Here’s a brand new interview with Taylor Lautner where he talks, post-casting-controversy, about what he’s done to prepare for the movie. He’s excited about working with Chris Weitz, who is “extremely talented”, and is eating heavily to buff up–but no Big Macs, only protein shakes.

Stud-puppy werewolf Taylor Lautner won’t be the only one howling when he comes back as the leader of the pack in the Twilight sequel, New Moon. Fanggirls everywhere will probably be squealing with supernatural glee, too, especially if they like their young dudes righteously ripped. Because 16-year-old Taylor tells E! that he is totally stoked, working out like mad and eating as much as possible trying to bulk up for the muscular role. Arrroooooh!!!!