Jennifer Lopez has been working out regularly\u2014and intensely\u2014for decades, and her starring role in Office Romance is the latest proof of her dedication.<\/p>\n
However, from what she has shared publicly, the 56-year-old appears to have stuck to the rigorous, consistent routine she\u2019s known for, rather than dramatically changing her approach.<\/p>\n
\u201dYou know that you’re gonna be on screen. You gotta be prepared… in the gym and eating right,\u201d she told Extra<\/a>. \u201cIt’s about eating healthy and eating the right things<\/a> and working out and being consistent. I say these things all the time.\u201d<\/p>\n Of course, maintaining that level of discipline requires some effort.<\/p>\n \u201cVery rarely will I skip my workout,\u201d Lopez told Us Weekly<\/a> in 2019. \u201c[But] sometimes, I work too late the night before and I’m like, \u2018Ugh, I can’t do this.\u2019 But I tell myself, \u2018Just do it. It’s only an hour.\u2019 It’s just talking yourself off the ledge of being a lazy bum.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n Jennifer Lopez’s Weekly Workout Routine<\/p>\n PT Dodd Romero<\/a> revealed to Us Weekly<\/a> in 2024 that Lopez trained three days a week, and that a typical resistance-training session included three sets of weighted sumo-style pli\u00e9 squats<\/a>, hanging ab raises and rope crunches<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cJennifer’s in better shape now than she’s ever been,\u201d Romero said. \u201cShe’s tough [and] really doesn’t ever complain about anything.\u201d<\/p>\n The \u201cLove Don’t Cost a Thing\u201d singer also uses the Tracy Anderson Method \u2013 a mix of dance cardio, mat work and strength exercises using resistance bands and light weights \u2013 to help her stay fit, typically wearing 1.5lb ankle weights<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cWe do a 10-move leg program focusing on the glutes and the cinching of the waist,\u201d Anderson told Us. \u201cMoving is part of Jennifer\u2019s core values.\u201d<\/p>\n Earlier this year, Lopez revealed that she had been focusing more on strength training<\/a> in particular.<\/p>\n \u201cI lift heavy<\/a>. I do a lot of weights now because… you need to start doing that in your 30s,\u201d she shared on CBS Mornings<\/a>. \u201cAs we get older, we lose muscle. We need to build the muscle<\/a> to maintain a youthful appearance.\u201d<\/p>\n 7 Strength and Mobility Exercises Jennifer Lopez Swears By<\/p>\n Jennifer shared a sample workout that incorporated a mix of dumbbell<\/a>, yoga<\/a> and mobility exercises<\/a>.<\/p>\n 1. Revolved High Lunge<\/p>\n Start in a high lunge, stepping your left foot back so your leg is straight and bending your right knee so it sits directly above your ankle.<\/p>\n Rotate your torso towards your right thigh.<\/p>\n Place your left hand on the floor on the inside of your right foot. For more of a challenge, place it on the outside.<\/p>\n Extend your right arm straight up towards the ceiling, opening your chest as you twist.<\/p>\n To release, bring your right hand back down and place both hands on either side of your front foot.<\/p>\n Repeat on the opposite side.<\/p>\n 2. Lateral Raise<\/p>\n Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand by your sides.<\/p>\n Keep your shoulders relaxed and maintain a slight bend in your knees.<\/p>\n Raise the dumbbells out to the sides until they reach shoulder height, keeping a soft bend in your elbows.<\/p>\n Keep your spine neutral, core engaged, and shoulders away from your ears throughout the movement.<\/p>\n Slowly lower the weights back to the starting position with control.<\/p>\n 3. Thruster<\/p>\n Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a pair of dumbbells at shoulder height.<\/p>\n Brace your core and lower into a squat, aiming to descend until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor.<\/p>\n Drive through your heels to stand back up, using the momentum from your legs to press the dumbbells overhead.<\/p>\n Fully extend your arms at the top of the movement.<\/p>\n Lower the weights back to shoulder height with control before moving into the next rep.<\/p>\n 4. Split Squat<\/p>\n Start in a half-kneeling position with a pair of dumbbells on the floor on either side of you. Both knees should form roughly 90-degree angles.<\/p>\n Lean your torso slightly forwards and keep your gaze ahead to maintain a neutral neck position.<\/p>\n Your feet should be on \u2018train tracks\u2019 rather than a tightrope, with the midfoot and toes of your back foot in contact with the floor.<\/p>\n Pick up the dumbbells and brace your core, glutes, and upper back.<\/p>\n Drive through your front foot and squeeze your glutes to rise up into the split squat.<\/p>\n Lower back down with control, stopping just above the floor rather than dropping your knee.<\/p>\n Pause briefly before driving back up into the next rep.<\/p>\n 5. Triceps Kickback<\/p>\n Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.<\/p>\n Hinge slightly at the hips, brace your core and squeeze your glutes. Keep your gaze on the floor a few feet in front of you to maintain a neutral neck position.<\/p>\n Row the dumbbells up until your upper arms are roughly in line with your back, with your elbows bent about 90 degrees. Keep your arms close to your body.<\/p>\n Extend your elbows to straighten your arms and drive the dumbbells behind you, moving only from the elbow joint.<\/p>\n At the top of the movement, pause briefly and squeeze your triceps.<\/p>\n Bend your elbows to return to the starting position, keeping your upper arms lifted throughout.<\/p>\n 6. Biceps Curl<\/p>\n Stand tall holding a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing forwards.<\/p>\n Maintain a slight bend in your knees and brace your core and glutes.<\/p>\n Keeping your elbows close to your sides, curl the weights up towards shoulder height in a slow, controlled movement.<\/p>\n Pause briefly at the top.<\/p>\n Lower the dumbbells back down with control until your arms are fully extended.<\/p>\n 7. Shoulder Stand to Forward Fold with Leg Lower<\/p>\n Lie on your back with your legs extended.<\/p>\n Lift your legs and hips towards the ceiling, rolling onto your shoulders. Support your lower back with your hands if needed.<\/p>\n Aim to stack your hips over your shoulders and your feet over your hips.<\/p>\n Slowly lower your hips and spine back to the mat.<\/p>\n Using momentum if necessary, roll up to a seated position and fold forwards, reaching towards your toes.<\/p>\n Roll back onto your shoulders and return to the shoulder stand position.<\/p>\n With control, lower your spine back to the mat and slowly lower your legs towards the floor.<\/p>\n Stop when your legs are hovering just above the mat, or at the point where you can still keep your lower back pressed into the floor.<\/p>\n You Might Also Like<\/p>\n