2023 has brought us a plethora of captivating films, and one that has taken centre stage is "Magic Mike's Last Dance."
CHANNING TATUM IN MAGIC MIKE
In this electrifying movie, Channing Tatum returns as the mesmerising performer, captivating audiences with his impressive dance moves and chiselled physique.
But let's not just focus on the scintillating storyline; let's delve into the real showstopper—Channing Tatum's remarkable transformation! Are you ready to step into the spotlight and unleash your inner performer? In this blog post, I'll reveal the workout routine that helped Tatum embody the strength, flexibility, and stage presence of Magic Mike.
HOW BIG IS CHANNING TATUM?
Before we unveil the secrets behind Channing Tatum's extraordinary physique, let's take a moment to appreciate his size and presence.
Standing tall at 6"1 and weighing approximately 83 kg (181 pounds), Tatum's presence is nothing short of awe-inspiring. From his sculpted arms to his chiselled abs, every inch of his physique embodies strength, athleticism, and sex appeal.
Low body fat is the key when it comes to Channing looking as ripped as he does, as it allows for his muscle gains to show and not be hidden by any unwanted fluff. his is especially true when you're a guy with a naturally bigger, denser frame.
He is known to balloon up with body fat during casting for movie roles which I hope provides some hope to the bigger guys that it isn't impossible to shed body fat, as long as you know what you're doing.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS OF CHANNING TATUM'S PHYSIQUE
To understand the essence of Channing Tatum's physique in 'Magic Mike,' we need to identify the key characteristics that make his physique stand out:
LEAN AND TONED MUSCLES
Tatum's physique showcases a balance of muscle size and definition. His workouts prioritise building lean muscles while maintaining a ripped appearance that perfectly complements his dance moves.
ATHLETICISM
As a performer, Tatum's physique emphasises athleticism and flexibility. His training routine incorporates exercises that enhance range of motion, allowing him to execute dynamic dance routines with fluidity and grace.
CORE STRENGTH AND CONTROL
A strong core is the foundation of Tatum's dance-ready physique. It provides stability and control, allowing him to perform intricate moves and maintain balance during captivating performances.
CHANNING TATUM "MAGIC MIKE" WORKOUT ROUTINE
The Channing Tatum workout will focus on promoting a great-looking body. Broad shoulders, square chest and great-looking legs. The key exercises in our arsenal are weighted pull-ups, incline presses, shoulder presses, and Bulgarian split squats. Among a few other movements.
These will build a very nice aesthetic.
Traditional training compromised of plenty of squats, deadlifts, and flat benches will work well at building strength and size, but it won’t result in a ‘breathtaking body’.
To achieve a beautiful physique, you need to focus on key areas (upper chest and shoulders) while avoiding overdeveloping easy-to-grow muscle groups like the lower body.
ETERNOBODY'S MAGIC MIKE WORKOUT SCHEDULE
MONDAY: SHOULDERS, BACK & TRICEPS
- Seated DB Shoulder Press: 3 sets (RPT)
- Weighted Pull-ups: 3 sets (RPT)
- Close Grip Bench: 3 sets (RPT)
- Cable Lateral Raises: Rest-Pause
WEDNESDAY: LEGS & ABS
- Sumo Deadlifts: 3 sets (RPT)
- Bulgarian Split Squats: 3 sets (RPT)
- Hanging Leg Raises: 3 sets of 6-15 reps (2 mins rest)
- Abs Wheel Rollouts: 3 sets of 6-15 reps (2 mins rest)
- Back Bridge Hold: 2 sets of 10 seconds (1 min rest)
FRIDAY: CHEST & ARMS
- Incline Barbell Bench Press: 3 sets (RPT)
- Low Incline DB Bench Press: 3 sets (RPT)
- Incline DB Curls: 3 sets (RPT)
- Triceps Rope Push Downs: 3 sets (RPT
SATURDAY: LIGHT CARDIO, CALVES & ABS
- Jump Rope or Incline Walking: 30 minutes
- Standing One Leg Calf Raises (on a block): Rest-Pause
- Hanging Leg Raises: 3 sets of 6-15 reps (2 mins rest)
- Abs Wheel Rollouts: 3 sets of 6-15 reps (2 mins rest)
- Back Bridge Hold: 2 sets of 10 seconds (1 min rest)
MAGIC MIKE'S LAST DANCE WORKOUT NOTES
(RPT) Reverse Pyramid Training means you’ll be performing your heaviest set first, followed by progressively lighter sets for higher reps. I recommend resting for about 2-3 minutes between sets.
Your first and heaviest set should be for 4-6 reps, your second set should be for 6-8 reps and your final set should be for 8-10 reps. I recommend reducing the load by about 10-15% for each set.
Rest pause means you’ll perform your first set for 12-15 reps. Followed by 4 additional sets of 3-5 reps (with the same weight as the original set). The key is to rest only 15-20 seconds between sets.
By keeping the rest periods very short, you can only perform a fraction of the reps on your sets as the original set. This type of training allows for maximum muscle fibre recruitment with a lightweight.
Every workout you should be striving to either increase the weight or push for another rep. A workout is only as effective as the strength gains it produces. If you’re not adding weight or reps each session, you’re doing it wrong!