Claudia Sulewski in Two-Piece Workout Gear Climbs a Wall

Claudia Sulewski is at a climbing wall in her workout clothes. In one of her latest social media posts the YouTuber and I Love My Dad star shows off her amazing body during a workout session with her boyfriend FINNEAS. “🪨☺️ with a lil scream,” she captioned the Instagram video. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her workout routine.

1. She Took it One Step at a Time

In a YouTube video, Claudia revealed that she lost about 20 pounds in two years, revealing how she did it. “Tip number one, if you are going to change anything about the way that you are currently eating your diet, whatever you wanna call it, take it slow. Be patient with yourself. Don't try to cut out a million things, take one improvement that you wanna work on and focus on that one thing and see how you feel,” she says.

2. She Cut Back on Alcohol

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“The first thing that I changed is I really cut back on my alcohol intake. That makes me sound like I drank a ton back in the day and I really didn't,” she says. However, she does note that drinking shots, cocktails, and beer “adds up,” as do the calories consumed post drinking sessions. “There was just like a whole month where I stopped drinking and it was crazy how much that sort of shifted things for me mentally and physically,” she says.

3. She Also Removed Dairy and Red Meat From Her Diet

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She also took dairy and red meat out of her diet. “Both of those food categories just never sat well in my stomach,” she says. “Dairy would just break me out and make me gassy and then red meat would just make me feel really like backed up and bloated because it would take longer for my body to digest the red meat, and so those kind of slowly left the chat,” she adds. “Those were like the only three things that I cut out. I never stopped cutting out sugar. I never cut down on my fats or my carbs or anything like that. We eat pasta all the time. We have bread all the time.”

4. Hiking

Claudia also walks and hikes her dog. “We now have a dog, so we walk in the mornings, we take hikes that run for at least an hour long if we're being honest,” she says. 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 certain respiratory problems

My next tip is to figure out what you like that's healthy and good for you and brings nutrition into your body and stick with it. If you don't like Brussels sprouts, do not force yourself to eat Brussels sprouts. When I decide that I like something, I will eat it all the time. I have a very bland taste Bud palette. My favorite thing for breakfast is avocado toast. It gives me healthy fats in the morning. I get carbs in from the bread that helps me with energy. Avocado toast. I could eat that every single day and I wouldn't be mad about it. My number one vegetable is broccoli. Broccoli will never let me down, so you'll find me eating broccoli way more than I'm eating asparagus.

5. She Is Active

“Being active is very important. Moving your body, stretching your muscles, moving your joints, getting your heart rate up, these are all things that we've just grown up knowing and it's common sense. I think when it comes to toning up and strengthening your body, it is very like you gotta be active. You can't build up muscle without doing something,” says Claudia. “I think the secret to it all is just finding out what you enjoy doing because it won't feel like an obligation or a chore that you have to do.” Her favorite workout? Hot Pilates. “This was a game changer for me. I have always hated running. Bad knees just run in my family, so my knees hurt if I run too much. Working out at the gym, I just, I couldn't get myself motivated enough to do that and stay consistent with it. Hot Pilates taught me that I am really into doing workouts that are based on my body weight, so not using any sort of crazy weights, not using any crazy equipment, you know, crunches, pushups, abs stationary, sort of cardio stuff like jumping jacks and squat jumps. I found all of that to be way more stimulating and exciting for me versus like going outside and running three miles. I think it was the combination of just like killer music blasting in the studio, developing friendships and going out with friends, which is an incredible way to get yourself motivated, to be active, which is just not doing it alone, doing it with others, doing it with friends, encouraging each other.”

Brooke Raboutou is a very successful rock climber. She competed in the 2020 and 2024 Olympics, winning silver this year. In September, she competed in Climb Fest, and shared a video of one of her races on Instagram. Raboutou captioned the post, “Here is my final race and jump from the top of the Climb Fest wall in New York! For those interested in the stats: 55ft wall + 10ft barge = 65ft total 🫣 Final climb was about 7C/ 5.12d and took me about 45 seconds 💃 Was a pleasure @kylieclimbs 🤝”

1. She Climbs

Climbing is the main way Raboutou stays in shape. International Medical Aid states that climbing has a lot of mental health benefits. “Rock climbing gets you into the thick of nature. You can feel the wind in your hair, the rustle of trees, the sturdy rock beneath your feet. Research shows that spending time in nature can reduce blood pressure, strengthen your immune system and elevate your mood. And let’s not forget the sense of awe and wonder you experience when you take in those spectacular views!”

2. She Has The Right Mindset

When Raboutou competes, she makes sure to get into the right mindset. She shared her approach in an interview with Olympics.com. “My dad has always said, 'It's just you and the wall.’ Which is just a reminder that it's not about anybody else. It's just about me and giving myself to the boulders in front of me."

3. She Enjoys Climbing

Raboutou has a lot of love for climbing. She tells Olympics.com that this started at her gym as a child. “ABC energy has been chaotic and wonderful since day one, so that hasn't changed too much. We not only competed against each other, but we pushed each other to work hard... and we just had so much fun too. That whole philosophy has really just continued with me throughout my career. I'm competing out of pure passion - and that passion is continuing to grow and [I have] the want to learn more and more about the sport and what I'm capable of... and, just pushing myself."

4. She Spends Time Outside

Raboutou tells Olympics.com that she likes to spend time outside. “As much as I compete, I also love outdoor climbing," she said. "I just love getting to be outside and really connect with nature, be with family and friends - or sometimes even solo. There's just something about it that really motivates me, wanting to get to the top of the climb and really being there for the boulder itself... for the simple act of just like being outdoors and feeding my soul with all that good energy."

5. She Alternates Her Training

Raboutou tells Olympics.com that she likes to alternate her approach to climbing training. “Sometimes it's to go out and try the hardest climb possible," she said. "And sometimes it's just to do really easy climbs and fall in love with the movement and get lost in the outdoors. Every trip outdoors can look different, which is why it's super special."

Meagan Martin is a highly successful rock climber and former American Ninja Warrior competitor. In September, she shared a glimpse of her love for the outdoors on Instagram, captioning a photo, “Love soaking up these sunny days outside🥰! Wouldn’t be complete without an @athleticbrewing Fancy Like 🍻! Seems like it’s the end of summer as the leaves start to change and the cool temps roll in. Pretty excited about fall 🍂🍁!!!” Known for her incredible climbing skills, Martin incorporates diverse workouts into her fitness routine, including hiking, yoga, and swimming. She also focuses on upper-body exercises tailored for climbing and relies on group fitness classes to motivate her cardio sessions. Martin’s active lifestyle is all about staying strong and enjoying nature.

1. She Hikes

As you can see from her Instagram post, Martin likes to hike to keep herself in shape. She also shared this video of herself hiking with her dog and husband. Martin captioned the post, “Got in a nice hiking day in my @prana ReZion’s! Fun to see the signs of fall coming in and getting all the fresh air! I was only super out of breath a few times 😂!”

2. She Does Yoga

Martin likes to practice yoga to keep herself in shape. She did this when she was pregnant with her first child. Martin shared these photos on Instagram of herself doing poses outside. She captioned the post, “Some 3rd trimester backyard yoga and doggy hangs in my @prana Blazing Star bralette and leggings! Love this set 🥰!!!”

3. She Swims

Martin likes to swim to keep herself in shape. She shared this set of photos of herself in the water on Instagram. According to Better Health, swimming has a lot of benefits. “Swimming is a good all-round activity because it: keeps your heart rate up but takes some of the impact stress off your body, builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness, helps you maintain a healthy weight, healthy heart and lungs, tones muscles and builds strength, provides an all-over body workout, as nearly all of your muscles are used during swimming.”

4. She Does Upper Body Workouts

Since she’s a climber, Martin has to do a lot of upper body workouts. She shared some of her favorites with Training Beta. “I’ll make sure I do the salmon ladder and the cliff hanger and the floating pegboard and slackline. They came up with this new thing the other day. It’s so sketchy. It has this long metal bar halfway on the slackline, halfway on the ground, and you had to walk on it and then there was a little long, metal pole with things on the end and you had to kind of pole vault jump. You’d jump on it. It was so sketchy.”

5. She Takes Fitness Classes

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Martin admits to Training Beta that she has a hard time doing cardio workouts. She says that she turns to classes to help her out. “I do Orangetheory, that cardio class, and there’s light weight stuff in there and TRX stuff. I haven’t even done a class in a month because I haven’t been here. That’s more because I just need to be better with cardio in general. I hate running so I need to be in a group environment in order to do it.”

Madeline Sturt, a seasoned CrossFit competitor known for her dynamic workouts and engaging social media presence, recently thrilled her followers with a workout video set to Cher’s hit "If I Could Turn Back Time." Known for her rigorous training routine, Sturt showcased her skills on gymnastic rings, demonstrating the high level of fitness and dedication required in her sport. In her Instagram post, she playfully challenged her audience’s taste in music, suggesting that anyone who didn’t find the song a 'banger' was simply lying to themselves. This blend of humor and hardcore fitness exemplifies Sturt’s approach to training—intense yet accessible, inviting her audience to both admire her athleticism and join her in a shared love for classic tunes and tough workouts.

1. She Jumps Rope

Sturt shared some of her favorite workouts in this Instagram post. She captioned it, “Saturday burner.” In the first video, Sturt is seen jumping rope. The Cleveland Clinic states, “Jumping rope can be a good form of cardio, which increases your heart rate and can help decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease…And when you increase your heart rate, you also burn more calories. So, how many calories does jumping rope burn? While it depends on your pace, on average, someone may burn about 100 calories jumping rope for 10 minutes.”

2. She Lifts Weights

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In the previous Instagram post, Sturt is seen lifting a barbell. ACE Fitness states that lifting weights has a lot of benefits. “Using heavy weights increases intramuscular coordination, the number of type II motor units and the amount of muscle fibers engaged within a specific muscle. Have you ever felt your muscles shaking while lifting heavy weights? This is because you are recruiting and activating the larger type II muscle fibers, which are only stimulated to work when a muscle is challenged with heavy resistance or working to fatigue.”

3. She Climbs

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Sturt is seen climbing a wall in the previous Instagram post. Climbing of all kinds has a lot of benefits. All Climbers states, “Climbing is an endlessly variable series of movements. No climbing surface or route is quite like another, so the work you ask your muscles to perform during a climb changes each time you exercise. This ensures you’re training a greater number of muscles. Research suggests this kind of dynamic muscle activation is much more challenging than simple, repetitive movements.”

4. She Runs

Sturt shared this video on Instagram of herself running on a treadmill. FloTrack states that running has a lot of benefits. “Running releases endorphins, which then trigger a positive feeling in your body. The chemicals released after any exercise improve your mood and decrease anxiety and stress. You get a boost of energy and self-esteem and your sleep also improves. Running can set into motion a continuous cycle of improving different facets of your mental health.”

5. She Uses A Stationary Bike

In the first photo in this Instagram post, Sturt is seen on a stationary bike. Penn State PRO Wellness states that doing this has a lot of benefits. “A stationary bike workout is a low-impact workout that uses smooth movements to strengthen bones and joints without putting much pressure on them. This makes it a good workout option for people with joint issues or injuries.”

Margo Hayes is a rock-climbing phenom who made history in 2017 when, at just 19 years old, she became the first woman to ascend a 9a+ (5.15a) route. With three World Youth Championship gold medals and two 5.15-grade climbs under her belt, Hayes has solidified her place as one of the most influential climbers of her generation. Beyond her achievements on the wall, Hayes is also a singer and released her debut single, “Karma,” earlier this year. Recently, she appeared on the Climbing Gold podcast with Alex Honnold to discuss her journey, battles with Lyme disease, and how she balances her passion for climbing with her other interests.

1. She Rock Climbs

Rock climbing is one of the main ways Hayes stays in shape. The sport has a lot of health benefits. The Glen Ellyn Park District states, “Rock climbing is a physically demanding sport that requires strength, endurance, flexibility, and mental focus. It’s imperative to understand proper climbing techniques and how to use the specialized safety equipment required for climbing.”

2. She Does Pull-Ups

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Hayes shares a lot of her favorite workouts on an Instagram story highlight. An exercise that she does often is pull-ups. According to Gymless, they are very beneficial. “Pull-ups can give size and strength to your upper body muscles. It allows you to target your lats, biceps, traps, and many more muscles. Practicing this consistently along with other variations that target different muscle groups, inevitably will give you the muscular aesthetics that you’re seeking. A study emphasized this by suggesting that this close kinetic chain exercise is designed to increase the muscular strength and endurance of the upper body and torso.”

3. She Uses Weight

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Hayes likes to strength train to stay in shape. One way she does so is by doing pull-ups with a weight on her body. Strength training has a lot of benefits. The Mayo Clinic states, “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.”

4. She Boxes

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Hayes shared on her Instagram story that she likes to box to stay in shape. Harvard Health states that boxing has a lot of benefits. “Fitness boxing is also a great aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise gets your heart pumping and helps lower the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. It can strengthen bones and muscles, burn more calories, and lift mood. Aerobics can also boost your endurance, which helps you climb a flight of stairs or walk farther.”

5. She Spends Time Outside

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Hayes spends a lot of time outside, even when she isn’t climbing. Hayes likes to go to the beach a lot. UC Davis states that going outside has a lot of benefits. “Getting out into nature can lead us to want to walk, bike, hike, or kayak more often. People typically engage in regular physical activity when they're in nature. So, stepping outside can help you keep a healthy weight or even lose weight by increasing activity levels. Studies also show that being in nature has a positive effect on our bodies by reducing cortisol levels, muscle tension, and demands on our cardiovascular systems (lowers heart rate and blood pressure). Being out in nature often may lead to lower rates of heart disease. The great outdoors can also help you increase your vitamin D level, which is important for your bones, blood cells, and immune system.”