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Ripped action stars have been around since the '80s when Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone battled it out to see who had the bigger muscles, the most guns, and who could beat up the most bad guys. These days, being in peak physical shape for a role is pretty much the norm. Unfortunately, this has meant many actors feel more pressure than ever to get in the best possible shape, often leading them to follow dodgy and dangerous methods in pursuit of the ideal movie star physique.

For example, it's been reported that Marvel molds actors into superhero shape using a controversial source. Health expert Dr. Todd Schroeder, who was interviewed for the book "MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios," claimed that "fifty to seventy-five percent" of Marvel Cinematic Universe actors take steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), "at least for the short term." In the book, Dr. Schroeder...

Several notable actors from the Marvel Cinematic Universe have talked to fitness and health magazines about their workout regimens. Karen Gillan had to do a lot of lifting and fight training to play Nebula. Dave Bautista, who plays Drax the Destroyer, noted that "superhero fit" is rather different from "wrestler fit." Want to get fit like Chris Evans when he plays Captain America? Men's Health Magazine has a whole routine devoted to his body. 

Comic book superheroes, since the birth of the medium, have typically represented idealized human physiques, usually fetishizing large muscles and athletic frames. Men typically all have broad shoulders and washboard abs, while women are all lithe and busty, infamously contorting their near-nude bodies in unusual ways. It's easy to see why the trend persists: young comic book fans likely enjoy projecting themselves into the most widely celebrated body types, while also ogling attractive imaginary people. Is...

Medical professional Dr. Todd Schroeder suggests that Marvel actors often achieve their impressive physique through the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), estimated to be used by over half of the stars. The controlled use of performance-enhancing substances can aid an actor's physical transformation, and when done, it's likely under the care of medical professionals and trainers. While some actors may rely on PEDs, others likely achieve their superhero physique naturally through intense workouts and without the use of steroids.

Marvel actors are known to bulk up to impressive levels for MCU movies, but a medical expert explains that many of them don't achieve it 100% naturally. In order to portray Marvel's invincible superheroes and literal gods, actors are expected to embody their physical strength and athleticism. There have been dozens of MCU actors who have showcased their fit physique across Marvel's 40+ MCU movies and shows, and quite a lot of them...

Tituss Burgess, best known for his recurring role on the hit NBC series '30 Rock' and for originating roles in Jersey Boys and The Little Mermaid on Broadway, will join actresssinger Joan Ryan in Joan Ryan Live, written and directed by Andrew MacBean associate director with Trevor Nunn on Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Aspects of Love' and 'Sunset Boulevard' and musical direction from Todd Schroeder musical director for Sam Harris, Jason Alexander, tonight, October 26 at 11pm at 54 Below 254 West 54th Street in Manhattan.

Tituss Burgess, best known for his recurring role on the hit NBC series '30 Rock' and for originating roles in Jersey Boys and The Little Mermaid on Broadway, will join actresssinger Joan Ryan in Joan Ryan Live, written and directed by Andrew MacBean associate director with Trevor Nunn on Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Aspects of Love' and 'Sunset Boulevard' and musical direction from Todd Schroeder musical director for Sam Harris, Jason Alexander, on Saturday, October 26 at 11pm at 54 Below 254 West 54th Street in Manhattan.

Sam Harris, starred on Broadway in The Producers, Grease and The Life. He was also the first ever Grand Champion of TV's Star Search, and starred in a smash hit Town Hall concert in Provincetown last year. Now, Harris is set to return this summer to join the star-studded lineup of Broadway The Art House this weekend, Aug. 3 amp 4 for two shows only, with Todd Schroeder at the piano.

Sam Harris, starred on Broadway in The Producers, Grease and The Life. He was also the first ever Grand Champion of TV's Star Search, and starred in a smash hit Town Hall concert in Provincetown last year. Now, Harris is set to return this summer to join the star-studded lineup of Broadway The Art House this weekend, Aug. 3 amp 4 for two shows only, with Todd Schroeder at the piano.

Sam Harris, starred on Broadway in The Producers, Grease and The Life. He was also the first ever Grand Champion of TV's Star Search, and starred in a smash hit Town Hall concert in Provincetown last year. He returns this summer to join the star-studded lineup of Broadway The Art House on Aug. 3 amp 4 for two shows only, with Todd Schroeder at the piano. For tickets please visit www.ptownarthouse.com, or call 1-800-838-3006.

El Portal Theatre in association with producers Jay Irwin and Pegge Forrest proudly present a very special New Years Eve celebration December 31, 2011 with an all-star lineup for two performances only at 4 pm and 10 pm. The all stars are headed by Sam Harris with Todd Schroeder at the piano, 2010 Tony Winner Levi Kreis, 2011 Ovation Winner Lesli Margherita and David Burnham one of Broadways bright lights.