Adrian Peterson‘s begun coaching for his movie star boxing match along with his poker rival … and whereas his arms might actually use some extra sharpening, it is clear he is in nice form.

Try some movies TMZ Sports activities has obtained of the Minnesota Vikings legend as he kicked off his preparation for his large matchup with Joe “Child Joe” Castaneda … he appeared like he might nonetheless decide up a couple of first downs for an NFL staff.

Rockin’ a maroon tee, gray shorts and black sneakers … the 40-year-old confirmed off a svelte body as he hit the mitts in a Houston health club.

The previous tailback’s fists weren’t as fast as he in all probability would have preferred — however he was transferring extraordinarily properly, and it certain looks like he is taking his combat vs. Castaneda severely.

There’s nonetheless no time, date or place set but for the scrap — although Superstar Boxing founder Damon Feldman mentioned he is engaged on getting that each one secured shortly.

As for Peterson’s opponent, Castaneda has additionally already begun his prep for the match … as video we received earlier this month confirmed he, too, has been working with a coach to verify he can land a win at any time when the combat goes down.

It will all, in fact, be a rematch from Might 27 … when the 2 dudes waled on one another following a dispute over playing cards.