Known as one of Hollywood’s nicest actors, Keanu Reeves has returned to the big screen as John Wick in the film Ballerina. At 60 years old, Reeves still needs to stay in top shape for intense stunts and fight scenes. Luckily, his workout routine helps him stay sharp and avoid injuries.
Popular YouTubers and fitness coaches, the Buff Dudes, reviewed Reeves’ workout and gave it their approval. They said, “This workout complements the jiu-jitsu training, gun handling, and long hours on set. For that, we definitely give it a thumbs up.”
The routine includes a warm-up and a two-round circuit designed by Reeves’ trainer. It focuses on efficiency and protecting joints. The workout does not involve heavy lifting. Instead, it aims to keep Reeves agile, functional, and ready for action. “He’s 60 and still making John Wick movies, so something is working,” the Buff Dudes noted.
How to Perform the Workout
Warm-Up Circuit
The Buff Dudes emphasize the importance of mobility and agility. They explain that Reeves needs to stay flexible because the action scenes require physical and mental endurance. “Warming up helps the body perform better and reduces stress,” they say.
Bird Dogs
This exercise improves hip stability and is popular among physiotherapists. The coaches suggest imagining balancing a glass on your lower back while doing it. Start on hands and knees. Extend one arm and the opposite leg, keeping hips and core steady. Pause, then return slowly and switch sides.
World’s Greatest Stretch
This move loosens the hips, glutes, and spine. You can twist both ways based on where you feel tight. Step into a deep lunge, place your elbow inside your front foot, rotate your torso, and reach upward. Hold for 10 seconds on each side.
Leg Swings
A great exercise for balance and stability. Stand tall and swing one leg side to side across your body while keeping your core engaged.
Main Circuit (repeat twice)
External Rotations (with resistance band)
Targets the rotator cuff muscles to help prevent injury. Attach a band at elbow height. Keep your elbow close to your side and rotate your forearm outward slowly against the band.
Bent-over Rows (with resistance band or dumbbells)
Helps build strength while maintaining mobility and stability. Stand on a resistance band, hinge at the hips, and pull the band toward your hips, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Push-Ups
Start in a plank with your core tight and hands under shoulders. Lower your chest to the floor, keeping elbows close, then push back up quickly.
Face Pulls (with resistance band)
Usually done on a cable machine, but here performed with a band anchored at upper chest height. Pull the band toward your face, keeping elbows high, focusing on the upper back and rear shoulders.
Hammer Curls (with resistance band)
Stand on the band with palms facing inward. Curl your hands toward your shoulders, keeping elbows steady. Lower slowly.
Supermans
Lie face down with arms and legs extended. Lift your arms, chest, and legs off the floor together. Hold briefly, then lower with control.
Twisting Planks
Start in a forearm plank. Twist your hips toward the floor, alternating sides. Keep your core tight and back flat to engage your oblique muscles.
