John Goodman Reveals Weight Loss Journey and Gym Struggles After 14 Stone Loss Actor John Goodman discusses his drastic 14 stone weight loss, stomach surgery, and the challenge of forcing himself to exercise post-addiction recovery. Actor John Goodman has opened up about the intense physical and mental efforts required to maintain his health after shedding more than 14 stone from his body weight. The 74-year-old star revealed that he must currently force himself to attend the gym, admitting that his relationship with food had previously become dangerously addictive. Goodman shared these insights during a new interview, reflecting on a transformative period in his life that involved giving up alcohol and undergoing stomach surgery. He noted that modern weight loss injections would have been a godsend during his initial struggle, as they could have helped reduce his addiction to food and cut down on the dangerous habits he had developed over decades.Goodman Details Surgical Intervention and SobrietyThe actor embarked on this life-changing journey after entering rehab in 2007 to address a three-decade battle with alcohol. Goodman explained that his drinking habits were not just social but had become a debilitating disease that affected everyone around him. He described eating as alcoholically driven, noting that his joints were severely damaged from carrying excessive weight, which eventually led to two knee replacements.By 2010, Goodman had already lost 100 pounds by eliminating sugar from his diet and starting a rigorous workout routine. He worked with Mackie Shilstone, the trainer known for working with Serena Williams, who placed him on a Mediterranean-style eating plan. This regimen included daily walks of 10,000 to 12,000 steps using a treadmill and elliptical trainer to ensure consistent physical activity.Trainer Mackie Shilstone and Dietary ChangesMackie Shilstone observed that Goodman remembered the feeling of being extremely heavy and was determined not to return to that state. The trainer focused on portion control, a radical shift from Goodman's past habit of consuming large amounts of food rapidly. Goodman attributed much of his success to this disciplined approach, which stood in stark contrast to his earlier life where he would consume food without restraint.Goodman emphasized that he does not want to be a negative example for others, particularly if he were to revert to unhealthy eating patterns. He joked about the creative energy wasted on deciding what to eat next when he was heavier, highlighting how much of his vitality was previously consumed by his addiction to food and drink.Impact on Career and Future ProjectsGoodman became world-famous for his role as Dan Conner in the US sitcom Roseanne, where his weight was often a subject of jokes and plot points. At his heaviest, he weighed 28.5 stone, a figure that contributed to his declining health and energy levels. He noted that the pandemic caused his previous boxing regimen to lapse, leading to a period of lower-intensity activities like walking his dogs.Despite these challenges, Goodman successfully maintained his weight loss, announcing in 2023 that he had rid himself of 14 stone. He is now focusing on his upcoming projects, including a podcast drama called Hindsight: The Day Before and the film The Hollywood Hitman. Goodman stated he plans to restart a more intensive exercise routine this summer to ensure he can continue working on these new roles without the physical limitations of the past.