Precisely. A physique such as mine requires daily regimens and diet to maintain. Otherwise even a troll will grow flabby and weak, an unacceptable fate fit for culling should such become apparent to others of their kind.

[He snorted. No, his life wasn't like that anymore, but the habit was reassuring and calming, to constantly train like he had no choice.]

And besides, you never know when there will be another great strife to participate in.