Christina Aguilera has reportedly intensified her fitness routine, striving to stay competitive with younger pop stars. According to Life & Style, this new focus on fitness has led some to wonder whether the 42-year-old singer is taking things too far.
A source close to Aguilera shared, “Christina has been losing weight for the past year and is feeling more confident than she has in ages.” However, the insider added that some people are now concerned about her noticeable transformation. “She looks smaller than she did in her teen years! It’s really shocking to see in person,” the source remarked.
Despite Aguilera’s long-standing advocacy for body positivity, the source explained that the pressure to compete with younger stars in the industry is still weighing on her. “Christina has always been body-positive, no matter her size. But the reality is that she does feel some pressure to compete with the younger pop stars,” the insider concluded.
Aguilera’s weight loss journey mirrors those of other celebrities, like Lizzo, who has also faced challenges in her efforts to shed pounds. Lizzo’s attempts to reach her ideal size have been hampered by criticism on social media, adding another layer of pressure for public figures striving to balance body positivity with personal fitness goals.
While Aguilera’s fitness efforts may stem from a desire to feel her best, the scrutiny surrounding her transformation highlights the challenges that come with being a veteran artist in an industry often focused on youth and appearance.