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As you may probably know US signerwriter Taylor Swift is on her world tour promoting her album Eras.
But have you ever wondered how she stays fit for her live performances?
According to Google Trends, searches for ‘Taylor Swift workout’ have spiked by a staggering 659%.
Meanwhile, research from fitness experts Bulk.com has revealed searches for the star’s workout plan have increased by a whopping 659% in the past five years. This particular search reached its peak in the first week of February.
The search term has led to the team at Bulk outlining Taylor Swift’s workout plan and how you can achieve it at home.
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If you want to keep up with the singer’s momentum then you’ll have to get a mix of running, jogging and walking on the treadmill a go. Let’s not forget Taylor has to do this all whilst singing her songs.
For those who are lucky enough to have a treadmill at home or the gym then you start with a brisk walk for around 10 minutes to get warmed up.
If you want to focus on the legs and glutes more then increase the incline of the treadmill.
You can slowly increase the speed until you’re at a pace that is suitable for you. Next, start running for 10-15 minutes increasing and decreasing the speed again.
For the final five to ten minutes go back to walking with an incline this can help build up stamina.
Another way to get your steps in is going for a walk outdoors. Not only does it benefit your physical health but also your mental health too. Try to increase how long you walk each time.
And finally, dancing is another great form of cardio. Even better you can do it in the comfort of your own home or if you’re feeling up for it a dance class.
It turns out Taylor took part in three months of training to ensure her choreography was up to scratch for her tour. This particular exercise is great for improving cardiovascular health, flexibility and balance.
Seeing as each show is over three hours long and is taking Taylor on 151 tour dates across five continents, it’s no wonder she needs a great deal of stamina.
A great way to improve your stamina is through strength and conditioning training. This can not only build muscle but also improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of injury.
If like Taylor want to improve your strength too, here are exercises you can try at home:
Squats may look like they hurt to do but it will be worth it in the long run. By doing them it can also improve your posture and mobility too.
All you have to do is stand with your feet, hip-width apart, and your feet slightly turned out. Make sure to keep your chest up with your hips sinking back and your knees in line with your toes when squatting.
Aim for two sets of 12-15 reps.
Another one that is great for toning up the glutes, legs and abs is glute bridges.
All you have to do is lie on your back with your legs bent and your feet on the floor. Then using your heels, push your hips upwards by squeezing your glutes and engaging your core.
If you want to push yourself some more then try doing this one leg to push yourself up off the floor. Alternate legs to get the full effect.
Aim for two sets of 8-12 reps.
Another exercise to do is push-ups which can improve your body strength, flexibility, posture and mobility.
First of all, start in a plank position with your hands firmly placed just outside the shoulders, then lower your chest to the floor without touching it.
As you go down make sure your elbows are tucked in and your hips do not drop out of position.
Aim for two to three sets of five to six reps and then start to slowly increase the more you do it.
Planking is an exercise which targets the arms, core and glutes. It also improves your posture and helps with any back pain.
You can do this by lifting your body off the ground by using your forearms and toes. However, make sure your elbows are aligned with your shoulders.
To maintain a plank position your back and legs should be as straight as possible.
Aim for a 60-second plank and increase the amount over time.