Hip Thrusting My Way To A Healthy Knee | Recovery Time w/ Zac Efron

Physical therapy is getting tougher as I make my way back to 100%! Doc has me doing stretches with a blood flow restriction machine, “wall kisses,” and one of the weirdest things I’ve ever had to film on camera, you’ll see. Watch to the end to find out whether I got my tendon graft from a cadaver, a friend or from another part of my own body!
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Hip Thrusting My Way To A Healthy Knee | Recovery Time w/ Zac Efron
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[@deadnamedan6726]

Good, he's not rushing it and he's taking proper care of his knee :D

[@LyricWalker_]

ZAC SEEMS LIKE SUCH A GENUINE GUY LIKE I WANNA BE LIKE THIS!

[@zeldacockcroft2471]

He is

[@JustinBieber6]

Be like that then

[@VikingFitness00]

Clout chaser

[@avagray1490]

DJwestMUSIC vA 😂

[@waterbottle2737]

Becuz he’s hot right?

[@bhaskarpurohit7556]

Exactly what I needed. Please post more ACL recovery videos. Love you Zac.

[@paolopischedda7629]

Bhaskar Purohit love you too, oh, ah, i’m not Zac Sorry 😂💖

[@Jerrr_y]

Can i ask what happened to his knee

[@iawncyw9041]

Look at his off the grid Utah vid.

[@jayg1316]

He's taking the torn ACL like such a champ, like so casually like it's nothing

[@OG-db6vp]

Jay Gill because he’s filthy rich. Lol.

[@adz5856]

mate, hes a multi millionaire with access to all the best doctors and rehab staff possible. no shit

[@brittdepauw5640]

This has not necessary to do something with the doctors, but with your own determination and your mindset. I've torn my ACL 3 times already, and the big difference is your headspace. If you're not motivated, and your pain tolerance is really low, your recovery will be difficult.

[@jayg1316]

@@adz5856 i don't know if that's it

[@therealjakub]

@@jayg1316 people literally do react to the acl tear differently, my leg was swollen as mf, on the other my father's was pretty much normal, same with the pain, I could not walk because of pain and my father was just feeling that his knee was unstable and nothing else.

[@jadehoney]

Zac seems so humble and sweet 😭

[@sphhh59]

It’s still so unbelievable to me that you have a KZbin channel! I love that you’re sharing other aspects of your life with us. Wishing you a happy road to recovery if you’re not better already. Xx💕

[@audreystone5249]

Zac! I’m going through the exact same injury and I am doing pt as well and getting better everyday! I’m glad you are improving and feeling great..Thanks for keeping us posted on your recovery!! ❤️

[@meldrickedwards1785]

Hope you get better?

[@summerdelaney2840]

Audrey C sane I had a complete reconstruction in January and have been on the PT grind😂

[@krisd6811]

Me too. Cadaver graft

[@Kingx90]

How are you guys all doing now years later?? I was injured at both knees, it’s been about 4 months still in pain daily. No tears, just pain and instability.

[@JaxBlade]

Youll comeback stronger than before mah dude, KEEP AT IT!

[@jayg1316]

Zac's face at the beginning : priceless

[@cassandramaria-feeios8966]

You are recovering into amazing shape, Zac. Your knee will be stronger and you will feel stronger after all these exercises. I love you, Zac Efron. You seem like an amazing and a cool guy. Stick to these recovery exercises. Stay in shape, healthy and be careful when you take risks on your adventures.

[@annaleighkatie8837]

Never clicked on a video quicker in my life shows how much I love Zac

[@abbyhodge3203]

Seeing you on Ellen and talking about your grandparents made you even more attractive. Keep working hard!

[@mcadez2910]

😍😍😍he's so hot

[@kathytran6664]

Keep Safe

[@thequeens9445]

@@mcadez2910 what the heck?

[@livproductively3268]

As someone who's torn both their ACLs I know this pain. Excited to see your journey!!

[@tesslechu]

It’s so good to see you on the mend. Here’s hoping the rest of your recovery is quick

[@morganbean8582]

I’ve had two acl reconstruction (one on each leg) and I’m still recovering from my 2nd surgery (12 weeks out) and I love watching this series. I also used both of my patella tendons to replace my acl. I really appreciate this series cause it just doesn’t make me feel alone and I can compare my progression to yours.

[@stephaniep5573]

Hang in there, you're doing great! I had hip surgery a year ago and had PT for 8 weeks. PT is the HARDEST exercise that will ever exist, so kudos to you for sticking to it. Here's to a smooth recovery!

[@aimeegarcia1581]

I'm so ready for you to pick up an oscar for extremelywicked shocking evil and vile for your outstanding extremely amazing oscar worthy preformance

[@aimeegarcia1581]

@ZAC EFRON usa

[@maggieoconnor997]

I tore my ACL a few months ago, these recovery videos are so motivating! I understand how slow recovery is but you’re doing amazing omg best of luck xx

[@shanXxx385]

Did you recover??

[@frankie4433]

just want to say how much u inspire me. i dislocated my knee back in october and tore my mpfl. i’m still not back to sport, like i haven’t done horse riding for over 6 months and i honestly feel you ah. love you loads

[@serg_lupescu]

Wishing you a fast recovery Zac! Thanks for sharing with us your journey

[@nikitachristin8989]

I have had the worst day today, Zac’s video literally just made me smile . P.s I’m studying to become a doctor and I read up about your injury . Take care :)

[@mr.krepshus1467]

Man I love this guy. Inspirational.

[@marylovesweet99]

He seems like a confident,genuine and cool guy! Zac’s definitely on another level, that must be really hard but he’s amazing, good job Zac ❤️🥰

[@natalimolina6126]

So glad your doing well and getting stronger everyday after surgery Zac!! 🙌 Thank you for keeping us updated on your recovery. Much love!! ❤️❤️

[@MsHungergamesfan101]

Thanks for keeping us updated on your recovery! You’re getting stronger every day 😊

[@brittanysmith3531]

So I right now have paratendonitis in my ankle and at first I was nervous about PT but when you post your recovery video for your ACL injury and I could see what it was like it made me not as nervous and now I'm excited when I have PT days so thank you!!! And I hope your ACL has a quick recovery!!!!

[@esmeenl7196]

I tore my acl about two years ago. It was a long recovery but totally worth it. I’ve been able to play soccer for almost a year now. Keep up the good work Zac. You’ll be back on top before u know it.

[@peepsmitch4795]

Thank you so much for all these videos, Zac- I severely fractured my femoral neck around the same time you did your ACL and watching these recovery videos is inspiring me so much to see the positives of recovery!

[@Carla7978]

My man tore his ACL years ago and I know what a process it is..your doing great! Keep up the videos, we love watching you being you. And totally looking forward to another gym time episode 😁😘

[@coltmema]

next week going to home in Louisiana rn I am in Beaumont tx pam rehab since last year dec 1st I went in to hospitals my whole body was shutting down and shook been in bed for months an I couldn’t walk so I did Pt from different hospital then went to rehab now I getting better... Thanks zac for sharing this now i am work harder

[@zoranraduka2655]

I had acl surgery back in September, you've got a long road of pt ahead of you! Keep up the hard work my dude!

[@itznasti3246]

I am about 5 days before my intervention for ACL tear just like you and honestly it just makes me feel so much better watching someone go trough it as well, especially someone strong like Zac

[@locas563]

soooo important! I hadn’t ran in such a long time that when the time came my knees failed and shook and i just fell face first and slide on concrete. Dr said that It was because I didn’t excerise at least the knees. Tried the band exercises and the change is real. this dude gets a lot of views so it’s just really important especially for young people to focus on keeping it Healthy! Nice vid 👏🏾

[@garrettpalmer6438]

Man is taking PT like a champ, keep working bro it sucks but you’ll be glad you worked hard in the long run

[@lisa227382]

I am so happy you are finally getting better, you inspire me so much to keep going. I was bullied in 4 grade and it made me feel sad, than when I watched the greatest showman and heard about you I became such a fan, I am praying you will get better, ❤

[@emilybarnsley6809]

I admire the strength and determination you have Zac! I’m so happy to see you on the mend 🙏🏻💪🏻

[@nicolaross4127]

Nicola ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@uzair4567]

Just had my ACL reconstruction surgery today... Starting my physio on Wednesday... Gonne be watching all your videos to help me, you're amazing man you inspire me!

[@seph3867]

Hope you have a nice day, Zac! Keep healthy as always

[@emman_rod]

I'll getting my left knee done soon. Also have an ACL complete tear. This was reassuring. Thanks for the upload. Cheers

[@user-qz7ro5ho3i]

Please talk more about your recovery I think it’s really inspiring seeing someone so positive. I have a friend recovering from the same injury going through pt right now. It’s been difficult

[@ashleyperez9328]

These videos are so genuine and I love it. It’s not about views like everyone else he just wants to put himself out there 👏

[@justaguy5813]

I have the same injury and haven’t had surgery yet but I find comfort in watching Zach be such a champ about it.

[@lindamac3309]

I am so glad I see you are getting better. 👍 I myself got out of surgery last year with my back and stomach. I lost a lot of weight then but now I'm getting much better gaining my weight back. Also, exercising daily and taking up jogging and biking. Keep up the good work and thanks for keeping this 73y/o woman feeling good.😊 I still have that famous Georgia Peach cobbler for you! 😉

[@kadierangra327]

HOPE YOUR OKAY, NEVER GIVE UP TRAINING, GET WELL SOON, LOVE YOU Xxx😘

[@majinDuu]

U can hip thrust ur way into anything and I'd be in awe

[@joyarchibald3558]

Love the celebratory victory toss of the crutch! Wishing you continued health and healing.

[@kaitlinm5924]

Omg I was so caught off gaurd by that angelic gaze Zac had on the first second of the video 😍

[@charmainestephens]

Powering through this like a champ. I can relate physical therapy is no joke. Just finished up months of it from a bad car crash I was in. Wishing you a continued speedy recovery! ❤️

[@channelabdullaev]

I wish the videos were a little longer 😩 I’ve watched this like a half dozen times already - need more! Zac, you are rocking your therapy 💯 So inspirational! You’ll be hiking and doing cool outdoor stuff (and acting) again before you know it!

[@ScarlettJ1221]

I'm convinced that Zac works out 24/7 😂😂😂

[@tiffanyann8258]

I’m sorry you were in the accident 🙁However, I’m very glad to see how well your are progressing, you both are doing a great job working hard towards your recovery💪🏼I will pray for you to continue to thrive.

[@tiffanyann8258]

@ZAC EFRON How kind of you to say such nice things. So many times, when individuals experience a heightened status, they tend to forget the ones whom supported them beforehand. I hope you get to see this, but I just wanted to say thank you for taking time out of your day to make mine that much more special!🙂🙏🏼

[@camilasaihua5097]

what happened to you was horrible but now you are very well and I am happy !! I love you Zac.

[@abigailbrianne1978]

hey Zac i hope you have a safe and speedy recovery, i'll be praying for you.

[@emmaholmes2865]

Hope you are doing alright now and ur recovery has been fast❣️

[@paolopischedda7629]

Emma Holmes he is so strong 💪💖

[@johnthurman2281]

Zac efron you are the best youtuder ever i would love to met you one day it would mean the wourd to me loooov you zac🌝😍

[@johnthurman2281]

And this is haley thurman by the way🦄

[@gems05]

Love the specific care you can get in the U.S.... I had physio but it was more like “do these exercises and away you go, I’ll check you next week” I tore my Acl playing football, wet soggy ground meant my foot got stuck and twisted my knee. I had hamstring graft.

[@nicolewang830]

I'm glad your ACL is getting better. I remember when my knee gave out during my senior year of high school after biking to and from the rec center (15-20 route) 4 days a week and swimming 2-3 days a week during the summer. So I totally understand the discipline of recovery.

[@cutecakes100]

It’s my favorite time of the week when you upload!!!! Id love to see a video of what you do on your day off!! I just love all the series!

[@twb123]

Such a positive and strong person. Blessings to you and hopes for an even speedier recovery.

[@MikeThomasDrumss]

another great video of you showing your progress! I hope anyone who is watching that is struggling with a similar situation finds the motivation to continue to persevere like you are even though it might seem damn near impossible to do so! Keep up the great work bro.

[@Milena_1318]

You're the most beautiful human being on earth Zac ❤️ Inside and outside. So proud to call you my Idol!! Sending to you lots of love from Poland 😘🇵🇱

[@emilydadzie5173]

I love watching Zac getting stronger each time

[@rachelpullan7645]

I’m just three weeks and two days today videos are great and really helping ❤️ X

[@darleneanderson7722]

Hi Zac Efron! Hope your knee gets better soon. Don't worry your knee will feel better soon. Stay strong Zac! You rock! Be careful and be safe. Have a great day. 😇💙

[@reidthompson9748]

Just found out today I tore my ACL in my left knee. Keep up with this content it’s encouraging and appreciated.✊🏻

[@viincreations]

I do hip thrusts all The time for the peach 😂 its more awkward when there's a mirror right in front of you....I love how chill he is and he's actually making KZbin videos consistently 💕 love him

[@abryan680]

You will be better in NOOOO time Zac!!!! Sending you prayers. Love you so much!

[@davidvasquez9846]

That mustache making my boy zac hella Mexican 😂 🇲🇽

[@johnsutton6711]

I just got in a serious car crash i broke my nee and ankle thank you Zach for the motivation much love bro. Delta side

[@joetherapy]

Crushing the Recovery 🙌

[@guygainzzz9960]

Zac you are my inspiration hope you see this!

[@teachbyexample]

Good to see you had a patellar BTB graft and not a cadaver graft.. research shows that it’s a much stronger graft when using your own tissue. Keep up the strong rehab!

[@randiworkman5688]

I think you have become my celeb crush you are so humble and down to earth and it is so great to see!

[@meganguthrie9796]

Praying for speedy recovery

[@SieraTheChosenOne]

Awwww! BIG HUGS TO ZAC! Hopefully you get stronger and stronger each day! ❤

[@devilicious2K7]

Keep at it, Zac! We're rooting for you. Heal up quickly!

[@willmoffat2979]

Zac is hip thrusting and thus indeed still the best

[@ScarlettJ1221]

2:06 I wish I was the wall at that moment lol

[@meghnaagarwal891]

ScarlettP you are everywhereeee

[@ελενη-ζ7θ]

Me too

[@avagray1490]

you guys gotta calm down with the fan girling

[@augis8657]

So gay holly shit

[@dudejohnny3740]

Well go ask a daddy bear

[@summerdelaney2840]

I just had a complete ACL construction in January and am going through the same physical therapy and it can be pretty rigorous sometimes. I was a gymnast and not being able to do the things I had done for 10 years of my life is the hardest thing ever, getting past the fact that the recovery is so long but it’s nice knowing you are going through the same thing and seeing how strong you are reminds me to push it harder every day.

[@suzannecookston1434]

Prayers for you. Hope you heal well. Just wanted to let you know I finally watched the Bundy movie. You are an excellent actor. Respect for you to take on a variety of work. And you are getting better as an actor as you get older.

[@victoriacunningham881]

So so glad that you're taking good, proper care of yourself! 💛

[@ScrubblesYT]

Hey zac! PT student here - I’ve never actually heard of using a blood flow restriction machine before for strengthening. This is a cool concept, I’ll have to look into it. Thanks & wishing you the best with your recovery. Love the series 👍🏻

[@ameliedl7898]

Thank you so much for this video !! I’ve been thought some stuff with me knee too (got surgery around mid October) and recovery has been tough. I didn’t always have the most motivation because I hugged myself so much in the past that I have a really hard time trusting my knee again (still until this day). It’s been six month and I know that it’s not over yet but seeing the way you go though this it makes me happier and makes me want to do better, get better and work harder. Thank you, really ! Big hugs from France ❤️

[@alyssadickerson1658]

I absolutely love Zac. I have since I watched high school musical for the first time. He was my first celebrity crush! He’s such an amazin person and soooooo beautiful!!!💙💙💙💙

[@babyg.9195]

what the heck Zac 😫 and I just got into your fitness videos smh I’m praying for a smooth and speedy recovery. Take it easy champ 💗

[@addisondugan1896]

I am such a big fan. I have been a huge fan since high school musical.😘❤

[@riellie9780]

Addison Dugan same tho

[@MISSUNIVERSE1830]

You talk about being a big fan, I'm his biggest fan Lol I had 2 pillowcases of his beautiful face on my pillows, until one day "suddenly" disappeared on laundry day , (I'm pretty sure my mom threw em away!)

[@addisondugan1896]

glass omg you are a die hard fan. I have all 3 high school musical movies a necklace and a bunch of other things. #Lovezacefron.❤❤❤❤❤

[@donniezawadski2047]

Take time , I'm in the Navy with hip back a knee pain . Got hit by a car as a kid. Always had pain. I'm 31 this month little over my weight limit but healthy happy and ready for anything. Keep on ! 🇺🇸

[@thenighthowler6300]

I hope you are ok now!!!glad to see you back on track

[@rodjones3448]

Love the moustache so much 💝💝💝💙💙💜❣️❣️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❣️😂🥰🥰💙💙😆💜💜💕💚💓💓😆😆💗💗😆💓💓💓💕💕💚💖💖❤️❤️❤️❣️💜💙💙💔💝💝💝💝🥰🥰🥰💙💙💙💜💜💜❣️❣️💕😆💕💕❣️❣️❤️❤️❤️💞💞💖💚💚💕💕💕💓💚💕

[@kaitficurilli]

Loving Zac doing KZbin!!

[@lisacrawshaw]

You are so inspirational. I am so proud of you and your recovery so far, Zac. I love you so much ❤️

[@erinmitchell8030]

I’m a PTA and recently had a patient with an ACL repair from the quads which isn’t a very common area to graft from so it was interesting! I hope you continue to have a speedy recover!

[@aimeegarcia1581]

You are such a fighter and strong and my hero you dont even need a Cape to be my superman you been threw hell and your standing tall so proud of you 🏋️‍♂️💪 please do more gym videos

[@zatayviahayes3470]

Get better♥️. I pray for safe healing.

[@NobelCats]

Keep the videos coming Zac 🙂. It is nice to see you just being yourself. Which I know you always are but you aren't having to promote a film. Thanks for sharing your journey of recovery with us and how life is for you on a normal day to day basis.

[@NobelCats]

@@kylieminogue2169 Naw thanks for taking the time to read and respond! Hope to see you and Dylan in NZ some day 😉😀

[@NobelCats]

@@kylieminogue2169 Damn it was fooled again 🙄 Stop pretending to be Zac Efron! 😡 Will report you.

[@nadiaalamri9391]

Wishing you fast recovery,my brother had similar surgery few years ago.

[@cassandradorer5316]

Glad to see the recovery process documented. Taking the time to heal correctly. Hope to see more.

[@steph-7696]

Zac, You’re an amazing soul! Always been a huge fan and you were definitely my first crush. Last movie was phenomenal✨ keep up the great work

[@Jana-ll9sq]

I hope you get better soon. Love you Zac!!

[@vanessalosangeles]

Im going have my 5th knee surgery and is inserting a cadaver cartilage on my knee cap and the doc will be inserting 6 screws in my knee and 3 in my tibia bone and just thinking of the PT is scaring me but you doing this is giving me some inspiration, thanxz

[@amelysmith6368]

keep going zac great job I know what it feels like I had both knee surgery in two years I know that recovery it hurts but you are doing great keep up the good work and you will get back to normal it just takes time hang in there.