Ivanka Trump’s New Water Workout Could Promote Healthy Aging, Expert Says

Ivanka Trump, daughter of President Donald Trump, has been exercising in the water.

The 44-year-old mother of three has been open about her active lifestyle, which has included resistance training, racquet sports and jiu-jitsu lessons for the entire family, as News Digital has reported.

Recently, Trump has been seen rowing in her home state of Florida. She was photographed in the water wearing a black sporty mini dress with a visor and matching sunglasses on November 15.

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In an Instagram post last year, Trump shared a video of his workout routine with various equipment at the gym, noting in the caption that he used to focus primarily on cardio, yoga and Pilates.

“Since moving to Miami, I have shifted my focus toward weightlifting and resistance training, and it has been transformative in helping me build muscle and change my body composition in ways I hadn’t imagined,” he wrote.

“I believe in a strength training approach based on basic, time-tested and simple movements: squats, deadlifts, hinges, pushes and pulls. These are the cornerstones of my training, emphasizing lifelong functional strength.”

Los Angeles-based celebrity personal trainer Kollins Ezekh, who also paddleboards, spoke to News Digital about the health benefits of the activity.

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“When I’m on the board, I feel like my whole body is working, but the first muscles that light up are my core and lats,” he said. “Every time you pull the paddle through the water, you’re basically doing a controlled lateral pull. My shoulders and upper back always feel it the next day.”

The activity also works the lower body. “Your legs are doing a lot of work quietly; my glutes and hips are constantly activating just to keep me balanced, especially if there’s even a small ripple in the water,” Ezekh said.

Rachel Williamson, a physical therapist at UCHealth Rocky Mountain Medical Center who rows frequently, added that the activity also helps improve balance, which tends to decline with age.

“You have to use all those stabilizing muscles that you don’t often use on a daily basis,” he said. “You’re not standing on solid ground, it’s unpredictable.”

He also said: “We should continue to do things that challenge our balance as a way of looking ahead and preventing falls.”

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Ezekh agreed, noting that the body constantly makes “small micro-adjustments,” which improves balance and coordination.

“And because you have to stay upright and open with your chest when you row, people naturally start standing up straighter after a few sessions,” he told News Digital.

Rowing is a form of “double task” (using physical and mental strength at the same time) that promotes brain health and critical thinking, Williamson noted.

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“If we don’t challenge the brain, we will start to regress,” he said. “That’s why doing crossword puzzles helps keep the brain alert. When we stop challenging, cognitive deficits begin to show. We need to continue challenging our body and brain to receive preventive care later in life.”

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According to the expert, rowing can also promote mindfulness and relaxation. Over time, this can reduce stress and decrease inflammation that can lead to chronic diseases.

For those who want to try rowing for the first time, Ezekh said it’s important not to try to “muscle everything” with your arms.

“The first time I went, I made that mistake and my lower back let me know,” he said. “Once you learn to bend your knees, keep your core tight, and pull with your lats, it becomes much smoother.”

“Starting in calm water and wearing a life jacket is just smart, especially if someone is nervous,” he added.

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Those who paddle board twice a week will begin to notice a stronger core, as well as better posture and balance.

“Even once a week helps, as long as they’re consistent,” Ezekh said. “I’ve seen clients make great strides without going overboard.”

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The activity is suitable for all ages and levels of physical condition, he highlighted.

“I’ve seen kids, seniors, total beginners – everyone seems to find their own rhythm on the board,” Ezekh said. “You can make it relaxing or make it a legit workout. You’ll find yourself wherever you are.”

News Digital has reached out to Ivanka Trump’s representatives for comment.