Get inspired: Celebrity fitness routines for a healthier you in 2026
Jennifer Lopez continues to defy age through sheer discipline and a 'never miss a day' mentality.
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Fuelled by that familiar “New Year, New Me” energy, many people will be heading to their nearest gym this week, ready to tackle their 2026 fitness goals head-on.
Whether you’re dusting off your trainers for the first time in years or you’re a seasoned athlete keen to shake up your routine, taking inspiration from your favourite celebrity can offer that extra burst of motivation.
The celeb fitness landscape has shifted away from quick fixes and moved firmly toward sustainable, functional strength.
Here is a look at how they are staying fit, focused, and powerful.
Tracee Ellis Ross
53-year-old Tracee Ellis Ross remains the ultimate poster child for fitness longevity.
She has famously stuck with the Tracy Anderson Method for over a decade, which uses high repetition movements and very light weights to wake up the accessory muscles that traditional lifting often misses.
Ross often trains in a heated studio to keep her muscles pliable and her skin glowing.
What makes her routine so inspiring is her focus on the "jiggle" and the joy.
She frequently posts videos of herself having a blast during her sessions, reminding us all that if you do not enjoy your workout, you probably will not keep doing it.
Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa has become a true advocate for the "anywhere, anytime" workout philosophy, but her heart now lies in yoga and Pilates.
While she still uses quick 15-minute HIIT sessions to wake up her metabolism, she recently revealed that she never travels without her yoga mat.
For the singer, yoga is the anchor of her "Radical Optimism" tour life.
She has even mastered advanced transitions like moving from crow pose into a tripod headstand.
To keep her core stage-ready, she leans heavily into Pilates Reformer sessions which stabilise her spine and build the long, lean muscle needed for her demanding choreography.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez continues to defy age through sheer discipline and a "never miss a day" mentality.
The 56-year-old’s routine is incredibly well-rounded, mixing dance cardio with intense strength training.
J.Lo’s workouts are often split by body part, focusing heavily on lower-body power and core control.
She is also a big advocate for "active recovery," using yoga and deep stretching on her off days to keep her body from burning out.
Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham has undergone one of the most famous fitness pivots in recent years.
After decades of being a cardio enthusiast, she has fully embraced heavy weightlifting.
Her current routine involves early morning sessions on the Stairmaster followed by an hour of disciplined strength training with her husband, David, and their personal trainer.
She focuses on compound movements like deadlifts and cleans, noting that lifting heavy has given her more confidence and muscle tone than endless running ever did.
Her journey is perfect inspiration for anyone who might be afraid of the weight room but wants to see real, transformative results.
Victoria Bekham she has embraced heavy weightlifting.
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Hailey Bieber
Hailey Bieber’s approach to fitness is a blend of her ballet background and modern athletic training.
She is a major fan of hot Pilates, often favouring sessions in rooms heated to help with deep stretching and detoxification.
For Bieber, it is about creating a long, lean, and mobile physique that can handle anything.
She balances these low-impact sessions with occasional heavy weight training, focusing on functional movements like sled pushes and weighted squats.
No matter which path you choose this year, remember that the most successful routine is the one you actually show up for.
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