Chris Hemsworth shows off his ripped physique in a wetsuit as he surfs with pals for 38th birthday

Chris Hemsworth rang in his 38th birthday in lockdown after Byron Bay became a potential Covid exposure site. 

But the birthday boy made sure to grab at least some outdoor time on the big day, with the Avengers: Endgame star going for a surf with mates on Wednesday.

Daily exercise like that enjoyed by Chris and his pals is permitted during the NSW coastal town’s week-long lockdown. 

Happy birthday to you: Chris Hemsworth rang in his 38th birthday in lockdown after Byron Bay became a potential Covid exposure site

Hemsworth made the most of his gym-honed physique in a skintight wetsuit.

The Australian actor, who has been in training to play the famously muscular Hulk Hogan in a forthcoming Netflix biopic, showed off his toned arms and shoulders in the flattering garment.

He wore a handsome scruff on his chin as he expertly cut through Australia’s east coast waves on his surfboard.

Fun in the sun: The birthday boy made sure to grab at least some outdoor time on the big day, with the Avengers: Endgame star going for a surf with mates on Wednesday

Following the rules: Daily exercise like that enjoyed by Chris and his pals is permitted during the NSW coastal town’s week-long lockdown

Making it work: Hemsworth made the most of his gym-honed physique in a skintight wetsuit.

Gun show! The Australian actor, who has been in training to play the famously muscular Hulk Hogan in a forthcoming Netflix biopic, showed off his toned arms and shoulders in the flattering garment

Hemsworth was joined by two of his best mates for the seaside outing: personal trainer Luke Zocchi and childhood bestie Aaron Grist.

Both men joined Chris in the water for the surf.

Later, the trio chatted on the beach amid the rather overcast conditions. 

Hanging ten: He wore a handsome scruff on his chin as he expertly cut through Australia’s east coast waves on his surfboard

Great outdoors: The actor no doubt had a small celebration at his mansion with his family, after Byron Bay was plunged into a snap Covid lockdown this week

Splash: Chris plunges his board through the surf at his local Broken Head beach

Chris rang in his 38th birthday on Tuesday. 

And to mark the occasion, his three children he shares with wife Elsa Pataky baked him a homemade cake.

Chris shared photos from their family celebration on Instagram on Thursday, while also thanking fans and friends for their well-wishes.  

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Birthday boy: Chris rang in his 38th birthday on Tuesday with his three children and wife Elsa Pataky

‘Thanks for all the birthday messages!’ Chris wrote in the caption.

‘Had an epic day with the family and succeeded in devouring 75 per cent of this awesome cake that my kids made before collapsing into a giant sugary heap of joy.’

He concluded: ‘Love you all! Cheers’. 

Fanboys: ‘Thanks for all the birthday messages!’ Chris wrote in the caption of the grateful post

BFFs: Hemsworth was joined by two of his best mates for the seaside outing: personal trainer Luke Zocchi (pictured, left) and childhood bestie Aaron Grist

Lunges: Chris stretches his legs before getting back out into the chilly water

Chris marveled at the surfing-themed cake, which featured blue icing, sprinkles and a mini-replica of Chris on a surfboard.

He also blew out the candles on his cake as his children sang Happy Birthday.

The actor no doubt had a small celebration at his mansion with his family, after Byron Bay was plunged into a snap Covid lockdown this week.

Talking it out: Chris and a friend chat as they stroll along the shoreline