For his role in Fisher Stevens' new Apple TV+ film Palmer, which he began filming in late 2019, the 38-year-old pop star and actor set a goal to gain 15 pounds of muscle. His personal trainer, Ben Bruno, posted an Instagram video of Timberlake strength training with a landline press, calling him a "beast." "Throwback to last year when @justintimberlake was training to get in shape for his role in Palmer, which comes out tomorrow," Bruno wrote. "He set a goal to gain 15 pounds for the role and trained very hard. Justin trains constantly year-round, but once he sets a goal, he goes after it with an intense focus and effort and does whatever it takes." Timberlake posted the same video on his Instagram page, writing, "My guy @benbrunotraining, thank you pushing me to get ready for #PALMER... and for always helping to achieve my goals for roles, tour and LIFE!!!"