Irish actor Paul Mescal has opened up about how he got into shape for his upcoming role in the sequel to historical epic film ‘Gladiator’.
According to Mescal, his fitness journey began with a meeting with trainer and nutritionist Greg Jenkins. The actor revealed that Jenkins helped him develop a tailored workout plan that focused on building muscle mass.
Mescal shared that Jenkins’ approach was centered around progressive overload, which involves gradually increasing weight or resistance over time to challenge the muscles. This method allowed Mescal to achieve significant gains in his physique.
The actor credited Jenkins with pushing him beyond his comfort zone and allowing him to reach a level of physical fitness he never thought possible. With Jenkins’ guidance, Mescal transformed from an average athlete into a strong and lean figure, which he says is essential for his role as a Roman gladiator.
Mescal’s transformation has been months in the making, with daily workouts and strict nutrition planning playing key roles in his success. His dedication to fitness has clearly paid off, as he is now better prepared than ever to take on the physically demanding role of a Roman warrior.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/reel/video/p0k072n2/how-paul-mescal-got-into-shape-for-gladiator-ii