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- He Was Rejected for Captain America – Then John Krasinski Dropped to 9% Body Fat With SEAL Training and Became Jack Ryan Instead
He Was Rejected for Captain America – Then John Krasinski Dropped to 9% Body Fat With SEAL Training and Became Jack Ryan Instead
Plus: Doctors Said Heavy Lifting Would Wreck His Joints – Instead, It Saved Them
Transformation
He Was Rejected for Captain America – Then John Krasinski Dropped to 9% Body Fat With SEAL Training and Became Jack Ryan Instead
John Krasinski’s transformation from lovable office prankster to ripped action star wasn’t just about muscle—it was a complete reinvention.
Through grueling workouts, emotional growth, and bold career moves, he evolved into a leading man capable of carrying roles like 13 Hours and Jack Ryan.
His story blends discipline, humility, and surprising depth—and proves that reinvention is possible at any stage.
The full journey, including insights from his training, mindset, and major career shifts, reveals even more behind his remarkable evolution.
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Alcatraz
He Built Muscle Behind Bars With Just His Bodyweight — Now He’s Sharing the 10-Minute Prison Workout That Forged a Fittest Inmate Champion
World record-breaking hybrid athlete and former inmate James Pieratt shares the exact 10-minute bodyweight workout he used behind bars to build muscle, mental toughness, and elite endurance — no equipment required.
Inspired by prison-yard training and filmed at Alcatraz, the routine hits every major muscle group and energy system in a brutally efficient circuit.
Whether you're short on time or space, this workout proves serious gains don’t need a gym.
Full breakdown of movements and training philosophy in the article below.
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7 Myths
Doctors Said Heavy Lifting Would Wreck His Joints – Instead, It Saved Them. Top Coach Exposes 7 Myths That Will Change Your Training After 40
Many people over 40 still believe that strength training is risky or ineffective—but the science says otherwise.
In this article, expert coach Andrew Read breaks down the most common myths, from fears about joint damage to the idea that heavy weights are dangerous.
You'll learn why lifting smart and heavy can actually protect your joints, reduce pain, and help you build muscle well into your 60s and beyond.
Plus, discover the simple training strategies that make strength training safe and effective at any age.
PS: If you want to drop your dad bod in only 90 minutes per week, check these fitness hacks
Stay fit,

Julien Raby