Rihanna's Rock Hard Abs Workout

[MuscleWorksMagazine]

Rihanna is one hot singing sensation. Having recently been named the best-selling digital artist of all time—thanks to a whopping 47.5 million downloads of her hits—the sexy songstress is also a top contender for “Album of the Year” at this year’s Grammy Awards.

But not only does the Barbadian beauty know how to rock a stage, she also rocks a bikini, too! No stranger to showin’ off some skin, getting that taut and tight tummy definitely takes work.

That’s where inspirational fitness expert extraordinaire Ary Nuñez comes in; she’s been training the artist hard for almost four years. “We focus on the core muscles, and we do a ton of repetitions,” Nuñez says.

Rihanna is as dedicated to her workouts as she is her singing career. “Working with an artist like Rihanna has different demands than most,” Nuñez says. “We train when she’s ready…even if we’re on the road and it’s 2 a.m. in the morning. I’m on call 24/7 with her.”

Nuñez, who has worked with scores of celebs and professional athletes (she’s a kick-butt Nike sponsored athlete herself), trains Rihanna using a mix of martial arts, dancing, and calisthenics.

“Rihanna is so connected to her body. She used to work out because it was part of her responsibility, but now she works out because she loves it!” Nuñez says.

The talented trainer also works with the singer to make sure she’s fueling her body with what it needs while touring or on set. “It’s more about feeding her to perform,” Nuñez says. “She is big on protein—she loves it.”

When it comes to Rihanna’s diet, Nuñez promotes proper food combining. “You shouldn’t mix starches with protein because there is an enzyme that exists for the processing of starches, and an enzyme that exists for the processing of protein—and they don’t get along,” Nuñez says.

“Can you imagine two enzymes having a fight in your belly? One is going to win and stay. If it’s starch, it turns to glucose—not good. If it’s protein, it turns to fat—also not good.”

A typical meal for the newly crowned queen of the digital universe? “Fish with a salad or veggies,” Nuñez says.

[nene5]

I think that stars have to go to a professional. They need results and they often need them yesterday. They are scrutinized in the media and many times flaws are magnified by the cameras. She is young and does have nice abs. She has to put in the work.

[shaun]

I agree with the principle of food combining, but I love having sweet potatoes or white potatoes with my steak. My carb intake is low, so eating potatoes with steak for a weekend treat will not do any harm. I think the worst nutrient combination is starch and fat...

[Jeremy Green]

Sounds like an effective workout. Sometimes the hardest thing to slim down is the mid-section. It is nice to see that she has found a routine that works for her. I think I might just give it a try.

[shaun]

Sounds like an effective workout. Sometimes the hardest thing to slim down is the mid-section. It is nice to see that she has found a routine that works for her. I think I might just give it a try.

Her trainer says she does calisthenics. Calisthenics and gymnastics are excellent for developing core strength and building your abs. Have you ever seen someone do a planche or a lever with weak abs?

[runy_brm]

I love how I keep gaining so much knowledge everytime I visit this forum. Celebrities always have to look good, because the media is mean. I wish I have an abs like hers.

[magickat]

She obviously puts a lot of work in but then again she has to being in the media spotlight. We could ll have abs like that with a dedicated trainer on call 24 hours a day

[shaun]

She obviously puts a lot of work in but then again she has to being in the media spotlight. We could ll have abs like that with a dedicated trainer on call 24 hours a day

Having a personal trainer doesn't mean you will have a six pack and look like Rihanna. Having a personal trainer will not stop you eating doughnuts and being lazy. Personal trainers can help but ultimately it comes down to the individual and their commitment. Rihanna is obviously committed to staying in shape.

[magickat]

Yes OK but it would be a lot easier to be that committed with a trainer and nutritionist at your beck and call.....

[greenplankton]

Rihanna is one of the most hardworking stars I know in the industry today and her body looks great with those toned abs of hers. I guess that there will be a movie soon featuring her, and her body.