Mario Lopez Workout and Diet
Entertainer
Born: 1973
Mario Lopez Jr. was born in San Diego, California. He started dancing when he was 3 and also excelled at wrestling, karate and gymnastics. Lopez was discovered by a talent agent at age 10, and did local ads and commercials before landing roles on tv. He was on Kids Incorporated for 3 seasons and cast in Saved by the Bell which lasted for 5 years. He hosted the tabloid Extra for years before switching to Access in 2019. Lopez is co-host and co-executive producer of the show Dating Factory. He also has a syndicated iHeart Radio show called ON. He has co-written 3 fitness-related books and a memoir; his Extra Lean hit the New York Times bestseller list. Lopez has over a million followers on social media. He is married to Broadway dancer Courtney Mazza and they have 3 children. Lopez is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 175 lbs.
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Mario Lopez’s Diet
Summary
Lopez believes in eating clean and eating in moderation. He concentrates on quality animal protein and fish, and avoids the fatty, processed kind like sausage. He does consume healthy fats, including olive oil, nuts and oily fish like salmon. He eats plenty of vegetables and fresh fruit. He’ll also have whole grains like quinoa and steel-cut oatmeal and steers clear of anything that contains high fructose corn syrup or hydrogenated oils. He also avoids liquid calories and prefers water and black coffee.
Estimated Macros
- Low-Medium Carb 30%
- Medium Fat 30%
- Medium-High Protein 50%
Diet Details
Eat Right
Lopez is all about eating wholesome, natural foods, including grass-fed beef, plenty of veggies, fresh fruit, nuts and whole grains. He focuses on protein because it helps him feel full and stokes the fat-burning engines.
Eat in Moderation
Lopez also believes you must eat moderately, and not crash diet because it easily leads to bingeing. Eat enough, but don’t overdo it in either direction.
Goldilocks Zone
About a half-hour before working out, Lopez will have slow digesting carbs like oatmeal or Ezekiel bread and a fast-digesting protein like whey. He doesn’t like to be full or empty when working out, but rather just satisfied.
Chew to Tame Cravings
To keep hunger pangs in check, Lopez is a fan of chewing sugarless gum.
Coffee for the Burn
Lopez does not believe in drinking his calories. He says water is always best, but coffee can help curb appetite and even boost metabolism.
What to Eat
Whole, Natural Foods
Eggs
Grass-fed Beef
Lean Poultry
Seafood
All Vegetables
Beans
Fruit
Olive Oil
Nuts
Flaxseed
Ezekiel Bread
Quinoa
Steel-cut Oats
Barley
Buckwheat
Water
Black Coffee
Sugar-free Gum
What to Avoid
High Fructose Corn Syrup
Refined Sugar
French Fries
Fruit Juice
Trans Fats
Hydrogenated Oils
Margarine
Sugary Drinks
Junk Food
Processed Foods
Empty-calorie Foods
Lopez on the Importance of Health
‘Staying healthy is a top-of-the-mind things for me.’
Lopez on Teaching Kids Good Eating Habits
‘From an eating standpoint, [my kids] are going to learn the value of sensible portion sizes.’
Lopez on Drinking Options
‘Drink beverages that add little or nothing to your daily calorie count. Water is the obvious option, but zero-calorie coffee works and its fat-burning caffeine works too.’
Lopez on Getting 6-pack Abs
‘It all comes down to diet. Training will absolutely help develop a 6-pack, but if you’re not eating clean, nobody will ever see it.’
Mario Lopez’s Workout Routine
Weekly Routine
Run. Lift. Box. Repeat.
Lopez run every day with his dogs. He spars regularly but if he’s not boxing, he’ll lift weights at the gym.
Get Educated
Lopez is friends with fitness expert Jimmy Peña and says he learned a ton from Peña. They wrote Extra Lean together.
Tune In
Lopez listens to different kids of music when he works out, but his faves are 80s, house and hip-hop.
Mix it Up
Lopez has a regular routine that he follows, but he also likes to ‘shock his system’ by keeping things fresh, like going for a swim rather than a run.
Disciplined Daily Dose
Lopez considers his workouts to be non-negotiable. He does some form of exercise 6 days a week, and he has to force himself to take a day off.
Classic Split
Lopez follows a typical weightlifting schedule of devoting 1 day to a specific body part, such as legs or back.
Tough Love
Lopez loves boxing. As for going pro, he won’t commit, but he isn’t ruling it out either.
Exercise Style
A Mario Lopez Routine
Monday: Chest & Triceps
Cardio: 20 min
Weight training: 45 min
Stretching: 10 min
Tuesday: Super Mario Abs Workout
Do 3 rounds
Hanging leg raise: to failure
Decline weighted crunch: 15-20 reps
Double crunch: 15-20 reps
Cable wood chops: 15-20 reps
Rest 3-5 min between rounds
Cardio: 30 min
Stretching: 10 min
Wednesday: Back & Biceps
Cardio: 20 min
Weight training: 45 min
Stretching: 10 min
Thursday: Legs & Glutes
Cardio: 30 min
Resistance training: 35 min
Stretching: 10 min
Friday: Abs/Core
HIIT: 20 min
Resistance training: 30 min
Stretching: 10 min
Saturday: Full body
Run/Swim/Box: 30-60 min
Lopez on Fitness
‘I’m at my best at work and at play when I’m taking care of myself physically.’
Lopez on Boxing with the Greats
‘What I’ve learned most from being in the ring with legends is that I have a lot to learn, but that’s why I love sparring with people much better than me. It only helps me get better.’
Lopez on Resting on His Laurels
‘I’m never satisfied…I always want to improve and get better…Each day, I look for a challenge and get after it.’
Lopez on Wrestling
‘I truly believe my wrestling days help me now in many ways, and not just from a physique standpoint. ‘
Mario Lopez’s Supplements
multivitamin
Lopez really focuses on nutrition, but if your diet isn’t always ide-al, consider supplementing with a multivitamin to get the essen-tials.
greens supplement
Another smart choice for those who don’t eat as many veggies as they should is a greens supplement.
Protein
Protein is a staple in Lopez’s meals
Calcium
Calcium is essential for both men and women for strong bones and for smooth muscle contraction, including heart muscle.
Omega-3s
Omega-3s are another essential for many reasons: they boost brain function, reduce inflammation and keep your joints moving smoothly.
probiotics
It helps fill you up, revs up metabolism and reduces cravings. Healthy digestion starts with a healthy gut biome and probiotics are a big help in that area.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is essential for a lot of reasons, not least of all be-cause it helps produce testosterone, and even those who live in sunny locations often do not get enough.
Vitamin B12
Magnesium
Mario Lopez’s Lifestyle
Not Just A Pretty Face
Besides acting, Lopez was also an amateur wrestler in high school and as a senior finished 7th in the state of California. His character AC Slater on Saved by the Bell was also a wrestler.
First Kiss
Lopez says his first kiss was with superstar Fergie, who was also on the show, Kids Incorporated.
Fierce Fighters
The Lopez family has a tradition of naming their dogs after famous fighters. Their latest addition is called Oscar De La Hoya Lopez. Other family members include Julio Cesar Chavez Lopez and Juanita Maneula Marquez Lopez.
Saved By A Witch Doctor
Lopez suffered digestive problems when he was born and after conventional medicine failed him, his father took him to a witch doctor in Mexico. Mario drank a concoction of goat’s milk and other unknown substances and began to thrive.
Lucky Break
Lopez joined the cast of A Chorus Line in 2008, his single previous appearance on stage being in his elementary school’s 1st grade play. His run only lasted a few months but he met his future wife there and the gig gave his career a reboot.
Lopez on Perks of Wrestling
‘A kid learns what he’s made of when he’s down on the mat…I’d say the intangibles are what I think about most when I remember my wrestling days.’
Lopez on Guys
‘There’s 3 things men always talk about: women, sports and cars.’
Lopez on his Ethnicity
‘I like to consider myself an actor who just happens to be Hispanic.’
Lopez on Quarantine
‘Now more than ever since we don’t know when this is going to end, we need to stay active, not just for your physical health but for your mental health.’
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