Dave Bautista, who has been cast as Kratos in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video series God of War, has shared updates about his physical training in preparation for the role. In a recent Instagram post, Bautista posted a video showing his progress in weight training, stating, "3rd week in to weight training again. 2 more months to get to where I need to be. Like ridin a bike! LFG!" The "LFG" stands for "Let's Get F***ing Started," a phrase often used to express enthusiasm or determination in fitness and training contexts. Bautista took over the role of Kratos after Ryan Hurst, the original actor cast for the part, left the project. Hurst exited the series in June after sustaining a bicep injury during a stunt on set. His departure led to the search for a new actor to portray the iconic character from the God of War video game franchise, known for his immense strength and vengeful nature. The God of War series, developed by Ronald D. Moore, is a live-action adaptation that follows Kratos and his son Atreus (played by Callum Vinson) as they travel across the world to spread the ashes of their deceased wife and mother, Faye. The show aims to bring the mythological and action-packed story of the video games to a television audience, focusing on the characters' emotional and physical journeys. As Bautista continues his training, fans are watching closely to see how he will embody Kratos, a character known for his physical prowess and deep emotional complexity. The series is expected to highlight both the physical demands of the role and the narrative depth of Kratos and Atreus' relationship, offering a new interpretation of the beloved video game universe.