Lenny Kravitz gauges fitness by pants fit

Rock star Lenny Kravitz, 62, has detailed the unconventional and practical fitness philosophy that maintains his famously sculpted physique, emphasizing natural methods and a simple, honest gauge of his progress: his pants. In a cover interview for Men's Health magazine published on July 14, the Grammy-winning singer explained his approach to health and his unique workout attire.

Kravitz revealed he does not use technology to track his fitness, instead relying on the fit of his 28-inch waist pants. He credited actor Denzel Washington with the mantra that guides him. "I can gauge everything by how I'm in my pants," Kravitz said. "Like, if my pants are a little tight, I know I'm getting outta shape. My friend Denzel Washington gave me this phrase, 'The pants don't lie, the pants don't lie.'"

This practical mindset extends to his workout wardrobe. Kravitz, known for performing on stage in leather and denim, often trains in the same clothing. "I perform onstage in leather, denim, whatever, so those are the pants I wear to train," he said. "It also means I can fit in a workout anytime, anywhere." He clarified that he only wears such pants for weight training, opting for sweats during...