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Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Chris Hemsworth shows off ripped physique as he strips off for intense boxing session while preparing for next Avengers role
Chris Hemsworth is proving once again that he's more than worthy of wielding Thor's mighty hammer. The 41-year-old Aussie actor turned up the heat on Instagram on Thursday by sharing a jaw-dropping video of himself shirtless and working up a serious sweat during a boxing session in his backyard. Clad in just a pair of black shorts and gold training shoes, the Marvel star threw a flurry of powerful punches at a heavy teardrop bag attached to an outdoor home gym setup. 'Avengers pre-game workout,' Hemsworth captioned the clip, which instantly sent fans into a frenzy. The video, set against the lush greenery of his Byron Bay estate, shows Chris' sculpted physique in full display as he delivers quick jabs and hooks with flawless precision - his red boxing gloves a blur with the force and speed of his strikes. While Hemsworth hasn't officially confirmed his return as Thor for the upcoming Avengers: Secret Wars instalment, fans were quick to speculate that the post was a not-so-subtle hint that the God of Thunder will be back on the big screen. The 41-year-old Aussie actor turned up the heat on Instagram on Thursday by sharing a jaw-dropping video of himself shirtless and working up a serious sweat during a boxing session in his backyard 'Can't wait for that reunion with Loki,' one follower commented, while another gushed, 'Marvel is nothing without Thor!!' Hemsworth, who has long been known for his gruelling fitness regime, regularly trains with longtime friend and personal trainer Luke Zocchi and often shares glimpses of his workouts online. He also co-founded the fitness app Centr, which offers training and nutrition programs inspired by his own routines. The Hollywood heavyweight has been enjoying downtime in Australia with wife Elsa Pataky and their three children, following a busy year of filming and global promotions. While Marvel fans wait eagerly for official announcements regarding the actor's next blockbuster appearance, one thing's for sure - Hemsworth is in fighting form and ready for battle. Chris is well-known for having a strict exercise regimen, which helps him maintain his superhero physique. In an interview with Australian Men's Health, he said his 'body shuts down' when he doesn't work out. 'I just don't feel good. I like it for a couple of days, then everything just starts to hurt,' he confessed. In an interview with Australian Men's Health , he said his 'body shuts down' when he doesn't work out 'I get achy and there's inflammation, my back's stiff. I'm just well aware that in order for me to live healthier and happier, I've got to keep moving.' He also stressed the importance of developing a workout regimen that keeps you motivated. 'I do a lot of different things. You've got to be an explorer in the world of fitness and exercise and constantly be on the lookout for something fresh,' he said. HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training, which involves short bursts of intense exercises to burn fat. Meanwhile, HIRT stands for high-intensity resistance training, and involves strengthening exercises to build muscle. 'Cheat day today. Decided to treat myself to this extra large donut, gosh it's heavy,' Chris captioned a photo of himself pushing a heavy-looking ring.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Sinners' star Michael B. Jordan's workout and diet regimen: A look at the reason for his jaw-dropping physique
Michael B. Jordan, 'The Sinners' actor, has been a fan favourite due to his impeccable acting skills, but is also admired for his jaw-dropping physique. While his body frame remains the same, Jordan has managed to achieve uniqueness in his flesh and bones for the specific roles. The insights from Corey Calliet, the trainer Jordan's long-time fitness trainer, Corey Calliet, gave a workout regime followed by the actor to achieve the perfect body. 'When we first started, he could barely bench 20lbs (10kg), his legs were flailing everywhere. He had nothing. He used to hate all this,' he revealed in an old interview, according to Men's Health Australia magazine. Corey has led Jordan to have an enviable physique that perfectly blends with the script. If the script demands to be a boxer, the actor's body will look like a boxer. If the script demands to be an atrocious villain, he will look like someone who can scare the hero with just his physique. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo The one insightful tip Corey gave is - he likes to make everything with high intensity. 'As long as I'm paying attention to form and control, I'm able to get what I want out of it because I want to get that heart rate up. Even when I'm lifting weights. I don't like to just be hitting the heavy weight and then just sit down and chill,' Corey shared with the Australian Men's Health. When you train, you don't want to behave like a robot. Hence, Corey included a proper plan that includes regular cardio with high-quality circuit training to incinerate fat and sharpen definition in his four-day program. The workout session The first day includes a workout for the chest, back, and arms. The exercises include a one-mile jog as a warm-up, incline dumbbell press – 3 sets of 12 reps, dumbbell flys – 3 sets of 12 reps, push-up – 10 sets of 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 reps, dumbbell kickback – 3 sets of 15 reps, triceps pushdown – 2 sets of 20 reps, and bench dip – 10 sets of 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 reps. The second day includes a workout for the biceps, triceps, and lats. The exercises include a one-mile jog as a warm-up, one-arm dumbbell row – 3 sets of 12 reps, neutral-grip pulldown – 3 sets of 12 reps, bent-over row – 3 sets of 12 reps, dumbbell curl (alternate arms) – 3 sets of 12 reps, barbell curl – 3 sets of 12 reps, and hammer curl – 3 sets of 12 reps. The third day includes a workout for the legs and abs circuit. The exercises include a one-mile jog as a warm-up, dumbbell lunge – 3 sets at 30 seconds per leg, single-leg hip extension – 3 sets of 15 reps per leg, leg curl – 3 sets of 12 reps, romanian deadlift – 3 sets of 12 reps, squat – 10 sets of 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 reps, crunch with Swiss ball – 3 sets of 25 reps, leg raise – 3 sets of 25 reps, reverse crunch with resistance band – 3 sets of 25 reps, toe touch with medicine ball – 3 sets of 25 reps, and sprinter sit-up – 3 sets of 25 reps. The fourth day includes a workout for the chest, arms, and abs. The exercises include a one-mile jog as a warm-up, dumbbell bench press – 5 sets of 10, 9, 8, 7, 6 reps, push-up – 5 sets of 15 reps, dumbbell flys – 5 sets of 10, 9, 8, 7, 6 reps, push-up – 5 sets of 10 reps, dumbbell curl – 4 sets of 12 reps, dumbbell kickback – 4 sets of 15 reps, bench dip – 4 sets of 20 reps, crunch with Swiss ball – 3 sets of 25 reps, leg raise – 3 sets of 25 reps, reverse crunch with resistance band – 3 sets of 25 reps, toe touch with medicine ball – 3 sets of 25 reps, and sprinter sit-up – 25 reps. The diet plan For a meal, however, Jordan has 6 meal portions in a day that keep him energised, helping him in proper digestion and a burst of nutrition. The first meal of the day includes 6 egg whites, 1 whole egg and 45 g carbs ( oats, rice, etc.); the second meal includes a protein shake, 35 g carbs (steel-cut oats); the third meal includes 225g lean protein (chicken, ground turkey), 65 g carb (rice, sweet potato), 1 cup green veggies; the fourth meal includes 225g lean protein (chicken, ground turkey, or fish), 35 g carb (rice, sweet or red potato). The fifth meal includes a protein shake, 35 g carb (steel-cut oats); and the last meal of the day includes 225g lean protein (chicken, ground turkey), 1 cup green veggies, 1 tsp oil (olive oil, coconut oil, macadamia nut oil). In addition to extensive protein intake, Jordan takes 'pre-workout' and 'recovery' supplements.
