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Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Tess Daly's quirky health and fitness regime from trampolining to skipping - after Strictly star revealed she still fits in the same jeans she wore in her 20s
For the last 20 years, Tess Daly has dazzled British TV screens and is often credited as looking just like she did two decades ago. But the 56-year-old Strictly Come Dancing host insists a quirky fitness regime is to thank for her ageless beauty - not dieting. Tess revealed on Thursday that she still fits into the same size jeans she wore in her 20s in an interview with The Mirror. She told the publication: 'I'm wearing the same size jeans I was wearing in my 20's, but that's not from dieting - it's from maintaining.' And the former model has previously given fans an insight into the varied ways she achieves her impeccable figure, from running on the treadmill while she watches her favourite Netflix shows and morning skipping circuits to trampolining in her back garden. Tess has also credited daily yoga for both keeping her physically fit and maintaining her mental wellbeing, and shared her love for swimming. She told MailOnline in 2021: 'For me personally, I do an online yoga class every morning, 20 minutes, which is a little act of self-love as well. 'A game changer for me has been doing yoga. It keeps you young, it keeps you flexible, it keeps away the aches and pains – and it's free online on YouTube! 'I have been into fitness for quite a while and I work out a couple of times a week, an online session with a trainer and that's great because it strengthens your body physically but mentally, as well as physically keeping your flexible, yoga is brilliant because it forces you into the moment. In the moment there is no anxiety and uncertainty.' But it's not just yoga that Tess includes in her fitness regime - as she revealed her secret tip to guilt-free Netflix-watching. She told Women's Health UK in 2021: 'I've got a treadmill, where I've realised I can watch Netflix and run 5k at the same time. 'I would never sit down and watch TV in the day but, on the treadmill, I can justify it.' As well as running, Tess is also a big fan of swimming, trampolining and skipping - which she says is a 'joyful' exercise and reminds her of being a child again. Speaking to Health & Wellbeing in 2020, Tess said: 'I do really enjoy swimming, and I like skipping and trampolining. We've got a little trampoline at home outside, and that's great for getting your lymphatic system moving and for your circulation. 'Sometimes I'll do five minutes of skipping at the start of the day – one minute on and one minute off, and it's great, it really wakes up the system. If you're feeling a bit sluggish in the morning, it's a brilliant way to wake up – better than a cup of coffee I'd say! And it's cheap and cheerful – just buy a skipping rope from Amazon, it's there the next day for a couple of quid. 'You can skip inside if the weather is bad, it's an all-weather exercise that really gets your circulation going, it wakes you up, and it keeps you trim. I like skipping, it's a joyful exercise that puts a smile on your face. 'I recommend it to everyone I know because it's easy and it reminds you of being a child again. It gets part of the body moving that you haven't moved for a while. Everything is moving at the same time, it feels good, it boosts the endorphins and it's quick.' Tess has also credited a health diet, telling MailOnline in 2021: 'For me, food is sugar fuel. We either use it or abuse it. I will not pretend to be some kind of dietary saint, yes I love chocolate and I have a sweet tooth and no afternoon is complete without sitting down with a cup of tea and a sweet treat. 'But the meals I cook for my family, they're healthy, whole foods, gut friendly, vegetable rich, protein balanced meals. I am into that and I love cooking. Yes, we have a tuck drawer during home schooling full of treats, which they're allowed one off towards the end of the day when they've done seven hours of online schooling, they deserve a treat. 'But treats aside, we eat healthily as a family and I enjoy creating those healthy meals.' Tess shares daughters Phoebe, 20, and Amber, 16, with Radio 2 DJ husband Vernon Kay, 51. Posing in pieces from her own NAIA Beach swimwear range on Thursday for her interview with The Mirror, she said she believes she's cracked the formula to both feeling and looking great. She said: 'I will do planks in my living room every day because core strength is really important to me at my age now, plus I'm also very tall and do a lot of running around in heels, so I need to support my back.' The star added that although she's now in her 50s, she feels as energetic as she did in her 20s.
Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Man, 31, who lost 14 stone after Mounjaro helped him kick habit that caused his weight gain reveals odd side effect of jab
A super-slimmer was astounded when his local Chinese takeaway rang to see if he was 'still alive' after weight loss jabs helped him kick his egg fried rice addiction. Jordan Bateman, 31, from Swansea, weighed 28st when he decided to overhaul his lifestyle in July 2024. Mr Bateman, who works as an entertainment manager for a leading holiday park, also travels around the UK to work as a stand-in and as a drag queen. Being on the road so much was playing havoc with his waistline as he would binge on fast food at service stations on his way to gigs, and call his local takeaway to get his order ready when he was heading home. He said: 'This is so embarrassing, my local Chinese actually phoned my house to see if I was still alive. 'Before my weight-loss journey, I would be on the M4 after gigging all weekend and, on the drive home, I'd ring my local Chinese and say, "Can I have my order?" 'I wouldn't even need to say what I wanted, it would already be there. 'I'd typically go for lemon chicken, seaweed, egg fried rice, chips, prawn crackers and duck spring rolls.' But today he no longer salivates at the thought of a glistening platter of Chinese delicacies. He added: 'I could never eat any of that to that extent and that amount any more—in fact, I haven't had a Chinese for a whole year now.' With thousands of Britons now using GLP-1 medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to help them slim down, there's been a steady stream of side effects being shared and discussed by the jabber community. From chronic constipation to hair loss, loss of libido to extreme bloating, people have experienced all sorts, but prompting a welfare check from a local restaurant is definitely a first. Mr Bateman says he has spent more than £3,000 on Mounjaro prescriptions since last August, but it has paid for itself due to him eating less. He has also saved money on costumes, with his drag wardrobe now full of glitzy medium sized gowns rather than 4XL, which he needed to have tailor made. Growing up in Swansea, Mr Bateman was a 'highly active' child, always singing, dancing or acting. But after entering the entertainment industry aged 18, having studied performance and childcare at college, the demands of life on the road took a toll. He said: 'There's no kitchen when you're on the road, so my diet became all about what I could get at service stations – Greggs, McDonald's, that sort of thing. 'After a show, you'd go to the pub, then grab a pizza or a takeaway back at your digs. 'Everyone did it, so I didn't really notice how much weight I was gaining.' But Mr Bateman, who is 5ft 9in, was forced to admit his unhealthy habits had caught up with him when he found himself feeling 'breathless' while performing as his drag alter ego, Ruby Slippers. He visited his GP in July 2024 and was told he weighed 28st, which he said 'shocked' him, despite already understanding he was overweight—he had even appeared on Channel 4's How To Lose Weight Well. 'This time I knew it had to be different,' he explained. 'If I'd continued without a care in the world, I dread to think how heavy I would be now. 'I reckon in a year I'd have probably put another two stone or more on. 'I've probably added about 20 years on to my life expectancy – at 28 stone I was probably moments away from a heart attack or a stroke, and that for me is a massive life turnaround.' Mr Bateman initially considered a gastric sleeve but did not want to feel restricted in terms of what he could eat and, upon his GP's advice, opted for Mounjaro instead. The NHS says Tirzepatide, also called Mounjaro, is a weekly injection that patients do themselves, making them feel fuller for longer and, therefore, less hungry. It is advised that anyone taking the injection should eat a balanced, reduced-calorie diet and exercise regularly. Starting in August 2024, Jordan increased his injection dose monthly, before eventually tapering down due to nausea, upon advice from his jab provider, Numan. In total, Jordan estimates he has spent more than £3,000 on the medication but insists it has been 'worth every penny'. But he is keen to caution others that weight-loss jabs are not a shortcut. 'It's a commitment – you mentally and physically have to change what you do for it to work,' he explained. Jordan says his food shopping habits have 'completely changed' from lots of 'chocolate, crisps, lots of heavy carbs' with 'no colour' to fresh fruit and veg. He is also working with a personal trainer and following a nutrition plan as part of efforts to sustain his new lifestyle, so he can continue to live healthily after he stops taking the medication when he reaches his weight goal of 12st. Mr Bateman prepares his meals in advance, so that he does not have to resort to service station food while touring. While he says Ruby's character has always been 'confident' and 'larger than life' no matter his size, when performing as her lately, Jordan needs less of a break between sets and even does not mind 'having (his) arms out' on stage. Mr Bateman can also be more active when entertaining kids at the holiday park – and has noticed children draw him differently now, no longer representing him as a 'circle' but rather a typical 'stick figure'. And there's been another huge change triggered by the jab— Mr Bateman now feels 'empowered' to date for the first time in his life after feeling 'more confident' in his body. His friends, family and colleagues have all been complimentary about what he has achieved – but he admits his mind has not yet caught up. From not needing a plane seatbelt extender on a recent holiday to Tenerife, to having space between his stomach and the steering wheel when driving, the benefits of his transformation are manifold. 'I've still got a belly, however it's not as rounded and not as ghastly to look at,' he said. 'It was actually quite a relief to be able to walk around with confidence with my top off on holiday. 'Now I feel confident that I can walk into a theme park and go on to a rollercoaster and enjoy those weight-restricted activities without any kind of embarrassment.'
Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Tess Daly, 56, reveals she still fits into the same size jeans she wore in her 20s despite NEVER having dieted
Tess Daly has revealed she still fits into the same size jeans she wore in her 20s - but insisted she's never been one to diet. The TV presenter, 56, said she exercises daily to maintain her core strength and shared insights into her healthy lifestyle in a recent interview with The Mirror. She told the publication: 'I'm wearing the same size jeans I was wearing in my 20's, but that's not from dieting - it's from maintaining. She continued: 'I've never dieted, and as a mother of daughters, I've always been very careful not to demonise sugar and not count calories, and I refuse to embrace any negative connotation around food because I think moderation is key.' Tess shares daughters Phoebe, 20, and Amber, 16, with Radio 2 DJ husband Vernon Kay, 51. Posing in pieces from her own NAIA Beach swimwear range, she said she believes she's cracked the formula to both feeling and looking great. She said: 'I will do planks in my living room every day because core strength is really important to me at my age now, plus I'm also very tall and do a lot of running around in heels, so I need to support my back.' The star added that although she's now in her 50s, she feels as energetic as she did in her 20s. The interview comes after Tess looked as glamorous as ever during a recent trip to New York City with her lookalike daughters earlier this month. The presenter treated her youngest daughter, Amber, to a post-GCSE holiday. The girls took in the sights, including a visit to the Brooklyn Bridge, watching a Yankees baseball game and a trip to Tess' old apartment. Tess put on a stylish display in a white puff sleeve blouse and mini skirt as she joined Phoebe for a photo in front of the famous bridge. The Strictly Come Dancing host then posed for a photo in front of her old home on Great Jones Street, where she lived from 1995 until 2000. She captioned the post: 'First time back in NYC since becoming a mum (20 years) a fab VERY hot long weekend, post GCSE trip showing the girls where I used to live.' Last month, Tess shared a heartfelt message on receiving her MBE as she thanked some of the biggest stars in showbusiness for her success. The TV presenter was awarded the honour for Services to Broadcasting in King Charles ' birthday honours list alongside fellow TV star Claudia Winkleman. The King and the Queen are dedicated watchers of Strictly Come Dancing, which is presented by the pair. They have been part of the Strictly team since its launch in 2004, with Tess presenting the main show with Sir Bruce Forsyth and Claudia, 53, hosting the BBC2 spin-off It Takes Two. After impressing BBC bosses, Claudia was promoted to hosting the Sunday results show alongside Tess before becoming the main co-host in 2014 following the departure of Sir Bruce when he reduced his workload. And now, after being acknowledged for her efforts, Tess shared an album of pictures alongside some famous faces who have worked alongside her. Alongside the album, she penned: ' Genuinely still pinching myself… Feeling extremely humbled and very honoured to be awarded an MBE for Services to Broadcasting in King Charles' birthday honours list. 'If I could, I would dedicate it to all the wonderful people I have had the pleasure of working with over the past 26 years.' Tess continued: 'What an utter privilege it has been to work with so many legends of broadcasting and Knights of the Realm including Sir Trevor Macdonald and Sir Terry Wogan - and also to the Strictly viewers who have brought us so much joy over the past 20 years-thank you to every one of you for being there for the ride; it means the world having you there ✨ 'From Back in 2004 when it all began with the wonderful Sir Bruce Forsythe til now - 21 years later. Huge congrats to my brilliant girl @claudiawinkle on receiving her award too - who would've thought we'd be celebrating this together 20 years after we first met? 'Thank you so much for your lovely messages. Not sure I'll ever be able to take this in! Xx' Last year, the Queen described herself as 'one of Strictly's greatest fans' and told Strictly professional dancer Johannes Radebe, 'we all watch it'. Tess's husband, the BBC radio presenter Vernon Kay, has previously talked of the 'real friendship' that has formed between his wife and Her Majesty, with the Queen even keen to know what goes on behind-the-scenes. Vernon said: 'Camilla and Tess have a real friendship through it now. They don't text, but we have mutual friends and messages come through. 'When they see each other, the Queen is always asking: 'Who is your favourite?' She wants to know the backstage gossip. 'It's crazy to think of the King and Queen sat on the sofa with a brew watching your wife present Strictly.' Both Tess and Claudia engage in charity work, including Daly, who is a proud supporter of the King's Trust and patron of Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital, and Winkleman, who is a patron of Child Bereavement UK and Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity.
The National
18 hours ago
- Sport
- The National
Sheikh Mansour plays volleyball at Abu Dhabi Sports Summer
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, on Wednesday participated in the Abu Dhabi Sports Summer. Sheikh Mansour took part in a volleyball match that brought together a number of athletes from the community. He also praised the level of organisation and the role the event plays in providing a sporting environment that encourages adopting a healthy and active lifestyle. Held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, he met with the organisers and was briefed on the various programmes and activities included. Activities include team and individual sports, as well as programmes dedicated to families and children. The event is held over an area exceeding 37,000 square metres and features more than 52 indoor, air-conditioned tracks and courts for more than 12 team sports.
The Independent
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
As a fitness writer I think Jessica Biel's workout is great – but it comes with a caveat
You might be familiar with the phrase 'comparison is the thief of joy'. This expression is particularly applicable to celebrity workouts. Yes, we can use the exercise regimes of our favourite actors and influencers as inspiration for our own efforts to stay in shape. But the two should never be put side by side, as Jessica Biel has highlighted in a recent Instagram post. After earning an avalanche of admiring comments for her strong physique in new Prime Video series The Better Sister, the 43-year-old pointed out that the 'peak shape' she was in while filming 'is not maintainable unless you are living the strictest, most rigid lifestyle with your nutrition and with your fitness, which I cannot do'. The caveat with celebrity workouts As a fitness writer, Biel's transparency is refreshing to see. Actors achieving an optimised physique for a role has become ever-more commonplace in the post-Avengers age, but it's important for viewers to note that recreating what they see on screen is rarely a viable option. Case in point: Zac Efron has been open about the impacts of his training for Iron Claw – 'Your life goes out the window during prep'. His intense efforts and diuretic use before filming Baywatch also led him to 'fall into a pretty bad depression' and 'develop insomnia', he tells Men's Health. Meanwhile, Chris Hemsworth's long-time trainer Luke Zocchi previously told me the pair approach top-off scenes in films like preparing for a bodybuilding show. They will know the exact date for filming months in advance, then fine-tune many factors to optimise his look for those few seconds of screen time. As a fitness fan, he's in great shape year round, but even Hemsworth doesn't look like Thor for all 12 months of the year. In summary, not even the actors themselves can maintain their on-screen physique for the long haul, so viewers shouldn't expect to either. After shining a spotlight on this on via Instagram, Biel goes on to share a workout from 'her plan to get a little bit back towards that [The Better Sister] shape' – and it's solid stuff for celebrities and the rest of us alike. Jessica Biel's workout Exercise Sets Reps Rest Dumbbell hip thrust 4 10 60 seconds after each set Dumbbell Romanian deadlift 4 10 60 seconds after each set Tempo Swiss ball hamstring curl (three second negative, or lowering phase) 3 10-12 60 seconds after each set Kettlebell goblet step-through lunge 3 6-8 each side 60 seconds after each set Resistance band kickback 2 10-12 each side 60 seconds after each set Kettlebell dead bug 2 12 60 seconds after each set This is a strength training workout. The targeted muscles are overcoming resistance – whether that's provided by a dumbbell, kettlebell, resistance band or your own bodyweight – to perform a movement. In the case of this particular session, the main working muscles are those of the glutes (backside), quads (front of the thigh), hamstrings (back of the thigh) and core (a collection of mid-body muscles responsible for supporting the spine, aiding balance and many more functions). The target number of sets and reps per exercise are geared towards building and maintaining muscle. If you want to try this workout for yourself, Biel has helpfully demonstrated the exercises in the video below. You can also substitute the Swiss ball hamstring curls for prone resistance band hamstring curls, and swap the kettlebell for dumbbells during the lunges and dead bugs, if you only have a couple of dumbbells and bands handy. Benefits of Jessica Biel's workout The body adheres to the SAID principle, which stands for specific adaptations to imposed demands. As a result, if we apply a resistance that challenges us during each of these exercises, and progress this resistance over time as our fitness improves, the body will build muscle and become stronger. Put simply, it's adapting to get better at the specific thing we keep asking it to do. It's not just the muscles that benefit either; strength training will bolster your bones, tendons, ligaments and more. This reduces your risk of injury and improves physical capacity, often increasing quality of life as a result. It can also boost balance, coordination and mobility by working your joints through a wide range of motion under load – if you can comfortably sit in a squat and lift objects overhead, chances are your hips, knees and shoulders are in pretty good nick. Another perk Biel highlights is the benefits of strength training as you grow older. 'My body's not 20 years old anymore, so I am adjusting my workout to what I need to do,' she says. The video then cuts to the actor in what appears to be the splits. 'You've got to build muscle, so that is a key part of my particular routine – [that] and a ton of flexibility,' she continues. '…Let's get older and stronger together.' As she alludes to here, strength training can counter a condition called sarcopenia: the age-related loss of strength and muscle. This process can start as early as your 30s, with an article from Harvard Health Publishing reporting that people can lose 'as much as three to five per cent [of muscle] per decade'. 'As you move through midlife and into your 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond, age-related muscle and strength loss – sarcopenia and dynapenia – become more significant concerns,' Ollie Thompson, an experienced personal trainer specialising in longevity, tells me. 'However, if you've built greater reserves earlier in life, you'll be in a stronger position to maintain muscle mass and physical function as you age. 'For someone who has dabbled in fitness during their younger years but hasn't prioritised staying fit through midlife, I recommend a minimum effective dose of two full-body resistance training sessions per week, along with approximately 150 minutes of cardiovascular exercise,' he continues. 'This approach helps slow muscle loss, maintain strength and support overall cardiovascular health.'
