Sydney Sweeney’s Inspiring Body Transformation for Christy Martin Biopic
Sydney Sweeney is opening up about her incredible body transformation to portray legendary professional boxer Christy Martin. In a recent interview with W Magazine, the "Euphoria" star shared the intense training regimen she underwent for the role, which spanned three and a half months and resulted in a weight gain of over 30 pounds.
“I joined the project to play Christy, and I had about three and a half months of rigorous training,” Sweeney revealed. Her daily routine included an hour of weight training in the morning, followed by two hours of kickboxing in the afternoon, and another hour of weight training in the evening.
The training had a profound impact on her physique. “My body was completely different,” she admitted. “I could no longer fit into my usual clothes. Typically, I wear a size 23 in jeans, but I found myself in a size 27. My boobs got bigger, and my butt got huge. It was wild!” Despite the dramatic changes, the Emmy nominee embraced her new appearance. “It was amazing; I felt incredibly strong—like crazy strong,” she added.
Sweeney first announced her role in the upcoming Martin biopic last October, humorously referencing "some paps in bushes" in her Instagram post. She also shared a striking photo of herself as Martin, showcasing her brown curly hair and toned arms.
Christy Martin is celebrated as one of the most influential female boxers in history. Starting her career in 1989 and retiring in 2012, she became the WBC female super welterweight world champion in 2009 and made history as the first female boxer to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated. Her life took a harrowing turn in 2010 when her husband, Jim Martin, stabbed her and shot her in the chest. After miraculously surviving the attack, he was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Over the past few months, Sweeney has been dedicated to training for this role, stating, “I’ve been immersed in training to bring to life the story of an incredible woman—a true champion who fought battles both inside and outside the ring. Her journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and hope, and I’m honored to step into her shoes to share her powerful story with you all. More to come soon.”
Stay tuned as Sydney Sweeney prepares to inspire audiences with her portrayal of Christy Martin, a remarkable figure whose legacy continues to resonate in the world of sports.
