The star of the USA network drama, “Burn Notice” talks about fitness with the magazine.
Here’s a little about the issue from the magazine’s press release:
NEW YORK, NY— As the blacklisted intelligence officer on the hit USA Network series Burn Notice, actor Jeffrey Donovan knows how important it is to be in shape. In the April issue of Men’s Fitness, he says that he is not trying to be a buff bodybuilder, but instead strives for a lean, strong and athletic frame. “I can’t look like I just walked out of a gym,” Donovan says in the issue. “There’s a certain physical presence I need to have on my show. This isn’t something I’m doing as a hobby.”
Donovan also shares with the magazine how his years of studying different forms of martial arts prepared him for his role on the show. “The character had to be skilled in hand-to-hand combat, but we had to marry what would be flashy with what would really happen.”
Here are some more excerpts from the story:
On using martial arts as his major influence:
“Anyone can kick somebody in the solar plexus and knock them down. I’m trying to find peace in my life. Besides, no one has ever been silly enough or stupid enough to attack me.”On the importance of finding the right trainer
“When you get to 40, mistakes will really cost you. That’s why having a trainer is so important.”On his low-key approach to Hollywood
“I’m not part of the Hollywood scene at all. That’s one of the reasons I’m never in the gossip columns. Acting is a real job, and working on an hour-long drama is the hardest job in show business. ”You can also get more information on his workout routine on MensFitness.com
And here are some photos from the story that the magazine sent Pop!
Jeffrey Donovan
Jeffrey Donovan
