Jessica Biel Unpacks Her Realistic Fitness Philosophy

Star Debunks “Unmaintainable” Physique Myths, Advocates for Balanced Well-being

The internet is abuzz over Jessica Biel‘s physique in “The Better Sister,” but the actress herself is setting realistic expectations. She recently clarified that the demanding onscreen look is far from her everyday reality, a message that resonated widely.

The Viral Truth Bomb

During a candid conversation, Biel discussed her viral TikTok, where she admitted her “Better Sister” body wasn’t sustainable long-term. She explained, I got to tell people the truth. I don’t look like that all the time. The actress emphasized that achieving that specific form required months of dedicated training for the role.

“I worked really hard for that moment. That was not just like, ‘Oh look, I woke up [like that].’”

—Jessica Biel

Biel proudly shared, I worked really hard for that moment. That was not just like, ‘Oh look, I woke up [like that].’ No, no, I was training for months for that show, for that shoot. The star, who also manages a children’s medicine brand, KinderFarms, understands the daily juggle of a busy life.

Finding Balance Beyond the Set

These days, Biel‘s fitness goals have shifted from intense role preparation to overall well-being. Her current routine prioritizes feeling good and maintaining balance, incorporating mental health practices like meditation. She finds these practices crucial for managing anxiety and stressful moments.

For instance, a 2023 survey revealed that 63% of adults report that exercise helps manage their stress levels (American Psychological Association).

Biel embraces variety in her workouts, mixing strength training, cardio, and mobility. One day I’d like to do Pilates and then in the next opportunity I have, I would switch it up to a circuit training where I’m using full body, mobility, flexibility. she stated, also mentioning treadmill and assault bike sessions.

Pilates: A Lifelong Practice

A consistent element in Biel‘s regimen is Pilates. I love Pilates. . . . I’ve been doing Pilates for years. That is something that I’m going to keep doing my entire life. It just works for me. she shared, though she stresses its importance as part of a broader, well-rounded fitness plan.

As she approaches 43, Biel focuses on maintaining flexibility and mobility to live comfortably. When I am flexible and I have mobility and I’m out of pain, that’s when I feel the strongest. When I feel like, ‘Oh, I can move with my kids. I can live my life and I’m not aching’ — that’s where I find I’m in a really, really good place.