Jennifer Lopez in Bathing Suit Top Asks "Jacket or No Jacket!?"

Only Jennifer Lopez can pull off a leather swimsuit top! The 52-year-old bombshell flaunted her impossibly flat abs and fit figure in part of the AMI Paris SS22 collection on Instagram Tuesday, which she paired with white silk pants and a sleek leather jacket, asking fans for outfit input. “Jacket or no jacket!?” she captioned the set of images. The real question is: How does the star look better in her 50s than she did in her 20s? Read on to see 8 ways Jennifer Lopez 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. Her Workouts Are More Efficient

Lopez has always exercised, but has smartened her workouts up and made them more efficient. “In my 20s and 30s I used to work out but not like I do now,” she revealed in InStyle’s 2021 The Beauty Issue. “It's not that I work out more; I just work out harder and smarter. And it doesn't take me as long as it did in the past. I do it more for my health than I do for looks, which is funny. When you do things for the right reasons, you actually look better!”

2. She Doesn’t Skip Workouts

Jennifer makes it to her workout no matter what. “Very rarely will I skip my workout,” she told Us Weekly. “Sometimes, I work too late the night before, and I’m like, ‘Ugh, I can’t do this.’ But I tell myself, ‘Just do it. It’s only an hour.’ It’s just talking yourself off the ledge of being a lazy bum.”

3. She Hydrates

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Jennifer knows the importance of drinking enough water. One of Jennifer's trainers, Dodd Romero, revealed to US Weekly that she seriously prioritizes hydration. “She drinks a minimum of seven glasses a day,” Romero revealed.

4. She Doesn’t Do Fad Diets

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Jennifer maintains a healthy lifestyle so she doesn’t have to diet. “You got to work out, you got to watch what you eat,” she told Us Weekly. “It’s a job— you’ve got to buckle down.” Dodd dished to the magazine that she covers five basic categories: protein, vegetables, fats, carbohydrates and water. She also “stays away from processed foods and gets her nutrients from whole sources.” Egg whites, white meat turkey, chicken breast and grass-fed beef three to four times a week are her main protein sources, while she gets her fats from fish—including salmon and sea bass that contains high levels of omega-3s and 6s—and “a handful” of nuts per day. Veggies, but not carrots and corn as they are higher in sugar than leafy greens, are also a big part of her diet as are complex carbs like sweet potatoes, brown rice, quinoa, rice bread and oatmeal, which she’ll eat with fresh berries.

5. She Isn’t About Deprivation

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If J.Lo wants to indulge, she will. "Throughout the years I’ve learned the importance of maintaining a healthier […] diet," she told People. "I still eat some of the foods I love, but in moderation. I don’t deprive myself."

6. She Does Different Workouts

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While she mainly does strength training workouts, she also loves hitting the pole after playing a dancer in Hustlers—she even had one installed one in her home. "I have a lot of respect for people who do the pole," J.Lo told Jimmy Kimmel. "It's, like, acrobatic, it's a different muscle group," she said. "And the things that they do with their legs and everything and go upside down...it's hard."

7. She Celebrates Her Success

J.Lo loves showing off her hard work! Her Instagram feed is filled with photos of her age-defying body.

8. She Is in the Best Shape of Her Life

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J.Lo is well aware that she looks better than ever "I'm in the best shape of my life," she admitted to InStyle.

Introducing the new Mrs. Affleck! On the heels of her Las Vegas wedding to Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez showed off her famous figure in a teaser clip for her new J.Lo Beauty collection, wearing a cutout swimsuit. How does the newlywed have a hotter body than women half her age? Read on to see 5 of Jennifer Lopez’s top tips 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. She Lifts Weights

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Lopez recently opened up about work workout routine in her newsletter, On the JLo, "I think as we grow and mature, we start losing muscle and start aching," she wrote. "The more strength we can get in our body by lifting is really something that makes me feel strong, able and empowered. That along with stretching and staying limber and mobile are the most important things."

2. She Works Out Almost Every Day

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Lopez also revealed that she lifts weight three to four days a week. When she wants to lean out, she adds cardio to the mix – 30 minutes of cardio then 30 minutes of resistance training. She usually starts with leg work, moving onto her back and shoulders, ending with core work.

3. She Prioritizes Mental Health

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Jennifer revealed to Rolling Stone that she goes to therapy. She also said that she has “become much more spiritual” since having kids. She relies on daily prayers and affirmations to keep her grounded, including “I am whole; I am good on my own; I love the universe, the universe loves me,” she added. “I try to always live from a place of gratitude,” she said. “But today, especially, if you ask me what my first thought was, it was, ‘Thank you. Thank you, God, for this day. Thank you for my life, what it is.’”

4. She Hydrates

Jen pushes the importance of drinking plenty of water, "drinking plenty of water, especially before a workout, can help you push harder and get more out of your exercise routine," she revealed to HELLO! She has also revealed that proper hydration is one of the secrets to her J.LO glow. The Mayo Clinic agrees that drinking plenty of water helps to keep the skin hydrated and looking its best.

5. This Is Her Secret to Making 52 Look Like 22

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Jennifer doesn’t use that as an excuse. She looks better and more fit than ever before at 52. "I'm in the best shape of my life," she admitted in InStyle’s 2021 The Beauty Issue.Her secret? Evolving her approach to exercise as she ages. “In my 20s and 30s I used to work out but not like I do now,” she said. “It's not that I work out more; I just work out harder and smarter. And it doesn't take me as long as it did in the past. I do it more for my health than I do for looks, which is funny. When you do things for the right reasons, you actually look better!”

Jennifer Lopez is one of the most beautiful and fit women in Hollywood. She’s barely aged a day since her time as a Fly Girl, and her wellness secrets have been coveted by many. So when she posted a "#2021Recap loading …#HappyNewYear" on Instagram this weekend, it wasn't surprising to see many glamorous and glowing shots, including ones of her in a bathing suit. Just a few months back, her personal trainer, David Kirsch, told Vogue the singer’s routine. Read on to see 5 ways Jennifer Lopez is reportedly said to 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 Gets Enough Sleep

Even with her busy schedule, Lopez prioritizes her beauty sleep. “The common denominator is always sleep. Resting and restoring is so important for your recovery and overall wellness,” Kirsch said. He also recommends using a device to monitor your sleep. "Set aside no more than eight hours for sleep. The recommended amount of sleep for a healthy adult is at least seven hours. Most people don't need more than eight hours in bed to achieve this goal," says the Mayo Clinic. "Go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Try to limit the difference in your sleep schedule on weeknights and weekends to no more than one hour. Being consistent reinforces your body's sleep-wake cycle."

2. She’s Dedicated To Her Wellness

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Kirsch says that Lopez is extremely dedicated to her wellness routine. “Jennifer is meticulous about her eating, sleeping, and generally about everything in her life,” he explained. “It’s not just a physical thing - it’s about transforming every aspect of your life.”

3. She Does Platypus Squats

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One of Kirsch’s exercises that he does with Lopez is platypus squats. “Jennifer and I do a lot of platypus walks with a wide stance. Also known as a sumo walking squat,” he says. “It’s great for your inner thighs and butt.”

4. She Does A Mixture Of Workouts

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Kirsch says that he likes to combine different types of exercises for the singer’s fitness routine. “We mix some cardio, plyometrics, full body, core, and lower body into her workouts - they are very, very intense and she takes it very seriously, which is exciting for someone like me,” he explained.

5. She Works On Charities

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Lopez is known to be very charitable and speaks out about many different causes. In fact, Kirsch reveals that he first met Lopez while working his charity foundation, Just For The Children, which helps fight childhood obesity. Kirsch says, “[The charity's] work is about striking the balance between healthy tech and mindful movement, and tackling childhood obesity - Jennifer wrote the foreword to my book and she’s a very big proponent of integrating a healthy lifestyle into one’s home.”