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5 Simple Fitness Habits To Stay Toned Like Mariana Morais

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

5 Simple Fitness Habits To Stay Toned Like Mariana Morais
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Mariana Morais is showing off her ab-fab figure – in a two-piece exercise set. In a new social media post, the fitness influencer flaunts her fantastic figure in a brown sports bra and leggings. “Self Progress & Development is not always linear. Sometimes we take steps back & that’s just a sign to course correct so we can leap forward. If 2024 wasn’t the year you expected, use it as an opportunity to learn, grow, & carry on. It’s you VS you - continue to try, focus on consistency > perfection & you will prevail 🤎 rooting for us all to strengthen our mind & bodies this year,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.


Strength Training

Mariana relies on old-school strength training to keep her body toned. “Training till failure instead of reps + taking my ab routine up a notch by incorporating weighted exercises,” she wrote about one of her workout tactics. “I can feel my muscles being challenged and am in tune with my movements.” According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

  • Develop strong bones
  • Manage your weight
  • Enhance your quality of life
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Sharpen your thinking skills

Prioritizing Digestion and Getting Blood Work Done

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Other healthy habits? “Prioritizing digestion,” she writes in the same post. “Making sure I get enough fiber & starting off every morning with a juice cleanse. This has helped me feel so much better everyday.” She also gets regular blood work done. “So important to check your levels and know what’s going on in your body routinely! Don’t skip the doc apts, always better to be preventative.”

Hiking

Mariana enjoys hiking. “Elevation therapy,” she captioned a post from one of her fitness adventures. According to the National Parks Service, the physical benefits of hiking include:

  • Building stronger muscles and bones
  • Improving your sense of balance
  • Improving your heart health
  • Decreasing the risk of some respiratory issues

Pilates

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Mariana does reformer Pilates. “POV: Stepping into the prettiest torture chamber,” she wrote across a video of herself at the studio. Why is Pilates a good workout? According to the Mayo Clinic, the workout has many benefits, as it “strengthens the body's inner core while increasing its flexibility, resulting in improved overall health.” It can also promote longer, leaner muscles, injury prevention, stress and back pain relief, enhanced athletic performance, and heightened mind-body awareness.

Emsculpt NEO

Mariana recently got an aesthetic body treatment, Emsculpt NEO. “I’ve heard all the rage about the benefits to spot reducing fat & toning muscle so I had to give it a try to target those pesky lower abs. It was a 10/10 & a great addition to my workout routine,” she wrote.

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“The fit is beautiful,” commented one of her followers.

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Juliana Mota is getting the weekend started off right – in her exercise clothes. In a new social media post the bodybuilder flaunts her amazingly fit figure in a two-piece set, driving her followers wild. “The best way to start the weekend is with a new outfit,” she captioned the Instagram photo. “The fit is beautiful,” commented one of her followers. “On fire 🔥” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.


1. Protein and Clean Carbs

Juliana also maintains a healthy diet. “Focus on getting a good source of protein and clean carbs. My two favorite post-workout meals are chicken with rice or whey protein with cream of rice and berries. No secrets here—just simple, effective nutrition! 🥗If you want to maintain a healthy and feminine look, the ‘secret’ you’re searching for is on your plate,” she revealed in a post.

2. Being a Better Version of Herself

Juliana “used to have a very different view of competitions,” she writes in a post. “Today, the only thing I truly want is to become a better version of myself. I don’t care about the rivalry or the animosity between some athletes. I don’t care about comparisons. Even though I don’t care about these things, at the end of the day, it’s still a competition, and the show must go on. My advice is: don’t take anything personally. If someone tries to compare you with other athletes, remember that it’s just part of the game. Don’t take it personally because the results will be determined on stage by the judges. We’re all in the same field, striving for the same goals, maybe for different reasons, but we understand each other better than anyone else does. We may be rivals on stage, but respect and fairness should always be the most important aspects of our journey. Are you seeing the girl in the picture? She’s the only one I compare myself to. She’s come from so far away that everything she’s experiencing now feels like a dream, and she’s grateful for it. Does she want to win some shows? Oh, yes, she does. Does she work for it? Absolutely! And if she doesn’t win a specific show, she will evaluate what she can do to be even better in the next one. She’s ready to learn whatever she needs to keep improving. She’s here to experience situations, feelings, emotions—everything life has to offer. Tomorrow is just one more special moment she wants to live fully.”

3. Changing Intensity

Juliana regularly changes intensity with her workouts. “100 kg on Bulgarian SS 💥It’s not the first time I do it, I have cycles of training where I explore different qualities of my muscles and body. @trainedbyvicente even said, ‘You could have done more reps,’ but I didn’t want to push it too much 😅 it was the first exercise and I wasn’t wearing my knee sleeves or my belt. Guys, intensity is about the weight you use (heavier you lift more intensity you put on it) Everything else is just talk. Do you always need to train this way? No. Is this the only way that works? No. But make sure to periodize your training to use your STRENGTH at the right time,” she revealed in a post.

4. How to Get in Shape Quickly

Juliana revealed how to get in shape quickly. “Since I started my fitness journey, I’ve always tried to maintain a “decent” body fat level throughout the year. Every time I need to cut some weight, we’re talking about 5-6 kg (and half of this is just water retention). I’ve been consistent with my diet for 12 years now, and I’ve been training for 18 years since I started when I was 12 years old. 👶🏻 For someone who has a lot of weight to cut, or someone who is just starting their fitness journey, please be kind and patient with yourself,” she wrote, listing the following suggestions:

✅Start by determining your caloric intake for cutting.

✅Multiply your weight by 0.05 to find out the ideal amount of water and be VERY CONSISTENT with your water intake.

✅Make sure you have all the necessary vitamins and minerals in your diet.

✅Fiber is extremely important.

✅Manage your stress and get enough sleep to recover properly.

✅With all those points in place, add 2 caps of Hydroxycut in the morning before your fasted cardio (if you do it). If not, you can also take it before your training. Just make sure not to take it too close to bedtime to avoid affecting your sleep.

5. Hydration

Juliana makes sure to hydrate, especially because she spends so much time exercising. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

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Superman Star Maria Gabriela De Faria in Workout Gear is "Working Out With the Destroyer" 

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Maria Gabriela De Faria is training with Jennifer Holland – and looking super fit. In a new video shared by both of the stars, they break a sweat during an intense strength and weight training session. “Working out with the destroyer,” she captioned the clip. How does the Superman star maintain her fit physique? Here is everything you need to know about her diet and exercise routine.


1. Vegan Diet

María consumes zero animal products. Her veganism was inspired by her cat. “It might sound crazy but that’s how it all started,” she told Modern Wellness Guide. “I started thinking how crazy it was for me to love and care for my cat and at the same time pay for somebody to kill, cut, and package another animal who feels the same amount of pain, joy, happiness, and desires as my cat,” she said. “It’s a statement about peace, love, and kindness to every single being on the planet.” María’s vegan diet fuels her workouts. “It made me faster and stronger than ever and gave me all the energy I needed to wake up at 4 a.m., work out, and then go on a 16-hour work day,” she said.

2. Regular Hikes

You can often find María hiking, “one of the best ways to get exercise,” the National Parks Service says, Some of the physical benefits include building stronger muscles and bones, improving your sense of balance, improving your heart health, and decreasing the risk of certain respiratory problems. It also offers many mental health benefits, according to a Stanford University study.

3. She Sticks to Healthy Snacks

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María loves to snack. However, she makes sure to keep healthy snack on hand so she doesn’t reach for junk. “When I went fully vegan, I educated myself in terms of what to eat at different times and for different situations. Now I know that success comes with being prepared, so I don’t leave my place without nuts or fruit. It’s just that easy,” she told Modern Wellness Guide.

4. Strength and Weight Training

To get ready for Superman: Legacy she spent a lot of time at the gym: “Now you know why I’ve been working out like a crazy person.” Her routine consists of a lot of weight and strength training exercises, using hand weights and body weight.

5. Cooking

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María loves to cook. “It takes no time to cook some rice and roast some veggies,” she says. “Just eat what comes from the earth, like rice, quinoa, all types of beans, all kinds of veggies, all fruits, all the nuts,” she added, revealing that she also stays away from processed foods. “Make sure your food is full of color and life.”

6. Here Is Her Workout

In their workout video the women do “a combination of dumbbell squats and step ups,” says Kendra Gamble, HIT Fitness Training, Huntingdon Valley, PA, NPTI Certified Personal Trainer and Nutritional Consultant. They also do kneeling alternating ball slams and a “Plank up burpee but just without the jump at the end,” she says.

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Sofía Vergara is heating up social media in her swimsuit. In a new social media post the 51-year-old actress shows off her age-defying figure, wowwing her followers. “One week til first day of summer ☀️😍 get your bathing suit game ready,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. Here is how she approaches diet, fitness, and self-care to look half her age.


1. Pilates

Vergara, who has “bad knees,” uses the Pilates Megaformer for her workouts and trains with Jennifer Yates. “With this machine, I was able to figure out what worked for me. I don’t love it at all, but I love how my body’s changing,” she said. Why is pilates a good workout? According to the Mayo Clinic there are lots of benefits to the workout, as it “strengthens the body's inner core while increasing its flexibility resulting in improved overall health.” It can also promote longer, leaner muscles, injury prevention, relief from stress and back pain, enhanced athletic performance, and heightened mind-body awareness.

2. Balance with Food

Vergara “already changed [her] mentality about food” when she moved to Los Angeles in 2005. “If you live here, you can’t always order the high-fat dishes like pasta with truffles. You have a little sushi, and when you’re out with your girlfriends you order a nice salad,” she said. “When I do indulge, I exercise a bit harder the next day. My workout motto is really simple: No pain, no cake!”

3. Five Workouts a Week

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4. Glute Work

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“She loves working the butt,” Yates told People. “We do a lot of squats and deadlifts and a lunges [on the machine], and we do a lot of things off the machine as well. Recently we’ve been combining some of the heavier weights for the lower body because she’s trying to put a little more mass on, so we’ve been doing a lot of work with kettle bells. She’s really strong!”

5. Hotel Workouts

Vergara doesn’t skip workouts just because she is on vacation. “She’ll take weights and resistance bands with her,” says Yates.

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Ana de Armas is walking on the beach – and showing off her abs. In a new social media post the stunning actress flaunts her washboard abs in a crop top during a vacation on the shoreline. “Que bella!!!!!” one of her followers commented on the series of Instagram snaps. How does the star approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.


1. Meditation

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Ana meditates, she told Vogue . “I like it very much. When you start doing it and you're consistent with it, you realize how much it helps with all the things that come up for you,” she said. “It's been a very intense year for everybody and I thought that it was important to figure out a way in which I could create space to take time for myself to think, meditate, feel good and healthy.” “When you meditate, you may clear away the information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress,” says the Mayo Clinic. Benefits include:

  • Gaining a new perspective on stressful situations
  • Building skills to manage your stress
  • Increasing self-awareness
  • Focusing on the present
  • Reducing negative emotions
  • Increasing imagination and creativity
  • Increasing patience and tolerance
  • Lowering resting heart rate
  • Lowering resting blood pressure
  • Improving sleep quality

2. Pilates

Ana’s favorite workout? Pilates. She told Vogue that doing reformer, chair, and bench work is responsible for“keeping her “sane.” Why is pilates a good workout? According to the Mayo Clinic there are lots of benefits to the workout, as it “strengthens the body's inner core while increasing its flexibility resulting in improved overall health.” It can also promote longer, leaner muscles, injury prevention, relief from stress and back pain, enhanced athletic performance, and heightened mind-body awareness.

3. Moderate Approach to diet

You won’t find Ana on a drastic diet. “It’s hard not to get into that dynamic here, not to let them get inside your head. There are too many expectations,” she told People en Español about maintaining sanity in Hollywood. “The truth is that I’m not very disciplined with diets. In general, I do whatever makes me happy in life and food makes me quite happy!”

4. Exercises for Mental Health

Ana exercises for both physical and mental health benefits. “Exercise also makes me happy, but it has to be fun. I do something different every day — one day boxing, the next spinning or weight training — to not get bored,” she told People. Each week adults need 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity and 2 days of muscle-strengthening activity, according to the current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.

5. Recovery

Ana is a big fan of the Theragun Mini. “I hold all of my tension in my shoulders and my legs, and this device is truly incredible. I have two of them: the big one is very intense, and someone has to use it on you; but I also have a mini that I travel with,” she told Vogue. “It’s a triangle shape that fits anywhere—in all of my purses—and I bring it with me on the plane, to set, to my trailer. Especially on this movie, there’s so much action, and this is great for a warm-up before we start the choreography as it activates everything, and you can use it again to cool down. It’s a good complement to Epsom salts and arnica cream as it helps the muscles to relax.”

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MMA Star Claudia Gadelha In Workout Gear Is “Back and Stronger Than Ever”

"This comeback isn’t just about stepping back into the cage..."

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MMA star Claudia Gadelha is making her grand return to the MMA world. Gadelha, 35, shared the news via an Instagram post of her sparring in shorts and a sports bra. “I’m thrilled to announce my official comeback to the MMA scene! After years of grinding different and newfound hobbies, the call of the octagon never truly left me. With a renewed sense of passion and purpose, I’m ready to put my gloves back on once again. This comeback isn’t just about stepping back into the cage; it’s about reclaiming my place among the best, pushing boundaries, and inspiring others to never give up on their dreams. So, get ready for an epic return to the action-packed world of MMA – I’m back and stronger than ever! 💪” she captioned the post. Here’s how the fighter stays fit, strong, and ready to get back into the ring.


1. Rest and Recovery

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Gadelha says her pre-match routine is based on recovery and a good diet. “I try to prioritize recovery today, more than when I was in Brazil, because I didn't know anything about it,” she told Thorne. “All I did was go hard every day. The UFC PI has been teaching me a lot about recovery and now it’s a must for me. I meditate for 5 to 10 minutes and write down my goals for my sessions I have during the day.”

2. Big Brazilian Breakfast

Gadelha enjoys a big breakfast to fuel her training. “I love my breakfast, so I cook a very nice Brazilian breakfast every morning to be nourished for my hardest session, which is always in the a.m.,” she told Thorne. “I love waking up to a nice cardio session, so even on my rest days, I wake up and go for a nice run or a high intensity session. I work out two to three times a day. Usually a strength and conditioning session and two technical sessions.”

3. Healthy Lifestyle

Gadelha isn’t interested in a “summer body”—she wants a strong body for all seasons. “Wherever I am in the world I will always find a place to go take care of my body and my mind,” she captioned an Instagram post. “Gyms, yoga studios, healthy restaurants and outside activities are always in my search. Because my health is not a summer project, it’s my lifestyle.”

4. Workout Regimen

Gadelha genuinely loves working out. “I train 6 days per week, with 2-3 sessions per day,” she told The Abs Company. “The training intensity goes up a lot in Fight Camp, with 3 hard sessions per day. I tend to do 75 percent cardio, and 25 percent strength training. I love to workout! It makes me feel so good during and after. I really feel satisfied after a good workout..and have that great feeling of accomplishment when I’m done. I like to use the X3S to work my abs. I only do X3S type of movements for my ab training.”

5. Tea and Supplements

Gadelha takes Thorne supplements as part of her health and wellness regimen. “I have been trying to learn new ways for helping my body and brain stop a little bit so I can rest, but my nonstop mindset can keep me away from a good night’s sleep sometimes,” she told Thorne. “I didn't care when I was younger, but now I know how important a good night of sleep is for my health and recovery, so I do everything I can to have a good night of sleep. I put my cell phone away, drink a hot tea, and take my Thorne Melaton-3 around 9 p.m. to be able to sleep at least eight hours every night.”

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Racer Bianca Bustamante Shows Off Her Strength

Racecar driver Bianca Bustamante shares her top lifestyle tips for diet, fitness, and self-care in 2025.

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Bianca Bustamante is revving up her engine in 2025 – in her workout gear. In a new social media post, the racecar driver reveals she is taking “the next major step” in her physical journey as a race driver “and I’ve set the target high!” she says in a new Instagram post, filled with video clips of herself lifting heavy weights at the gym. “Never been more motivated in my life, it’s not physically easy for a girl in this sport, but I’m super excited to take on this new challenge and the next big step on my racing journey,” she added. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Lifting Weights

Bianca spends hours at the gym where she focuses on strength training along with endurance, cardio, reaction time, and reflexes. “You know, to be a driver, it’s a complete package. It takes strength. It takes mental fortitude. It takes reflexes, smart thinking, and survival skills,” she told MEGA Active. “Sometimes it's for the body, sometimes it's for the mind. Nothing more peaceful than early sessions,” she captioned an Instagram post of one of her sessions.

Double Down On Training

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In her recent post, Bianca reveals that she working extra hard at the gym. “I’ve been working hard over the years to build a solid foundation, but in 2025, I’ll be working with @j_w_90 and I’m doubling down on my training. Increasing to two workouts a day not just on lifts but aerobic endurance, as well as a better focus on nutrition and rest, in order to raise the bar to compete in the higher formulas,” she said.

Fueling Your Body With Protein

Bianca makes sure to eat enough protein in order to build more muscle and stay as lean as possible to meet the weight requirement. “It’s been a really cool journey seeing my body develop and transform into this whole different person I never knew I could become,” she said. In her new post she added that she is meal prepping. “I’m soooo all in that im even learning how to cook & meal prep better than ever before,” she writes.

Taking Cold Plunges

As for recovery, cold plunging is part of Bianca’s training regime. Limited research supports the benefits of cold plunges, which may include easing sore muscles, bringing body temperature down, increasing focus, improving sleep, and decreasing inflammation, per the Cleveland Clinic. However, a 2021 study found that cold water immersion therapy promotes post-sport recovery.

Working On Self-Esteem

Positive self-talk is also important. “Of course, I put a lot of pressure on myself, but in the end, I always tell myself that as long as I give my best and I learn from it, any mistake I make is valid,” Bianca explained. “I always try to repeat that to myself that I am valid. I’m here for a reason and there’s nothing I would rather do than be here.”

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Brenda Perlaza Shows Off Incredible Figure Going "Viral"

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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Brenda Perlaza is flaunting her fantastic figure in a tiny bikini. In a new social media post the influencer, who calls herself La Barbie Negra, looks flawless as she poses on the beach in a neon yellow swimsuit. “#viral,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. “Wow Wow,” one of her followers commented, while several others added fire emojis. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Jogging

Brenda enjoys jogging. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say.

Walking Her Dog

She also takes her dog on long walks. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day reduced the risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

Dancing

You can also find Brenda dancing to burn calories. Dancing is an excellent workout for many reasons. It builds strength and promotes flexibility, helps you lose weight, and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop or die from heart disease than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues

Swimming

Brenda spends a lot of time in her swimsuit so it isn’t surprising she loves to swim. According to the CDC, swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity. Just two and a half hours per week of aerobic physical activity, such as swimming, bicycling, or running, can decrease the risk of chronic illnesses. In addition to the many physical benefits, multiple studies support the mental health benefits of swimming.

Hydration

Finally, Brenda hydrates, especially after a long workout or sun exposure. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is essential for various reasons. Water helps eliminate waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature regular, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

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Model and influencer Claudia Romani isn’t just making waves with her glamorous beachside posts—she’s living the healthy lifestyle to match. Recently, Romani shared a video on Instagram, taking a refreshing dip in the pool with the caption, “Kisses from the 305.” But her fitness routine goes beyond just swimming. From her plant-based diet to her dedication to animal welfare, Romani’s habits reflect a balanced approach to wellness that keeps her looking and feeling her best. Here are the five key ways Claudia Romani stays in shape while living life to the fullest.

She Swims

As you can see from her Instagram post, Romani likes to go to the beach. Naturally, she likes to swim to keep herself in shape. Romani shared this video on Instagram of herself taking a dip in a pool. She captioned it, “Kisses from the 305.” According to The Cleveland Clinic, swimming has a lot of health benefits. “Like other forms of cardio, swimming can help you burn calories and lose weight. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a 154-pound person who swims slow freestyle laps for 30 minutes burns 255 calories. But that amount varies depending on your weight, speed and stroke.”

She's Vegan

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Romani is open about following a vegan diet. She shares a lot of posts on her Instagram story highlights of herself enjoying vegan foods. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine states that being vegan has a lot of health benefits. “Overall, nutrition from plant-based diets is typically of higher quality than omnivorous diets, as assessed by the Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI).28 A whole food plant-based (WFPB) diet is one made up of predominantly unprocessed fruits, vegetables, whole grains legumes, nuts and seeds, and excludes animal foods, with certain selective supplementation of vitamins B12. Sometimes D. Intentionally planned, WFPB diets provide sufficient nutrient intakes for all stages of life and can be therapeutic for chronic disease and overall health and healing.29 The plant-based dietary pattern protects against overconsumption of nutrients that lead to obesity and disease,30 particularly animal protein, saturated fat,31 trans-fats, cholesterol simple sugars,32 and sodium.33, 34”

She Loves Salads

Vegan Cobb Salad

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A vegan food that Romani enjoys is salad. She shared this Instagram story of herself enjoying a vegan cobb salad. Bupa states that salad is very beneficial. “Salads can contain several foods which are prebiotics. These are foods which act as fuel for healthy bacteria. It also provides a type of indigestible fibre, which can be beneficial for your gut health. Foods to consider including in your salad can be onions, garlic, kale, carrots, and asparagus.”

She Works Out Consistently

Photo of a Crunch Fitness

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Romani makes sure to work out on a regular basis. She shares a lot of Instagram stories in her highlights of herself at the gym. The Mayo Clinic says that regular exercise is extremely important. “Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help you keep off lost weight. When you take part in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don't worry if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day. Any amount of activity is better than none. To gain the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day. For example, take the

She Supports Animals

Romani has her own charity, Help Miami Cats. She talked about how she started this in the caption of this Instagram post. “❤️ Guys!!!! I have always loved cats and had many growing up. When I moved to Miami Beach I met a great calico named Chacha and learnt that cats were brought to the city by Mayor Lummus … against rodents. Cats rely on volunteers for their food and water and there’s a huge amount of them. There’s a city program to Spay and neuter with the wonderful @sobecats ladies and the feeding is made official by a City Sanctioned badge, yet new cats keep getting dumped daily sadly and there’s a never ending amount of work, emergencies and so on. I was on a feeding rotation but during the pandemic I was left alone caring for so many as people left town or couldn’t afford feeding anymore …I decided to start my own non profit @helpmiamicats . We feed close to 200 and when Batman got paralyzed took him and other special needs cats under my care … @stevensachs69 with the cat room and the amazing people involved devote their lives to these special souls … My life has changed a lot too … way less spare time, way more sweat and tears and lost the person I had by my side who had sadly other priorities … yet gained so much love from these lovely creatures !!! If you can please get involved in any way … follow @helpmiamicats , share, volunteer, adopt … donate … Only together we can make their world a better place !!! And yes … just me feeding the kitties and talking to them … 🤷🏻♀️👀😆❤️🙌”