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Kim K’s Trainer Shares Secrets: How to Get an Athletic Physique with Just Minutes a Day!
Our Town, USA – Ever wonder how Kim Kardashian maintains that sculpted physique? We caught up with Senada Greca, the celebrity trainer who helps keep Kardashian in top form, and she’s spilling the beans on the power of strength training.
The good news? You don’t need a reality TV budget or hours at the gym to reap the benefits!
Greca, who trains Kardashian for up to 90 minutes, four to six days a week, describes her famous client as “an incredibly dedicated woman in all aspects of her life, including strength training.” Their intense sessions often involve supersets – a time-saving technique that pairs exercises back-to-back to elevate intensity and maximize fat burn. On a recent call, Greca revealed they were about to dive into an upper body and core workout, featuring moves like assisted pull-ups and hollow-body holds.
But don’t let the celebrity-level commitment intimidate you. Greca emphasizes that consistency is key, even if that means just five or ten minutes of exercise a day.
At 43, Greca herself is in the best shape of her life thanks to this philosophy. “It’s about showing up for yourself every single day till it becomes a non-negotiable,” she advises.
Beyond the Brawn: Building Confidence and Health
Strength training isn’t just about looking good; it’s a game-changer for overall health and well-being. Greca, who overcame an eating disorder and low self-esteem earlier in her life, found that reframing exercise as self-care was transformative. “I was utilizing workouts to not punish myself, but to nourish myself, to work on my health, my longevity, and my mental state, and everything has been a lot more stable since,” she explained.
This personal journey fueled her passion, leading her to build a fitness empire with over 6 million Instagram followers, a strength training app (WeRise), and a supplement company (Aonic). Her mission?
To empower everyone, from busy executives to stay-at-home parents, to feel strong and capable. “I think of strength training as a standard that every woman should embrace,” Greca stated.
Your Five-Minute Full-Body Workout
Ready to kickstart your own fitness journey? Greca shared a simple, no-equipment bodyweight circuit you can do at home in just five minutes:
Perform each exercise for 45 seconds, with a 15-second rest in between. Repeat for five rounds.
- Squats: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, then bend your knees and lower your hips as if sitting in a chair, keeping your chest up and core tight.
- Lunges: Step one foot forward and lower both knees to 90 degrees, keeping your back knee just above the ground.
Push off your front foot to return to standing and alternate legs.
- Hip Thrusts: Lie on your back with feet flat and knees bent.
Push through your heels to lift your hips until your body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees. Lower with control.
- “Superwomans”: Lie face down, extend your arms and legs. Simultaneously lift your head, shoulders, and legs off the ground, engaging your back and core.
Hold briefly, then release.
- Plank Hold: Start in a push-up position, supporting your weight on your forearms and toes.
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels, engaging your core.
While five minutes won’t magically transform your body overnight, it’s a powerful first step towards building a sustainable habit. Greca encourages people to gradually challenge themselves, incorporate regular walks (especially in nature), and most importantly, listen to their bodies.
“I always tell people, listen to the expert within,” she concluded. So, what are you waiting for? Your journey to a stronger, healthier you could start in just five minutes!