Check out some of the singer’s ab exercises straight from her longtime trainer.
We all know Shakira’s butt doesn’t lie, but how does she stay in shape for dancing? , NASM Certified Personal Trainer and CEO of Anna Kaiser Studios, Anna Kaiser.
Kaiser, who has been training performers for more than a decade, keeps Shakira motivated “by bringing an incredibly positive energy,” she says. shapeShe also shares anatomical and physical “tricks” with the singer. Adds the trainer, who also works with Kelly Ripa.
Music is often part of Shakira’s workouts (“I always try to bring in fresh beats and make sure they’re fun, interesting, and unexpected,” Kaiser says), but sometimes she Switch off the music completely. “Sometimes she likes to take musical breaks in a quiet room while recording.”
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When it comes to her favorite type of workout, many fans won’t be surprised to learn that Shakira enjoys working out her core muscles more than anything else. “She loves core work, but she also knows she needs cardio,” Kaiser says. (PS: A perfectly balanced weekly workout her schedule looks like)
All that ab work has a “funny” effect on the “Waka Waka” singer, according to her longtime trainer. “I don’t know anyone else who got hungry while eating. [abs exercises].”
If you’re itching to see what Shakira’s core workout actually looks like, keep scrolling for six ab moves straight from her trainer.
shakira core workout
Usage: According to Kaiser, this workout challenges “every muscle in your core.” Take advantage. Perform all exercises on one side, then repeat the entire sequence on the other side. Draw your navel in toward your spine, avoid pushing your core out or hunching your lower back. This series he can do 3-4 times a week.
Things necessary: Pilates ball, mat, light weight set (1-5 lbs), medium weight set (8-10 lbs)
side nippers
A. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place a medium weight in each hand.
B. Extend your left hand below your knee, keeping your body facing forward and at a right angle, lift the right weight toward your right armpit. Keep your hips centered.
Repeat slowly 20 times.
Standing march with weighted crunches
A. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold a lightweight set in each hand.
B. Extend your arms overhead and press the weights together as you pull your arms down as you raise your left knee and rotate your torso to the left.
C. Pull your navel toward your spine and exhale each time you lower your elbows.
D. Return your left leg to the ground and bring your arms back overhead.
Repeat for 1 minute.
Lateral Teaser
A. Start sitting on the right side of your booty, pointing your toes and hips toward the corner of the mat and raising your right elbow.
B. Place the Pilates ball between your thighs, aligning your inner thighs with your legs.
C. Raise your left arm overhead and pull your left elbow down diagonally to the left as you bend your knee toward your chest.
D. Extend your left arm and extend your legs. Tighten your abdomen so that your elbows are drawn in.
Repeat 15 times slowly.
twisted crunch
A. Begin by sitting with your feet on the floor and place the Pilates ball behind your hips.
B. Place your hands behind your head and lean back at a 45 degree angle. Tuck your hips down to maintain a neutral spine.
C. Raise your torso slightly and rotate your left arm to the right so that it extends beside your body
D. Bring your left hand back behind your head and return to the starting position. Tighten your abdomen while rotating your sides. Repeat 4 times.
E. Lift your torso slightly. Extend your right arm out to the side and place your fingertips on the mat.
F. Bring your right hand back behind your head and return to the starting position. Repeat 4 times.
Repeat for 1 minute.
Seated C-Curve Overhead with Towel Extension
A. Sit on your mat with your heels on the floor and your knees bent.
B. Glue your inner thighs together, place a towel between your hands, and pull to activate all the arm muscles.
C. Lean your torso back as far as possible while maintaining a neutral spine position.
D. Keeping your torso in that position, bring your arms to your ears and lift the towel over your head. Then lower it to match your shoulders.
Repeat 15 times slowly.
Three count crunch with pilates ball
A. Lie down on your mat and place the Pilates ball just below your shoulder blades (near your bra line). Place your hands behind your head and extend your legs into a V-shape with your feet slightly externally rotated (toes pointing outward).
B. Exhale and exhale three times as you draw your chin closer to your chest in three parts. Get higher with each repetition, gradually lifting your shoulder blades off the mat.
C. Keep your elbows spread and focus on drawing your abs into the mat with each lift of your chin.
D. Lower your head toward the mat, open your ribs and start over.
Repeat 15 times.