Hey there, friends! Let’s talk about something interesting. Did Jennifer Lopez (J.Lo) and Alex Rodriguez (A-Rod) inspire Ben Affleck to jumpstart his fitness journey? It seems like they did! After Ben checked out of rehab last November for alcoholism, just about a month after his divorce from Jennifer Garner was finalized, he’s been working hard to rebuild his life. As a single dad embracing this new chapter, Ben decided to follow A-Rod and J.Lo’s 10-day, no-carb, no-sugar diet plan. Let’s dive into the details!

Ben’s New Journey: Taking on the 10-Day Challenge

Ben Affleck, the 46-year-old Batman star, opened up about his decision to take on this challenge during a candid interview with Hoda Kotb on Today. He was joined by his Triple Frontier co-star, Charlie Hunnam, and shared some pretty fascinating insights. “You know, I’d hate to be shallow about it, but I just did the A-Rod 10-day challenge, which I saw on this show, and I got inspired by it,” Ben admitted. This wasn’t just a casual decision; it was a commitment to his health and well-being. Let’s hear what Ben had to say about it!

That time @BenAffleck called out @CarsonDaly for tapping out of the @JLo #10DayChallenge pic.twitter.com/QDCdbaBFVG
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— TODAY (@TODAYshow) March 4, 2019

Carson Daly’s Reaction: “Not Me, Good for You, Ben”

Ben didn’t shy away from poking fun at his fellow Today host, Carson Daly, who apparently struggled with the same challenge. “I saw Carson Daly bombed out after a day-and-a-half. I knew I could get past the doughnut tray for longer than a day,” Ben joked. The stage camera then panned over to Carson, who quipped, “Not me, good for you, Ben.” It was a lighthearted moment that highlighted the camaraderie between the two.

Ben’s Honest Take on the Challenge

But let’s not sugarcoat it—Ben wasn’t all jokes when it came to the challenge. He admitted that it wasn’t easy. “It’s not easy, I will admit, Carson, that it was a little bit tough,” he confessed. “But I did it, and I feel better. It’s awful for the first couple of days because I am definitely someone who likes bread and sugar.” While Ben did cheat a little by indulging in some caffeine, he managed to push through and complete the challenge. “It’s one of those things where it’s terrible, but then you get through it, and you’re like, ‘Oh, I feel pretty good,’” he said with a smile.

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Day 4 & feeling….. a lil better 🙂 Who’s with me? #10daychallenge #NoCarbsNoSugar
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Ben’s Take on the 10-Day Challenge: Did He Stick With It?

Though Ben didn’t specify exactly when he took on the challenge, he did give us a hint about his commitment. “Of course, by the end of the 10 days, I had three bagels,” Ben added with a laugh. It seems like he managed to find a balance between discipline and indulgence, proving that even the strictest diets can have room for a little fun.

J.Lo and A-Rod’s Influence on the Fitness World

J.Lo and A-Rod’s 10-day, no-carb, no-sugar challenge made waves in the fitness world when J.Lo revealed last month that she was doing the diet to prepare for a new movie role. “We’re in the middle of our 10-day challenge, and it’s getting lonely,” J.Lo said in an Instagram Story on January 23. She didn’t hesitate to challenge others, including Leah Remini, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, and Hoda Kotb. Hoda eagerly accepted, and a few days later, her cohost Savannah Guthrie joined the group.

J.Lo’s Victory: Completing the Challenge

After following her progress for 10 days, Jennifer Lopez proudly announced that she and Alex Rodriguez had completed the challenge. “Alright guys, so I just got back from the gym. It’s day ten, day ten! We did it, we’re here,” Jen wrote in an Instagram story for her nearly 90 million followers. “I mean, we still have the rest of the day, but I’m feeling pretty good like we can finish. Alex and I struggled through. Anyone who has stuck with us through the 10-day challenge, congratulations!” And let’s not forget to give a big round of applause to Ben Affleck for joining in and sticking with it!