Kim Kardashian is known for her disciplined fitness routine, but a recent post on X reignited debate over just how much of her physique is the result of hours in the gym versus cosmetic procedures.
The viral clip showed the 45-year-old reality star training in a black workout set while performing glute-focused exercises using a barbell and resistance rope to build strength and target her lower body.
Although the mom of four has long documented her commitment to fitness, the user who shared the video wrote, “Kim Kardashian spent excessive money altering almost every part of her body to make it look this perfect, and yet indulges in terrific workout sessions.”
Kim Kardashian spent excessive money in altering almost every parts of her body, to make it look this perfect and while yet indulges in terrific workout session to improve and maintain her shape. pic.twitter.com/Q8WO8Clgx2
— PHOENIX 30BG (@30bgphoenixx) July 13, 2026
Social Media Reacts To Kim’s Workout Video
The post quickly drew mixed reactions.
One person responded with a metaphor, writing, “Built her castle with gold, now sculpts the gardens with sweat and grace.”
Another was more skeptical, commenting, “That doesn’t look strenuous but a great photo op.”
While the Skims mogul has publicly acknowledged using Botox and skin-tightening treatments such as Morpheus8, she has consistently denied undergoing many of the cosmetic procedures that have long been speculated about.
Over the years, plastic surgeons who have commented publicly on her appearance have suggested she may have undergone body contouring procedures, including a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), which uses a patient’s own fat rather than silicone implants. Kim famously underwent an X-ray on Keeping Up With the Kardashians to show she did not have silicone butt implants, though experts have noted that an X-ray would not rule out a fat transfer.
Her changing figure has also fueled speculation about breast augmentation, with some cosmetic surgeons pointing to her fuller bust over the years as a possible sign of implants, although Kim has never confirmed having the procedure.
The actress has been more open about non-surgical treatments, previously revealing she uses Morpheus8, a radiofrequency microneedling treatment designed to tighten and smooth the skin. She has also credited laser treatments for improving the appearance of her abdomen. Meanwhile, some plastic surgeons have speculated that liposuction may have contributed to her notably defined waistline, though Kim has never publicly confirmed undergoing the procedure.
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Kim Opens Up About Her Updated Workout Routine
Regardless of the online debate, Kim has been open for years about the amount of work she puts into maintaining her physique.
Speaking to Vogue in September, the SKIMS founder revealed that weight training is the foundation of her workouts.
“I’m a big weightlifter, so I do lots of weights,” Kim said. “I’ve had some back issues, so I’ve had to readjust some of my workouts. But I have to do lower body in order to stay toned.”
She explained that she rotates muscle groups throughout the week.
“I do a few days of upper body. I usually pick a body part, and we stick to that for the day. I do an hour and a half a day, with weights and stretching, and a little bit of cardio.”
Kim also shared that Pilates has become an important part of her routine, particularly for managing her back pain.
“I love Pilates,” she said. “I find when I don’t incorporate Pilates at least once a week, I can feel it in my back. I definitely need that lengthening and stretching.”
