How a Celebrity Trainer Got Matt Damon, Jennifer Aniston & More in Shape | Vanity Fair

Celebrity trainer Jason Walsh explains how he gets actors in shape for movies. Jason breaks down how he trained Matt Damon for “Elysium,” Jennifer Aniston for “We’re the Millers,” Miles Teller for “Only the Brave,” Chloë Grace Moretz for “Shadow in the Cloud,” and Jimmy Chin for “Free Solo.”
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[@MH-lr9en]

I actually understand why stars are willing to pay this guy - he seems extremely competent.

[@johnnyhunter]

You mean why the studios are willing to pay him. But yeah I would agree he seems like he'd be a great trainer. Stars get everything handed to them and the money on top.

[@yfrigi]

Just for the injury cleanup alone

[@Joshua-ux4rg]

I would be, but I don't make enough.

[@aliendroneservices6621]

Hollywood actors are all on steroids. This moron has no idea what he's doing.

[@leslie7872]

They're willing to pay him off of reputation. There's nothing particularly profound about what he's showing

[@vthyaga]

“Your next workout is really only as good as your last recovery” Wow, what an insightful statement!

[@KageonPlays]

I have been "recovering" for the last seven years. My next workout will be amazing.

[@nickbender4134]

seriously like life altering- just finished my third rewatch of this video in the past 7 days - been living the past week using that motto

[@EddyKaSham]

This guy needs his own channel!

[@cartoonhanks1708]

Absolutely agree.

[@harvey2314]

@@cartoonhanks1708 This guy can teach us so much about sports science

[@justin_gosselin]

No he doesn't. Your metabolism doesn't rise when you take food away 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@EddyKaSham]

@@justin_gosselin am I gonna believe you or the guy that trained Thor, justin?

[@ryanhuestis2955]

Harvey or just can just watch athleanx

[@tjfrisbee7415]

Don’t you think for a second I don’t recognize you Matthew Macconaughey

[@bonibon6669]

TJ Frisbee thanks I was wondering he looks kinda familiar

[@WarlordRising]

Took me a second to look past the beard, but yeah...yeah. He's essentially what Matt would look like if he trained as a Navy SEAL. In fact, he looks more like a cross between Matthew Macconaughey and John C. McGinley.

[@klmasi]

Alright alright alright you got him

[@kenziii5973]

The pervert strikes again 😒😒

[@andreweve4969]

Alright, alright, alright

[@thelastknights]

"Mental health is one of those most overlooked and undervalued things." - Vanity Fair and KZbin pop up two links to new videos while he's talking.

[@TrevorGay]

I thought the same... ads during one of the most important parts of the entire video.

[@MJXtube]

seriously.

[@walkieTalker]

I don't hink it's down to YT, VF could have added a little more time on that segment - they gave it a mere 5% (assuming 30 seconds/((11*50)+44)*100) in a video based on 6 principals. So.. have more to say or have an outro?

[@Darlexis]

Hahaha, so good. Perfect timing. *most important thing..*

[@hillbillygarage1270]

Jason: Hydration is essential Me: *chugs water at my desk* Me Right After: I am so fit now

[@utubeisCensorred]

I wish I could get paid to spend a couple months to get into shape full time.

[@EricJ0hansson]

Most of these goes to the gym for an hour or two a day. You don't have to get paid to find time to go to the gym and go running, or eating right.

[@zeno1298]

Yeha and 45 minuts inense bodybuilding traning is well enough

[@laura_731]

@@EricJ0hansson They're not saying they need to be paid in order to find time. But that getting paid to workout/get in shape would be awesome. Which it obviously would be. Getting paid to go to the gym > paying to go to the gym.

[@jari173]

..and dont forget that you will just wake up...and your balanced breakfast is in table...in lunch..no worry...wait seatted for perfect balanced lunch....dont worry about nothing...Ohhh A bill to pay!! Dont worry...we have personal payer for you...just eat..sleep.....academy...relax

[@SurfergirlKH]

The reward should be your health and not $$$

[@trenth1797]

I've heard hundreds of personal trainers speak but this guy is so legit! So much wisdom made simple.

[@leslie7872]

Umm no. Not really.

[@bobweee888]

lol why because he name drops matt dameon? lol

[@badreprint]

I'm very out of shape, pretty much like Matt Damon in The Informant. It's really inspiring to know he made the change in 4 months. I can do this. Even if it takes me longer, I know I can do this.

[@JAHinHK]

You didn't get out of shape in four months, don't rush it or you run the risk of burnout. Just start. But, yes, you can do it.

[@havtor007]

Do not try to cram it in to 4months these people use steroids to get to change so fast.

[@tristantross996]

Great attitude 💪

[@kakashi0429]

Small steps...small changes...your body needs to adjust. Usually takes about 1-2 years

[@burlhorse61]

why four months?-just live a healthy lifestyle-and take your time to get in shape.a movie has millions resting on it-that's why there is a time limit

[@HeritageDrPepper]

0:55 Matt Damon - Action Role "Elysium" 3:44 Jennifer Aniston - Exotic Dancer "We're the Millers" 5:46 Miles Teller - Firefighter "Only the Brave" 7:21 Chloë Grace Moretz - Fighter Pilot "Shadow in the Cloud"9:39 Jimmy Chin - "Free Solo"

[@zoeydeu2261]

I love how he talked about different injuries, body goals & what his clients started with. Helps to get an idea of what to expect, busts myths (women lifting) and no excuses advice (injuries to recovery) to reach our body goals.

[@Tommygrl1327]

I like his approach to resolving injury and balancing the body.

[@yfrigi]

He mentions it but leaves out the details of how. Like how do you fix a knee or hip or back problem? Only foam rolling? There has to be more to it than that.

[@ashleypendlay2690]

@@yfrigi most likely to get you to come to his gym and pay him to actually tell you or explain. but honestly i like watching his videos it helps with the mental part and gives you ambition and more of a psychological meaning a way to help battle your mind in how we can do anything really just put your mind to it as he even explains briefly on what he does in training...

[@greciacastillejos6307]

i'm eating a whole pizza by myself while watching this

[@jdb1478]

It’s Fall soon. Bulking season

[@1Skorpia]

Do a few laps to burn it off.

[@geraldgillum193]

one pizza is for one person, nothing wrong with that

[@emell7025]

queen

[@michaelsorrentino3346]

Really into fitness. Fitness this whole pizza in my mouth (it’s a funny meme)

[@mocoyotzi11]

I love these videos with Jason Walsh because he explains the expectations of the role, and regiment that he puts them through, whether 2x a day, and what kind of conditioning that they do. Very thorough explanations. Would it be possible to get a video of him talking only about nutrition? Providing examples of meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or evens snacks?

[@nzaragoza7]

That would be more so the dietician/ nutritionist that worked with the actors. Could be the trainer sometimes but most likely not.

[@sierra7534]

If you know your macros (find a calculator online) it's not hard to make your own meal plans or try the 18 billion you'll find online. He pretty much is recommending keto and a mix of body weight and cardio routines.

[@asifrahaman8529]

This guy needs to beef up Robert Pattinson for Batman

[@TellurdogIsayhi]

Asif Rahaman they just need to replace him and find someone else. Rpat is a terrible idea.

[@jackhammer0101]

If you believe for a second "this guy" has anything whatsoever to do with "beefing up" Hollywood actors... Your head is in the sand.. And you have zero understanding of how muscle is built, and time it takes.. Nobody in Hollywood is getting ripped and muscular be of some trainer (I have a masters in exercise physiology) in a 6 months.. Or because they ate chicken, broccoli and rice..

[@rashmin312]

Rpatz Is Actually Bulking...He's Joking...Why Would You Take That Guy Seriously?😂

[@juandiegoferreira889]

What y'all got to say bout his Batman now? Lol. Still think it's a joke? haha

[@qualifiedarmchaircritic]

I have nothing to contribute, I just love the expression "soft tissue issue"

[@arushibhattacharya2143]

wow these videos are actually so interesting i can't stop watching them

[@varp.]

Hes back!!!!!! I love him and his professionalism. I would love to listen to him for hours.

[@noseaksno4256]

I like how it not always bout how big or lean you can make some one, its about healing them and solving the problems that they have been living with, then helping them build what the client wants

[@olobersyko3277]

I can’t even pull myself out of bed

[@cluggyahoo]

Stay in bed bro, at least you won't get injured. Bring 2 babes in and you may have your own personalized "training".

[@slothywun]

@@cluggyahoo sexercise?

[@Secretlyanothername]

Sleep is important.

[@jackzn7860]

Olober Syko Eliminate the word can't and you'll be just fine.

[@Balloonbot]

You would for a 100 mil like these guys im sure

[@hayden4279]

Love Jason Walsh (The Trainer) explaining stuff he's awesome seems genuine

[@lsporter88]

Very clear explanations. Extremely thorough and professional. I like this Dude.

[@philipk4475]

"Supplements" LOL

[@jamiecampbell3068]

This dude rules. Principles, abilities, narrative. Has it all. A trainer's trainer on camera. Action !!

[@helenluo5112]

@2:08 as a Vancouver native I can confirm that this is not what the grouse grind looks like - its about 3km of pure stone stairs that takes you 1km vertically up.

[@dianeterry4261]

I'm so happy you added the issues they had and how you worked around them issues.

[@ASMRyouVEGANyet]

I wish this guy had his own channel and did some videos on helping injuries and dealing with pain.

[@wolverineiscool7161]

I'm really impressed with this guy, he knows his stuff...i wish i could have him as my trainer

[@TheOneWhoDings]

He reminds me of Ragnar's son, Ube in Vikings

[@29af]

I could listen to him tell these stories allllll day!

[@danamakesit4623]

Jason love how soothing your voice is!

[@denachtconducteur7070]

He almost has the same voice as Matt Damon but a little deeper

[@nuttypRofesa]

Great video exactly what I needed to watch thank you x

[@artv232]

I’m almost embarrassed to admit there once was a time when I routinely went to the gym and did NOT do deadlifts and squats. Everything changed when my dumb brain finally decided to add them to my routine.

[@magdalliee]

Love listening to professionals in fitness, not fitness influencers, but actual trainers. You can really hear that he knows what he's talking about. If i could try with someone like him i would do whatever he would want me to do.

[@Dani3322.]

Very interesting video. Thank you VF

[@MrsMollyify]

I was so excited about the Jimmy Chin part and by the time it came up I wasn't surprised whatsoever that these two are friends

[@dou7902]

Vanity please post more of his vids

[@wehaulmoversbestmovingcompanyi]

You are so intelligent and competent. Your video is refreshing and enlightening.

[@Henry-kz4gn]

wow you got people whos always been in shape, in shape, congratulations.

[@Poeticbladezero]

Like everyone else I agree he needs his own channel, the way he explain things...I can pretty much listen to this guy like a podcast all day.

[@maxp3407]

I could listen to him talk about health and fitness all day.

[@jasonnasiry]

Awesome info Mr.Walsh !

[@hectoralfaro8445]

Great video he explains everything really well.

[@sarahrose7163]

Love the videos with this guy! So interesting. More please!!

[@gabu232]

yes! more of this guy!

[@MsHobbies87]

What an awesome PT seems competent. U should have him more often!

[@BrunoDECOURCY]

Awesome video and explanations...

[@zanottinhawork]

This is great! I wanted to know more about how he "cleans up the knee". Could definitely use those tips.

[@enasajackson8517]

This VIDEO is SOoOOOO AWESOME........💯 Thank You JASON🔥

[@shaunald]

I assure you the Grouse Grind does NOT look like the stock photo they used. It's basically foot high stairs going basically straight up. It blows.

[@nfgatorgal]

Shaun Bon Ugh that sounds miserable 😕

[@lancemannion4113]

Mandatory rite of passage if visiting Vancouver. It's a sweaty beeotch!

[@info781]

I have done it , you will have guys in their '60s and '70s passing you , it is humbling if you are a little out of shape. It is natures stair master.

[@BKInbound]

so cool to see what he said about Jimmy Chin, one of the most badass guys around

[@sauroncro]

1. Be millionaire 2. Train 6 hours per day, eat 8 time per day 3. Rest all day long 4. Be millionaire 5. Use peds

[@alvar6444]

👆

[@Mr1159pm]

And most importantly, ROIDS

[@TheHabsfan69]

You sound like you're searching for excuses to justify why you're fat

[@ItsaDaPope-a]

If you think getting into shape requires $$ you need to do more research.

[@buzzmeanytime]

What are PEDS?

[@sosoxsoso]

Always look forward to these videos❤️🙌 love!

[@messerschmittsreaver]

His job is one of the best jobs in the planet , keep doing ur thing Jason all the best

[@DM-fp8uw]

Here is the reason that the celebrity trainer does not look at buff as the men he trains. No steroids.

[@got2beable]

na

[@julietillin1787]

This man is a magician ! He seems so respectful toward his clients uniquenesd

[@MsundrstdKidd]

Thanks Jason!

[@russellwestbrook9542]

we need more

[@mrr0cksor669]

Holy moly that video was good!

[@melindamullins9649]

He's amazing at what he does the body is its own machine. Lets takcare of it👍

[@chasehedges6775]

Sees first few minutes. Me: John Walsh, whatever they pay you, it isn't enough.

[@Black182heart]

Why so ?

[@chasehedges6775]

@@Black182heart Because the celebrity trainer deserve more recognition than the actual celebrity.

[@Black182heart]

@@chasehedges6775 I mean why do you think he isn't being paid enough? For that reason ?

[@chasehedges6775]

@@Black182heart Sorry. I meant to say that they aren't as noticed.

[@charis.elizabeth]

Jason*

[@Zeno7741]

I wasn't going to watch the whole video but it was so interesting I had too

[@djelement]

yea i'm gonna be 40 this year and I need that matt damon workout!!

[@kellysooth602]

Step 1: Tren, Dbol, Anavar, and Test

[@jjgalepfhs]

Con Rad I need some where do I get it 😩

[@dnsfuntech1937]

I don't get it

[@orlandogonzalez9360]

and growth hormone. Just ask Sly

[@CelebWorkout]

Proof that having tiny ears does not make you seem younger, at 1:30. I've heard a lot of personal trainers talk, but this one is really the real deal! Such basic understanding. You just require a lot of time.

[@incrediblesrinkingman293]

All good advice

[@ShareefusMaximus]

@4:13 Bret Contreras has changed the world.

[@starhealer3635]

I wish I had enough money to hire someone like this. I've tried bulking up so many times and end up always hurting myself/not knowing my limits and falling off the wagon. Typically muscle pulls or tears.

[@Zasi24]

I would love to know what they do if there's 12 weeks or so to get done, and there is a cold or an injury. How much does that take out of the end result if you lose say 1,5 weeks?

[@MahmudForever]

Never knew Mathew McConauughey was a fitness trainer

[@silentthriller]

I'm looking at a year to get in shape, this guy can get you in shape 75% faster.

[@sallyainslie5524]

silentthriller You’ve got this.

[@alvar6444]

These guys have perfect enviroments. You can do it anyways

[@I-Sagittarius-l]

Me too but i know i can do it even if takes longer. These people have everything prepared for them to accomplish these goals, we are on our own. Hange in there.

[@LanotapicosaMx]

Nice video mate

[@ambbie2710]

Appreciate the inspiration, was procrastinating on my workout until I saw this. 🙈

[@kramenots]

"... mental health... one of the most overlooked and undervalued subjects that should be addressed." Talks about it for 30 seconds of a 12 minute video lol

[@mathdavies9546]

Haha and the point he made was to vague lol

[@9510christian]

He's a personal trainer, not a psychologist

[@kramenots]

@@9510christian Fair point!

[@1BlinkwithAngels82]

"Supplements" lmao was hoping they would mention the real way that "recovery" comes in so fast.

[@Macatho]

They never will, they never will.

[@thomashovgaard3134]

@@Macatho you need people like jay cutler to tell you that.

[@ML-pw2ez]

None of these guys had physiques or transformations that correspond to PED use. As someone who has trained both on and off PEDS, what they achieved in the same time-frames is completely possible naturally, providing you are wealthy enough to be able to devote several months purely towards a physical transformation.

[@thomashovgaard3134]

Martin Lange 🤪🤪🤪🤪 cool story.

[@ML-pw2ez]

​@@thomashovgaard3134I'll just assume you think they use gear because you your self have a pretty sloppy rig.

[@humannature3916]

Forgot to mention Tren, Clen and anavar

[@willcresson8776]

Came here to say this. It's okay for them to do it, too, but people ought to be aware they had more help than just a personal trainer and a dietitian.

[@jjgalepfhs]

I’m trying to find some desperately myself 😩😂

[@SelectHawk]

Eat clen, tren hard, anavar give up!

[@quandary1382]

@@SelectHawk Stole much?

[@SelectHawk]

@@quandary1382 I mean, it is a pretty common meme. Every person who has used it in the last 10 years is stealing it. That said, it is pretty played out.

[@3MThe]

He uses the goop contraption unironically. I'm dying XD

[@pandatwee]

He’s a great speaker.

[@sickboyb05]

Nice video Ubbe

[@cittaromap4163]

This guys is brilliant. Does he have website. ?

[@012jacob012]

I have a feeling protein isn’t the only supplement he uses with some of his clients

[@012jacob012]

@@kalebb9212 I'm not saying all of these actors were roided up, but a normal person can't put on 40lbs of lean mass in 12 weeks un-assisted. 12 weeks is much too short for that kind of progress for a normal person. It would just be nice for more openness. The actors who just needed to lean up may not have been on them.

[@broder676]

@@kalebb9212 There are diminishing returns on gaining muscle, and there is a clear limit for people that don't use PEDs. Doesn't matter how good your training and diet is. 40lbs of lean mass in 12 weeks is 100% impossible without assistance, even if you have insane genetics.

[@broder676]

@@kalebb9212 There's nothing to disagree about. You're just denying science.

[@misomiso8228]

When you talk about 4 days a week for men, how long is each workout? For Aniston you said an hour but how long for Miles Teller / Bradley Cooper etc? 90 Min? Including warm up?

[@zarekt1]

You know this guy charges a lot of money I don't have, he needs to make a video that should be titiled ( how to get ripped the affordable way).

[@mariacandidatv]

Fantasticcccccc

[@fishstickparty]

"Supplements" yeah sure I'll take some

[@dharmaram7527]

OJ lol right!,

[@Phgolfer]

I have that knee problem! thanks for the tip

[@tatlertom3090]

This guy was in The Office for one scene. Boom. Roasted.

[@BreezyBulldog]

Wait but how exactly did he get to train celebrities? Did one celebrity just trained with him and liked it and said “ you know what? Imma recommend you to other celebrities “ and that’s how he got to train more and more celebrities?

[@dr.k.b.m2871]

Hello to you too Matthew ! 😃

[@mystereo9041]

Dudes on point

[@timstock8456]

is this a reupload? Ive seen this already i think

[@eliascontreras1951]

So Ragnar Lothbrok became a celebrity trainer, awesome! 👍💪

[@GustavoSilva-oc5wo]

I think he looks more like ube his son

[@KrisVic91]

Looks nothing like him.

[@activebryantsystems215]

I love theragun it great I love and use all time

[@prestondanner5037]

Dude my man Matt is looking straight outta advanced warfare

[@albertalbert7958]

Hollywood Supplements! Would love to see Hollywood post USADA. Might look like Vitor Belfort post USADA.

[@sterlingpound217]

I m outta shape myself. Now I've seen a similar video but it was running in the hills in Vancouver or British Columbia.

[@stellablack4067]

3-4 months to completely change the body is insane! Wish I could afford a guy like him FML 😭

[@DanIel-fl1vc]

It's not rocket science, run, lift, recover and eat well. These professional trainers are only there to remind you to do it.

[@patrickmerkel455]

Having an exercise science degree and working in nutrition research and as a personal trainer, he is only partially correct when talking about diet. I disagree with him saying that the body is inefficient at using carbohydrates if not already lean and the way to cut body fat is to cut carbs. I disagree. The way to cut body fat is to be in a caloric deficit, however you create that deficit is up to you.