Chase Stokes, the charming 32-year-old star of Outer Banks, recently spilled the tea about the Herculean effort required to maintain his “super lean” physique for the show. And let’s be real: staying lean in your 30s? That’s like trying to keep avocado fresh for more than five minutes—nearly impossible.
Since 2020, Chase has been the heartthrob we all tune in to watch, and as if his life wasn’t busy enough, he’s gearing up for the fourth season of the show, set to air in October. But while we’ve all been enjoying his sun-kissed beach bod on screen, Chase has apparently been on a strict “no donuts allowed” diet. Tragic, really.
In a recent interview, Chase opened up about his fitness routine. (Spoiler alert: It doesn’t involve binge-watching Netflix or stress-eating pizza.) Instead, he’s laser-focused on looking his best, because, as he put it, not taking his fitness seriously would be “disrespectful.” Yes, disrespectful—like showing up to a wedding in Crocs.
“I just want to naturally represent myself and take care of my body,” Chase shared with People, while probably glaring at a piece of cake with pure hatred. He added, “I don’t want to show up on screen looking like I’ve been living off fast food, because that would be rude to the show and to the fans who expect me to look like a human Ken doll.”
So, next time you’re lounging in sweats, just remember: Chase Stokes is out there, sacrificing carbs and lifting weights, all for your viewing pleasure. The real hero we never knew we needed.
