Alison Hammond Credits Boxing and Strength Training for Transformation

This Morning presenter Alison Hammond continues to inspire fans with her remarkable health journey, having lost 11 stone (approximately 70kg) over the last five years.

In a recent update shared in March 2026, the 51-year-old television star attributed her success to a consistent "old-school" fitness routine that includes grueling 6:30 AM circuit classes and twice-weekly boxing sessions.

Alison, who reached a peak weight of 28 stone, now weighs approximately 16.5 stone and has successfully reversed her pre-diabetic diagnosis.

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The turning point for Alison came in 2020 following the death of her mother, Maria, who also battled type 2 diabetes.

After an "embarrassing" incident on a flight where she felt forced to buy two seats, Alison committed to a sustainable lifestyle change rather than seeking quick fixes.

While many celebrities have turned to weight-loss injections like Ozempic, Alison has been vocal about her decision to avoid them, citing a personal fear of potential side effects and a preference for traditional exercise and portion control.

Alison’s fitness regimen, which she playfully refers to as a mix of "joy and horror," focuses on high-intensity resistance training rather than long, monotonous cardio sessions.

Her personal trainer, Ellis Gatfield, designed a program that prioritizes building lean muscle to boost her metabolism. A typical week for the presenter includes:

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Monday & Thursday: 30-minute resistance circuits (kettlebell swings, medicine ball slams, and weighted sled pushes).

Tuesday & Friday: 1-hour boxing sessions at an "old-school" gym.

Wednesday & Weekends: Active recovery, such as low-intensity walks or Reformer Pilates to improve flexibility.

Wednesday & Weekends: Active recovery, such as low-intensity walks or Reformer Pilates to improve flexibility.

The 10-minute boxing "finisher" at the end of her circuit sessions has become a particular favorite.

Using a "one-minute on, one-minute off" format, the workout challenges her cardiovascular endurance while helping her feel "absolutely incredible" and "powerful."

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Alison often shares snippets of these intense workouts on Instagram to encourage her followers to find forms of movement they genuinely enjoy.