Celebrity workouts can be a very obvious solution for a good workout session than you might have thought. Now, what makes you ask why? Well, it is simple. The rich and famous have access to the best resources. By resources, we mean the financial freedom to hire some of the best personal fitness coaches and workout plans.
It is no surprise that many of these public figures have some of the strongest physiques. They have access to the best fitness coaches who can provide them with the best workout routine, correct their posture during exercise, and even boost their motivation when they don’t seem to have it. Talk about accountability.
While we can’t provide you with the personal trainer service, we can at least give you some of the most popular celebrity workouts you can try yourself. Working with a trainer is always a great idea.
However, since not all of us can afford it with the rising cost of living, we suggest you try one of these celebrity workouts. They’re a good start.
Before we proceed, let us just say that you don’t have to replicate what they’re doing. Every body type is different. The type of workout they enjoy doing might not be the same with you.
So go ahead and try one of the workouts of Kate Middleton, Kourtney Kardashian, Jessica Alba, Ellie Goulding, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, and many others.
Victoria Beckham’s Olympic Weightlifting Routine
Fun fact: The former Spice Girl turned fashion icon Victoria Beckham has moved from cardio-based exercises to Olympic weightlifting exercises. Although she enjoys hiking in her free time, weightlifting is her primary exercise routine during the weekdays.
Apparently, Victoria Beckham realized that her previous exercises were not effective because they had plateaued. Despite spending over 90 minutes per day in the gym, her exercises were only maintaining her fitness level but not improving it.
She wanted something more challenging but effective in her exercise routine. As a result of this new exercise routine, Victoria can now spend less time in the gym while achieving better results.
How you can do this exercise at home: The exercise requires 35-90 minutes of time.
The workout: Olympic weightlifting is an organized type of exercise that incorporates exercises like the snatch and the clean lift. Therefore, before you can attempt this exercise at home, you need to be instructed in the gym by an instructor.
Health Editor review: “I’m a fan of Olympic weightlifting and really enjoyed trying this exercise routine. I found Olympic weightlifting to be an efficient way to get a full-body workout in under an hour while also building lean muscle mass if you stick to the routine and make progressive gains over time. Also, you get to learn something new while getting fit.”
Bottom line: Designed by a certified professional | Technical skill required | Medium-length sessions | May require coaching investment | Moderately accessible | Best done in a gym or studio
Adele’s Strength-Focused Pilates
Adele’s fitness regimen has been a topic of discussion since it was revealed that it played a crucial part in her dramatic weight loss. While there have been speculations regarding the singer’s fitness plan, which included the highly discussed Sirtfood Diet, Adele’s former personal trainer has clarified that it was a balanced approach to fitness and health that enabled the singer to get in top condition.
“Getting skinny was never the goal. It was all about health and being a good mother.” This was shared by Adele’s former personal trainer in an interview with Access Hollywood.
Adele’s Pilates obsession has been made more public through Pilates instructor Camila Goodis. Goodis was reportedly introduced to Adele through Robbie Williams and his wife Ayda Field.
Try it at Home: All you need is a hand towel, 20 minutes, and a smooth floor to glide your feet.
The Exercise: This Pilates exercise needs to be done several times over. The duration should be increased as you build more strength.
- Two room-length hand walks
- Fourteen quad slides
- Ten plank slides
- One floor-length scoot
As many rounds as you feel comfortable
Bottom line: Created by a qualified professional | Easy to follow | Adjustable duration | Inexpensive | Suitable for all fitness levels | Home or gym workout
Ellie Goulding’s Weighted Circuit
Ellie Goulding has always been a proponent of regular gym routines, often speaking on the benefits of regular exercise for her well-being, both physical and mental.
She once revealed, “Exercise makes me feel good about myself: it keeps me sane.”
She has had her share of gym instructors over the years. During lockdown, she revealed to Vogue Magazine that she had been working with celebrity personal trainer Dan Roberts, doing virtual training from home and continuing with her regular strength training routine.
Try it at Home:
This workout will require a session of about an hour or so, with access to moderately heavy weights, not so light but not so heavy as to require extreme strength.
- 8 to 10 weighted squats
- 8 to 10 bodyweight push-ups
- 8 to 10 weighted deadlifts
- 8 to 10 weighted lunges
- 8 to 10 inverted crunches
End off with a quick kickboxing session to add a cardio session to your workout.
For those new to strength training, especially those runners out there, compound exercises like these are recommended for strength training for runners.
Bottom Line:
Designed by a qualified professional, Requires proper form, Moderate session length, Some equipment investment, Can be done from home or in a gym
J.Lo’s Full-Body Weighted Intervals
Jennifer Lopez has always been a fitness enthusiast. This was clearly evident in her pole-dancing scene in the movie Hustlers.
Apparently, J.Lo works out with a personal trainer named David Kirsch. She has been known to include interval training in her fitness plan. In addition to this, People magazine states that J.Lo has been a client of Tracy Anderson. She has been working out four to five times a week. The duration of the workout has ranged from 30 minutes to an hour.
“She’s highly trained in picking up choreography, and she’s incredibly coordinated, so she can pick up things very quickly. She likes to be challenged, but she’s very aware of her body. Sometimes she’ll instantly know a move isn’t right for her, and we’ll adjust.”
Try it at Home:
You will need a minute or so to complete the workout. This needs to be done at least three to four times.
- 8-10 reps bicep curls
- 8-10 reps lunges
- 8-10 reps push-ups
- 8-10 reps kettlebell swings
- 8-10 reps seated hip thrusts
- A few short sprints at the end
What does our health editor have to say?
“J.Lo’s workout looks similar to Ellie Goulding’s. This is a full-body workout based on strength exercises. The exercises are compound exercises. They are practical and efficient. From the list provided, kettlebell swings and hip thrusts are two exercises that are efficient in building strength. They are powerful exercises. You can gradually add more weight to them over time.”
Bottom line:
Designed by a qualified fitness professional, Clear structure, Moderate length, Some equipment needed, Home or gym workout
Beyonce’s HIIT and Weights Hybrid
Beyonce is reportedly a fan of circuit training, using a combination of weight training and HIIT. Resistance training is known to be beneficial for building strength and aiding in muscle development, making it a suitable choice for building overall fitness and performance capacity.
She reportedly works out with a nutritionist and performance trainer, Marco Borges, according to reports from Insider. She maintains a high level of fitness in preparation for the physical demands of her global tours.
Try it at Home: Like J Lo, Beyonce reportedly makes time for her workout routine despite her busy schedule, training for as long as time allows. Try this circuit training for three to four rounds, depending on your ability, with adequate rest in between like in a standard training session.
The Workout Routine: Her weekly training session reportedly includes a range of activities such as the following, according to a 2015 report from Glamour Magazine:
- 8 to 10 explosive push ups
- 8 to 10 rounds of 30-second sprints at around an eight out of ten-effort level
- 8 to 10 kettlebell squat and presses
- 8 to 10 single leg step ups
- 8 to 10 ab crunches
Make sure you allow time at the end of your workout for stretching. As a celebrity vegan, Beyonce also adds a post-workout routine of a plant-based protein shake at the end of her workout session.
Health editor’s verdict: “To be honest, I used to love HIIT workouts but they’ve taken their toll on my energy levels – and my knees – over the years. So, I avoid these and go for something a bit easier. This workout is great if you’re short on time and want maximum fat burn. Want to build muscle instead? Then try one of the strength training workouts above!”
The bottom line: Designed by a qualified fitness professional | Easy to follow | Adaptable workout duration | Low-cost | Suitable for most | Can be done at home or in the gym.
Margot Robbie’s Pilates
Maybe you don’t really enjoy weight training or fast-paced circuit training? Well, there is another form of training that you can try, and this is based on Pilates.
This form of training is based on slow and gradual movements, and you can really benefit from this form of training even though you might not really feel like you are getting a good workout because you aren’t getting breathless.
Margot Robbie is known for being someone who finds balance in her training and her life in general. In an interview with The Telegraph, Robbie said: “I walk the line between having as much fun as possible and continuing to take care of myself. Eating well and exercise need to be prevalent in my life so that I can feel my best, but I don’t want to dwell on it too much.”
Try it at home: Her go-to form is Reformer Pilates, which calls for access to a Pilates studio.
The workout: If you cannot make it to a Pilates class in a studio, mat Pilates is a good substitute. Trainer Lottie Murphy has posted videos online. You can try Pilates at home through the FIIT app.
Health Editor’s review: “Reformer Pilates was completely new to me when I first tried it out, but I loved how quickly – and subtly – you could build core and glute strength. My arms looked amazing and I totally fell in love with the slow-but-steady burn the class offers. Definitely recommend it!”
Jessica Alba’s Quick HIIT Routine
Jessica Alba reportedly began training with fitness coach Aaron Hines during the lockdown period. However, the actress later posted her favorite fitness routine on her YouTube channel for her fans to get a glimpse of the kind of training she engaged in.
Try This Routine at Home
This fitness routine takes about ten minutes to complete and is therefore suitable for incorporation into a busy schedule or even as part of a lunchtime workout. The routine can be undertaken by following Jessica Alba’s workout video or independently in the structure provided below.
The Workout Routine
This workout consists of powerful lower-body movements such as lunge jumps and mountain climbers, as well as other strength-building exercises. The workout is short but fast-paced and therefore quite intense.
What Health Editor Thinks of This Workout
As mentioned in the previous response, this is not my preferred form of exercise, but I must admit this workout is good for getting a good sweat on in a short space of time. I also like this workout because it is easy to follow and can be undertaken in tandem with Jessica Alba’s workout video.
Bottom Line
Developed by a qualified fitness professional – Yes | Simple to follow – Yes | Short duration – Yes | Free or Low cost – Yes | Suitable for most – Yes
