Celebrity Fitness Secrets: From Valerie Bertinelli’s Jumps to Mark Wahlberg’s 2:30 AM Workouts
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Many celebrities are known for their fit physiques, and while some love a brisk jog or a hot yoga class, others have more unusual ways of making sure they can stay in shape. Here’s a look at the diverse and sometimes surprising routines stars employ to maintain their wellness.
Valerie Bertinelli’s Morning Jumpstart
“One Day at a Time” alum Valerie Bertinelli jump-starts her morning with a coffee and a surprising burst of energy: hopping. Late last month, the 63-year-old shared her new routine on Instagram, revealing she jumps up and down 50 times each morning.
“The Google says when you jump 50x or for one minute in the morning, it can increase your blood flow, support bone density (super vital at my age), and stimulate your lymphatic system, which helps to flush toxins,” Bertinelli explained. “It’s a quick (and for me fun) way to transition the body from rest to activity, up your energy, and set in some positivity for the day.” She shared a video of her hopping around in her yard, adding, “I’ve been doing this for about a month and I love it.For years, I’ve been going outside first thing in the morning while my coffee is brewing to breathe in some fresh air and enjoy the birds chitter-chatter, so why not add in a few hops while soaking up the sunrise. So go ahead and jump!”
Rod Stewart’s underwater Strength Training
Rod Stewart isn’t slowing down, even at 80 years old. One of the ways the singer keeps fit is by pushing bricks at the bottom of the swimming pool. “We do a lot of underwater training, where the trainer throws a brick into the pool and I have to dive in, push the brick to the end of the pool and come up,” Stewart told AARP earlier this year.
He credits Frank Sinatra, who believed his gravelly voice stemmed from a sore throat caused by the underwater exercises.
Mark wahlberg’s Rigorous Routine
Mark Wahlberg’s dedication to fitness is legendary. The actor and entrepreneur consistently shares glimpses of his intense daily schedule, which ofen begins at 2:30 AM. He prioritizes sleep, stating, “I need eight hours of sleep,” he explained.He emphasizes the importance of discipline, stating, “I learned the hard way over the years, which is why I try to show what I do every day, just so I can show people that it is about the work, it is about the discipline, and this is the only way that I could be successful, both personally and professionally.” In a promotional video for CRYO Arctic, wahlberg highlighted the necessity of cryo recovery, especially after a back injury. Cryotherapy, according to the Mayo Clinic, exposes the body to extremely cold temperatures to reduce inflammation and soothe sore muscles.Wahlberg frequently shares videos of his ice bath routine on social media, calling it “cold life.” He told Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos in 2023 that cold plunging is “the best thing that’s happened to me. I feel like now I can’t start my day without it,” adding that it “takes care of so many things [like] inflammation.” He typically stays in for five to six minutes, maintaining his routine even while traveling.
Other Celebrity Fitness Favorites
Beyond these intense regimens, other stars have unique approaches to staying in shape. Candace Cameron Bure favors jumping rope when short on time, joking about the “whips” and celebrating her first 12 consecutive double-unders on Instagram. Matthew McConaughey incorporates random bursts of 20 pushups throughout the day,supplementing them with crunches,squats,and medicine ball exercises. Kate Upton showcases her strength with remarkable hip thrusts, lifting over 200 pounds, and resistance workouts in the pool. Kelly Osbourne credits hula-hooping with helping her lose 70 pounds in 2013, even incorporating it into fun, themed nights with friends. Miley Cyrus practices in heels, believing it aligns with her performance style and adds a unique challenge to her workouts.
These diverse approaches demonstrate that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to maintaining fitness, and celebrities often find creative and personalized ways to stay in shape.
