‘Deadpool & Wolverine’: How Jennifer Garner Got Marvel Fit for Her Elektra Cameo. Jennifer Garner had to achieve “Marvel fit” status for her cameo as Elektra in the upcoming “Deadpool & Wolverine” film. She shared her rigorous workout plan in an Instagram video, detailing the intense training she underwent to reprise her role as the sai-wielding assassin.
The Pitch: A Marvelous Idea
Garner’s return as Elektra was a highlight among the star-studded cameos in “Deadpool & Wolverine.” She revealed that Ryan Reynolds and director Shawn Levy pitched the idea to her while they were working on the 2022 film “The Adam Project.” Garner recalled the moment on Instagram, noting the unique creative synergy between Reynolds and Levy.
Training Regimen: From Fit to Marvel Fit: To prepare for the role, Garner’s workout routine included sai weapon training, aerobics, swimming, boxing, weight lifting, running, jump rope, and rowing. She emphasized that while she was already fit. She needed to reach a new level of fitness for the Marvel role. Garner and her stunt double, Shauna Duggins, ramped up their training with the help of trainer Beth Nicely. Their regimen included daily workouts, boxing three times a week, and plenty of Peloton sessions.
A Hero’s Return: Elektra’s MCU Goodbye: Garner originally played Elektra in Ben Affleck’s 2003 “Daredevil” and headlined her own “Elektra” spinoff in 2005. Although those films were not well-received. She got the chance to give Elektra a proper send-off in “Deadpool & Wolverine”. Alongside other Fox heroes like Wesley Snipes’ Blade, Channing Tatum’s Gambit, and Dafne Keen’s X-23.
Gratitude and Reflection
“I didn’t know that Elektra and I needed an ending, but Shawn and Ryan did,” Garner wrote. She expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to work with her friends and fellow actors, including Hugh Jackman, Dafne Keen, Channing Tatum, and Wesley Snipes. “Shooting the fight was so fun, being there all together—truly like a dream. I’m proud of my friends and grateful to be up there with them. Thank you doesn’t cut it, guys, but it’s a good placeholder until I figure out what does.”
Garner’s dedication to her training and her excitement about returning to the Marvel universe shine through in her posts. Making her journey to becoming “Marvel fit” an inspiring story for fans.