Alexandra Daddario Workout and DIET
Actress
Born: 1986
New York City native Alexandra Daddario always wanted to be an actress and she studied the Meisner technique for several years. Her tv debut came at age 16 with a role in the soap opera All My Children. In 2010, she was cast in the film Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. Small roles continued to trickle in and Daddario dropped out of college to pursue her dream. Other acting credits include the film version of Baywatch, The Layover, and We Summon the Darkness. In 2021, she starred in the first season of HBO’s The While Lotus and earned acclaim and an Emmy nomination for the role. Daddario married producer Andrew Form in June, 2022. She has millions of fans on social media. Daddario is 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighs about 125 lbs.
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Alexandra Daddario‘s Diet
Summary
Daddario makes an effort to eat healthy, but not to the point of deprivation. She’s very busy, so she prioritizes foods that are fast and easy to prepare while still containing plenty of nutrients. Eggs, wholegrain bread, grilled meats, veggies, coconut water, almond butter and protein bars are her go-tos. She mostly avoids processed foods, with the exception of Pop Tarts which she keeps in her dressing room. She stays hydrated with plenty of water.
Estimated Macros
- Medium Fat 30%
- Medium Carb 40%
- Medium Protein 30%
Diet Details
Sensible Approach
Daddario isn’t one of those Hollywood stars who feels pressure to starve herself to look a certain way. She eats foods from all categories and does not consider carbs or fat to be the enemy.
Protein Power
Daddario makes sure to eat protein at every meal. She starts her day with an egg and toast, made by cutting the center out of the bread and cooking the egg in it. A protein shake is a lunch staple, a protein bar is a typical snack, and dinner is something like grilled chicken or salmon and veggies.
Super Smoothie
Daddario’s top pick for a smoothie is made by Earthbar and includes acai, frozen banana, blueberries, flaxseed oil, protein powder, maca, cinnamon, coconut water and almond butter.
Veg Out
When Daddario is in the mood for a lighter dinner, she makes avocado tacos.
Spice It Up
Daddario likes fresh pico de gallo salsa with her tacos, and she cinnamon in her smoothies.
No Denial
Daddario makes an effort to stick to clean eating, but if she’s in the mood for a treat, she’ll have it. Pop Tarts are a particular weakness, as is chocolate, but she takes care not to overdo it.
What to Eat
Eggs
Bread
Chicken
Salmon
Broccoli
Avocado
Veggies
Almond butter
Flaxseed oil
Acai
Maca
Fruit
Nuts
Coconut water
Protein shakes
Protein bars
Quinoa
Whole grains
Spices
Water
Pop Tarts (treat)
Chocolate (treat)
What to Avoid
Overeating
Processed Foods
Fast Food
Junk Food
Chemicals
Artificial ingredients
Daddario on late-night snacks
I can’t go to bed hungry.
Daddario on her no-denial rule
If I’m going to have a delicious snack before bed, I’m going to do it.
Daddario on diet & health
Do what makes you feel good.
Alexandra Daddario‘s Workout Routine
Weekly Routine
Don’t Stop
Daddario exercises regularly to stay fit. But she doubled down on her routine to get ready for Baywatch.
A K.I.S.S. Plan
Daddario likes to keep things simple. She isn’t into lots of fancy equipment or elaborate workouts. She gets the work done, and gets on with her day.
Get Help
Daddario worked with celebrity trainer Patrick Murphy to perfect her beach bod.
Daily Dose
Daddario makes time for fitness most days. She likes how it makes her look and how it makes her feel.
Happy Yogini
Yoga is one of Daddario’s go-tos to de-stress and stay flexible. She has been doing it for years. Even when she’s traveling, she always makes time to do a few poses.
Strength Training
To get bikini-ready for Baywatch, Daddario took up strength training. She used free weights, resistance bands and kettlebells to tone and sculpt.
Specialized Training
Daddario has taken on several physical roles besides Baywatch, including for Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Percy Jackson.
Exercise Style
An Alexandra Daddario Routine
Dumbbell bench press: 10
Triceps kickbacks: 10
Weighted step ups: 10
Standing row w/ TRX straps: 10
Chin-ups: 10
Circuit 2:
Repeat circuit 3x
Resistance band punch: 10/each arm
Step-up w/ dumbbell press: 10/each leg
Lunge jump: 10/each leg
Do something physical every day to relieve stress.
Daddario on her approach to fitness
I’m pretty consistently fit because I think it’s an important part of my work, but I will ramp it up just because I have been enjoying myself a little bit too much.
Daddario on her least favorite form of exercise
For some reason, I find jogging incredibly boring.
Daddario on her favorite kind of exercise
Yoga is the only thing I’ve been able to do consistently over the years…It’s also sort of a mental exercise and calms you and refocuses you.
Daddario on other exercise
Sometimes someone will drag me to a spin class or on a hike.
Daddario on her stereotypical actor routine
I got a dog. I take him on hikes, and I go to yoga all the time, and drink green juice. Very cliché actress.
Daddario on specialized training
I had done a lot of running in Texas Chainsaw, and sword-fighting in Percy Jackson, which taught me to fall properly.
Daddario on challenge
I’m a believer in challenging myself and overcoming challenges by doing things I’ve never done before.
Alexandra Daddario‘s Supplements
Protein
Daddario prioritizes protein, and will often have a protein shake as lunch and a protein bar for a snack. Protein fills you up, burns fat and builds muscle.
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Flaxseed
One of the staple ingredients in Daddario’s smoothie is flaxseed which is rich in omega-3s. It is anti-inflammatory and promotes brain and heart health.
Acai
Acai is another important ingredient in Daddario’s daily smoothie. Acai is full of antioxidants, fiber and minerals. It promotes focus and memory, controls appetite, stimulates healthy digestion and promotes weight loss.
Maca
Also part of Daddario’s smoothie is maca. It too contains many health-promoting antioxidants, boosts mood, energy, and memory, and helps balance estrogen levels.
Coconut Water
Yet another healthy ingredient in Daddario’s smoothie is coconut water, which is rich in potassium, an electrolyte that is essential for heart health. Coconut water helps lower blood pressure, boosts energy and promotes weight loss.
Alexandra Daddario‘s Lifestyle
Sleep Hack
Daddario is a very busy woman but she still prioritizes sleep. One of her top hacks: blackout curtains.
Power Down
Daddario has the rule of turning off her phone one hour before bed. This helps her unwind and relax and fall asleep easier.
Treat Your Brain Right
Another thing Daddario does to relax before bedtime is yoga or meditation. It helps clear her mind, and also keeps her away from her phone.
Keeping Clean
Daddario likes things to be clean, but she isn’t big on chemicals. She uses vinegar around the house and when she travels, she carries wet wipes and gives things a quick swipe before touching to help stay healthy.
Big Shoes to Fill
Daddario’s parents are both lawyers. Her dad was once the head of NYC’s counterterrorism unit and her mother was also a model. Her grandfather was a member of Congress. Daddario says she could have done anything with her life, and chose acting because she loved storytelling.
DIY Fun
Daddario enjoys making stuff, like building shelves and gardening in her backyard.
Meisner Method
Daddario uses the Meisner technique of acting, which involves emotional preparation, repetition, and improvisation, although she admits she also takes on some aspects of a character, which is a Method technique.
Daddario on sleep
Making sure you sleep enough is so important to me. It keeps your energy up. It keeps your skin clear.
Daddario on wet wipes
Planes aren’t always cleaned that well, so I like to use wet wipes to wipe down the plane.
Daddario on cell phones
It takes discipline, but I have to allow myself to shut it off.
Daddario on meditation & yoga
I think yoga’s important because we get so much information thrown at us all the time.
Daddario on herself
I do consider myself to be a smart, tough girl.
Daddario on her acting style
I took Meisner for a long time. I use a lot of sense memory and, well, I wouldn’t say Method, but I can’t really avoid getting into character.
Daddario’s career advice
Following your heart and working really, really hard is the best thing you can do, and just try not to be too hard on yourself.
Daddario on casual-day fashion
When I have no appointments, I spend the day in pajamas and go to the dog park in pajamas.
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