Actor James Stewart has revealed what he gave up to lose weight

Australian actor James Stewart has revealed the common thing he gave up that helped transform his body.

Actor James Stewart has revealed exactly how he lost over 10 kilos and what made him do it.

Stewart, 47, has been starring on Home And Away for years, and he posted a photo of himself on Instagram in April to show off his body transformation.

The Aussie actor was shirtless, bulging, wearing nothing but grey sweatpants and white sneakers and was very clearly sporting a six pack – it was big Hugh Jackman Wolverine vibes.

The Daily Telegraph reported that Stewart’s secret weapon was cutting out booze to focus on health.

“No one wants to hear it, but most of the work is done in the kitchen and at the bar. The hard part is the food,” he said.

James’s shirtless snap was a huge hit with fans. Source: Instagram

James revealed he wore baggy clothes before his weight loss. Source: Backgrid

Stewart also wrote on Instagram that he previously weighed 100 kilograms but dropped to 88 kilograms thanks to old fashioned diet and exercise.

“I was sluggish … wore baggy shirts and didn’t feel great … the thing that got to me the most is I couldn’t keep up with my kid … now she has trouble keeping up with me,” he wrote.

Stewart also explained that his weight loss was due to hard work rather than a fad diet.

“I’m not going to sugar-coat it! Instead of beers and burgers, grab a protein shake and a salad … Then just put your trainers on and go train! Sounds simple … but it’s one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, and I’ve done it twice,” he shared.

Interestingly Stewart also said that the change wasn’t thanks to a fancy celebrity trainer — he did it all by himself.

“Once with the best trainers ever and this time without … and as fit as I am physically, it’s my mental fitness that is my favourite benefit. I feel good about myself. A better man, a better husband, a better father,” he wrote.

James and Sarah married in 2019. Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images

Jessica and James share a daughter Scout. Source: Justin Sanson

Fans flooded the comments section to congratulate the “bulging” star.

“Awesome job. I’m 54 and just started trying to get back into shape … would love it if you could post some tips on your journey. Cheers,” one requested.

“Hard graft, dedication, consistency and time, well done,” another congratulated.

“Looking good, James,” someone praised.

“Unit!” Another wrote.

Stewart’s usually pretty private about his life, he shares a daughter Scout with Aussie actor Jessica Marais but the pair split in 2015.

He has since married his Home And Away co-star Sarah Roberts and the two officially tied the knot in 2019.