Adele Lost 100 Pounds and Here Are 6 Workout Habits That Transformed Her Body

If weight loss is your main fitness goal, tried-and-true success stories can be incredibly motivating. While everyone's weight-loss journey is deeply personal and unique, seeing what worked—and what didn't—for others can provide endless inspiration as you get started. Adele famously lost 100 pounds by engaging in regular exercise, and we're here to share exactly how she did it.

In October 2020, Adele went on SNL and addressed her transformation in her opening monologue, "I know I look really, really different since you last saw me. But actually, because of all the Covid restrictions…I had to travel light and I could only bring half of me, and this is the half I chose" (via Women's Health).

The singer revved up her workout routine, which was a key player in her weight-loss efforts. In fact, Adele became a total fitness powerhouse. She told British Vogue that she was "basically unemployed" while she was doing it, and she worked with personal trainers who helped her progress.

During any weight-loss journey, it's common to lose lean muscle along with body weight. That's why performing regular strength training is so important. It helps build and maintain muscle mass as the scale goes down. Adele clearly understood this and lifted weights as part of her morning routine, according to British Vogue.

Adele also got her steps in by tackling varied terrain on invigorating afternoon hikes. In addition to being an incredible total-body workout—with a major focus on the lower body—spending time in nature provides a variety of mental health benefits. In fact, research shows that outdoor exercise is a much better stress and anxiety reducer than indoor exercise.

Another essential part of Adele's routine? She boxed. This high-intensity workout puts both the mind and body to work. Boxing involves moves like punching into bags, jump training, footwork drills, and even strength exercises, according to Cleveland Clinic. It's an excellent way to boost endurance, heart health, and total-body strength while helping individuals maintain a healthy weight.

When it comes to weight loss, intermittent fasting is often paired with structured exercise to boost one's efforts. However, Adele just focused on working out really hard.

"No intermittent fasting. Nothing. If anything I eat more than I used to because I work out so hard," the celeb told British Vogue.

Consistency is king in any successful weight-loss journey. Adele told British Vogue that she became "quite addicted" to exercise and planned her workouts two to three times per day.

"Working out, I would just feel better … It was never about losing weight, it was always about becoming strong and giving myself as much time every day without my phone. I got quite addicted to it," the singer shared.

For more weight-loss success stories, check out Ricki Lake Lost 35 Pounds and These 6 Habits Helped Her Transform Her Body.