Sacha Baron Cohen reveals drastic physique alteration, disclosing methods behind his change
Sacha Baron Cohen Reveals Rapid-Results Fitness Regime for Marvel's Ironheart
Sacha Baron Cohen, known for his iconic characters Borat Sagdiyev and Ali G, has unveiled his chiseled physique in the latest issue of Men's Fitness UK. The transformation is a testament to Cohen's dedication to achieving a visually impressive look for his role as the hellish supervillain Mephisto in the new Disney+ series Ironheart.
To achieve this physical transformation, Cohen followed a rigorous workout routine and diet plan.
Workout Routine
Cohen's workout routine was based on short, intense sessions that were sustainable even during filming. He engaged in 25-minute workouts daily, focusing on bodyweight exercises such as push-ups, pull-ups, and squats, using minimal equipment. The routine emphasised daily consistency rather than marathon sessions.
Cohen worked with personal trainer Alfonso Moretti, also known as The Angry Trainer, to guide him through workouts via the Beverly Hills Workout app and live FaceTime sessions.
Diet Plan
Cohen adopted a high-fiber diet that was rich in protein to support muscle growth and recovery. He avoided sugar to maintain a lean physique and incorporated protein shakes into his diet, humorously noting that he replaced beer with them.
Additional Factors
Cohen also admitted to using Ozempic, a medication often used for weight management, as part of his transformation. His motivation was boosted by the short, intense workouts and the goal of achieving a certain physique for his role in Ironheart.
Alfonso Moretti stated that Cohen was not out of shape but needed a more visually "in-shape" look for his role in Ironheart. Feige noted that pre-MCU, it would have been hard to do the Mephisto character, but now that he's in the MCU, the potential is clear.
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige revealed that Mephisto has a bright future in the MCU, implying that Cohen can't afford to take his fitness efforts lightly. Cohen shared a photoshoot from the issue on his Instagram Stories, jokingly captioning it, "Some celebs use Ozempic, some use private chefs, some use personal trainers. I did all three."
Cohen reflected that short workout sessions made it easier to stay consistent, even with the demands of being on set. His favorite exercise is X-ups, a core workout that he found challenging before his transformation. Cohen's approach to fitness has "definitely evolved" due to his work with Moretti.
Fitness guru Alfonso Moretti shared with Men's Fitness UK that fitness is not about dropping a large sum at once, but about putting in a small amount each day. Moretti demanded daily 25-minute workouts from Cohen, even between filming the MCU show.
Cohen sought advice from Matthew McConaughey to get in touch with Moretti, and Moretti's disciplined workout structure produced rapid results for Cohen's physical transformation. Cohen's rapid-results fitness regime included 100 push-ups per day, a low-sugar and high-fibre/protein diet, and guidance from Alfonso Moretti via FaceTime and the celebrity trainer's Beverly Hills Workout app.
With Cohen's physical transformation complete, fans are eagerly anticipating the release of Ironheart, where Cohen will bring the formidable Mephisto to life.
- Sacha Baron Cohen's rapid-results fitness regime for Marvel's Ironheart included a daily routine of 25-minute workouts, focusing on bodyweight exercises and minimal equipment, as guided by his personal trainer, Alfonso Moretti.
- Cohen adopted a high-fiber, protein-rich diet to support muscle growth and recovery, avoiding sugar to maintain a lean physique and incorporating protein shakes into his diet.
- In addition to workout and diet changes, Cohen also uses Ozempic, a medication often used for weight management, as part of his transformation.
- Celebrity fitness guru Alfonso Moretti emphasizes that fitness is about putting in a small amount each day, not dropping a large sum at once, and his structured workouts produced rapid results for Cohen's physical transformation.
