Embracing Independence: Michelle Rodriguez Gets in the Zone at the Gym Post-Summer Breakup with Zac Efron

Written by Jason Chester for MailOnline, the article was first published at 04:13 EST on August 21, 2014, and later updated at 04:22 EST on the same day.

Focused: Michelle Rodriguez makes an appearance in New York City on Wednesday sporting black gym gear

Centered: Michelle Rodriguez was seen in New York City on Wednesday wearing all-black workout clothes. According to a source, she values her independence, which Zac Efron understood when they started dating. Although he is smitten with her, it seems like Michelle may not be as invested in the relationship as he is.

Lean and mean: The 36-year-old actress was making an appearance in the city shortly after it emerged that her brief romance with Zac Efron had ended

Slim and efficient: The 36-year-old female star was seen in the urban area not long after news broke that her short-lived relationship with Zac Efron had come to an end.

Going solo: Michelle, best known for her roles in TV show Lost and The Fast And The Furious film franchise - was all alone as she pounded the pavement on Wednesday

Going solo: Michelle, best known for her roles in TV show Lost and The Fast And The Furious film franchise - was all alone as she pounded the pavement on Wednesday

Flying solo: Michelle, famous for her work on the television series Lost and the popular Fast And The Furious movies, was seen venturing out alone on Wednesday. Despite the split, it seems Zac is still holding out for a chance to get back together. According to another insider, he still has strong feelings for her. Michelle, who appeared unfazed by the breakup, spent her evening out in town engrossed in her phone, exploring her surroundings solo.

Are you looking, ex-boyfriend? Michelle Rodriguez strolled around New York City on Wednesday with a midriff top revealing her washboard abs as she was seen out for the first time since breaking up with Zac Efron

Hey there, are you searching for your ex, ex-boyfriend? Michelle Rodriguez was spotted taking a leisurely walk around New York City while flaunting her toned abs in a midriff top. This was her first public appearance since her breakup with Zac Efron.
Michelle opted for a fresh and vibrant look, pairing white Chanel track pants with a grey cropped sweater that showed off her midsection. She kept her accessories simple, with just a red box and a black purse in hand while keeping her phone pressed to her ear as she walked through the Big Apple.

Perfection: The 36-year-old Fast And The Furious star chatted on her mobile phone with her tanned stomach out on show

Flawless: The 36-year-old actress from Fast and the Furious was casually talking on her cell phone while flaunting her bronzed stomach.

On the market: The star is said to broken up with Efron because she was 'just not that into him'

In the news: Rumor has it that the star ended things with Efron because she simply wasn’t feeling the spark anymore.

Back to normality? Michelle and Zac reportedly had a summer fling but things have fizzled now

Is everything back to normal now? It’s been said that Michelle and Zac had a summer romance, but it seems like things have cooled off since then.

Back on set: Zac Efron filming his new movie We Are Your Friends in Los Angeles, while Michelle was over in New York

Zac Efron is back in action on the set, shooting his latest film “We Are Your Friends” in Los Angeles, while Michelle is busy in New York City.

Me and my co-star: Zac and Emily Ratajkowski on the sets of their new movie We Are Your Friends

My co-star and I, Zac Efron and Emily Ratajkowski, are currently busy on the set of our new movie, We Are Your Friends. Zac was recently seen in Los Angeles filming scenes for the film, which revolves around a young DJ’s journey to fame. Alongside the stunning model Emily Ratajkowski, Zac spent his time filming while his co-star Michelle enjoyed a day out in New York. During their summer together, the couple enjoyed romantic moments on luxurious yachts and in nightclubs across Spain and Italy.

Summer lovin': Michelle and Zac were pictured here in Spain on a yacht together in early August

Summer romance: Michelle and Zac were spotted vacationing together on a luxury yacht in Spain during the first week of August.

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