Alexander Skarsgård's intense diet and fitness routine revealed
The Swedish actor shot to fame as Vampire Eric Northman in True Blood and the abusive husband Perry Wright in Big Little Lies, for which he won an Emmy.
TL;DR
- Alexander Skarsgård underwent an intense three-month transformation for 'The Legend of Tarzan' and 'The Northman'.
- His diet, designed by trainer Magnus Lygdbäck, involved consuming up to 7,000 calories during bulking phases and strict adherence to dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, and alcohol-free during cutting phases.
- The workout regime was a hybrid of plyometrics and bodybuilding, focusing on a broad back and traps, and typically lasted one hour, six days a week.
- Skarsgård's diet included large amounts of steak, chicken, lamb, fish, potatoes, rice, and oats, with specific meal examples provided.
- Fatherhood has influenced Skarsgård's career choices, prioritizing family needs and the ability to say no to roles that don't accommodate his family's schedule.