Who doesn’t love a good celebrity health secret?
It doesn’t matter if it’s a crazy cleanse or a tortuous bootcamp.
If it’s good enough for the celebs, it’s good enough for us.
Research shows that we are greatly influenced by the health practices of celebrities.
A recent study published inSystematic Reviewsexamined how the rich and famous encourage us to live healthier.
Get in the ring
Boxing has become a favorite among Hollywood’s leading men.
Hugh Jackman doesn’t mess around when it comes to exercise.
He has since taken on boxing.
“A boxing class is about as good a workout as you could have,” hetoldThe Huffington Post.
And Jackman isn’t the only one lacing up his gloves.
Denzel Washington also loves to get in the ring, performing10 rounds of boxingfive days per week.
I’m tired just imagining it!
Spend more time naked
Sometimes the secrets to health are much simpler than we think.
One way she stays mindful is by eating naked!
“Eating smart is all about having an awareness of your body.
The most obvious way to do that is by seeing it,” shetoldWomen’s Health.
“So when you’re trying to lose weight, spend more time wearing less.
I don’t think I could eat a plate of nachos naked.
Not ready to munch on your salad in the nude?
There are plenty of other ways Miller makes sure that she’s staying on track with her health regimen.
One way is by hitting the gym and working those abs everyday.
“The plank works your abs and everything else,” says Miller.
“Working your obliques pulls everything together and gives you a slim waist.”
He has found a new motivator to stay as fit as he can.
He needs to stay in shape for his new hobby: car racing.
I do a lot of running and training.
Finding your motivation beyond simply looking good can be your secret weapon when it comes to staying in shape.
And it’s not just racing that keeps Dempsey inspired and motivated.
“I have to keep myself together.
There’s a reward when I can pick up my daughter and not pull my back out.”
That kind of perfection does not happen by accident.
For flat abs, there’s no one better to ask than a former Victoria’s Secret model.
Miranda Kerr takes aspoonful of coconut oilevery day.
“Constipation happens and more than you’re willing to publicly admit!
“I recommend it blended in a cup of coffeea la Bulletproof-styleor in a green smoothie.
Hello, flat stomach!”
And the other way Kerr keeps her abs flat?
You heard the girl!
“Everybody has that year in their life when you age a decade …
But I’ll whip it,” hetoldABC News’Diane Sawyer.
“You know, I’m getting further and further along with it every day.”
To stay in tip top shape, Clooney turns to Bikram or hot yoga.
Bikram yoga practitioners practice a series of yoga poses in a heated room with an increased humidity.
“Guys embrace the challenge.
They’re not just sitting around ohming and chanting.
It’s a hard workout.”
Actor Daniel Craigandmusician Stingalso hit the yoga studio when it’s time for a serious workout.
Let it go
What is the most toxic thing to our health?
Sure, there’s cigarettes, alcohol, sugar.
I would argue that stress outweighs all of those vices.
Stress takes an enormous toll on our bodies and can lead tochronic disease and depression.
Entertainer George Burns knew a thing or two about health, as he lived to be 100 years old.
And if you didn’t ask me, I’d still have to say it.”
Take it from George, and start letting the little stuff go.
Sit in stillness
Staying healthy goes way beyond an intense workout.
We all need to eat right and take care of our brains as well.
Celebrities have been touting the benefits of meditation, and for good reason.
Richard Gere has long been a fan.
Why wouldn’t the same discipline apply to cultivating the most important qualities of our mind?”
Ready to try meditation?
Simply sit in stillness for a couple minutes.
Focus on your breathing and just allow your mind to be still.
“There ain’t no problem that some other dude didn’t have 1,000 years ago.”
Consider giving yourself the gift of some quiet reading time every night before bed.
Curling up with a good book will be much more relaxing than scrolling Facebook for the millionth time.
Celebs are incorporating water into all areas of their beauty routines.
Liv Tyler uses it on her hair during her morning shower.
“It makes your hair really shiny and beautiful.
And I always feel like it makes you a little bit skinnier.”
Hang on to your skinny jeans
Yes, celebrities are just like us.
Kim Cattrall credits hers with keeping her in shape.
“When I’m feeling heavy, or I’ve been overindulging, I’ll try on those jeans.
If they feel great, fantastic!
If the zipper’s not budging, pitch them.
Taylor Swift can get you in shape
Never underestimate the power of music.
Brooklyn Decker shared her top secret fitness secret withWomen’s Health.
Shaking it off with Taylor sounds a lot more enjoyable than burpies in your living room.
Turn on some of your favorite jams and have a dance party.
Get your whole family involved!
In this quote from herbiography, she lays out her life conviction to live how she wants.
The Queen Mother has a point.
If you want to order wine when everyone is having iced tea, go for the wine!
If you absolutely hate to run, then skip the run.
Life’s too short.
Make a date
One of my favorite celebrity health secrets comes from Kristen Bell.
“It’s so hard to schedule workouts, so I venture to do activities with friends.
“Something that’s social but also gives you a workout.”
Reese Witherspoon also makes exercise a group event, but adds one more element: babies!
But we have mastered it.”
Why are we so obsessed?
That study fromSystematic Reviewsexplains the downsides of celebrity health endorsements.
We tend to follow celeb health advice because it makes us feel cool.
If they’re recommending a specific one, it must be good!
We’re also more likely to buy into the health practices of celebrities who we identify with.
Though don’t get me wrong, I’d love to work out with George.
We also just subconsciously want to be like our favorite celebs.
So ensure you’re separating your admiration for the person from your own health.
