Ali Larter Reveals the Intense Fitness Routine Behind Her “Landman” Transformation

Ali Larter might be in the best shape of her life at 49, but she’s the first to admit that it takes commitment, discipline and a whole lot of early mornings to maintain it. As she steps into her role as Angela in Landman — Taylor Sheridan’s hit Paramount+ series about the Texas oil boom — Larter brings both physical and emotional strength to the character. And she’s working hard behind the scenes to make that happen.

A High-Energy Routine for a High-Impact Role

Preparing for Angela, the confident and alluring ex-wife of Billy Bob Thornton’s character, requires Larter to stay fit, focused and mentally grounded. She doesn’t mince words when discussing the effort involved.

“I’ll tell you what. I work really hard, okay? I’m not pretending that I don’t,” she tells PEOPLE. For her, Mondays start before the sun rises. “I’m up at 4:30 a.m. I go for a run. It’s only 30 minutes, but it sets the tone.”

Along with running, Larter prioritizes clean eating — without depriving herself. “I’m one of those protein mommies. I eat so much protein all day long. It works for me,” she says. Her approach is simple: fuel the body properly so it can perform at its best.

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Strength Training and Mental Strength Go Hand in Hand

While cardio keeps her energized, strength training helps her maintain the toned, confident look demanded by her character. “I do a lot of strength training,” she says, adding that the physical aspect is only one small part of preparing for the role.

Playing Angela often means stepping into scenes that require vulnerability, confidence and emotional exposure. For Larter, that starts with a mindset shift.

“In the end, anytime you have to put on a bathing suit and walk in front of anybody, it’s really difficult,” she admits. “But the sexiest women I know are the women who own it. So part of getting there with Angela is owning it.”

Once she steps into character, insecurity has no place on set. “There is no space in my mind for insecurity. I’m not allowing any of that into my space,” she explains. “She’s sexy on the outside, but guess what? She’s owning it on the inside, too.”

Finding Balance Away from the Camera

When she isn’t filming in Fort Worth, Texas, Larter switches gears completely. Though her weekdays are structured and intense, she embraces relaxation and family time on the weekends.

“I fall apart on the weekends,” she says with a laugh. “I lay in bed, sometimes 12 hours. I’m not kidding you.”

In 2022, Larter and her husband Hayes MacArthur relocated from Hollywood to the mountains of Idaho. They now live in Sun Valley with their two children, Teddy, 14, and Vivienne, 10. The move has allowed the actress to embrace a slower, more mindful lifestyle between projects.

In Idaho, her days include yoga sessions, long hikes with the family dogs, and plenty of cooking. “I’m cooking dinners and allowing myself to sleep in,” she says. “I’m at every soccer game and every soccer practice, and that really feeds me.”

A Strong Support System Behind the Success

Larter credits her longevity and stamina in the entertainment industry to experience — and the unwavering support of her family. Working on a high-profile series like Landman requires intense bursts of energy and long periods of dedication, but she knows she isn’t doing it alone.

“The experience I have after working in this industry so long allows me to run at this high-octane pace,” she explains. “It kind of does feel like the Super Bowl with this show. But I have an awareness of it — and I have an incredible support system with my husband and my children and my mom and dad.”

That support allows her to thrive both on-screen and off, striking a balance between Hollywood demands and her peaceful mountain lifestyle. For Larter, the combination is exactly what she needs to give her best performance.

As she continues to embrace the physical and emotional challenges of Landman, Larter remains grounded, disciplined and proud of the strength she has cultivated. Her journey is a reminder that confidence isn’t just about appearance — it’s about owning every part of yourself, inside and out.

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