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Alicia Vikander may be one of Hollywood’s most stunning and talented actresses, but based off of her intense Tomb Raider workout regimen, she’s also a hardcore athlete. To get into peak physical shape for the role of Lara Croft for this year’s reboot of the 2001 film starring Angelina Jolie, Vikander underwent a seven-month training ...
Mar 16, 2018 · She added 12 pounds of muscle to her naturally svelte figure, developed an Internet-famous eight pack, and ultimately relished every obstacle that came with portraying the powerful female...
Feb 9, 2018 · The Oscar winner gained 12 pounds of muscle to become the famous Tomb Raider character, working with trainer Magnus Lygdback to transform her body three months before she started filming the...
WhiskeyBeerRecipesCocktails & SpiritsHealthy FoodWine. Trainer Magnus Lygdback, who has trained everyone from Ben Affleck to Alexander Skarsgard, shares Alicia Vikander's 'Tomb Raider' workout.
- She Gained 12 Pounds of muscle.
- MMA Fighting Was Part of The Training.
- Vikander Debuted Her New Form at The Academy Awards.
- By Then, She Was Eating Five Times A Day.
- The Actress Developed An Eight-Pack.
- But Sometimes, She Needed A Rest Day.
Though my experience didn’t involve weight lifting, Lygdback says Vikander’s early days of prep involved plenty of strength training, a lot of food, and minimal cardio in order to bulk up her 5-foot-5 frame. At first, the weight gain was jarring for Vikander, who’s always been lean, but Lygdback assured the actress that she’d achieve the right acti...
Though Lygdback says he’s proud of all of Vikander’s Tomb Raider prep, he’s probably most excited about “the whole MMA fight,” he says. “You can tell that she looks the part." To prep for fight scenes, Vikander learned to kick and punch like mixed martial arts athletes. I, too, got a taste of that training by striking a thick pad with the heels of ...
At the 2017 ceremony, a year after Vikander won her supporting actress Oscar, she returned with a freshly toned figure. And she didn't hide it. On the contrary: The black dress she wore to the ceremony and the green gown she donned at the Vanity Fairafter-party displayed Vikander's muscular back. “That was the first time the world got to see her an...
Yes, it is possible to get into action-hero shape without limiting yourself to skinless chicken breast and greens. (“Hell, no!” says Lygdback. “Enjoy life.”) Vikander’s diet — some of which I sampled — had much more variety. For breakfast? Three poached eggs. Lunch consisted of a fish or other protein, slow carbs like potatoes or quinoa, and vegeta...
“You don’t see that too much in the movie, but she’s got an eight-pack” of abdominal muscles, says Lygdback. “I’m really proud about her core.” Though not visible onscreen, Vikander’s strong core was crucial for preventing serious injury while she was getting beaten up onscreen. It helped her handle a variety of extreme stunts, including swimming i...
Vikander, a serious actor and athlete, isn’t someone who has trouble working hard. Instead, “she needs someone like me (to say), 'It’s OK. We’re going to take a step back. Take a day off. Relax,' " he says. On the other hand, Lygdback can also motivate someone to keep going. In my experience, mid chin-up, one genuine cheer of "You're doing awesome!...
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Jul 3, 2019 · Alicia Vikander Gained 12 Pounds of Muscle for Her Tomb Raider Role—Here's How. By Kaitlyn McLintock. last updated 3 July 2019. (Image credit: Matthias Nareyek/Getty) Alicia Vikander is known best for her roles in films like Euphoria, The Light Between Oceans, The Danish Girl, and, as of this month, Tomb Raider.
Mar 1, 2018 · How Alicia Vikander Put on a Ton of Muscle to Play Lara Croft in 'Tomb Raider' | SELF. Fitness. How Alicia Vikander Put on a Ton of Muscle to Play Lara Croft in 'Tomb Raider' Playing an...
