Between 2019 and 2021, British singer Adele lost around 100 pounds (45.36 kg), according to a report in People. Her transformation generated significant public interest and prompted widespread discussion. According to British Vogue, Adele has been clear that her approach did not involve any extreme or restrictive diets.
Focus On Routine, Not Restriction
Adele explained in her interview with British Vogue that her priority was not rapid weight loss, but making lasting lifestyle changes. She said, “But I needed to get addicted to something to get my mind right.” This statement underlines her shift from following strict diets to adopting new habits.
Instead of cutting out entire food groups or relying on “magic pills,” Adele chose to emphasise balanced meals and portion control. She aimed to fill her plate with “nourishing foods instead of empty calories.” This approach focused on consistency and wellness rather than deprivation. According to People, Adele was intent on supporting her “long-term wellness.”
Exercise as a Daily Structure
Physical activity became a central part of Adele’s new routine. According to ABC News (ABC News), Adele began working out “two to three times a day.” Her sessions included “weights in the morning, a hike or boxing in the afternoon, then cardio at night.” She found that breaking up exercise into several sessions helped her maintain energy and avoid fatigue.
Adele said that exercise was never about losing weight alone. She saw regular training as a way to boost her “strength and confidence,” while also improving her mental health.
Mental Well-Being as a Priority
Throughout her weight loss journey, Adele placed significant emphasis on mental health. She told British Vogue that “it was never about losing weight.” Instead, physical training became a strategy to reduce anxiety and manage stress. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), physical activity increases endorphins and lowers stress hormones, which can help improve mood and mental clarity.
Adele’s experience suggests that her transformation was less about appearance and more about feeling “happier and more self-assured,” as observed by fans and reported by People. Her approach has been described as one built on “small, consistent habits—nourishing meals, daily movement and a commitment to both mind and body.”
