Megyn Kelly's Fitness Evolution: From Gym Aversion to Four Weekly Workouts
At 55, political commentator Megyn Kelly is radiating vitality, attributing her renewed energy to a meticulously crafted diet and exercise regimen. Recently opening up about how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has aided her through menopause, Kelly has now detailed the additional lifestyle secrets fueling her impressive physique and zest for life.
A Transformed Relationship with Exercise
Kelly, who shares three children with husband Douglas Brunt, admits her attitude toward fitness has undergone a significant evolution over the past decade. "I have previously stated that I work out with a trainer two times a week for 45 minutes only, which makes me do it," she revealed. Beyond these structured sessions, Kelly incorporates solo workouts, typically adding one to two additional sessions weekly. She prefers to avoid intense cardio, opting instead for walking or using the elliptical machine.
Her commitment extends beyond the gym floor. "I sauna at least four times a week and love it," Kelly enthused, noting research supports sauna use for pain relief, blood pressure reduction, and mood enhancement. This marks a stark contrast to her earlier public persona. During her tenure on Megyn Kelly Today (2017-2018), she often joked about her reluctance to exercise, once stating, "It's not completely true that I hate working out... But I'm tired. I have three kids and a full-time job, and I don't want to [do it] anymore."
The Nutritional Foundation: A Mediterranean Approach
Kelly's dietary philosophy centers on the Mediterranean diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish, and olive oil. Her daily intake is consistent and balanced:
- Breakfast: Two to three eggs with sourdough toast and avocado or fruit.
- Lunch & Dinner: A lean protein paired with vegetables.
- Snacks: Salted nuts, avoiding seed oils.
- Treat: A small portion of Häagen-Dazs caramel cone ice cream for late-night cravings. "A little goes a long way," she noted.
This represents a shift from her previous advocacy of the F-Factor diet in the 2010s, which emphasized high-fiber foods. Kelly adopted that plan after the birth of her first child, Yates, in 2009, to manage postpartum weight. "It took off the baby weight right away," she wrote in her memoir. Her journey with nutrition is deeply personal, rooted in a family history of weight struggles and her own teenage battles with body image, which once led to dangerously restrictive eating.
From Reluctance to Routine: A Decade of Change
Kelly's fitness narrative has transformed dramatically. In her 2016 autobiography, Settle for More, she confessed to abandoning the gym after having her children. Yet, by May 2023, she was praising The Class, a digital bodyweight workout method, telling fitness expert Jillian Michaels, "It is transforming my body. I'm starting to look good. I'm starting to see some muscle definition."
By October 2025, she clarified her regimen: two weekly 45-minute personal training sessions focusing on light weights, supplemented by walking. "I'm telling you, you really don't have to do much more than that," she advised, acknowledging time constraints. This balanced, sustainable approach underscores Kelly's current philosophy—prioritizing health without obsession, a lesson forged from past struggles and a commitment to lifelong wellness.
