If you’ve missed part of the “Game of Thrones” plot because you were distracted by Khaleesi’s arms, we can’t really blame you.

Emilia Clarke, who plays blond Daenerys Targaryen on the hit HBO show, has some serious commitment to the game. The seven seasons have seen Daenerys overthrow cities, crush rebellions and walk through fire — all requiring a fair bit of stamina and strength on Clarke’s part.

And while the dragon she flies is actually a mechanical bull in front of a green screen, long hours filming left her with “saddle sores” and even too dizzy to walk.

But when it comes to getting in unsullied shape, she takes a more moderate approach, following the Clean and Lean method, created by whimn.com.au’s very own fitness expert James Duigan (and followed by the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Rita Ora). In their words, lean is “a good mix of curvy, slim and healthy, not scarily honed or skinny.”

Duigan, who has trained Clarke throughout the years, ran us through exactly what you need to do to get clean and lean.

Pack like a pro

“When it comes to training and objectives, like all people, celebrities tend to be on very limited time schedules. So fitting in training around grueling travel timetables while achieving the results is very important. This means that we need to tailor the training to be super-efficient as well as achievable anywhere in the world. I always recommend to my clients to take a resistance band away — it’s the perfect travel partner and the best way to stay in shape whilst traveling.”

Ditch the diets

Get realistic

“The only thing that works is balance. The minute you begin to weigh your food, count your calories or beat yourself up for going out for dinner, it’s over. You are on a countdown to yet another unsuccessful ‘diet.’ Diets are also based on denial. If I tell you not to think of the Eiffel Tower, it will be the first thing that comes into your mind. This phenomenon can be summed up in one phrase: ‘What you resist, persists.’ So, rather than fighting against your cravings and making it a battle, simply let it go.”

“Being able to set goals and achieve them is one of the best feelings in any aspect of your life. To stay motivated and focused, you need to have clear yet realistic goals set in your mind of what you want to achieve. Try not to set unrealistic goals with tight deadlines, as it’ll only lead to stress and worry.”

The cool-down counts

“One of the biggest mistakes you can make is to not warm-down after a workout. A proper cool-down will help to reduce muscle soreness after a workout. This happens when lactic acid and toxins build up in the muscles. A cool-down will help to gradually push the lactic acid out of the muscles, whilst allowing the blood to circulate throughout your body and carry important nutrients and oxygen to your muscles and cells and assisting in the growth and repair of muscles.”

Just move it

“Movement is medicine, not just for the body but for the mind too. Interval training is more fun than running flat out on a treadmill, it’s time-efficient and induces EPOC (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption). It’s also simple, using your bodyweight to increase intensity. Yoga and Pilates classes are also an amazing way to build balance, strength and also allow help you to feel refreshed, mindful and re-energized.”

Mix bodyweight with weights

“Everyone’s body is different, so for some people, introducing light weights can help build strength and speed up results. The best way to exercise is to pick a way of exercising that you enjoy so that it remains a fun and sustainable part of your lifestyle. Using resistance bands can help develop a beautiful, long, lean body, without placing your muscles under extreme pressure.”

Be kind to yourself

“Take a moment to listen to what your mind and body need, allowing yourself to make positive changes across your mindset, nutrition, movement and sleep. The perfect body is one that you feel happy and healthy in.”

The ‘GoT’ Bodyism Bodyweight Interval Workout

Here’s how: Complete four continuous rounds of the five exercises below. Do 40 seconds of each exercise, then rest for 20 seconds until the four rounds are done. Aim to be finished in 20 to 25 minutes to ensure you’re getting your heart pumping!