Colombian superstar Shakira has long been admired not only for her music and signature dance moves but also for her toned physique. At 48, the singer continues to maintain enviable abs and stamina, thanks to a consistent fitness and nutrition regimen shared by her longtime trainer, Anna Kaiser. From dance-centric workouts to a nutrient-focused diet, Kaiser provides insight into the formula behind Shakira’s iconic body.
Dance-Cardio as the Core of Fitness
Shakira’s exercise routine blends strength training with dance, keeping her body agile and resilient. Kaiser told Us Weekly, “I love to focus on strength and dance separately. Sometimes, if she has a really busy day, we will end up doing cardio on a machine, but most of the time, we are doing dance-cardio. I will teach her a series of routines, and she has used the moves in her performances and in her choreography, which is really fun... she gets really hungry during abs when we’re doing core she’s doing an exercise at the end of a hard workout… we like to keep coconut water in the studio so she can have something at the end of that workout.”
Dance is more than just movement for Shakira; it boosts stamina and endurance. Kaiser explained, “The dance is meant to elevate and boost the efficacy of the strength training we’ve just finished because at that point your muscles should be fatigued... there’s so much going on that by the time we get to dancing, it’s really pushing her endurance and stamina because of everything she’s already accomplished that day.”
Strength Training and Core Focus
Beyond cardio, Shakira emphasizes low-impact strength training. Kaiser noted, “Her cardio is more low-impact, and she really loves to get her brain involved and learn new ways of moving, but keep it low-impact... lighter weight, higher rep. More like my sculpt workouts that I do online.” The singer uses moderate weights, typically eight to ten pounds, combined with high-repetition exercises to sculpt her muscles without overstraining them. Core exercises, including weighted full-range sit-ups and Pilates teasers, are performed toward the end of workouts to prevent hunger pangs from interfering with her performance.
Nutrition: Small, Nutrient-Dense Meals
Kaiser stresses the importance of fueling Shakira’s body properly. The singer’s meals are structured to support energy and muscle recovery. Kaiser shared, “You have to eat protein within 45 minutes after your workouts. It’s super important to build lean muscle. It’s not going to make you bigger. Your body is not going to burn fat if you don’t feed it.”
Shakira typically starts her day with an omelette and greens, has a protein-rich salad for lunch, and enjoys a small dinner of steamed vegetables and protein. Kaiser added that Shakira snacks on nutrient-rich foods, including fresh soups, vegetables, and protein shakes, ensuring she eats something every two to three hours to maintain energy levels.
Dance-Cardio as the Core of Fitness
Shakira’s exercise routine blends strength training with dance, keeping her body agile and resilient. Kaiser told Us Weekly, “I love to focus on strength and dance separately. Sometimes, if she has a really busy day, we will end up doing cardio on a machine, but most of the time, we are doing dance-cardio. I will teach her a series of routines, and she has used the moves in her performances and in her choreography, which is really fun... she gets really hungry during abs when we’re doing core she’s doing an exercise at the end of a hard workout… we like to keep coconut water in the studio so she can have something at the end of that workout.”
Dance is more than just movement for Shakira; it boosts stamina and endurance. Kaiser explained, “The dance is meant to elevate and boost the efficacy of the strength training we’ve just finished because at that point your muscles should be fatigued... there’s so much going on that by the time we get to dancing, it’s really pushing her endurance and stamina because of everything she’s already accomplished that day.”
Strength Training and Core Focus
Beyond cardio, Shakira emphasizes low-impact strength training. Kaiser noted, “Her cardio is more low-impact, and she really loves to get her brain involved and learn new ways of moving, but keep it low-impact... lighter weight, higher rep. More like my sculpt workouts that I do online.” The singer uses moderate weights, typically eight to ten pounds, combined with high-repetition exercises to sculpt her muscles without overstraining them. Core exercises, including weighted full-range sit-ups and Pilates teasers, are performed toward the end of workouts to prevent hunger pangs from interfering with her performance.
Nutrition: Small, Nutrient-Dense Meals
Kaiser stresses the importance of fueling Shakira’s body properly. The singer’s meals are structured to support energy and muscle recovery. Kaiser shared, “You have to eat protein within 45 minutes after your workouts. It’s super important to build lean muscle. It’s not going to make you bigger. Your body is not going to burn fat if you don’t feed it.”
Shakira typically starts her day with an omelette and greens, has a protein-rich salad for lunch, and enjoys a small dinner of steamed vegetables and protein. Kaiser added that Shakira snacks on nutrient-rich foods, including fresh soups, vegetables, and protein shakes, ensuring she eats something every two to three hours to maintain energy levels.
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