Kelly Ripa is the epitome of “super woman.” She is 1/2 of the wildly entertaining show, Live With Regis and Kelly. She is a married mother of 3 boys. She is on the other side of 40 but looks like she is in her 20’s with the same energy of a 20-something. So, what is her secret? We are here to fill you in on part of that secret, which is her diet and exercise routine.

As for Kelly’s diet plan, she doesn’t do diets. Rather, she exercises strict portion control. One thing she does that is considered a no-no is that she skips breakfast, save for her coffee addiction. She starts eating around mid-morning and eats small and healthy meals throughout the day. She was lucky enough to hire a family chef who educated her regarding nutrition and portion control. Ripa says she sticks to basic foods such as fruit, nuts and yogurt for snacks. She even said, “I’ll have an apple or carrot sticks in my purse so I’m not reaching for potato chips.” She also fills her fills with eating leafy greens and keeps her saturated fats at a minimum.”

As for Kelly’s fitness routine, she makes many a woman jealous! But I assure you, her routine is feasible! Ripa is hooked on a program called “Physique 57,” which is a fitness routine that combines Pilates, ballet and calisthenics. It is an hour filled with fast-paced, intense exercises that combine upper body strength and fitness training. Ripa said of Physique 57, “I saw a difference physically within five classes….I’m a short person, but I’m becoming longer and leaner. The class exercises your glutes, your abs, and your obliques. It’s all about building muscles then stretching it out. I’ve never been addicted to something like this!” While you would think doing this routine 4 times a week is enough, it’s not for Ripa. She also works with fitness trainer, Keith Byard, who is an ex-marine. She typically runs five miles a day, five days a week.

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