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Myleene Klass<\/a> has spent most of her adult life in the public eye, which means her body has been discussed more than most. But what she has been consistently clear about is that her relationship with exercise has little to do with chasing a particular look. Instead, it’s about routine and finding ways to move that fit around real life.<\/p>\n

Back in 2019, she told us<\/a> that years of skipping meals and relying on convenience food left her feeling drained rather than healthy: ‘I used to do that whole thing of “I\u2019m not going to go near chocolate” and all that happens is that three days later it\u2019s all I\u2019m craving.’<\/p>\n

So over time, she shifted towards regular meals built around carbohydrates<\/a> and protein<\/a>, alongside consistent training. The result, she said, was not about restriction, but sustainability.
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That same thinking underpins the workout approach she has followed for years.<\/p>\n

Myleene Klass\u2019 12-week fitness programme<\/p>\n

In 2018, Myleene released MyBody by Myleene<\/a>, a 12-week home workout<\/a> programme created with fitness professionals and aimed at women who do not have hours to spend in the gym. The structure was straightforward: three workouts per week, each around 30 minutes, with the option to add more if time and energy allowed.<\/p>\n

Rather than leaning into high-intensity<\/a> trends, the programme focused on steady cardio<\/a>, functional strength<\/a> work and slower core<\/a> training. Myleene said at the time that the goal was to create something people could stick to, rather than a plan that looked impressive on paper but fell apart after a few weeks.<\/p>\n

‘I wanted something that fitted into real life,’ she told HELLO!<\/a>. ‘If a workout feels impossible to stick to, you won\u2019t do it.’<\/p>\n

The programme was divided into three main workout styles:<\/p>\n

MyPower, which centres on boxing-inspired cardioMyStrength, which uses a weighted sandbell for resistance trainingMyCore, which draws on Pilates and yoga-based movements to support posture and stability<\/p>\n

Each element was designed to work alongside the others, allowing for variety without overcomplication.<\/p>\n

Why boxing features so heavily<\/p>\n

Boxing<\/a>-style cardio has long been part of Myleene\u2019s training routine. In interviews with HELLO! and Fit & Well<\/a>, Myleene explained that boxing appealed because it works the whole body and can be adapted to different fitness levels. Sessions typically combine punches, footwork and light cardio intervals<\/a>, raising the heart rate without relying on high-impact jumps.<\/p>\n

It’s also a highly accessible option: boxing workouts can be done at home and require minimal equipment. <\/p>\n

Functional strength <\/p>\n

Strength training is another consistent feature of Myleene\u2019s routine, but her approach avoids traditional gym setups. MyBody by Myleene uses a sandbell: a soft weighted tool that allows for controlled resistance work.<\/p>\n

Exercises such as lunges<\/a>, presses and rotational movements are designed to build strength across multiple muscle groups at once. This style of training supports everyday movement, rather than isolating muscles purely for aesthetic reasons.<\/p>\n

Myleene’s highlighted the importance of strength training<\/a> for long-term health, particularly for women moving through midlife<\/a>. ‘Strength training becomes more important as you get older,’ she told HELLO!. ‘It\u2019s not about lifting heavy for the sake of it \u2013 it\u2019s about keeping your body strong enough to support you properly.’ <\/p>\n

Maintaining muscle mass and joint stability becomes increasingly important with age, and functional resistance work can support both. <\/p>\n

Slow core work <\/p>\n

Alongside cardio and strength training, Myleene has consistently included slower core-focused sessions in her routine. These workouts are based on Pilates<\/a> and yoga<\/a> principles, with an emphasis on controlled movement, breathing and alignment.<\/p>\n

‘My posture is terrible if I don\u2019t work on it,’ she told Fit & Well. ‘The core work isn\u2019t about getting a flat stomach \u2013 it\u2019s about supporting your back and helping your body move properly.’ <\/p>\n

Rather than treating core work as an afterthought, ‘MyCore’ sessions were designed to be a key part of the programme, balancing higher-energy workouts with more measured movement.<\/p>\n

Myleene’s long-term approach to fitness<\/p>\n

The 49-year-old has avoided framing exercise as punishment or a means to ‘fix’ her body. And in her 2019 WH interview, she was clear that she doesn’t use the word ‘diet<\/a>‘ and doesn’t want her children to see her speak negatively about their bodies.<\/p>\n

\u2018I won\u2019t use the word diet. I don\u2019t want my children to see me sitting there sucking in my stomach or looking at myself negatively.\u2019<\/p>\n

That perspective still shapes how she talks about training today. Exercise is about maintaining energy and supporting her health as she gets older. It’s not tied to numbers on a scale or clothing sizes.<\/p>\n

While headlines continue to focus on how she looks on holiday<\/a>, the simple reality is that Myleene follows a routine built around consistency, home workouts and exercise she actually enjoys. It\u2019s a reminder that fitness doesn\u2019t need to be extreme to be effective.<\/p>\n

Losing fat while building muscle is the goal for many fitness fans \u2013 and while it isn\u2019t easy, it is possible, says FIIT personal trainer and coach Laura Hoggins<\/a>. In this four-week plan \u2013 created exclusively for Women\u2019s Health COLLECTIVE members \u2013 you\u2019ll get the workouts and nutrition guidance needed to improve body composition in 2026.<\/p>\n

Ready to build and burn? Tap the link below to unlock 14 days of free access to the WH app, find the plan and start training today.<\/p>\n

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Isaac Williams is Multiplatform Editor for both Women\u2019s Health UK and Men\u2019s Health UK, guiding and supporting the content teams to create content across all platforms. Isaac\u2019s love of health and fitness began at Loughborough University, where he graduated with a History and English degree in 2014. His first job was at Men\u2019s Running magazine, where he progressed from Staff Writer to Editor. Among his highlights of those four years include completing a 24-hour track race (never again), just about finishing a multi-day ultramarathon in the Azores, and chugging his way around a \u2018beer mile\u2019. Isaac ventured into the world of freelance journalism in 2018, interviewing some of the biggest names in sport \u2013 like Anthony Joshua and Ben Stokes \u2013 and writing features for the likes of The Guardian, Red Bull, ShortList and BBC Countryfile. He was also a regular contributor to an adventure series called \u2018The Man Who\u2019: speaking to some of the world\u2019s most extreme explorers from the wilds of Caff\u00e8 Nero. In late-2019, Isaac became Editor of Men\u2019s Fitness UK. In his five years there, Isaac was responsible for editing the monthly magazine and managing website content, ultimately helping the brand transition to a \u2018digital-first\u2019 approach. He joined Hearst UK as Multiplatform Editor in December 2024, where he manages day-to-day digital output, edits content and writes articles on all things health and fitness. When he\u2019s not hammering at his keyboard, Isaac enjoys exercise and trying \u2013 \u00a0unsuccessfully, so far \u2013 to teach his baby son to kick a football. You can follow Isaac on Instagram @isaacw1993<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n