Amanda Batula in Two-Piece Workout Gear Says "Sup Baby"

Amanda Batula is best known for being a cast member on the Bravo series, Summer House. She’s also appeared on the spinoff, Winter House. Batula is married to cast member, Kyle Cooke, and the two own the beverage company, LoverBoy. Batula shared a set of photos on Instagram last June. In them, she wore a silver bra top and black pants. She captioned the post, “Sup baby.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Amanda Batula stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Intermittent Fasts

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Batula likes to intermittently fast. She talked about her approach to it on her Instagram story. “I drink bulletproof [coffee] on the days that I'm intermittent fasting because it's full of healthy fats and it keeps me full until I'm ready to eat lunch around 3:00 or so. This way I don't feel like I'm starving myself and I'm still getting, like, nutrients. What worked best for me and was easiest and I saw the best results from was intermittent fasting. And bulletproof [coffee]."

2. She Stands Up For Herself

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Batula isn’t afraid to stand up for herself, as you can see from her on Summer House. After receiving criticism for the way she used eye patches, she hit back on Instagram. "That theory makes sense to me, so that's what I'm going with. Plus, the skin under our eyes is so thin and absorbent I really don't think it matters what way you wear them so ... whatever way your heart desires is the right way to wear eye patches. Let's not judge one another, OK?"

3. She Swims

As you can see on Summer House, Batula spends a lot of time at the beach. She naturally loves to swim. Batula shared these highlights on Instagram of a trip to the Amalfi Coast. In one, she is seen getting out of the water. According to the Mayo Clinic, spending time in the water has a lot of benefits. “Exercise in an aquatic environment offers numerous options and techniques for almost all levels of physical ability. Exercise can be as basic as walking in the water to more high-level aerobic activities, such as deep-water running or swimming. Standing exercises often are performed in water that is waist to chest deep. These exercises can focus on improving range of motion/flexibility, balance and strength. Resistance training can be amped up by simply increasing the speed of movement or adding equipment, such as mitts, paddles, noodles or bands, to increase drag.”

4. She Skis

While filming Winter House, Batula hit the slopes. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself skiing. The University of Rochester reports that skiing has a lot of benefits. “Skiing and snowboarding are thrilling activities and great workouts. Both sports are excellent cardiovascular exercises that strengthen the heart. They are also weight-bearing exercises. So hey strengthen your bones as they tone your muscles. Cardiovascular or aerobic exercises also work to reduce your risk for ongoing (chronic) diseases. They lower your blood pressure. And they help you maintain a healthy body weight. Through regular aerobic exercise like skiing and snowboarding, you lower your risk of developing conditions like diabetes and heart disease, having a stroke, and perhaps even getting cancer.”

5. She Has Dogs

Batula and Cooke are dog owners, and their pups are featured heavily on Batula’s Instagram. Harvard Health reports that having a dog has a lot of benefits. "Owning a dog can be one of the best ways to manage many health issues older adults face," says Dr. Beth Frates, director of lifestyle medicine and wellness in the Department of Surgery at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital. "It can be a real team effort, too. You take care of the dog, and the dog takes care of you."

Amanda Batula, star of Summer House and co-creator of LoverBoy, is a multi-talented entrepreneur. Between her ventures, Batula also prioritizes her health and well-being. She recently shared an Instagram video with husband Kyle Cooke, where he playfully lifted her from the ground onto his back. “Honestly a lot harder than I thought it would be,” she wrote. From playing with her dogs to spending time on the beach, Amanda embraces a balanced lifestyle. Here’s how she stays healthy, both mentally and physically.

1. She Has Dogs

Batula has two dogs, whom she prominently features on Instagram. She shared this video of herself playing with her pups. Harvard Health states that owning a dog can have some health benefits. “Ongoing research is showing that the health benefits of owning a dog are undeniable. Dog owners have lower blood pressure and healthier cholesterol levels, and a lower risk of heart disease, than non-owners. There are also many psychological benefits to having a pooch around. Dog owners are less prone to bouts of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Simply petting your dog can make you feel less stressed.”

2. She Takes Care Of Her Mental Health

In the most recent Summer House reunion, Batula opened up about her struggles with depression. She received a lot of praise for her reveal, and shared this post on Instagram thanking people for their support. Batula captioned the post, “Posting to the grid because I am currently SOBBING at all of your beautiful messages and feel others would benefit from seeing them as well. Love you guys.”

3. She Didn’t Weigh Herself

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Batula shared some of her weight loss secrets on Instagram. She says that she didn’t focus on weighing herself. “I avoided the scale for a full year because the number that you see doesn’t matter, what mattered to me was how I felt in the clothes that I was wearing and how I physically felt about myself. As long as your favorite pair of jeans fit, that’s the end goal.”

4. She Goes To The Beach

Since Batula spends her summers in the Hamptons, she and her cast members go to the beach a lot. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself and her fellow cast members at the beach. OrthoSouth states that going to the beach has a lot of benefits. “Walking on the beach has proven benefits to your emotional and mental health. A 2019 study found that spending at least two hours in nature per week helps lower levels of cortisol, a primary stress hormone. It also increased overall feelings of well-being. Walking along the shore each day is a simple but effective way to calm the cortisol response in your brain. Try a morning stroll to help you feel more awake and alert or an evening walk to relax and unwind.”

5. She Intermittent Fasts

On Instagram, Batula revealed that one of the reasons for her weight loss is intermittent fasting. John Hopkins Medicine states that doing this has a lot of benefits. “Studies discovered that intermittent fasting boosts working memory in animals and verbal memory in adult humans. Intermittent fasting improved blood pressure and resting heart rates as well as other heart-related measurements.”

Director, Amanda Pacheco, recently enjoyed time on the tennis court with friends. And she shared some photos from the day on Instagram. In them, they posed on the court with rackets and wore workout gear. Pacheco captioned the post, “We served.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Amanda Pacheco stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Swims

Pacheco loves to swim to stay in shape. She shared these underwater photos of herself swimming with sharks in Hawaii. According to The Mayo Clinic, swimming has a lot of benefits. “Exercise in an aquatic environment offers numerous options and techniques for almost all levels of physical ability. Exercise can be as basic as walking in the water to more high-level aerobic activities, such as deep-water running or swimming. Standing exercises often are performed in water that is waist to chest deep. These exercises can focus on improving range of motion/flexibility, balance and strength. Resistance training can be amped up by simply increasing the speed of movement or adding equipment, such as mitts, paddles, noodles or bands, to increase drag.”

2. She’s Committed

Pacheco and her partner, Wilmer Valderama, make exercise a priority. She talked about this in the caption of this Instagram post. “Wilmer and I were very intentional about starting a family, so at the beginning of the year we decided to get into the best shape of our lives, we started off by going HAM in the gym! This was #myhouraday exactly ONE YEAR AGO TODAY! Excited to get back in the gym with @jordanfperform and @wilmervalderrama.”

3. She Strength Trains

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In her previous Instagram post, Pacheco is seen doing different workouts. She is seen using a weighted ball and dumbbells. According to the Mayo Clinic, strength training has a lot of benefits. “Strength training may enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Strength training can also protect your joints from injury. Building muscle also can contribute to better balance and may reduce your risk of falls. This can help you maintain independence as you age. Strength training can reduce the signs and symptoms of many chronic conditions, such as arthritis, back pain, obesity, heart disease, depression and diabetes.”

4. She Does Planks

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In her previous Instagram post, Pacheco is seen doing a plank exercise. Exercise physiologist, Katie Lawton, MED, tells The Cleveland Clinic that planks have a lot of benefits. “We need to keep our spine straight to do these exercises. Planking provides you with better core strength to be able to brace during these movements.”

5. She Does Squats

Pacheco loves to do squats. In her previous Instagram post, she is seen doing squats and lunge squats. Allina Health states that squats have a lot of benefits. “The squat is one of the all-around best exercises to do for your lower body. It strengthens and tones muscles in your thighs, butt and calves and improves posture, balance, flexibility and inner core strength. Squatting also improves bone mineral density to keep your bones strong. Include squats in your exercise routine two to three days a week to reap the benefits from this dynamite move.”

Fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow is reminding fans and followers that working out is as much about feeling good as it is about looking good. Hembrow, 29, shared a video of herself wearing two-piece workout outfits, using heavy dumbbells. “Remember we all start somewhere. For me training isn't just about aesthetics, it's about the strength & mental gain I get from it. That strong feeling 🤌🏼🤌🏼 nothing quite like it. @womensbest creatine has always been a part of my journey & definitely has helped with my goals along the way,” she captioned the post. Here’s how Hembrow snapped back into shape after having two kids.

1. Working Out With Kids

Hembrow fits her workouts around her family. “I honestly feel better when I get my workout in, less sluggish and I find it easier to keep up with my kids,” the mother-of-two tells Women’s Health. “Whether it’s a gym workout or HIIT home workout I always try to fit it in when I can. I will often do some workouts from my at home booty program – you only need dumbbells, or I will do a HIIT workout in the lounge room. I recently posted an at home HIIT workout on my YouTube channel. I did it in the process of moving house when I was really feeling the need for a pick-me-up. There was a lot going on that week and I was feeling it, I decided to film and post it on my channel to show how I can fit in a quick workout throughout your day.”

2. Booty Diet

Hembrow had to fine-tune her diet to get enough protein. "For me lean protein like chicken breast, turkey and fish, really helps, but I find that with trying to build my booty I wasn’t consuming the amount of protein I needed so supplements like protein shakes helped too," she tells Women's Health. "But I didn’t supplement my meals with these, it was always a combination of both. I needed to eat lots to build that area so I also ate lots of complex carbohydrates like brown rice, oatmeal, potatoes and healthy fats. I eat every two to three hours. For breakfast I usually eat oats with Women’s Best protein powder. I always have protein shakes after my workouts and love to eat fish, chicken, turkey, beans and vegetables. I’ve been trying to cut back on meat lately which I have found difficult. I usually end my day with oats and protein again. Boring I know!"

3. Postpartum Fitness

Hembrow kept working out throughout her pregnancies. “What helped me bounce back is definitely how I ate and trained as I was pregnant,” Hembrow said. “I ate very clean, I had a lot of veggies, a lot of protein, and I tried to only limit my treats to the weekends, so during the weekdays I was eating clean all the time. What kept me going is how I wanted to look after the baby. I knew I wanted to get fit again after the baby, and be in the best shape I could be, so I wanted to make it easier for myself by staying active while I was pregnant.”

4. Waist Binder

Hembrow wore a postpartum binder to help get back into shape again. “For about a week or so, I wore a postpartum binder — they gave me one at the hospital,” she says. “I definitely didn’t just snap back to my pre-baby body once I stepped out of the hospital, you still look pregnant when you step out of the hospital. I wasn’t in a rush or anything, but as soon as I got home I was eating clean, I was wearing the postpartum binder, and then I started working out about six weeks after the birth.”

5. Juggling It All

Hembrow has learned to go with the flow since having children. “Being a mum and running a business is still a juggling act for me, I honestly just try my best to manage my time and plan but as a mom, you know that sometimes planning goes out the window,” she tells Women’s Best. “I’ve definitely learned not to beat myself up about failure. You can’t do everything right all the time, failing is a part of being a parent and a business owner. You learn from your mistakes and you’re often smarter from it. I guess you could say becoming a mum made me more resilient in my home life and business.”

Ximena Duque-Adkins, star of Milagros de Navidad, is vacationing in Miami. She’s making sure to spend time at the city’s amazing beaches. One thing Adkins did was spend time on a boat. She just posted a new reel on Instagram set to Harry Styles’ “As It Was.” In it, she posed in a black bathing suit, sunglasses, and a white straw hat with black patterns. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ximena Duque-Adkins 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 Works Out Her Abs

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Adkins likes to post workout videos on her Instagram. That way, her followers can see how she stays in shape. She shared some of her favorite ab exercises in this reel. In it, she is seen doing exercises like planks, and crunches with her legs in the air and a weight. She captioned the reel, “My Sunday routine.”

2. She Works Out Her Legs

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Adkins doesn’t skip leg day. She shared her go-to lower body exercises in this reel on Instagram. In it, she is seen doing inverted leg presses, standing hamstring curls, and squats, among others. She captioned the reel, “#Yesyoucan, my beautiful people, just set the goal and go train, not only to look good but for health, even if you go out to change 20 minutes every day. Go, you can do it.”

3. She Strength Trains

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Adkins loves to do weight and strength training. Her workout reels are full of herself doing exercises with weights. In this reel, she is seen doing bridge raises with a barbell, deadlifts with hand weights, and single leg hamstring curls with a machine. She captioned the reel, “Here is a bit of my routine today with my favorite trainer.”

4. She Swims With Her Kids

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Adkins loves to do activities with her kids. One thing she likes to do with them is go swimming. She posted this series of photos and video on Instagram of her family at the pool. She captioned the post, “This fills me with a LOT of peace of mind!”

5. She’s Present

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Adkins wants to be present for her family. In this video, she talks about wanting to balance her career as an actress with being a wife and mother. “Acting comes with a lot of sacrifices,” she says. “The biggest one is that you sacrifice a lot of time away from your family. I sat down with my husband and I said ‘I want to be a present mom. I want to be a present wife.’’’ Adkins says that she has found the balance she needs and wants.