The greatest celebrity fitness gurus of all time

It's well known that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson started his career as a professional wrestler with WWE before becoming one of the highest-paid actors in the world. Over the years he has maintained an incredible level of fitness with an intense regime, which he frequently shares on social media. His regular updates and motivational posts have made him an online fitness guru.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger -

The former bodybuilding world champion became a successful actor and, later on in his career, a famous politician. He's a fitness inspiration to this day.

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Jane Fonda -

In 1982, the beloved star released a series of videos called 'Jane Fonda's Workout.' The award-winning actress and activist still looks stunning!

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Cher -

Cher has been a fitness icon for years. She released numerous books and videos under the brand CherFitness, and continues to be an inspiration to this day.

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Olivia Newton-John -

The 'Grease' star became a fitness icon when she released the tune 'Physical' in 1981. It became the soundtrack to many workouts. In honor of the song's 40th anniversary in 2021, Newton-John teamed up with Crunch Fitness to break the world record for the most people performing lying lateral leg raises simultaneously. Sadly, she passed away in 2022.

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Raquel Welch -

Raquel Welch is one of the classic beauties of 20th-century cinema. Her bikini look in the 1966 film 'One Million Years B.C.' is simply iconic. In 1984, the actress released her 'Total Beauty and Fitness Program,' and it was a huge hit.

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Chuck Norris -

He's Chuck Norris, and that's a good enough reason to be a fitness guru. He's still a beast in his eighties, and collaborates with Total Gym on their lines of exercise equipment.

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Suzanne Somers -

American actress Suzanne Somers began her acting career in the 1960s, and was the face of the ThighMaster in the 1980s.

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Lou Ferrigno -

Lou Ferrigno is known for starring in 'The Incredible Hulk' TV series in the '70s and '80s. One look at his impressive physique will tell you that he used to be a bodybuilder! He carried on his passion to become a fitness guru.

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Fabio Lanzoni -

In 1993, the model and actor released his self-titled 'Fabio Fitness' workout video.

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Richard Simmons -

Simmons launched his career in the world of fitness in 1974, when he opened a gym in Los Angeles. In the 1980s, he even hosted a talk show, but he's best known for his famous workout videos (and his snazzy attire).

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Jillian Michaels -

Jillian Michaels is a celebrity trainer who rose to fame on the TV show 'The Biggest Loser.' She has continued a successful career as a fitness guru by releasing several books and TV shows, and also runs a successful YouTube channel.

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Bob Harper - Bob Harper also became a TV personality on the reality show 'The Biggest Loser.' He's a popular personal trainer and diet expert.

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Jackie Warner -

In 2004, Jackie Warner opened a gym and spa in Beverly Hills, California. She also had her own reality TV show and released a number of fitness books, videos, and DVDs.

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Gilad Janklowicz - Israeli-born fitness personality Gilad Janklowicz became very famous with a number of TV fitness shows, including 'Bodies in Motion,' 'Basic Training the Workout,' and 'Total Body Sculpt with Gilad.' 'Bodies in Motion' became the longest-running fitness show in the US.

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Davina McCall - British TV presenter Davina McCall has released a number of successful fitness tapes and is one of the most influential fitness gurus in the UK.

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Tony Horton - In 2003, American personal trainer Tony Horton popularized the intensive home exercise regime known as P90X. It was an international sensation and even celebrities like Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher sang the praises of this workout.

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Gunnar Peterson -

Peterson has trained many athletes and celebrities, including the Kardashians and Nick Cannon. He's one of the most popular trainers among celebs.

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Justin Gelband - Gelband is responsible for getting Victoria's Secret Angels in top shape. How's that for a resume?

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Jake Steinfeld -

He was considered by many as the "film industry's personal trainer." In the '80s, he was one of the biggest names in fitness.

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Denise Austin -

Denise Austin was one of the top fitness celebrities of the '90s. She's still at it, and has released more than 100 videos and numerous fitness books.

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David Kirsch -

The celebrity trainer has numerous books under his belt. He is known for his 'butt workouts.' A famous client can attest to its efficiency—Jennifer Lopez!

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Harley Pasternak - Pasternak is known for having prepared Halle Berry for her role in the 2004 movie 'Catwoman.' While the film itself wasn't a critical success, no one can deny that Berry was in incredible shape! Pasternak is also a motivational speaker and an author.

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Don Saladino - Saladino's client list includes many stars, such as Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds. He's a very popular personal trainer among celebrities who need to get ripped for a big role!

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Shaun T - Fitness trainer Shaun T rose to fame by appearing as a fitness expert on shows such as 'The Oprah Winfrey Show,' 'The Dr. Oz Show,' and 'The Tyra Banks Show.'

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Susan Powter -

Susan Powter is a motivational speaker, nutritionist, personal trainer, and author who rose to fame with her weight loss infomercials in the 1990s. She was well known for her catchphrase, "Stop the insanity!" In 1994, Powter hosted her own talk show called 'The Susan Powter Show.'

Sources: (Men's Health) (Pulse)

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Dwayne Johnson -

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Arnold Schwarzenegger -

The former bodybuilding world champion became a successful actor and, later on in his career, a famous politician. He's a fitness inspiration to this day.

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Jane Fonda -

In 1982, the beloved star released a series of videos called 'Jane Fonda's Workout.' The award-winning actress and activist still looks stunning!

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Cher -

Cher has been a fitness icon for years. She released numerous books and videos under the brand CherFitness, and continues to be an inspiration to this day.

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Olivia Newton-John -

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Raquel Welch -

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Chuck Norris -

He's Chuck Norris, and that's a good enough reason to be a fitness guru. He's still a beast in his eighties, and collaborates with Total Gym on their lines of exercise equipment.

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Suzanne Somers -

American actress Suzanne Somers began her acting career in the 1960s, and was the face of the ThighMaster in the 1980s.

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Lou Ferrigno -

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Fabio Lanzoni -

In 1993, the model and actor released his self-titled 'Fabio Fitness' workout video.

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Richard Simmons -

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Jillian Michaels -

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Bob Harper - Bob Harper also became a TV personality on the reality show 'The Biggest Loser.' He's a popular personal trainer and diet expert.

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Jackie Warner -

In 2004, Jackie Warner opened a gym and spa in Beverly Hills, California. She also had her own reality TV show and released a number of fitness books, videos, and DVDs.

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Davina McCall - British TV presenter Davina McCall has released a number of successful fitness tapes and is one of the most influential fitness gurus in the UK.

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Gunnar Peterson -

Peterson has trained many athletes and celebrities, including the Kardashians and Nick Cannon. He's one of the most popular trainers among celebs.

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Justin Gelband - Gelband is responsible for getting Victoria's Secret Angels in top shape. How's that for a resume?

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Jake Steinfeld -

He was considered by many as the "film industry's personal trainer." In the '80s, he was one of the biggest names in fitness.

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Denise Austin -

Denise Austin was one of the top fitness celebrities of the '90s. She's still at it, and has released more than 100 videos and numerous fitness books.

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David Kirsch -

The celebrity trainer has numerous books under his belt. He is known for his 'butt workouts.' A famous client can attest to its efficiency—Jennifer Lopez!

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Don Saladino - Saladino's client list includes many stars, such as Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds. He's a very popular personal trainer among celebrities who need to get ripped for a big role!

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Shaun T - Fitness trainer Shaun T rose to fame by appearing as a fitness expert on shows such as 'The Oprah Winfrey Show,' 'The Dr. Oz Show,' and 'The Tyra Banks Show.'

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Susan Powter -

Sources: (Men's Health) (Pulse)

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