Blake Lively, the dazzling star of *It Ends With Us*, has captivated audiences not just with her acting prowess but also with her enviable fitness. As she navigates her late 30s, the actress continues to steal the spotlight with her toned physique and radiant glow. A mother of four, Blake manages to balance her demanding career and family life while maintaining a fitness routine that leaves many in awe. If you’re curious about how she stays in such remarkable shape, let’s delve into the workout and diet secrets that help Blake Lively achieve her fitness goals.

A Peek into Blake Lively’s Fitness Philosophy

Blake Lively’s fitness journey is a testament to her dedication and hard work. While she might possess great genetics, her stunning figure is the result of consistent effort and a well-rounded fitness regimen. Her long-time trainer, Don Saladino, has been by her side for over a decade, helping her sculpt and maintain her figure through tailored workouts and balanced nutrition. Saladino, who has also trained Hollywood A-listers like Emily Blunt and Ryan Reynolds, has crafted a workout plan that caters to Blake’s unique needs, ensuring she stays fit and fabulous.

The Core of Blake Lively’s Workout Routine

Blake Lively’s workout routine is rooted in strength training, which forms the foundation of her fitness regimen. According to Saladino, Blake’s workouts are designed to build lean muscle and burn fat, while also enhancing her overall strength and endurance. Her routine is spread over six weeks, with workouts scheduled five days a week, each day focusing on different aspects of fitness:

Day 1: Linear Movements

Focus on exercises that involve straightforward, linear motions, such as squats and lunges, which target major muscle groups.

Day 2: Lateral Movements

Exercises that emphasize side-to-side movements, like lateral lunges, to enhance agility and stability.

Day 3: Accessory Work, Abs, and Cardio

A combination of core-strengthening exercises, accessory movements for smaller muscle groups, and cardio to boost endurance.

Day 4: Linear Movements

Repetition of linear exercises to reinforce strength and build muscle.

Day 5: Lateral Movements

Another day dedicated to lateral exercises, ensuring a balanced approach to fitness.

Blake’s workouts are dynamic and adaptable, with adjustments made based on her energy levels and specific role requirements. Whether she’s prepping for a physically demanding role or simply maintaining her figure, Blake’s routine is designed to meet her evolving needs.

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Strength Training: The Key to Blake’s Fitness

Strength training is at the heart of Blake Lively’s workout routine. Saladino emphasizes the importance of core, glute, and arm strength in Blake’s regimen. Each session typically begins with a warm-up to activate the muscles, followed by intense weight-carrying exercises such as farmer’s carries, kettlebell deadlifts, and split squats. These exercises not only tone her muscles but also enhance her overall strength, crucial for her busy lifestyle as a mother and actress.

Blake’s dedication to her workouts is evident in her willingness to push herself beyond the prescribed limits. On days when she’s feeling particularly energized, she increases her reps, taking her workouts to the next level. This commitment to constantly challenging herself is a significant factor in her fitness success.

Ending on a High Note with Cardio

Blake Lively’s workout sessions often conclude with a burst of cardio, focusing on low-to-moderate intensity activities like power walking. Whether she’s reviewing scripts or taking calls, Blake incorporates these cardio sessions into her routine, ensuring she stays active without overexerting herself. The goal is to finish each workout feeling strong and energized, ready to tackle the next day with vigour.

Blake Lively’s Diet: Nourishment for the Body and Soul

Blake Lively’s approach to diet is refreshingly balanced and sustainable. Rather than adhering to extreme diets or cutting out entire food groups, Blake focuses on eating well-rounded, nutritious meals that fuel her body and support her active lifestyle.

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Alcohol-Free Living

Despite her husband Ryan Reynolds’ former co-ownership of Aviation Gin, Blake abstains from alcohol. She enjoys being part of social gatherings but prefers not to drink, focusing instead on staying clear-headed and healthy.

Balanced Meals

Blake’s diet, as crafted by Saladino, includes a mix of protein, vegetables, and slow-burning carbohydrates. These meals provide the necessary nutrients to support her rigorous workout routine, ensuring she has the energy to keep up with her busy schedule.

Home-Cooked Goodness

Blake takes pride in cooking her meals, often preparing healthy, homemade dishes that are both delicious and nutritious. This hands-on approach to her diet allows her to maintain control over what she eats and ensures she’s nourishing her body with wholesome foods.

Carbohydrates and Healthy Fats

Contrary to popular belief, carbohydrates are an essential part of Blake’s diet. She opts for slow-burning carbs like sweet potatoes and fruits, which provide sustained energy. Additionally, healthy fats from sources like olive oil, avocado, and nuts are a staple in her diet, helping to keep her blood sugar levels stable.

Indulging in Comfort Foods

While Blake maintains a clean diet most of the time, she doesn’t shy away from enjoying her favourite comfort foods. From baking cupcakes to savouring macarons, Blake believes in the importance of balance and indulges in treats without guilt.

Bottomline: Blake Lively’s Fitness Success

Blake Lively’s fitness journey is a blend of discipline, dedication, and balance. Her workout routine, designed to build strength and endurance, is complemented by a diet that nourishes her body without deprivation. By prioritizing her health and well-being, Blake Lively has crafted a fitness regimen that not only keeps her in top shape but also allows her to thrive in her personal and professional life. Whether you’re a fan of her work or simply inspired by her fitness journey, there’s plenty to learn from Blake’s approach to health and wellness.

If you want a more personalized experience, the Forme Studio may be the way to go. Forme offers two different types of mirrors: Forme Studio and Forme Lift. The Studio is the original mirror that offers on-demand classes and custom workouts as well as live 1:1 personal training. The Forme Lift is the upgraded version of the Forme Studio and offers the same classes and personal training but has motorized resistance cables (with up to 150 pounds of resistance) meant to elevate your strength training experience. The Forme Studio will run you $2,495, whereas the Forme Lift costs a hefty $6,495.

I was able to test both but thought that the average person would find the Forme Studio more suitable for their homes. If you buy the Forme Studio, you have the option to lean it against or mount it to the wall for extra security. You will also need to make sure you have 6 by 6 feet of space, with a minimum of 7 feet from floor to ceiling to accommodate the unit. Your wall must have a 12-, 16- or 18-inch metal or wood stud spacing, poured concrete, or concrete masonry units. 

There’s no denying the Forme Studio is a touchscreen, but also has an app (currently only available on iOS). I found the imagery on the Forme Studio to be the best of all the smart mirrors because it’s filmed in 4K resolution, which is similar to some nicer televisions on the market. The instructor also looks life-size on the screen, which feel like they are in the room with you. This device has two front-facing cameras which comes in handy if you sign up for personal training sessions (more on this later). Forme includes camera covers for added privacy. 

You will need Wi-Fi to use the Forme Studio. You have the option to connect your headphones, Forme Heart Rate Monitor (included in your accessories box), other compatible heart rate monitors or an Apple Smartwatch via Bluetooth. One downside is that you’ll only be able to access the built-in music on the device.  

The Forme membership will cost you $49 for the first month, then $149 per month afterward, which is a steep price to pay when the unit itself isn’t cheap. You’ll need the membership to access over 700 on-demand classes and a fitness concierge, which has you fill out a survey that asks about your goals, fitness level and lifestyle and then curates a workout plan with recommended videos on demand from Forme’s library released on a weekly basis. You can create up to six profiles with your membership. The video library gives you the option to pick from beginner, intermediate or advanced classes from workouts like barre (you can also purchase the barre attachment separately for $395), strength training, boxing, yoga, pilates, Barry’s X, dance and meditation. You can also join a program if you want to tackle a specific challenge for the month. Keep in mind some of these classes will require you to have additional equipment like dumbbells on hand. You can filter by the length of the class, type of workout, level, instructor and equipment needed. 

I tested out a few classes and for the most part, the experience was similar to other smart mirrors. You can adjust your audio based on whether you want to hear more of the music or the instructor, which I like since it can help you focus. During class, the mirror is not as impressive as I expected since it’s only able to count your reps. Unlike the Lululemon Studio Mirror, there isn’t a sense of camaraderie with other members if you’re looking for that group fitness feel. I would’ve thought that the Forme Studio would be able to offer form corrections or cue suggestions like the Fiture Mini, but it doesn’t.  What makes the Forme Studio stand out is the 1:1 Live Personal Training (something you can set up through the fitness concierge). 

The experience is similar to doing a personal training session in person, and this is where the two front cameras are most useful. During a programmed session with your trainer, you’ll be able to view them from your screen and vice versa. The trainer has the ability to provide feedback since the cameras track your movements and your whole frame (even if you’re on the taller side). If you own the Forme Lift, the trainer can adjust the resistance on the machine remotely if they want to challenge you. Even if you’re traveling, you can access your personal training sessions via a tablet. Your trainer will still be able to view you since camera tracking works similarly on tablets. 

Specs

Dimensions: 6 by 6 foot space with a minimum of 7 feet from floor to ceiling

Weight: 102 pounds (screen only), 125 pounds (screen with package)

A quirky new sofa-based fitness routine has been created – to inspire those who followed the action-packed ‘Summer of Sport’ on TV to do more exercise.

The new S.O.F.A (Sit On Fitness Apparatus) workout routine is a set of simple movements people can do using their sofa.

Fronted by comedian Bill Bailey, it’s designed for those who want to emulate the elite athletes they’ve been used to watching on television – from the comfort of their own front rooms.

It comes after research, of 2,000 adults, found a quarter of the nation still struggle to fit movement into their day-to-day routine and aren’t sure how to start being more physically active. A figure which increases to 38% among those with long term health conditions.

But almost a third (27%) have been ‘inspired’ by ‘Summer of Sport’ to be more active, with a further 19% inspired to take up football, and 13% wanting to give swimming a try. And 31% said watching sports on TV or another device like a smartphone or tablet motivates them to be more active.

Comedian and actor Bill Bailey added: “I’m excited to be partnering with ‘We Are Undefeatable’ for the second year, to continue to encourage people to be more active in whatever ways they can – big or small.

“This S.O.F.A workout is an absolute game-changer. It shows fitness doesn’t have to be just for the athletes that we’re all watching on our screens, you can start right in your own living room, on your sofa – it’s all about making fitness fun and open for everyone.”

The study found having more free time (38%), not feeling self-conscious (30%) and having accessible exercise options (20%) would help those polled integrate physical activity more into their routine.

Nearly eight in 10 (78%) have never used their sofa as a piece of equipment to do physical activity. Currently watching TV (84%), reading (60%) and browsing on their phone (53%) are among the most common sofa-based activities.

However, 52% of those with long term health conditions would be ‘interested’ in doing physical activity from their sofa.

The OnePoll found 38% are unsatisfied with their current level of movement of their bodies. While 66% of everyone polled would be interested in building physical activity into their existing routines and while at home.

Duleep Allirajah, chief executive of Richmond Group of Charities and spokesperson for ‘We Are Undefeatable’, said: “It has been a fantastic summer of sport with more to come and many people across the country may be inspired to get active.

“However, for those of us living with long-term health conditions the idea of taking up new activities can be intimidating or unmanageable.”

“That’s why we wanted to show that moving more can be accessible and part of your everyday routine – starting right from the comfort of your sofa.

“Through this campaign we aim to show what it means to be physically active with a long-term health condition and the benefits it can bring to our physical and mental health. We’re delighted to work with Bill Bailey again to do this.”