But the terrible experience in the 2017 action comedy wasn’t in vain, as the actor learned from his mistakes.
Zac Efron will soon be hitting the big screen in Iron Claw, the latest project from A24, the acclaimed production company behind many cinematic masterpieces in recent years.
Efron, who was set to star in a biopic about real-life wrestler Kevin Von Erich, once again had to get his physique into impressive shape, but has never been able to maintain an intense fitness routine. was having a negative impact on the actor’s mental health.
miserable experience
Starring in the 2017 action comedy “Baywatch,” which necessitated many shirtless scenes, forced Efron to undergo a strict diet and excessive exercise, which led to long-term problems with insomnia. He revealed in an interview with Men’s Health that it led to an attack of depression. .
The reason was that he was “taking too many diuretics for a long time,” which affected his body, and he had to recover for six months after filming ended, giving him time to consider a different approach. It is said that he was given
The actor even stopped working out completely for a while, which turned out to be a good decision, but he still couldn’t get the thought of training out of his head.
new challenge
Now, to convincingly portray the wrestling icon, Efron had to start it all over again, but he definitely learned from his previous harrowing experience.
In a separate interview with Men’s Health, he described an improved diet that includes bone broth, a variety of vegetables, and clean protein sources such as chicken, beef, and other meats.
On his cheat days, the actor indulges in “a ton of pancakes,” but still prefers semi-healthy pancakes made with a high-protein mix.
Additionally, his workout routine is different this time around, combining high calorie intake with intense weight training to increase muscle mass and strength, as professional trainer Farren Morgan explained to GQ. The focus was on increasing volume.
Considering the numerous dramatic twists and turns in Kevin Von Erich’s life, aside from his impressive body, the actor definitely had to make the most of his acting skills, so this I hope all your efforts are worth it.
“Iron Claw” is scheduled to be released on December 22, 2023.
source: men’s health, Men’s Health via YT, GQ
