Tom Cruise has starred in tons of films requiring him to be in amazing shape in order to perform death-defying stunts.\u00a0 His latest movie, Jack Reacher (the onscreen adaptation of the book, One Shot) is no exception, where Cruise plays an investigator known for his no-nonsense attitude and military-style personality.\u00a0 The described 6\u20195\u201d, 250 lb hero in the books is far from the 5\u20197\u201d, chiseled Tom Cruise.\u00a0 However, Tom has always been athletic and was determined to embody the character, showing skeptics that his training makes him the perfect fit for this role.<\/p>\n
Fans vocalizing their concerns about his physical appearance not meeting expectations fueled Tom\u2019s training for the film.\u00a0 Cruise didn\u2019t let passionate fan\u2019s comments bother him, but he did train even harder in spite. While he couldn\u2019t grow eight inches, he made up for lack of height with a ripped, hard, athletic body – which oozed muscularity and strength.<\/p>\n
Co-star Rosamund Pike told USA Today that Cruise\u2019s passion for doing his own stunt work helps push film-making, “to its absolute limits.\u201d\u00a0 In Jack Reacher, Cruise\u2019s stunts include a large amount of combat and fighting stunts, which thrilled audiences and enhanced the film\u2019s quality.<\/p>\n
Tom continued his routine of hitting the gym in the mornings, followed by the movie set in the afternoons.\u00a0 While he keeps his specific workout regimes somewhat under wraps, he does explain that eating healthy is a huge part of his routine.\u00a0 Grilled chicken, fish, salads, fruits, and vegetables are all part of Tom\u2019s regular diet.\u00a0 Combat training paired with cardio activities such as running and cycling keep Tom on top of his game.<\/p>\n
What a typical day of training for Tom Cruise might look like:<\/p>\n
Warm Up (2-5 minute jog)<\/p>\n
Stretch<\/p>\n
30 minute Run (moderate to fast pace)<\/p>\n
30 minutes of cycling (fast pace)<\/p>\n
Combat Training Class<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Core Workout (crunches, planks, pull-ups, sit-ups, leg lifts)<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Cardio Training (jump rope, floor ladders, sprints)<\/p>\n
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fighting Session (kicking, punching, blocking, sparring, punching bag work)<\/p>\n
Cool Down (2-5 minute jog)<\/p>\n
Stretch<\/p>\n
Have you seen Jack Reacher? Think Tom Cruise looks good for a 50 year-old?<\/strong><\/p>\n