How Nicolas Cage Stayed In Shape For "Massive Talent"

Nicolas Cage played young and current versions of himself in his new hit film, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, and both looked as healthy and virile as ever. The actor known for both action roles and serious dramatic turns played “Nick Cage,” a fictionalized version of his real self, and “Nicky,” a 1990s-era younger version, in the surreal action comedy, and he showed he is still vigorous enough to pull it off. Read on to see five ways Nicolas Cage stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. He Chooses Which Meat To Eat Based on a Unique Criterion

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We all know Cage is an unusual dude. So it may not be surprising that he decides which meat to consume based on how the animals have sex. He favors fish and fowl because of their dignified sexual relations, or so he says. You decide whether he’s joking or not.

2. He Stays Hydrated

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Cage makes sure to drink enough water, which helps his skin and protects his internal organs. Drinking enough water is key when it comes to overall health and wellness. "So how much fluid does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need?" asks the Mayo Clinic. "The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is:

• About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day for men
• About 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids a day for women."

3. He Loves Veggies

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Cage eats a lot of vegetables and incorporates plenty of greens into his diet, giving him the vitamins, minerals and nutrients his body needs to stay healthy and in shape. "Spinach is high in vitamins A and C and folate. It's also a good source of magnesium. The plant compounds in spinach may boost your immune system. The carotenoids found in spinach — beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin — also are protective against age-related vision diseases, such as macular degeneration, as well as heart disease and some types of cancer," says the Mayo Clinic.

4. He Chooses Health in Everything

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Cage makes small adjustments in his daily life to optimize his health and wellness. He takes the stairs instead of the elevator to squeeze more activity into his day, walks instead of driving and makes dozens of other healthy choices in everything he does.

5. He Aims for an Hour of Cardio Daily

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Cage sets achievable goals throughout the day to make a difference in his health and does cardio daily if possible. Such daily activity keeps him strong and healthy.

Paul Rudd has accomplished a lot in his life. His most recent achievement? Being named People’s “Sexiest Man Alive” for 2021. And it’s well-deserved. Despite being in his 50’s, he still looks the exact same way he did when he starred in Clueless and played Phoebe's love interest on Friends. Read on to see 5 ways Paul Rudd stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. He’s Committed to His Diet

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When Rudd joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the superhero Ant-Man, he had to get in shape. Rudd tells Variety that he was extremely committed to his healthy lifestyle while preparing for the film. “I took the Chris Pratt approach to training for an action movie. Eliminate anything fun for a year and then you can play a hero,” he says.

2. He Works Out Daily

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Another part of Rudd’s Ant-Man preparation was working out everyday. Rudd said that he worked hard to make fitness a regular thing. “My day was centered around fitness and health, and that was kind of a first,” he tells People. “Every other time, I had to go about my day and try and find the time to work out. But [this time] everything else about my day kind of had to fit in around the workouts. I was going to be held accountable for it, and there was a reason for doing it. I wasn’t just randomly doing this kind of arbitrarily, which would have made it a lot harder.”

3. He Wears Sunscreen

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Rudd is known for looking the same way for decades, and a big part of it is his skin. "I am a big believer in sunscreen," he tells InStyle. "I'm not one for tanning. I used to be, back when I was rocking the Depeche Mode look. Honestly, I wear sunscreen not to prevent wrinkles but because I don't want to get skin cancer."

4. He Worked With A Trainer

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When preparing for his role in Ant-Man Rudd worked with trainer Brendan Johnston to get in shape. Johnston tells Muscle & Fitness that he saw a huge transformation with the actor. “He was much more athletic,” Johnston says. “Stronger, faster, and agile. He didn’t want to just look like a superhero. He had to move, run, jump, and fight like one, as well.”

5. He Eliminated Things From His Diet

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Rudd’s diet for Ant-Man involved taking things out of his everyday diet, and he admits that it really helped him. He tells AARP, “I started training and eating like an athlete: no sugar, no alcohol, just proteins and vegetables. I really loved it. It was a complete change of life that took me by surprise. I did not think living such a healthy lifestyle would be as fulfilling.”

Liam Neeson seems to be on everyone’s mind these days as he makes surprise appearances in everything from Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi to FX’s Atlanta to the Netflix U.K. teen comedy series Derry Girls. Fortunately, the 70-year-old veteran actor stays in shape to handle all the work. It’s important to the Oscar-nominated actor to stay healthy and fit because he keeps busy. Read on to see five ways Liam Neeson stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. He Has a No-Frills Approach to Fitness

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Neeson doesn’t do extreme workouts or follow an unorthodox fitness regime, instead favoring a no-frills approach. His basic fitness routine includes weightlifting, strength training and cardio, paired with eating healthy.

2. He Enjoys Running

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Neeson’s fitness program includes running, and he makes time to complete an 8-mile loop, often with a workout buddy to make it a little more fun. His routine also includes building endurance and stamina. Such training can increase heart and lung fitness and bone and muscle strength over time, according to the Mayo Clinic.

3. He Doesn’t Have a Gym Membership

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Neeson doesn’t need a gym. He does bodyweight workouts and light weight training on his own and also goes on power walks as an extra aerobic activity to maintain his mental and physical health.

4. He Eats Healthy

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Neeson cut down on his carbohydrate intake and eats a high-protein diet with a lot of greens and fresh vegetables. When he’s traveling for work or other reasons, he sticks to his healthy diet regimen.

5. He Does Bodyweight Exercises

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son’s training includes bodyweight exercises, which he can do anywhere without equipment. He does pushups, pullups, squats and other exercises using just his body. Such training can be effective in toning and strengthening muscles.