How Ryan Reynolds Got Ripped To Play Deadpool
Sep 26, 2026
Before Ryan Reynolds got the green light to play Deadpool, he was mainly known for starring in comedies like National Lampoon's Van Wilder, Waiting, and Just Friends. He was mainly acclaimed for his goofy and raunchy humor, which didn't require much in the way of a jacked physique. So how did he get ripped to play Deadpool?
Well, for one thing, Reynolds is no stranger to getting ripped for a role. You should check out his body in 2004's Blade: Trinity. That was a good starting point and it marked the beginning of Reynolds taking better care of himself.
Yes, Reynolds is no stranger to beefing up and hitting the gym hard. Here's how Ryan Reynolds got ripped to play Deadpool.
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