Jennifer Aniston and Jennifer Lopez 'trying to one up each other for years' over having fittest body

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jennifer Aniston and Jennifer Lopez are two of Hollywood's most iconic stars - each celebrated for their talent, beauty, and dedication to health and fitness.

However, a new report suggests that the two have also been silently engaged in a long-standing rivalry, with both stars vying to claim the title of the industry's hottest and fittest leading lady over 50.

This competition, according to an exclusive source for Life & Style, has been simmering for years, with each actor seizing opportunities to display their enviable physiques and showcase their prowess as top Hollywood icons.

Jennifer Aniston and Jennifer Lopez silently engaged in long-standing rivalry for fittest leading lady

While Aniston and Lopez may exchange pleasantries in public, insiders report that their interactions often mask an underlying tension.

“They always fake it and play nice whenever they cross paths, but it’s an open secret they don’t have a lot of time for each other; they’re in different worlds,” a source told Life & Style.

Though Aniston and Lopez have rarely collaborated or shared the screen, both women have dominated the entertainment industry in their own ways, building successful brands and amassing legions of loyal fans.

This "Hollywood body war" between the two has reportedly intensified as they’ve both hit their 50s, with each star putting increased effort into their health and fitness routines.

“One thing they do have in common is that they’re both really competitive and ferocious about being the top dog in the Hollywood body wars,” the insider continued.

“They’ve been trying to one up each other for years. Now that they’re both over 50 and the pool in their age group has gotten smaller, they’re even more laser-focused on each other.”

Aniston, 55, has been increasingly open about her commitment to health.

In October, she offered a behind-the-scenes look into her workout routine with Pvolve, a fitness program she became involved with in 2023 after practicing it for three years.

Her Instagram post showed her in a sleek black dress, before transitioning to clips of her in a black bra top and leggings, performing intense exercises that accentuated her toned physique.

The wind blowing through her hair as she worked out highlighted her well-defined abs, a testament to her disciplined workout routine.

Lopez, also 55, has kept pace with Aniston’s public displays, especially in light of her highly publicized divorce from Ben Affleck in August.

In an Interview magazine photoshoot following the split, Lopez posed topless, wearing only leopard-print bikini bottoms and matching gloves that she strategically placed across her chest.

Jennifer Aniston and Jennifer Lopez's rivalry's motivations extend beyond health and wellness

As the pair steps up their public displays of strength and fitness, sources close to the stars suggest that their motivations extend beyond simple health and wellness.

The insider noted, “They’re both obsessive about their bodies and looking hot. Being named to all the ‘hot’ lists is something they’re both always striving for. Sure, they’re passionate about health and wellness, but make no mistake, it’s looking sexy that gives them the biggest thrill.”

In an industry where looks and fitness often shape public image and career longevity, Aniston and Lopez seem acutely aware of each other’s moves.

“It’s no coincidence that they try and do shoots to one up each other, as far as timing and looking better; it’s all very calculated and catty,” the source revealed.

Lopez, known for her fierce dedication to fitness and meticulous red carpet presence, has even hinted at her competitive edge in the past.

According to the insider, “J Lo doesn’t really try to hide her competitive side; she lets it be known she wants to be number one.”

In contrast, Aniston tends to downplay any outward rivalry.

As the source explains, “Jen tries to come off as though she doesn’t pay attention to all of it, but truth be told, they’re both very consumed by it and always looking out for the competition, which means they do keep a very close eye on each other.”

Publicly, both stars have been complimentary of each other, at least to a degree.

In a 2021 interview with InStyle, Aniston even commented on Lopez’s powerful presence on the red carpet, saying, “You know who I think masters the red carpet? J Lo. I want to know what gives her the look like she’s about to be seething. It’s amazing.”