STRONG IS Sexy

Heidi Montag’s idea of the perfect body has changed significantly over the years.

- JAIME HARKIN

“I used to want skinny legs and thegap in between the thighs — I thought that was such a staple of being fit,” she tells Us. “Now my opinion of what’s sexy and what’s healthy is so different.”

After giving birth to her second child, son Ryker, in November 2022, the Hills alum, 37, decided to up her workout game. (She also shares son Gunner, 6, with husband Spencer Pratt.) She cut down on sugar, bread and alcohol and started using Hydroxycut. She’s down 22 pounds in three months and feels better than she has in years. “I love how strong and toned my arms are,” says Montag. “It’s been really fun to flex for my husband. I’m like, ‘Yeah, look at these!’ This is the best I’ve ever felt.”

You look great!

Thank you! Getting stronger was my main goal. I’m all about longevity and a sustainable health program. For me, it’s not about the weight, though; it’s about strength.

Are you surprised by how much your body has changed?

I am in a very good way. I didn’t have an expectation of how my body would look after two children. When I look in the mirror, I’m thrilled.

Is this the most confident you’ve ever been?

Yes, especially considering my age. I can’t really compare myself to when I was 20, lifting weights and having a perfectly flat stomach. I’m not going to have the same body, and that’s OK. I look at someone like Jennifer Lopez, and that makes me think you can be hot and fit and older and timeless.

How exactly did you do it?