Henry Cavill weight training: The physiology behind the Man of Steel’s physique
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 10 min read
Henry Cavill’s “superhero” build (reportedly ~190–210 lb on screen) is achieved by combining high‑mechanical‑tension lifting to stimulate hypertrophy with metabolic work (including fasted cardio) that increases lipid oxidation, allowing simultaneous muscle gain and fat loss (“recomposition”). Here’s how recovery, neuromuscular adaptation, and joint-protective programming make that body composition sustainable instead of short-lived “ego lifting.” “When ...