The world of health and fitness is often defined by temporary extremes, but actor Aaron Pierre’s approach, detailed in an interview with Men's Health, is rooted in a decade-long commitment to self-study and longevity. Pierre invited Men's Health to examine his fridge and gym, outlining a routine that is structured, flexible, and deeply personal, largely motivated by severe unsettled stomach issues that started around age 16.
Pierre’s diet is now largely paleolithic, emphasizing quality, responsibly sourced proteins, fruits, nuts, vegetables, and sweet potato. His fridge staples include water (preferably alkaline), Rebel Kitchen coconut water, and an assortment of berries (strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries), lemons, and limes. When it comes to protein, he often chooses wild salmon, turkey, and chicken, though full beef burgers are reserved for "cheap days".
A cornerstone of his nutritional strategy is to minimize temptation: he keeps foods he loves and adores, like chocolates and cakes, out of his apartment to limit the likelihood of him "indulging or overindulging as the case might be on a rough day". His snack strategy, likewise, involves making the most easily accessible items healthy, such as placing pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, Brazil nuts, and berries in immediate vision.
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Aaron Pierre Shows Off His Gym and Fridge
Pierre generally eats two meals a day. He starts his morning not with coffee—as he has never had a cup of coffee in his life, which he insists is not an exaggeration—but by boiling the kettle and adding a tiny bit of Celtic Sea salt, a practice he continues despite admitting he hasn’t done his own research on the benefit. His first meal is usually a four- or five-egg omelet, which he utilizes to get in vegetables like spinach, onions, and sometimes tomato, occasionally complemented by turkey bacon. Dinner is reliably three pieces of wild salmon. The only food he actively dislikes is Brussels sprouts, though he will consume them if no other vegetable is available. When asked by Men’s Health what he grabs from his fridge at 2 AM, he initially quipped, “self-discipline,” but admitted that if he does indulge, he might reach for toast or a coconut water, based on the belief that sometimes thirst is mistaken for hunger.
His training regimen aims for four to five workouts a week, alongside martial arts sessions, ideally four times a week. Pierre’s physical goals have changed drastically over the years: once focused on being as strong or explosive as possible, his current priority is longevity—being able to move as he wants for as long as possible. His training now maintains a “healthy balance” between weightlifting and calisthenics, a shift from his past exclusive focus on compound lifts or calisthenics alone. His intense workouts involve pushing himself or taking exercises to failure. His favorites include compound lifts and the classic push-up, including the "bulldog pushups" practiced for muscle endurance. Interestingly, Pierre becomes "obsessive" about movements he initially struggles with, working until he genuinely enjoys the challenge, citing triceps dips as an example. He is dedicated enough to work out in silence.
Beyond the physical, Pierre maintains his mental fitness through prayer and meditation. He strongly advocates for communicating challenges with trusted loved ones who have his best interests at heart, a practice he wishes he had discovered sooner because of how helpful it is. His motivation is deeply rooted in his loved ones—his son, family, partner, and friends—as he strives to be the best version of himself for them and remain present. Pierre concludes his session with Men's Health by emphasizing the need to be kind and give oneself grace, acknowledging that "We're all human".
