Alex Aust Shares Swimsuit Photo Feeling "Beyond Grateful"

Alex Aust is celebrating the New Year in her swimsuit. In a recent social media post the lacrosse star-slash-fitness instructor shows off her amazing body in a “most liked of 2023” Instagram post – also flaunting her body in a bathing suit. “Thank you all for following along on all of my life’s adventures - full of smiles, lacrosse, travel & love 😁🫶🏽☀️ cannot wait to fill 2024 with more of the same!! Beyond grateful!” she captioned the post. How does the professional athlete approach health and fitness? Celebwell rounded up her top lifestyle habits.

1. Coffee

Alex is a coffee drinker. She adds Inulin to her coffee, she revealed to Now Foods. According to the Cleveland Clinic, there are several benefits of drinking coffee in moderation. “It acts on your brain to improve memory, mood, reaction times, and mental function,” they say, citing a study finding that caffeine can improve endurance and performance during exercise. It is also antioxidant-rich, can ward off diabetes, prevent neurologic disease, lower cancer risk, and ward off depression, they point out.

2. Lacrosse, Yoga, and HIIT Workouts

Inspired by sports, Alex started an online fitness community. “Through playing lacrosse, I’ve found that nothing bonds and lifts people up more than sweating together,” she told Pro Lacrosse Talk. Most of her workouts are weight and strength training, like HIIT, and yoga.

3. Walking

Alex is a walker. You can find her walking her dog daily, a game changer in terms of exercise, 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 led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

4. Pickleball

Alex loves playing pickleball and even competes in tournaments. The racquet sport is very similar to tennis, which blends together cardio and aerobic exercise, as there is a lot of running around, and hand-eye coordination, says ACE Fitness.

5. Here Is Her Tabata Blaster Workouts

Alex shared her Tabata Blaster workout with Now Foods. She explains that you need to do it “20 seconds ON/10 seconds OFF, 4x through.”

• Jump squats
• Pushups with Shoulder taps
• Reverse Lunges
• Mountain Climbers
• Forearm plank

Victoria Larson, also known as “Queen Victoria,” first made waves as a standout contestant on The Bachelor. She also returned to the franchise this year, starring in this season of Bachelor In Paradise. Larson has become an active presence on Instagram, like many other Bachelor alumni. She isn’t afraid to share stunning photos on her page. Larson shared a bikini photo this week. In it, she posed in a black bathing suit on the beach in Fort Lauderdale. Larson captioned the photo, “Feeling thankful.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Victoria Larson stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. She Doesn’t Take Things Too Seriously

Larson opened up about her stint on The Bachelor on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast. She says that she didn’t take the show super seriously, and just enjoyed herself. "I feel like a lot of the girls [on the show] were careful about what they said or [did]," she explained. "They wanted to present themselves well and like, yeah, I just wanted to have fun. It's a show. I wasn't taking it seriously. 'Cause, I mean, that's what it was."

2. She Sticks Up For Herself

Larson was subjected to a lot of criticism because of her time on The Bachelor. Unfortunately, that included some body-shaming. However, Larson made sure to defend herself. When her season’s lead, Matt James’ friends commented on her body, she immediately responded. Larson posted a photo on Instagram and captioned it, “Tell me again, how my body doesn’t look good?”

3. She Got Lasik

Larson revealed on Instagram that she received Lasik surgery. However, this wasn’t just to fix her eyes, but to help with her anxiety. She captioned her post, “Feeling ready for anything after my lasik!!!!! On cloud 9!!! Holy sheeet I can seee!!!! Thank you to Doctor Lessner and your entire staff. @havelasik I have severe anxiety and felt so comfortable trusting you to take care of my vision. I’m blown away by my immediate results and cannot wait to continue to have my vision develop the next 24 hours. I’ve worn glasses since I’m 8, and contacts since I’m 10, and always had so much anxiety at eye exams. Not being able to see was so frustrating.”

4. She Goes To The Beach

The Bachelor in Paradise home is a comfortable place for Larson. She spends a lot of time at the beach. Her Instagram is full of photos of herself by the water. Larson shared this adorable photo of her dog playing in the sand. She captioned it, “Miami pup.” Larson also shared this photo of herself posing on the beach, captioning it, “No talking stages this year. We’re going to Paris or not.”

5. She’s More Positive

On her Not Skinny But Not Fat interview, Larson revealed that she is working on being more positive. She says that after receiving criticism from social media, she isn’t going to say anything negative to someone else. “I mean, I prayed a lot and, like, it was hard and I had moments for myself and I would just ask, you know, God and my higher power, like, ‘What is the lesson here? Like, why is this happening?’ And I did feel like it was a growing experience. Like, I'm never going to talk [badly] about people.”

Ekin-Su Culculoglu found true love on Love Island: Davide Sanclimenti. And despite their ups and downs since the show, the duo have confirmed to be reunited. Meanwhile, Culculoglu is also seeking good-looking things in all kinds of places. “There’s beauty to be found in the unknown,” she captioned a new swimsuit photo. What’s her take on her time on the show? Here’s what she says.

1. Being on the Show was “Overwhelming” and Wonderful

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“It's been absolutely overwhelming. I'm just so grateful that I even went on a show,” she told Lorraine. “It is such a successful show. I didn't think I'd find the love of my life and ended up finding the perfect man, not just the perfect body, but just didn't realize, hey, when you leave the villa that you have no idea what's going on. I had no idea. I had this love and this support and I just want to be thankful to everyone. Even my haters, I love them as well. Even if there is that, I'm just over the moon. It's been really busy. Just all these projects lined up…It's just all surreal. I don't even know what to say. That's how excited and happy I am.”

2. She Says Her Relationship Was Real

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“It was all real though in there,” she said to Lorraine. “It was. And that's why I was shocked when we won because we forgot it was a show at one point. We were like, if this relationship isn't working, I felt like walking at one point and I felt like if it's not going to work, I don't want anyone else. And he felt the same. And then when we were towards the final, we were like, wait, this is a show. What? There's a final, what's going on? And we were so grateful to even be fourth, third, whatever it was. Everyone we thought were winners. So yeah, I still can't believe that.”

3. Take a Deep Breath and Relax

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She felt comfortable on screen because the cameras, “they're so hidden. These cameras, you don't know where they are. You can't pretend or act on there. If you were to act, it would happen for two days and your mask would fall off. Then you're yourself. And in Casa Moore, obviously there was a moment, I dunno, I'm going to say this. Medics came. I had a mini panic attack, I was thinking, oh no, what's Davide doing in Cass Amor? Is he with someone else? And the medics were like, it's fine. Just relax.” She took deep breaths.

4. She Really Was in Shock

When she won, she really was “shocked. When I say my heart, my heart was beating. It was coming out of my chest. I genuinely thought everyone's winners. I didn't really expect anything. And then when our names were called, I was like, is this a dream,” she said on Loose Women.

5. ”In Relationships, You Make Mistakes”

“In relationships, you got to make mistakes,” she said on Loose Women. “You got to know it's right. You have to have these tests, and in real life, whether you have a normal job day-to-day walking on the street, you have to trust your partner and there's going to be people who are going to try it on you. And I feel like Casa Amor was that big test and the fact that whether Davide came back alone or not, that was a test for him.”

1. Meditation and Yoga

Waisglass swears by meditation and yoga to keep her calm and focused. “I’ve given TIME [Thoughtfulness, Insight, Meditation and Exercise] practice a try and it’s beautiful,” she says. “I’m a big fan. I’m currently testing out a couple of other practices. The one that’s helped me the most is meditation. It’s the only thing that can quiet the mind, in my experience. I’ve used it before auditions, on flights, in the bathroom on dates… It's incredible. Also, yin yoga has done wonders for me. It gets you out of your head and into your body. I love it.”

2. Brave Character

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Waisglass loves how brave the character of Maxine is. “The thing that immediately drew me to Max was how brave she was and how unafraid she is to speak her mind,” she says. “Degrassi does an incredible job making characters that they write for us once we're on the show. It felt a lot more normal. But is very, very out there. That was a huge challenge [for me] and super fun. Every single day [getting to play Max] was just the best day of my life.”

3. Facing Fear

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Waisglass struggles with anxiety but is learning to manage it. “The biggest challenge in my career is managing my fear,” she says. “I’d say my largest fears in life are rejection, comparison and travel. Acting asks me to face all of them on a daily basis. I think it’s healthy to have a career that challenges you and makes you want to grow. Being part of this industry has made me brave, and I’m very grateful for it.”

4. Inspired by Maxine

Waisglass is inspired by her character’s dress and fashion sense. “Maxine’s wardrobe truly defines who she is,” she says. “I used to always wear black and dark colors and gray, but now, I’m experimenting with color.”

5. Practicing Gratitude

Waisglass practices gratitude every day, and reminds herself how lucky she is. “I’ve been incredibly fortunate with the roles I’ve booked and the career I’ve had so far,” she says. “I find it difficult to pick favorites because every role has given me something different, something new that I’ve gotten to carry with me in future work and also in my personal life. I’d say Max from Ginny and Georgia is the role I’m most proud of. That character unlocked me and gave me a freedom I’ve never known before. And the way the world embraced her, and in turn the show (which I’m incredibly proud of), makes me swell with pride!”

1. She Loves Dogs

Walsh loves spending time with her pup, which experts say is good for health and wellness, both physical and mental. “There are many psychological benefits to having a pooch around,” say the experts at Harvard Health. “Dog owners are less prone to bouts of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Simply petting your dog can make you feel less stressed. One of the greatest benefits of owning a dog is that it encourages you to practice mindfulness — being in the present moment and fully appreciating life. Mindfulness can help you relieve stress and also improves your overall health.”

2. Stronger By the Day

Walsh has transformed her body through weight training, and posts progress updates on her social media. “My fitness journey over these past few years has been enlightening. Discovering the power and ability in your body is transformative. 🦾🔥,” she captioned an Instagram post showing her lifting weights and showing off her strong biceps. Weight training not only gives muscle and definition, it’s beneficial for bone health, experts say.

3. Cactus Fan

Walsh is a plant lover, specifically beautiful cacti. “The cactus is believed to be a symbol of warmth, protection, endurance, and unconditional maternal love. The cactus has a protective exterior that can stand up to the test of time and the elements. Stay strong, endure and remember that the essence of both your truth and your beauty from within. Thank you @heyyolico for my beautiful earrings. 🌵 💖,” she captioned an Instagram selfie.

4. Birthday At the Beach

Walsh spent her birthday in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, enjoying the mentally calming benefits of the ocean. “Feeling so blessed and filled with joy to have another year of growth, passion, and love. To take advantage of discovering more and more about myself and the world around me. Grateful to you my friends and family . Thank you for being apart of my journey and sharing your love and birthday wishes! 💕💚💕” she captioned a birthday post.

5. Trust the Process

Walsh has a philosophical approach to life. “A friend recently told me, 'Life is binary.' The joy with the pain. The dark with the light. The sun with the rain,” she says. “There’s a sweet spot in the middle. A place of pure potentiality, where peace and balance is found. It is not a place void of emotion. Feelings are the truth within you. The correlation you have to the world around, as it relates to the world within you. Embrace the lover and the warrior spirit inside. Pursue peace and the liberty that exists in the acceptance that life is binary. It is full. Full of surprises. Full of love. Full of potential! Trust the process…”