Paulina Porizkova Shares Benefits of Exercising at 61

Paulina Porizkova, the 61-year-old supermodel, is reaping the benefits of exercise and shared her gym routine in a recent Instagram post. She revealed that working out helps her in numerous ways.

In the voice-over accompanying the footage of her lifting weights, Porizkova admitted, “I really used to hate to work out. And so I didn’t do it until I was in my 40s, and I realized that it really helped with my pretty severe anxiety. And also it made me look better.”

Despite her lack of enthusiasm for exercise, she acknowledged that relaxing on the couch and reading novels would benefit her mind but not her body. Thus, she made the conscious choice to hit the gym.

Porizkova shared her workout routine, explaining she works out three days a week, focusing on her upper and lower body on separate days, and dedicating one day to a full-body workout. Following advice from doctors and Instagram influencers, she aims to “lift heavy” and incorporates Pilates into her routine.

Her workout includes exercises like hammer curls, cable pulls, deadlifts, pull-ups, and lunges. She emphasized the positive impacts: “What’s wonderful about it is, it not only helps my severe anxiety and makes me look better, but it also has made me a lot stronger.” Despite gaining ten pounds, she proudly mentioned her ability to “dance the night away with people half my age.”

Porizkova feels stronger and noted her anxiety has decreased since adopting this fitness routine.

A video shared on Instagram showcased her dancing at a wedding, highlighting her energy and ability to keep up with younger guests. Her caption assured fans that she and her husband work with a trainer to ensure they lift safely, avoiding injuries.

Feeling “like we’re in the best shape of our lives in our sixties” is a significant realization for her. She detailed her past health challenges, including bilateral hip replacement, menopausal weight gain, knee trouble for her husband Jeff, and shoulder arthritis.

Her fans expressed admiration and support in the comments section, calling her “an inspiration.” One commenter shared their own story of facing hip replacement surgery, expressing hope by seeing Porizkova’s achievements.