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Mark Wahlberg turned 51 years old this year, but the actor still has the same physique he flaunted in the 90s for the famous Calvin Klein ads.

The Hollywood actor underwent a dramatic transformation in the first half of 2021 for the sake of art, more specifically for his movie, Father Stu. The dedicated actor packed on 30lbs in just over one month to portray boxer-turned-priest Stuart Long.

But by August 2021, the actor had returned back to his toned physique, as seen in his frequent Instagram workout posts. Mark celebrated his 50th birthday last year but thanks to his dedicated health and lifestyle habits he’s giving actors in their 20’s a run for their money.

The actor has flaunted his body once again in a recent post; it may be under flattering lighting, but there’s no denying that Mark hasn’t poured in hours of training.

The 51-year-old is a member of the exclusive club of Hollywood stars that have discovered the fountain of youth. Other famous names include Jennifer Lopez, Halle Berry, Hugh Jackman and Terry Crews. Of course, there isn’t actually a magic substance awarding eternal youth – just perseverance and discipline, sadly.

To wrap up the month of August, Mark revealed an update of his ripped abs, biceps and back muscles by channeling his inner bodybuilder to pose up a storm.

He employed the age-old trick of overhead lighting to maximize the appearance of his gains. Nevertheless, it’s extremely impressive that he’s able to keep up such clean habits.

Remember his iconic 1992 Calvin Klein underwear advert? Props to him for maintaining the physique now.

One fan praised: “Wow, you’re 50 Mark. For a second I thought you to be in your 20s.”

“Very impressive. At 50? SMH” a second added.

Fans aren’t the only ones thirsting after Mark’s physique, so are his athlete friends.

“Someone looks ready for a Fighter 2,” joked former boxer Micky War, who Mark portrayed in his 2010 biopic.

Kickboxer Rico Verhoeven is wishing for the same body at that age: “Where can I sign to look like that at 50? My guy,” he commented.

Hearts Afire actor Leslie Jordan, 67, added: “Damn son. Defying the aging process.”

Time management is key to squeezing in rigorous training alongside his busy filming schedule. The solution? Wake up at 4am.

Talking to Men’s Journal, Mark revealed his daily routine of “breakfast is at 3:45 am, by 4 am I’m training, 5 am is prayers, and I’m golfing at 6 am.”

Thursdays are for booked for recovery, and “Sunday is the Lord’s Day” he said, noting family time is for the day.

As for his workout routine, he swears by muscle activation, exercises for range of motion, and foam rolling to start. Moves with heavy bands, dumbbells, and kettlebells follow.

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