Sylvester Stallone is currently promoting his autobiography, The Steps, in which he reflects on his career, physical transformation, and personal experiences. During an interview with the New York Times, the 80-year-old actor spoke about his relationship with his body during his most successful years, particularly after the success of the films Rocky and Rambo. Stallone described how he began to train his body to resemble that of a jaguar, a type of wild cat, aiming for a look that was both fierce and athletic. He noted that during the filming of Rocky III, he dropped his body fat to just 2.6%, a level so low that he could no longer hold food in his stomach, as he became fixated on maintaining that intense physical condition. Stallone also admitted to using anabolic steroids, explaining that achieving such a physique typically requires the use of products or medications. He said he used them in a controlled manner—six weeks of use followed by six weeks off—but acknowledged that the practice had serious consequences on his health. Stallone mentioned that he felt a sense of freedom when he played a weaker, partially deaf and overweight character in the film Cop Land, but admitted he had been harsh on his body throughout his career. Today, Stallone says he no longer sees his body as a source of strength or protection, and he expresses regret over the "masochistic" way he treated it. He stated that if he could go back, he would tell himself: "Let someone else carry the torch and don't do your own stunts." This reflection comes as he continues to promote his autobiography, offering a more personal and introspective look at his life and career.