Alessandra Ambrosio's Victoria's Secret Fitness Regimen Revealed

Alessandra Ambrosio, 45, prepared for her 20th Victoria's Secret Fashion Show with a rigorous training schedule and a focused diet, according to her personal trainer, Ludi Delfino.

Intensive Training Regimen

Delfino, who has trained Ambrosio for two years, intensified their sessions to six or seven days a week in the lead-up to the show. The goal was to help Ambrosio lose approximately five pounds, with Delfino noting she shed around seven. Ambrosio's workouts incorporated a blend of weight training, resistance training, circuit training, Pilates, and yoga. To maximize results in a short period, Delfino implemented supersets, where two exercises are performed consecutively with minimal rest.

"Our focus was on the booty," Delfino stated, adding that exercises for the legs, core, and back were also integral. "She doesn't love upper body exercise, but we worked a lot on her back because it's so important for posture and for holding the wings."

Dietary Adjustments

Beyond exercise, a strict diet played a crucial role. Ambrosio, who already maintained a healthy eating pattern, increased her protein intake and significantly reduced carbohydrates, particularly in the evenings. Sugar and alcohol were eliminated in the weeks preceding the fashion show.

Delfino emphasized that maintaining a fit physique in one's late thirties and forties is achievable with dedication. "If you eat real foods and have balance and you work out, it's really easy to stay in shape," she said, acknowledging that hormonal changes can present challenges for some women.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show History

Ambrosio, a mother of two, has been a prominent figure in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show since her debut in 2000. She was named an official Angel in 2004. With 20 appearances, she is second only to Adriana Lima, who holds the record with 21 shows. This year, Ambrosio modeled several looks, including an elaborate ensemble with silver tinsel wings. Other notable moments from the show included Kylie Jenner's debut modeling the $50 million Fantasy Bra, a piece previously worn by iconic models such as Gisele Bundchen, Heidi Klum, and Adriana Lima.