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29th Jun 2016

VIDEO: These easy-to-follow workout videos will help you get in super shape like Tarzan

Eoghan Doherty

King of the jungle gym…

Ahead of the release of the upcoming Warner Bros. blockbuster, The Legend Of Tarzan, film fans have been getting particularly excited about a number of different elements.

They’re interested in how Swedish star Alexander Skarsgård will fare as the latest incarnation of Edgar Rice Burroughs’ iconic character, they’re dying to see Christoph Waltz chew up the steamy jungle scenery as Captain Rom, and they’ve made no secret of the fact that they cannot wait to count all 27 of Skarsgård’s abs up close and personal on the big screen.

Exhibit A…

Still with us?

We’ve already brought you details of the incredible workout Skarsgård underwent to play the role of the King of the Junglebut did you know there’s also a series of official #TarzanChallenge workout videos that you can follow yourself?

Now, there’s no guarantee you’re going to end up looking exactly like Alexander AKA Sweden’s finest export since the 40th Anniversary Edition of ABBA Gold, but by attempting the workout, you probably will increase your chances of Margot Robbie falling in love you.

So it’s a worth a shot, right?

Here’s the film’s official trailer to get you in the muscley mood, followed by the official #TarzanChallenge workout series…

Part 1 – Introduction

Part 2 – Core

Part 3 – Full body and arms

Part 4 – Lower body

Part 5 – Chest and back

Part 6 – Final

All clips via Warner Bros. Pictures

The Legend Of Tarzan is released in Ireland on 6 July

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