AceShowbiz - Dave Bautista has opened up about his recent weight loss journey, sharing both the challenges and triumphs along the way. Speaking on "Insight With Chris Van Vliet," the 55-year-old actor discussed his transformation from a hefty 315 pounds after filming "Knock at the Cabin Door" to a leaner and healthier 240 pounds.

Bautista explained that he gained weight rapidly for his role in the film, indulging in "French fries and pancakes," which left him feeling "uncomfortably big." He admitted, "Looking back at it, I probably overdid it. I was probably a little too big. I put on an uncomfortable amount of weight and it took me forever to shed it off."

Bautista adopted intermittent fasting and strict calorie control to achieve his weight loss. He restricted his eating window to the afternoon, not allowing himself to eat until 1 p.m. and consuming no more than 2,500 calories a day.

Despite some accusations from social media users suggesting that Bautista might be anorexic or using Ozempic, the actor clarified, "I'm just not eating much. And I'm not starving or anything." He added, "Because people have seen me so much bigger over the years, they think I'm, like, anorexic, but I'm just a large human being."

He emphasized that he is committed to his regimen, even if it means working incredibly hard to remain trim. "I'm basically killing myself to be this trim," he admitted. "I mean, I am training hard. My calories are pretty restricted."

The transformation wasn't solely about shedding pounds but also enhancing his on-screen presence. Bautista noted, "I also noticed the more I trimmed down, the better I felt...the better I looked on camera, the better I looked next to other actors. Even at this weight… at 6'4" [and] 240 pounds, next to your typical actor I look like a gorilla, and it's distracting."

A significant aspect of Bautista's diet is his preference for plant-based foods, accompanied by eggs and occasional fish, reflecting his lactose intolerance and commitment to healthier eating habits. His workouts include jiu jitsu and boxing, helping him stay in shape and maintain his fitness levels post-transformation.

Bautista's journey stands as a testament to his dedication to health and fitness, with fans and fitness enthusiasts drawing inspiration from his stringent regimen and astonishing results. Despite battling misconceptions and physically demanding routines, Bautista's persistence in achieving and maintaining his weight loss is awe-inspiring - a reminder that significant transformations require both discipline and hard work.