Fit for purpose

How do personal trainers maintain their own bodies? Here are the workout and diet secrets of five top fitness coaches, who keep the likes of Madonna in shape.

 

More than a quarter of British adults are classified as clinically obese. No surprise, then, that only one in three of us does any kind of exercise, and seven out of 10 men and eight out of 10 women fall well below their optimum activity level. But it is at this time of year, after a couple of weeks of eating more and moving less, that the idea of a better eating and exercise plan starts to have some sort of appeal. And who better to inspire you to get on that healthy treadmill than some of the world’s most experienced – and strictest – personal trainers.

Nicole Winhoffer, 28
 

Growing up in New Jersey with three soccer-mad brothers, Winhoffer is as fit and competitive as they come. She made her debut as a professional dancer on Broadway at 17, and has been Madonna’s personal trainer for the past three years. She is also one of her choreographers on tour. Winhoffer works out for 30 hours a week. ‘It is a real commitment that takes scheduling and planning,’ she says.

Three things that make a difference Work out on an empty stomach in the morning so your body 
goes directly into the fat stores for energy. Do this for one week straight and I promise you will see change. Give it your all. You have to put 110 per cent effort into every workout to see results. I swear by probiotics for staying lean and sculpted.

Weekly exercise routine Personal workouts, client training and dancing daily. Total: up to 30 hours a week.