Xolo Maridueña did gain weight in 2021 for his role in Kobra Kai.

The then 19-year-old had no experience in the gym. After the third season of the show, he decided to bulk up to match the physique of his character.

He opened about the ordeal, saying that he decided to get ripped after learning about his co-stars.

As the pandemic hit around the same time, he had no choice but to train at home.

He admitted that working out in the absence of a trainer was the toughed thing he had to ever do. 

Some fans loved the new body, while some loathed his looks.