> At a Glance
> – Paul Hollywood posted a Jan. 1 Instagram video revealing his 2026 resolutions
> – The Great British Baking Show judge vows to “get fitter” through daily walks rather than running
> – His baking goal: keep the oven clean so cakes rise properly without collapsing
> – Why it matters: Fans get a rare peek at the TV judge’s personal routine and professional tips
Paul Hollywood is starting 2026 with two simple promises to himself-walk more and scrub his oven door.
Fitness First
In a New Year’s Day Instagram clip, the 59-year-old celebrity chef said he’s already “lost a little bit of weight” and plans to keep the momentum going. Walking, not running, is his preferred method.
> Paul Hollywood explained:
> “I think walking regularly is good for me. I’m not really into running.”
Oven-Cleaning Crusade
His second resolution targets the appliance that made him famous.
- Wipe the glass so you can peek without opening the door
- Keep heaters clear of crumbs for proper air flow
- A clean seal prevents heat loss that deflates sponges
> “So you don’t have to open the door, reduce the temperature and everything collapses and stays longer in the oven and dries out and it’s not good,” he said.
True to his word, Hollywood boasts his own oven is now “immaculate.”
Holiday Reunion
The GBBO team recently reunited for two seasonal specials filmed after the 2025 finale:
- The Great Peep Show Christmas Bake Off featured Olivia Colman and other stars of the cult comedy
- The Great New Year’s Bake Off paired past fan-favorites such as Andy Ryan, Nelly Ghaffar, Val Stones, Selasi Gbormittah, Briony May Williams, Tasha Stones, Giuseppe Dell’Anno, and Rahul Mandal
Key Takeaways
- Hollywood’s fitness plan relies on low-impact daily walks
- A clean oven door equals better bakes, he insists
- GBBO holiday specials are still rolling after the main season ends
Whether viewers copy his walking routine or simply admire his spotless oven, Hollywood’s straightforward resolutions prove even TV judges keep it simple when January arrives.
