Sydney Sweeney reportedly gained about 30–35 pounds for her role as Christy Martin in the biopic Christy. Multiple outlets in late 2024–2025 cited figures around 30 pounds (roughly 13–16 kg), with some variations up to about 35 pounds depending on the interview or article. For example, several articles described a weight gain in the vicinity of 30 pounds, tied to an intensive training and diet regimen to convincingly portray the boxer [Citation: sources noting 30 pounds weight gain]. Another piece referenced 35 pounds as the upper end of her reported gain during the transformation process [Citation: coverage mentioning 35 lbs for Christy].
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www.imdb.comSydney Sweeney's diet was paired with hours in the gym, where she worked to build a fighter's physique.
www.ndtv.comSydney Sweeney has revealed how she 'transformed her body' by gaining 35lbs for her role in Christy. In order to portray boxing legend Christy Martin for the biopic, the actor said she underwent a gruelling training process which involved early morning weight sessions, several hours of boxing, followed by more lifting sessions every day for three months. 'My days turned into 18 and 19 hour long days everyday.' 'I was constantly trying to transform my body. I put on 35lbs for Christy', she...
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www.cinemablend.comSydney Sweeney provided a closer look at the fast food diet she adopted while trying to gain 30 pounds to portray boxer Christy Martin in her new movie, Christy.
www.eonline.comSydney Sweeney reveals to PEOPLE how she lost the 30 lbs. she had gained for Christy before filming 'The Housemaid' and the third season of 'Euphoria'.
people.comSydney Sweeney recently opened up about her weight gain and loss process, to play the role of Christy Martin in her 2025 sports drama Christy.
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www.imdb.comSydney Sweeney recently opened up about her weight gain and loss process, to play the role of Christy Martin in her 2025 sports drama Christy.
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