stars
8 Reps: 3 Stars
11 Reps: 4 Stars
Exercise BikeMove LS and RS alternately to pedal.Move LS and RS alternately to pedal.No limit.
The pattern changes every 10 seconds.
150 points: 1 Star
250 points: 2 Stars
325 points: 3 Stars
375 points: 4 Stars
Pull-UpsPush down LS and RS to begin the motion.
Then push the LS and RS up to begin a rep.
Release both the sticks when you touch the green zone to finish a rep.
Push down LS and RS to begin the motion.
Then push the LS and RS up to begin a rep.
Release both the sticks when you touch the green zone to finish a rep.
No Limit3 Reps: 1 Star
6 Reps: 2 Stars
9 Reps: 3 Stars
16 Reps: 4 Stars
Punching BagMove LS and try to hover it over the circle.
Press the button shown on screen to throw a punch.
Move LS and try to hover it over the circle.
Press the button shown on screen to throw a punch.
No Limit11 Reps: 1 Star
15 Reps: 2 Stars
19 Reps: 3 Stars
25 Reps: 4 Stars
SprintsPress L2 and R2 alternately as quickly as you can.Press LT and RT alternately as quickly as you can.Minimum – 19 Seconds and under
Maximum – No limit
30-24 Seconds: 1 Star
24-21 Seconds: 2 Stars
21-19 Seconds: 3 Stars
Under 19 Seconds: 4 Stars
SquatsTap X as fast as you can.
Once you reach the benchmark, press the button prompt to finish the rep.
Tap A as fast as you can.
Once you reach the benchmark, press the button prompt to finish the rep.
45 Seconds3 Reps: 1 Star
5 Reps: 2 Stars
11 Reps: 3 Stars
14 Reps: 4 Stars
TreadmillPress L2 and R2 alternatively in a steady pattern.Press LT and RT alternatively in a steady pattern.45 Seconds50 Meters: 1 Star
70 Meters: 2 Stars
105 Meters: 3 Stars
120 Meters: 4 Stars
Yoga BallUse LS and RS to maintain the icons within the bounds of the circle. The longer you do it, the more points you will accumulate.Use LS and RS to maintain the icons within the bounds of the circle. The longer you do it, the more points you will accumulate.No Limit100 points: 1 Star
200 points: 2 Stars
300 points: 3 Stars
375 points: 4 Stars

Also read: How To Evolve a Card in NBA 2K26


Thank you for reading the article. We provide the latest news and create guides for new and old titles, including Death Stranding 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, Roblox, Destiny 2, and more.