At the age of 45, when the majority of people turn towards relaxation and a laidback attitude, Matt Damon turned fit. His sheer dedication to his roles lead him to gain and lose weight excessively in the past. But when you are at a certain age, it’s just not as easy as one’s youth days, especially when one is carrying the injuries of previous transformations.
This is what happened with Matt Damon, in his roles in movies like “In the Martian”, and “Jason Bourne” movie series, he had aggressively transformed his body. But all that wear and tear was catching up with him as he walked down his 40s, yet he emerged as an inspiration for the youth with an enviable physique, unlike any other mid-forty man.
However, Matt Damon gives all the credit for the latest transformation and recovery to his trainer. Wondering who he is? Read on to find out all about his trainer, workout routine, and diet plans.
This is what happened with Matt Damon, in his roles in movies like “In the Martian”, and “Jason Bourne” movie series, he had aggressively transformed his body. But all that wear and tear was catching up with him as he walked down his 40s, yet he emerged as an inspiration for the youth with an enviable physique, unlike any other mid-forty man.
However, Matt Damon gives all the credit for the latest transformation and recovery to his trainer. Wondering who he is? Read on to find out all about his trainer, workout routine, and diet plans.
The Man Behind Matt Damon’s Transformation: Jason Walsh
While the world sees Matt Damon’s transformation, there is a man behind the scenes, who not only helped Matt to get fit for the role but also recover from past injuries, Jason Walsh. The founder of one of the best fitness chains – Rise Nation, Jason Walsh is a well-known celebrity trainer. He worked with Matt Damon’s agent for 15 years and was recommended to Damon by his agent. In an interview, Walsh recalled that Damon was in Malibu when he signed on Elysium, for which he needed incredible shape.
Nevertheless, since Damon’s wear and tear was catching up with him, he was reluctant to give himself in the hands of another PT. Seeing his reluctance Walsh made him an offer, to work out with him for a week and then take any decision.
After a week, Walsh surprised Damon by throwing a football, naturally, Damon caught it. It was then that Damon realized that his shoulder and back were in a much better shape, and gave Walsh his infamous “Matt Damon smile”, and the rest is history.
After a week, Walsh surprised Damon by throwing a football, naturally, Damon caught it. It was then that Damon realized that his shoulder and back were in a much better shape, and gave Walsh his infamous “Matt Damon smile”, and the rest is history.
Matt Damon Stats
Before we move on to Matt Damon’s workout routine, let’s first take a look at his current body stats:-
- With a height of 5 feet 10 inches, Matt Damon is an average-sized male, supporting all the fellas out there. You don’t need to be as tall as Thor (Christian Hemsworth), to be exceptionally hot, Matt Damon is here for your support.
- Matt Damon currently weighs 185 pounds approximately and is aged 46.
Matt Damon is where he is today, because of his dedication and Walsh’s foolproof back-to-basis workout plan for him. Since Matt’s shoulders and back were injured, Walsh focused on biomechanics issues of Damon’s body and set him up for running through stretches and low-impact calisthenics movements. Walsh’s routine convinced Damon and you’ve seen the results!
Matt Damon’s Workout Routine
Matt Damon’s workout routine was a mix of 4 different routines, as explained below
Workout Routine – 1
- Farmer’s Walk – 4 sets of 50 m walk with 1.25 x bodyweight in both hands
- Bulgarian split squat – 3 sets of 8 reps
- Gym Ball Curl – 3 sets of 8 reps
- Pull-ups – 50
Workout Routine – 2
- TRX TYI – 2 sets of 4 reps each letter
- Sled Pull and Push – 4 sets of 20 m sliding
- Landmine Squat – 3 sets of 8 reps
- Landmine Press – 3 Sets of 8 reps
Workout routines 1 & 2 both are completed with Cardio (including endurance, fat loss, and speed exercises)
Workout Routine – 3
Monday – Chest & Triceps
- Dumbbell Benchpress – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Dumbbell Hex Press – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Push-ups – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Triceps Pushdown – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Overhead tricep Extensions – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Close grip push ups – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Dips – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Skull Crushers – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Chest Flys – 3 sets of 10 reps
Tuesday – Boxing, Hiking or Sports
Wednesday – Shoulders & Legs
- Back Squat – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Box Jumps – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Weighted Lunges – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Military press – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Barbell Shoulder Front Raise – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Leg press – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Arnold press – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Calf Raises – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Shrugs – 3 sets of 10 reps
Thursday – Boxing, Hiking or Sports
Friday – Back & Biceps
- Lateral Pulldowns – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Dumbbell rows – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Wide push-ups – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Bicep curls (dumbbells) – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Chin-ups – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Hammer curls – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Deadlifts – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Preacher Curls – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Cable rows – 3 sets of 10 reps
- Concentration curls – 3 sets of 10 reps
Saturday and Sunday are REST days
5 – Move Workout
- Air Squat – 4 sets of 10 reps with 60 seconds rest in between
- Bear Crawl – 4 sets of 5 meters forward and backward walk
- Lunges – 4 sets of 20 reps with 60 seconds rest in between
- Farmer’s Carry – 4 sets of 4 reps (with a kettlebell or dumbbell)
- Sled Push – 1 set with 1 rep
Matt Damon’s Diet Plan
- Meal 1 – Hard-boiled eggs – 3, Glass of milk – 1, Protein Shake
- Meal 2 – Chicken breast/lean-cut beef with salad and avocado/ coconut oil dressing
- Meal 3 – Salmon and boiled veggies
- Meal 4 – Steak and mashed potatoes
- Meal 5 – Mixed dry fruits, nuts, protein shake
- Meal 6 – Oatmeal & eggs
Final Thoughts
Matt Damon is an inspiration not just for the youth but for the men in their 40’s and 50’s. He not only transformed physically but also, recovered from his past injuries. He along with Walsh, proved to the world that such a transformation is possible. You just need to put your heart into it, take the right diet, and stick to a workout routine. After all, consistency can take you a long way!
