Boity Thulo Shares Swimsuit Photo as "Island Gyal"

Boity Thulo is heating up the tropics in her swimsuit. In a few of her latest social media posts the South African stunner flaunts her famous figure in some tiny bathing suits, riling up her millions of followers. “Island gyal,” she captioned one of the Instagram posts. “Out of office,” she wrote in another. “Stunning,” commented one of her six million fans. “Faints,” added another. How does the musician keep herself fit and healthy? Here are some of the many ways.

1. She Lost Over 13 Pounds in a Month

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Boity lost a whopping 13 pounds in just a month. “I’ve always been athletic and never really had body issues,” she told Women’s Health South Africa. However, when she noticed a dress didn’t fit she decided to take action. “It was actually the picture of me in the dress that made me aware that I wasn’t looking like myself anymore. The scale also played a role, but not as much as that picture. More than anything, though, the unhealthy feeling was almost unbearable. I felt heavy, bloated, spiritually unbalanced and uncomfortable in my skin,” she said.

2. She Went on a 7-Day Vegan Diet

Boity went on a seven-day vegan diet, cutting out salt, coffee, alcohol and sugar. “My weakness is sugar. But the ultimate is any Häagen-Dazs and Cinnabons,” she revealed.

3. She Does at Home Workouts

Boity makes sure to exercise, even when she doesn’t have a ton of time. “When I didn’t get time to work out at the gym, I’d go at it at home,” she told Women’s Health. Google was my friend. I searched for videos of specific workouts that I could do to target the areas I was trying to get into shape.”

4. She Boxes

Boity also started boxing. She usually takes a 30 minute class in the afternoon. Harvard Health maintains that boxing is a great way to build strength, improve balance, posture, hand-eye coordination, boost mood and endurance, and helps increase alertness.

5. She Squats

Boity maintains that squats were crucial in helping her get in shape. “They work the abs and bum and shape my behind beautifully. And it’s an all-in-one exercise. I also love calf raises because I’m obsessed with toned, defined calf muscles,” she told Women’s Health.

6. She Drinks Lemon Water

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Boity drinks lemon water right after she wakes up. “I do this every morning and chase it with black coffee,” she told the publication.

7. She Runs

Boity does a 5K run every day. “I think cardio is more for weight loss than for muscle gain and toning,” she said. “I only do cardio when I want to lose kilos before getting back into weight training.”

Nomvelo Makhanya is making a splash in her swimsuit. In a few new social media posts the South African Scandal! star shows off her amazing body in a bathing suit while enjoying a day at the beach. She captioned one of them, “live life,” and her many followers had lots to say about it. “Baby you look sleek,” commented one. “U look lovely,” added another. How does the star keep herself fit? Celebwell rounded up her top health habits.

1. She Boxes

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In order to prepare for her role in Netflix’s i Am All Girls, Nomvelo learned how to box. “That experience was fun. It was different and I really enjoyed it because I'm so used to being in studio so the change of scene and pace was amazing. Even how I embodied the character was amazing. The production went all out to ensure we had the necessary training. Because my character was a boxer so I went for training which was really dope,” she told Times Live. Harvard Health maintains that boxing is a great way to build strength, improve balance, posture, hand-eye coordination, boost mood and endurance, and helps increase alertness.

2. She Opens Up About Her Mental Health

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After getting written off Scandal!, Nomvelo opened up about the “toxic” working environment which almost led her to take her own life. “I’ve been the one that’s been catching all the f*cken smoke … It wasn’t me guys, it wasn’t my choice. They wrote me off, that’s the truth … It was God’s plan though, I’m going to tell you that for real,” she said. “I’ve been praying … I’ve been wanting to leave that place … For me it was something I had really been praying about so when it finally happened it really felt like God was removing me from the toxic environment. I probably would have killed myself. There was a 90% chance. That’s how toxic that place was.”

3. She Does Warrior Fighting

Novelo joined superstar Thuso Mbedu for warrior training in Johannesburg. “I had to train like a warrior today and I am excited for The Woman King and for the cast that is here,” she told Sowetan Live. "I did some kicks and I definitely enjoyed myself in the company of Thuso. It was an amazing experience to come together as creatives, especially after Covid-19.”

4. She Strength and Weight Trains

Nomvelo does serious strength and weight training. In one TikTok she does walking lunges with heavy weights, box jumps, and push ups. 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. She Dances

Nomvelo loves to dance. You can find her showing off her moves on TikTok. Dancing is a great workout for many reasons. Not only does it build strength and promote flexibility, but 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 heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.

Josimelonie isn’t afraid of showing off her figure. Her Instagram is full of revealing posts. She also isn’t afraid to show off her body at any size, and a recent reel proves it. In it, Josimelonie enjoyed time in a jacuzzi. She wore a red bathing suit, highlighting her curves. She captioned the post, “Show my body with dress size 44/46? Not always easy. But that's my body and I accept myself as I am.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Josimelonie 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 Promotes Body Positivity

Josimelonie wants to be a role model for her followers. One thing she speaks out in support of is body positivity, as shown in her recent Instagram reel. Promoting body positivity has become a popular thing in recent years. People want to encourage others to not feel like they have to be a certain size. One body type has been promoted in society for years, and now people like Josimelonie want to change that.

2. She Promotes Trans Rights

Josimelonie is openly transgender, and she wants to break barriers in the industry for trans people. She competed in the Miss Germany pageant to show representation. Josimelonie also posted this video on Instagram for Trans Day Of Visibility. In it, she explained more about the trans community and captioned the post, “Trans Day of Visibility. 🏳️ Trans️ The simple 1 x 1. ✨ What questions do you have about trans?”

3. She Swims

Josimelonie likes to swim to stay in shape, as you could probably tell from her recent Instagram reel. She shares a lot of posts on her account of herself in the water. While on a trip to Malta, Josimelonie made sure to go to the beach. In this reel, she is seen swimming in a pool. In this photo, Josimelonie is seen in the Blue Lagoon.

4. She Has Parasailed

Swimming wasn’t the only thing Josimelonie did on her trip to Malta. She also tried out parasailing. Josimelonie posted these photos on Instagram of herself parasailing over the ocean. She captioned it, “Trust yourself. You've survived a lot, and you'll survive whatever is coming.”

5. She’s All About Self-Care

Josimelonie has a busy schedule, however, she always makes time to relax. Josimelonie is all about self-care. One thing she likes to do in particular is go to the spa. She shared this spa reel on Instagram. In it, she lies in the sauna. She captioned the post, “Time for me.”

1. She Ice Skates

Poole is an ice skater. She was one of the contestants on this year’s cast of the popular British reality series, Dancing On Ice. Poole was partnered with professional skater Joe Johnson. Poole posted this video of herself and Johnson skating on Instagram, captioning it, “We’re blown away by the support we’ve received.” "A popular choice all over the country, ice skating is a regular winter activity that can be done at a wide range of levels, from the laid back fun skates around rinks to more active applications like speed skating or even as part of playing hockey," says the Cleveland Clinic.

2. She Goes Outside

Poole loves to spend time outside. Her Instagram account is full of photos of herself in the sunshine. She posted this photo of herself at her hotel’s pool in Ibiza. She captioned the post, “Summer loving.” The sun is a great way to get your Vitamin D. "“If you’re concerned about vitamin D deficiency, ask your doctor to check your vitamin D level,” says rheumatologist Chad Deal, MD to the Cleveland Clinic. “If the level is low and your provider starts you on supplements, you need repeat testing in eight to 12 weeks to make sure the level is not too high or too low."

3. She Doesn’t Compare Herself To Others

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Poole doesn’t like to compare herself to others. She encouraged others to do the same on Twitter. She wrote, “As girls with social media, we often compare ourselves to other girls and ask questions. ‘Is she prettier? Does she have a nicer body?’ STOP. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I could be someone’s 10 and another person’s 1. Everyone is individually beautiful.”

4. She Works With A Trainer

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Before going on Love Island, Poole decided to get in shape. She worked with personal trainer, Jordan Goddard. He revealed that he did a lot of sessions a week with her. “She would come to me between three to four times a week,” he said to Daily Star. “She came frequently, she’s a hard worker.”

5. She Does A Variety Of Things

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Goddard did a lot of different workouts with Poole. He tells Daily Star that she wanted to do a lot of different things to help herself get in shape. “We worked her legs, strength and conditioning and core as our main focus,” he said. “She’s a hustler.”

Ashanti is heating up the islands – in her swimsuit. In one of her most recent posts, the body confident singer flaunts her famous curves in a bathing suit. “Bahama mama,” she captioned the Instagram snaps. “Nelly is so lucky.. I’m just going to leave it at that,” one of her followers commented, referencing her romantic reunion with the rapper. “Where the ring Nelly. Can u not see,” added another. In a recent interview, the singer revealed her revamped approach to health and wellness, dishing on her top lifestyle secrets.

1. She Has Become More Comfortable in Her Skin

“As you evolve and age, you become more comfortable in your skin. I might put on a bikini a little more often now than when I first came out,” she recently told Prevention. “A lot of the confidence comes from within .... for me, it’s just about staying true to myself and accentuating the good things I love about myself. I’m proud to be happy with who I am.”

2. She Sets Boundaries

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“With the position I’m in right now, I have to work hard and make some sacrifices. So, boundaries are important,” she said about the importance of self-care. “I can do a bunch of interviews, but when I’m down to three or four hours of sleep, I have to [carve out some self-care time]. Creating a balance when working hard and going after all these amazing opportunities is essential. You have to be cognizant of your mental health, get enough sleep, drink enough water, and eat the right foods.”

3. She Is Trying to Go Vegetarian

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Ashanti has been promoting a mostly plant-based diet for a while, declaring herself a pescatarian. However, she told Prevention she is “trying to go vegetarian now.”

4. She Juices

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“What goes into your body should go hand-in-hand with your beauty routine,” Ashanti told Prevention. “I have been on tour for months, and tour food is not good, but I am back on track with juicing and incorporating healthy food and exercise into my routine.”

5. She Prioritizes Her Mental Health

“My mental health is amazing,” Ashanti added. “I’m in a state of just being super grateful. I’m so blessed, and my heart is full.” Protecting mental health is vital for overall well-being. Firstly, prioritize self-awareness, recognizing signs of stress or distress. Regularly engage in physical activity, as it releases endorphins that combat depression and anxiety. Prioritize sleep, ensuring 7-9 hours nightly. Build a support system of trusted individuals to share feelings with. Engage in mindfulness practices like meditation or deep breathing exercises. Set boundaries, avoiding over-commitment. Limit exposure to negative news or social media. Consume a balanced diet, emphasizing foods that boost mood, such as omega-3 fatty acids. Finally, don't hesitate to seek professional help if feeling overwhelmed; therapists or counselors offer valuable coping strategies.