Who is Martyn Ford?
Martyn Ford was born on 26 May 1982, in Staffordshire, England. He’s a British bodybuilder, actor, and social media sensation, known for his muscular physique and towering height of 6ft 8ins (2.03m). He’s had an unconventional path to fame, starting off as a fitness coach, before becoming an mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, and an actor.
Martyn made his acting debut in the TV series “Of Kings and Prophets” in 2016. Since then, he’s appeared in more than 15 other movies and TV series, including “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” (2018) and “The Sandman” (2022). In addition, Martyn has launched several business ventures, and now has more than four million followers on Instagram.
Early life and career
Martyn was born to Stephen and Lorraine Ford, and grew up in his hometown of Stafford. As a child, Martyn excelled at sports such as soccer, basketball and cricket during his high school years, leaning towards cricket, hoping to play on a professional level one day.
However, after sustaining an injury at the age of 20, he had to give up on his dream and his life took him in a completely different direction. In the following months, Martyn started training at the gym to recover from his injury, and discovered that his true passion lay in bodybuilding.
Martyn soon began working as a personal trainer, and quickly built up a loyal following of clients. His impressive height set him apart from other bodybuilders, and he began competing in bodybuilding competitions, quickly becoming one of the most recognizable figures in the sport.
Martyn has competed in several bodybuilding and fitness competitions in his career, placing third in the 2013 UKBFF Junior Bodybuilding Championships. The following year, he competed in the Miami Pro Bodybuilding Championships and placed second in the under-110kg (242lb) category.
While Martyn’s focus has since shifted to other aspects of his fitness career, he’s continued to participate in fitness events, and in 2018, he competed in the Body Power Expo Strongman Competition, placing second in the 105kg (231lb) class. Martyn’s strength and power were on full display in the competition, and he impressed both his fellow competitors and spectators.
Today, Martyn continues to maintain his impressive physique, and is still recognized as a prominent figure in the bodybuilding community.
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Acting career
Martyn made his breakthrough into acting in 2016, when he landed a minor role in the American action drama series “Of Kings and Prophets”. In the same year, he starred as Koshmar in the Bulgarian/American sports film “Boyka: Undisputed IV”, the fourth installment in the “Boyka” fighting movie franchise.
One of Martyn’s biggest movie roles to date was in the action comedy blockbuster “Kingsman: The Golden Circle”, which was released in 2017, and is the sequel to the 2014 hit movie “Kingsman: The Secret Service.” Martyn appeared in a supporting role in the film, alongside a star-studded cast including Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Julianne Moore and Halle Berry.
In the movie, Martyn played the role of an unnamed henchman working for the film’s main antagonist, Poppy Adams (played by Julianne Moore). His character is a physically threatening, muscular individual who serves to intimidate the film’s heroes, the Kingsman agents. Martyn’s appearance marked a significant moment in his acting career, as the film was a major box office success, grossing over $410 million worldwide, helping to establish Martyn as a rising talent in the acting world.
In the following year, Martyn starred as Corporal Jacob Gallagher in the horror film “Redcon-1”, centered on an elite squad of soldiers on a quest to save manhood from a deadly viral outbreak. Martyn also played another leading role in 2018, in the action thriller “Final Score”. The movie was directed by Scott Mann, and also starred Dave Bautista, Pierce Brosnan, and Gordon Alexander.
Martyn continued his string of action film roles by appearing in movies such as “The Marine 6: Close Quarters” and “Robin Hood: The Rebellion” both in 2018, and “Max Cloud” (2020). In 2021, he appeared in three episodes of the critically-acclaimed HBO series “The Nerves”, which follows the story of a fictional Victorian-era female gang.
As of March 2023, Martyn continues working on new projects. He’s set to star alongside Rhona Mitra and Robert Sheenan in the highly-anticipated movie adaptation of the popular comic book series “Red Sonja”. He’s also appearing in the action-comedy film “The Machine”, directed by Peter Atencio, based on the real-life story of the stand-up comedian Bert Kreischer and his encounters with the Russian mafia.
MMA
In 2018, Martyn signed a professional MMA contract with Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (KSW), one of the biggest martial arts organizations in Europe. He was set to make his debut in 2019, however, it was postponed due to a minor injury, and later due to Covid-19-related restrictions which disallowed international travel.
After a long wait, Martyn was supposed to fight Sajad Gharibi – aka The Iranian Hulk – in 2022, however, this fight was postponed once again, meaning that Martyn’s fans will have to wait a bit longer to see his debut in the ring. Given his stature, MMA fans are expecting him to dominate against his opponents, after some proper training.
Business ventures
Martyn is not only a successful actor and bodybuilder, but also a savvy businessman. He’s launched his own online fitness coaching program through which he offers customized training and diet plans to his customers, although he doesn’t do one-on-one training sessions. Martyn also owns The Martyn Ford Gym located in Birmingham, England, which attracts all kinds of clients, ranging from beginner fitness enthusiasts to professional athletes.
In addition, he’s partnered with a number of fitness and health brands, working with companies such as Gymshark, Myprotein, and Grenade, and collaborating with other fitness influencers and athletes on various projects. These partnerships have helped to raise Martyn’s profile in the fitness industry, allowing him to share his expertise and knowledge with a wider audience.
Love life and wife
Martyn is married to Sacha Stacey; the couple has been together for several years, became engaged in 2016, tying the knot in a private ceremony in 2019.
Just like Martyn, Sacha is a fitness enthusiast and a competitive athlete. She’s competed in various fitness and bodybuilding competitions and won several titles, including the Miss Bikini Universe Pro UK Championship. She’s also a personal trainer and a fitness model, and often appears on social media with Martyn in photos and videos.
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Fitness routine
Martyn’s fitness regimen is one of the most intense and rigorous in the fitness industry. He follows a strict diet and training program to maintain his muscle size and strength.
Martyn’s diet is carefully planned to support his high-calorie needs, and to ensure that he gets enough protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats to fuel his workouts and build muscle. He typically eats six to eight meals per day, which include a mix of lean protein sources, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats. Martyn also takes supplements to support his training, including protein powder, creatine, and pre-workout supplements.
Martyn’s training program is designed to maximize his strength and size while minimizing the risk of injury. He typically trains five to six days per week, with a focus on heavy lifting and compound movements such as squats, deadlifts, bench presses and military presses. Martyn also incorporates isolation exercises to target specific muscle groups and improve his overall muscle definition.
In addition, Martyn includes cardio and conditioning exercises in his training program to maintain his cardiovascular fitness and endurance. He often does high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit training to challenge his body and improve his conditioning.
Net worth
As of early 2023, Martyn has an estimated net worth of $10 million, while his yearly income is marked up to $2 million. He earns a large portion of this through his business ventures, along with various brand endorsement deals and movie appearances.
