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When it comes to staying in shape, celebrities don’t always stick to treadmills and dumbbells. 

In fact, some of their go-to workout tools are so unexpected, you might walk right past them at Target without a second thought. 

Whether it’s to save time, add variety, or just have a little more fun while breaking a sweat, stars are turning to fitness gadgets that are anything but ordinary. 

And the best part? Many of these ‘wild’ products are surprisingly accessible to non-famous folks, too.

From weighted hula hoops to ankle weights worn during your morning coffee run, celebs have found clever ways to sneak fitness into their daily routines. 

Some use playful methods like bouncing on mini trampolines to get their cardio in, while others rely on high-tech or studio-grade equipment like the Pilates Cadillac to sculpt their bodies. 

These tools might look unconventional, but the results speak for themselves – and so do the A-listers who swear by them.

If you’ve ever felt bored by your usual gym routine or just want to work out like a Kardashian for once, here’s a roundup of the most unexpected fitness tools celebrities use in a crunch.

Heidi Klum’s Weighted Hula Hoop Workout Heidi Klum proves hula hooping isn’t just for kids - it’s her secret to a strong core

Heidi Klum proves hula hooping isn’t just for kids – it’s her secret to a strong core 

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Heidi credited hula hooping as part of her low-impact fitness mix during quarantine, calling it a ‘great low‑impact option’ paired with trampoline moves to stay active while staying home.

The Gaiam Weighted Fitness Hoop adds resistance to her core routine – making a traditionally playful prop into a serious burn tool.

Plus, it’s only $23.99, making it a super affordable option. 

Khloé Kardashian’s BOSU Ball Circuit Khloé Kardashian keeps her workouts anything but basic with this balance-testing Bosu ball

Khloé Kardashian keeps her workouts anything but basic with this balance-testing Bosu ball 

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Khloe Kardashian’s trainer Don-A-Matrix includes BOSU ball split‑squat jumps, battle ropes and plank pikes in her regimen to target legs, glutes and core all at once Glamour.

The rounded BOSU ball challenges balance and engages stabilizing muscles – a creative twist on standard strength training.

You can either find these at your gym or invest in one for yourself for $139.99

Kourtney Kardashian’s Pilates Cadillac Routine Kourtney Kardashian levels up her Pilates game with this luxe, studio-grade reformer

Kourtney Kardashian levels up her Pilates game with this luxe, studio-grade reformer 

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Kourtney Kardashian frequently shares Pilates sessions online, including work on the Pilates Cadillac, a spring‑loaded trapeze-style rig that enhances core strength and stability under resistance.

She’s even posted videos on her Instagram, demonstrating complex moves on this customizable apparatus.

This is definitely a luxury purchase, but if you don’t want to pay for a Pilates membership, you can own one of these for $5,995.  

Melania Trump’s Ankle-Weight Everyday Movement Melania adds subtle resistance with ankle weights she wears while going about her day

Melania adds subtle resistance with ankle weights she wears while going about her day 

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Melania has reportedly worn ankle weights throughout her usual household routine -simply walking around the White House – to tone her legs even while at home.

Those discreet ankle weights are said to boost calorie burn by up to 15 percent, blending convenience with low-key resistance.

While there are plenty of variations of these ankle weights, these bala ones will run you $103.50.

Kate Hudson’s Mini Trampoline Workouts Kate Hudson gets her cardio fix by bouncing through workouts on a mini trampoline

Kate Hudson gets her cardio fix by bouncing through workouts on a mini trampoline 

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Kate Hudson has promoted trampoline (or rebounder) workouts as part of her fitness philosophy – especially for lymphatic health and cardio conditioning.

A mini trampoline adds springy energy to routines, turning impact-free bouncing into both fun and functional movement.

You can get in on the action for just $54.  

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