Jessica Biel recently addressed the widespread admiration for her exceptionally toned physique in a white dress from her Prime Video thriller series, The Better Sister, by offering a candid “reality check” to fans. Her honest TikTok video, posted on July 10, emphasized that the “peak shape” seen on screen is not easily maintainable and requires an extremely rigid lifestyle.
The Viral Moment: Jessica Biel’s White Dress
The buzz began with a clip from The Better Sister‘s opening scene, where Biel’s character, Chloe, appears in a backless, sleeveless Proenza Schouler white dress, prominently showcasing her sculpted back and arms. The footage quickly circulated on platforms like TikTok, with many fans marveling at her physique and expressing a desire to achieve a similar look. Comments and requests for her workout routine flooded social media, highlighting the aspirational nature of her on-screen appearance.
Jessica Biel’s Candid “Reality Check”
Responding to the overwhelming fan reaction, Biel, 43, took to TikTok to provide a dose of honesty about the intense dedication required to achieve such a look. She explained that the “peak shape” in the show “is not maintainable unless you are living the strictest, most rigid lifestyle with your nutrition and with your fitness.” Biel openly admitted that even she, despite her athletic history and access to top resources, cannot sustain that level of conditioning indefinitely.
The Demands of Filming
Biel further elaborated that achieving that specific physical condition for The Better Sister involved what she jokingly referred to as “food jail,” consisting of a strict diet of “tomato jail and cucumber jail,” alongside extensive cardio and arm exercises. She also mentioned using a significant amount of Epsom salt. This intense regimen was a temporary push for filming specific scenes, a state she does not live in constantly.
Prioritizing Strength and Health Over Fleeting Aesthetics
Beyond simply managing expectations, Biel used the opportunity to advocate for a more sustainable approach to fitness, particularly for women as they age. She emphasized the importance of building muscle strength and flexibility, shifting the focus from purely aesthetic goals to overall health and well-being.
Sharing a Sustainable Workout
While cautioning against the unrealistic pursuit of a constant “peak shape,” Biel did share a sample lower-body workout routine she is currently doing to get back into shape for the show. This routine, taught by her fitness guru Ashley Brown, included dumbbell exercises like hip thrusts and Romanian deadlifts, as well as stability ball curls and banded kickbacks. She performed these exercises, demonstrating proper form, and even left in moments of being out of breath, acknowledging, “my body’s not twenty years old anymore, you know?”
Fan Reception to Biel’s Honesty
Biel’s transparency was widely praised by viewers, who commended her for “keeping it real” and being a “great advocate for women.” Many expressed gratitude for her honest insights, recognizing the importance of such candid discussions from celebrities. Her message resonated deeply, encouraging fans to pursue health and strength in a realistic and sustainable manner. Biel concluded her video with an empowering message: “Let’s get older and stronger together.”
