7 Workout Tips From Alicia Keys to Unlock Your Fitness Potential

Alicia Keys is one of the most successful singers out there. She’s released hit songs like “Fallin’,” “If I Ain’t Got You,” and “Unthinkable.” This caused her to be featured in iHeartRadio’s 2022 “See Her, Hear Her” campaign and special. Keys has also appeared as a coach on The Voice and in the film The Secret Life of Bees. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 7 ways Alicia Keys stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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Keys has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. In order to do so, she had to find the steps and products that work for her. “I’ve always cared about skincare,” she tells Vogue. “But in a way that was very frustrating because I didn’t always have good skin. I’ve learned some of the secrets and I’ve also found some of the products that work for me - because everybody is different. You’ve gotta keep trying and find what’s good for you.”

2. She Cuts Things Out Of Her Diet

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Keys tells Vogue that eating healthy has helped with her skin. She revealed that she has cut some things out. “I’ve cut out dairy... And also, believe it or not, getting rid of the breads. Let me tell you, I’m the first person… I am a ‘breadaholic’. And then obviously, the fried foods, the oil and all that in the skin is never really good.”

3. She Works With A Trainer

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Keys works with trainers, Jeanette Jenkins and Anna Kaiser, to help her stay in shape. Working with personal trainers and other fitness experts has a lot of benefits. The Australian Institute of Fitness states, “Having an educated personal trainer beside you to demonstrate the correct posture and technique is invaluable. A personal trainer will ensure clients are performing exercises correctly and efficiently, in order to maximise results. Good form when performing exercises is also essential in reducing the risk of injury. Many people every year are seriously injured by performing exercises they have not received training for, and this can impact their health and fitness for a long time. Having someone trained in how to execute certain tasks will greatly reduce the level of risk and increase the effectiveness of your fitness routine.”

4. She Does Yoga

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Keys and Jenkins shared this workout video with POPSugar. In it, they are seen doing yoga poses and stretches. Harvard Health states that yoga has a lot of benefits. “Yoga is known for its ability to soothe tension and anxiety in the mind and body. But it can also have an impact on a person's exercise capacity. Researchers studied a small group of sedentary individuals who had not practiced yoga before. After eight weeks of practicing yoga at least twice a week for a total of 180 minutes, participants had greater muscle strength and endurance, flexibility and cardio-respiratory fitness.”

5. She Does HIIT

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In the POPSugar video, Jenkins and Keys are seen doing high-intensity interval training. In it, they do exercises like high knees, side jumps with a reach, and squat lunges. Harvard Health states that HIIT has a lot of benefits. “The main advantage to HIIT is that you can boost your cardiovascular fitness faster by working harder instead of longer. Some small, short-term studies hint that HIIT workouts can produce equal or greater improvements in blood pressure and blood sugar compared with moderate-intensity exercise.”

6. She Makes Time For Herself

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Keys opened up about her life and career in an interview with Marie Claire. She says that she priorities time for herself and time to stay at home, no matter how busy her life gets. “My time is important. I want to have time with my family. I want to raise my kids. I don’t want to always be 60,000 miles away.”

7. She’s Comfortable With Herself

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Keys tells Marie Claire that she’s extremely comfortable with herself at this point in her life. “I’m reaching a place where I’m much more confidently clear about the power I possess,” she says. “I’ve always been strong and determined. I haven’t not known my power, but now I’m clearly aware of all of it, as opposed to just pieces of it.”

Alicia Keys might be a girl on fire, but she definitely knows how to cool down! The Grammy award winning singer took a dip in her swimming pool over the weekend, looking fabulous in her swimsuit. “Sundaze,” she captioned her Instagram Stories image. How does she manage to make 41 look like 21? Read on to see 6 of Alicia Keys’ top do’s and don’ts for staying in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. Don’t Work Out Alone

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Alicia enlists the help of a trainer to keep herself in shape, working out regularly with Jeanette Jenkins, whose other star clients include Kelly Rowland and Pink. “Think about the types of physical activities you enjoy most. After all, a fitness program doesn't need to be boring. You're more likely to keep up with a fitness program you enjoy,” says the Mayo Clinic. “If you love riding your bicycle, consider a cycling class. If you have a blast on the dance floor, an aerobics class that includes dance moves would be a good choice. If you're a social person, a gym or health club membership may be a good option for you. If you prefer to exercise alone or you find health clubs intimidating, fitness videos and exercises you can do at home may be best for you.”

2. Do Lots of Ab Work

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The secret to Alicia’s rock hard abs? Lots of ab work! The star shared her workout on YouTube in May 2020, and it definitely focused on the midsection. Cat-cows, bird-dog, upward dogs, side planks, hip dips, and side crunches are all part of her routine. "The core is involved in everything," Jenkins says in the background.

3. Don’t Eat Bread or Dairy

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Alicia banished two things from her diet in 2020. “I’ve cut out dairy... and also, believe it or not, getting rid of the breads,” she told Vogue. “Let me tell you, I’m the first person… I am a ‘breadaholic.’ And then obviously, the fried foods, the oil and all that in the skin is never really good.”

4. Do Hydrate

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Alicia prioritizes hydration. She keeps water with her all the time, carrying it around in “a big-ass jug” she told Vogue. “Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you must replenish its water supply by consuming beverages and foods that contain water,” explains the Mayo Clinic. How much you drink varies, but the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day for men and 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids a day for women.

5. Don’t Skip Cardio

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While Alicia focuses on strength training, she also does a lot of cardio. She loves to run and also uses a stationary bike to get her heart pumping.

6. Do Embrace Your Curves

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Alicia is all about loving her body. “I was always a thicker girl, and I had a lot of curves early. I'm born and raised in New York, and on the streets, it was always a little bit of hesitation about my curviness because that drew a bit of attention. I dressed in really baggy clothes to hide it. Then as I got older and started to even get into the music industry, I was pretty shy, but I began to explore more. I began to feel more brave and bold,” she told Elle.