Bautista said her weight loss journey has not been easy, but she found the consistency in her efforts rewarding.
Wrestler-turned-actor Dave Bautista has made a stunning transformation by losing over 22kg for his new film The Killer’s Game. The 55-year-old actor shocked fans with his extremely slim appearance at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.
Although Bautista now weighs 240 pounds, his ardent fans have been wondering how he accomplished the feat.
In an interview, Bautista said he trained jiu-jitsu regularly and had a primarily vegetarian diet. The actor, who had gained weight for his role in Knock on the hut He decided to lose weight to avoid being typecast in similar roles. “It’s my way of losing weight. I gained a lot of weight for Knock at the Cabin. I was very big, I weighed over 300 pounds (approximately 136 kg),” he said.
For Bautista, consistency is the key
Bautista says his weight loss journey has not been easy, but he has found the consistency in his efforts rewarding. “The trainer and I did nothing but fight for hours,” he added. “So I started losing weight and thought, ‘I’m going to keep going until I get a brown belt,’” he said.
Bautista lost at least 50 pounds of weight thanks to martial arts training alone. He also lost a significant amount of muscle and said he was happy about it. “I’ve sacrificed a lot of muscle mass, but I feel more comfortable.”
How do consistent workouts help you lose weight?
According to experts, doing high-intensity exercises consistently helps increase metabolism and burn more calories in the long run. Consistency is important to create a habit, and if you have a lot of weight to lose, making exercise a habit will help you a lot.
In addition to helping you create healthy habits, consistency keeps you motivated, which helps you stay on track. That’s why experts stress that you should track your progress and celebrate it.
How to maintain consistency?
Here are some tips to help you be more consistent in your weight loss efforts:
- Make sure you set realistic goals and don’t try to lose too much weight too quickly. According to experts, you should always aim for a healthy and sustainable rate of weight loss.
- The best way to lose weight is to make small but decisive changes to your daily routine. Don’t try to change your entire diet and exercise routine overnight, but start by making small changes that you can maintain and even enjoy.
- It’s important to have a strong support system that can motivate you to stick with your long-term plans. Having friends or family who are also trying to lose weight can help keep you motivated.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you’re having trouble staying consistent, talk to a professional.
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