John Goodman admits he got ‘lazy’ and ‘let everything go’ after huge 200lbs weight loss
Posted June 20, 2023 by: Admin
John Goodman, the beloved actor known for his role as Fred Flintstone, has undergone an incredible transformation on his weight loss journey. From a staggering 28 stone, he has shed an impressive 200 pounds, equivalent to 14.3 stone. At the recent 62nd Monte Carlo TV Festival in Monaco, the 70-year-old icon proudly displayed his slimmer physique on the red carpet, radiating confidence and joy.
Despite his remarkable progress, John humbly acknowledges that maintaining his new healthy lifestyle hasn’t always been easy. During the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic, he confesses to falling into a slump, admitting that he “let everything go” and became lax with his exercise routine. However, John is now determined to refocus on his health and well-being.
In a candid interview with Rolling Stone, he expressed his intentions to establish a new exercise regimen in the upcoming summer months, eager to regain his vitality. Reflecting on his current state, John admitted, “I haven’t been exercising, but I’m going to start a routine again this summer where I can get some stuff done. I’ve just let everything go just because I haven’t had the energy.”
The actor further elaborated on his approach, highlighting how simple activities like walking his dogs have become an integral part of his daily routine. While he used to engage in boxing for fitness prior to the pandemic, the temporary shutdown disrupted his training, and he confesses to succumbing to a temporary bout of laziness.
John credits his remarkable weight loss journey to the guidance of his personal trainer, Mackie Shilstone, who introduced him to a “Mediterranean-style eating plan.” This wholesome approach emphasizes the consumption of fish, nuts, olive oil, vegetables, and fruit. To complement his dietary changes, the actor diligently worked out six days a week, ensuring he reached a target of 10,000 to 12,000 steps each day.
In a candid interview with ABC in 2017, John shared his evolving perspective on weight loss. He expressed his desire to adopt a gradual and sustainable approach, focusing on movement and exercise instead of crash diets. “This time I wanted to do it slowly. Move, exercise. I’m getting to the age where I can’t afford to sit still anymore,” he revealed, emphasizing the importance of long-term health and vitality.
