Jennifer Garner dedicated significant time at the gym to return as Elektra in the upcoming “Deadpool & Wolverine” film.
On Monday, Garner shared on Instagram that while she was fit two decades ago during the filming of “Elektra,” she needed to step up her fitness game for a Marvel movie.
In the video, the 52-year-old actress demonstrated challenging workout routines that got her into exceptional shape for her high-octane cameo. She reminisced about the moment Ryan Reynolds and director Shawn Levy approached her with the proposal to revive her role for the third installment of “Deadpool.”
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Jennifer Garner embarked on an intense fitness regimen to get into “Marvel” shape. (Getty Images/Jennifer Garner Instagram)
“We were filming ‘The Adam Project,’ and they exchanged this look that signifies everything—20 pages of dialogue, perhaps even nuclear codes—there’s a unique artistic connection between those two,” Garner shared in her post.
“Besides trying to make my kids’ preschool friends believe I was a secret ninja, I hadn’t wielded Elektra’s sais since 2004; I was fit, but not Marvel fit,” she added.
“I was fit, but not Marvel fit.”
Garner revealed that her training included swimming, weight lifting, boxing, running, trampoline workouts, and balance exercises to prepare for her return as Elektra.
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Jennifer Garner at the premiere of “Elektra” in 2005. (John Shearer/WireImage)
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“I never anticipated that Elektra and I needed closure, but Shawn and Ryan certainly did. They possess a remarkable ability to elevate those around them,” Garner reflected. “Shauna and I felt elated on set with them, alongside my dear friends @thehughjackman, @dafnekeen, @channingtatum, @realwesleysnipes. Filming the fight scenes was an absolute blast, being together felt like a dream.”
The actress concluded, “I’m proud of my friends and thankful to be sharing this experience. Simply saying thank you doesn’t suffice, but I will find the right words eventually.”
Colin Farrell, Michael Clarke Duncan, Jennifer Garner, and Ben Affleck starred in the 2003 film, “Daredevil.” (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Garner first portrayed Elektra in the 2003 film “Daredevil,” alongside her then-husband, Ben Affleck. She later starred in her own movie released in 2005.
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Fans flooded Garner’s comment section to applaud her workout journey.
Olivia Wilde commented, “You are such a f—ing badass.” Eva Longoria added, “Wow!! This is incredible! You never cease to amaze me!”
Jennifer Garner received accolades from peers and fans on her Instagram post. (Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)
“You weight-lifting pumpkins is possibly the best thing I’ve ever witnessed,” another fan commented.
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Garner’s fitness trainer, Beth Nicely, also expressed her admiration, saying, “You are the REAL DEAL Jennifer Garner. An absolute inspiration. Training you is a true privilege. I’m so proud of you!!!”
