At 62, Demi Moore is reflecting on the intense physical demands she placed on her body at the height of her career. Having played iconic roles in Striptease and G.I. Jane, Moore admits that her early dedication to fitness came at a cost. Her workouts were extreme, driven by a desire to meet Hollywood’s expectations.
In a recent interview with People, Moore opened up about the mental toll of pushing herself too hard. She biked 26 miles from Malibu to Paramount, obsessed with perfecting her appearance. Now, she sees that phase as self-punishment, fueled by insecurity and industry pressure. Today, her focus is on wellness, not appearance, and she’s embracing a much gentler approach to health.
Demi Moore reflects on her physical transformation
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In her cover story for PEOPLE’s World’s Most Beautiful issue, Demi Moore shared her journey toward body acceptance. She admitted that in the past, she had a harsh, antagonistic relationship with her body. The extreme regimens she followed were less about strength and more about control, which she now sees as a form of self-torment.
The cultural relevance Moore once had came with a heavy burden. She had built a body that suited tough roles, but not her spirit. After wrapping G.I. Jane, Moore realized she didn’t want to wear that strength; she wanted to feel it internally. That marked the beginning of her healing and self-acceptance journey.
Embracing age and inner wellness
Today, Moore embraces a more intuitive, compassionate connection with her body. She also listens to what it desires, whether sleep, food, or exercise, and no longer tries to order it around or shape it. She starts each day with meditation, journaling, and clean eating these days, something a far cry from her intense Hollywood boot camp days.
Getting old in the spotlight has not been easy, but Moore now has a different attitude. She embraces imperfections without letting them define her worth. To her, beauty is about acceptance, gratitude, and the power of presence.