Former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Alexa Collins Turns Up the Glam in Latest Post

Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Dani McGinnis enjoyed a summer trip at the gorgeous Vidanta Riviera Maya resort on the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico. McGinnis and her fellow cheerleaders train incredibly hard to stay on top of their game, so when they get a chance to relax they take full advantage of it, and McGinnis is no exception. The dancer posted pictures from her vacation, including one of her lounging in the sun in an orange bandeau bikini. “A week in paradise🌴🐡🥥,” she captioned the post. Here’s how the cheerleader stays fit and fabulous.

1. Pilates Instructor

McGinnis is a trained Pilates instructor, teaching classes on a reformer machine. "A class is beneficial because the equipment can help support you — removing some of the tension so that you're only working the muscles that you need to work, rather than having to work all of your stabilizing and balancing muscles when using a mat," says trainer Leanne Wonesh. "The equipment just really supports you in a different way that I think can really transform your experience. Then, after a few reformer Pilates classes, you will probably feel more confident about moving to an online mat Pilates class."

2. She’s a Dancer

McGinnis is an accomplished dancer, which is a non-negotiable for becoming a cheerleader. "Be prepared, not only in the form of dance, of course take every dance class you can," says Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders director Kelli Finglass. "Practice at other auditions and dance competitions. Video tape yourself. There is so much information now, online. There is no secret to who makes our team and who doesn't. Be prepared in every facet."

3. Morning Walks and Lattes

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McGinnis starts the day with a long walk, followed by a cold almond milk latte and energy bar for breakfast. “The faster, farther and more frequently you walk, the greater the benefits,” says the Mayo Clinic. “For example, you may start out as an average walker, and then work your way up to walking faster and walking a mile in a shorter amount of time than an average walker, similar to power walkers. This can be a great way to get aerobic activity, improve your heart health and increase your endurance while burning calories.”

4. Greens and Salmon

McGinnis makes her own food as much as possible, with her typical go-to meal consisting of greens, avocado, and grilled salmon, which is an excellent natural source of omega-3. “Populations that eat a lot of fish that contain omega-3 fatty acids have a lower instance of heart disease,” says Luke Laffin, MD. “We know that people who consume high levels of omega-3 fatty acids by eating fish have a lower risk of cardiovascular events, but that hasn’t been borne out in studies about over-the-counter doses of fish oil.”

5. All the Coffee

McGinnis drinks coffee throughout the day for energy, usually opting for plant-based milks. “There’s really no downside to drinking plant-based milk instead of cow’s milk,” says Dana Ellis Hunnes, PhD, MPH, UCLA Health senior dietitian. “Although milk is only one small part of a person’s diet, plant-based milk along with a plant-forward diet offers many benefits for your health and the environment.”

Alexa Dellanos is giving off mermaid vibes in her swimsuit. The influencer shows off her bombshell body in one of her latest social media posts, posing in a bathing suit by the pool. “Love feeling like a mermaid,” she captioned the gorgeous Instagram snap. “I love you my Ariel!!” commented one of her 10.7-plus million followers. “Angelic,” added another. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Alexa Dallanos 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 Went Under the Knife

Dellanos is open about her plastic surgery procedures, telling The Sun she has spent over $17,000 on enhancements. "I had my breast augmentation in 2018 for $15,000 and my lip fillers for approximately $2,000. I also enhanced my booty a little which I will discuss on my YouTube channel soon." She believes that the money was an investment, since her social following grew dramatically after going under the knife. “I had about 200,000 followers on Instagram before my cosmetic procedures and before I started working out regularly," Dellanos told Insider. "I believe both has contributed a lot to my success. Cosmetic enhancement isn't for everyone, but in my case it's been a motivation to better every aspect in my life — amongst my physical appearance."

2. She Exercises

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Obviously, Alexa works out a lot. In a YouTube video she documents her go-to workouts when she's traveling. "Don't skip the gym," she says, proceeding to run on the treadmill, use the rowing machine, and then the stair climber. "I'm doing just a light travel workout," she explains.

3. She Hydrates

Alexa makes hydration a priority, especially when she is exercising "A little water break, after cardio," she says. "It's so important to stay hydrated while you're working out." According to the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine men should drink about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day and women about 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids.

4. She Eats Vegan

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Dellanos maintains a meat-free and animal product free diet. "I am vegan, so it's really hard, sometimes to find food in certain restaurants," she says in the YouTube video. "They actually offered me a whole vegan selection, like a special vegan menu.

5. She Likes to “Share Positive Energy”

"I've learnt to never let the attention get to my head because no matter how big or small you are online, you are still just human," Alexa told The Sun. "Although I enjoy posting sexy photos and luxury lifestyle posts, I also try to post things that truly matter. I want to share positive energy to everyone I meet and to anyone who looks at my life through social media."

Throughout history, the title of Miss USA has been bestowed upon a plethora of remarkable women who shine not only in beauty but also in intelligence, drive, and purpose. These women have used their platforms to voice concerns, share personal stories, and inspire many. From breaking stereotypes, advocating for mental health, standing up against bullying, to sharing their unique beauty and wellness routines, every Miss USA titleholder has a story to tell. Here, we delve into the unique journeys of 20 amazing bodies and minds of Miss USA winners, highlighting their personal struggles, triumphs, and the messages they hold dear to their hearts.

1. Nana Meriwether

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In addition to being Miss USA, Nana Meriwether was also a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Search finalist. She shared her reasons for wanting to enter on the publication’s website. “Hardly any funding ever goes to women-led businesses, even though on average, companies built by women generate greater revenue and higher returns on investment over five years versus brands built by men. In fact, only 2% of venture capital goes to women and less than 1% to African American women. Hardly any funding ever goes to women-led businesses, even though on average, companies built by women generate greater revenue and higher returns on investment over five years versus brands built by men. In fact, only 2% of venture capital goes to women and less than 1% to African American women.”

2. Erin Brady

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After winning Miss USA in 2013, Erin Brady shared some of her fashion and confidence tips with the CT Post. “Wear clothes that flatter your figure. It's not about being stick thin. It's about being comfortable and confident. If you walk out wearing a paper bag, but you wear it well and proudly, people will look at you and say `Wow, that looks great on you.' "

3. Alyssa Campanella

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In a post on her website, Alyssa Campanella opened up about the brutal cyberbullying and body-shaming she experienced in both the Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants. She says that it led to her having insecurities, and encouraged people to be kind to others. “Words can linger with people for years. Decades. For the rest of their lives. I’m sure someone will try to argue and say you can at least delete social media comments, but that doesn’t change the fact that the words were still said. As we navigate the ups and downs of the ever-changing internet, it doesn’t hurt to be reminded that there’s another human being behind that screen – a human being with feelings. We’re not robots. If you wouldn’t want someone saying certain things to you, you shouldn’t say it to someone else.”

4. Sarah Rose Summers

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Sarah Rose Summers opened up about the process to competing in pageants in a post on her website. “I always dreamt of competing at Miss USA as Miss Nebraska USA and knew that I must have a healthy relationship with food and fitness before that day came. In college, I also wanted to have a strong established group of friends prior to competing. Heck, I also wanted to be a typical college student - we all know most social gatherings are around food or drinks. I competed in Miss Nebraska USA for the first time my junior year of college. I was already teaching Lagree Fitness, a reformer pilates class, and loved taking classes at a new cycling studio in town. I did not pause my social life, nor did I change my workouts or diet until about a week prior, I also got my dress the week of the pageant (you could say I knew it was a trial run). But you know what, I felt confident in my body on that stage and was proud I did not completely restrict myself.”

5. Olivia Jordan

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Prior to competing in the 2015 Miss Universe pageant, Olivia Jordan shared how she prepared with Cosmopolitan. She said that meditation is something she had been doing. “I have my meditation on my phone. It's the balance of all the craziness of this world, and finding the quiet moments to reconnect with yourself and stay true to yourself. You don't want to get wrapped up in all of the hoopla of Vegas and the competition, and lose your serenity during your time here. When you get to the final stage, you need to be stress-free and enjoy the moment.”

6. Rachel Smith

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In addition to winning Miss USA, Rachel Smith is also a TV host and correspondent. She revealed in this Instagram post that she likes to go whitewater rafting with friends. Smith captioned the post, “Laughed my way down the Ocoee River @mikeweed14! His faces are 💯!!! 😭The ultimate day out on the water with a lovely family we met. Thanks to our new friends Becky, Jason, Colton, our group leader Bryan, and the entire Outland Expedition team for such a memorable day!”

7. Kristen Dalton

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After winning Miss USA, Kristen Dalton started working as a life and pageant coach. She shares a lot of her advice on Instagram. In this post, she talked about how she builds social confidence. “When I first moved to LA, I felt inferior and nervous going to events,” Dalton wrote in the caption. “I had just wrapped my title as Miss USA, where I went to appearances and professionally socialized every day. Where was this coming from? Even small group settings made me uncomfortable. They still do sometimes! A mindset shift from lacking to flowing is the key to get us out of those nerves. I hope these declarations help remind you of the TRUTH when you need it. You deserve to walk in the room and know you’re meant to be there.”

8. Crystle Stewart

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Crystle Stewart is all about supporting mental health. She has her own foundation and MISS Academy to help other women. “I founded The Crystle Stewart Foundation for this very reason,” she said to Los Angeles Magazine. “I did not want young women to not be able to access these resources due to financial reasons. As such, The Crystle Stewart Foundation can offset the costs for young women who are at a financial disadvantage.”

9. Nia Sanchez

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After winning Miss USA in 2014, Nia Sanchez shared her secrets for staying healthy on the road to Racked Las Vegas. “I had an amazing trainer before Miss USA, Bomb Shell Fitness, and now that I am on the road so much, I do quick little workouts that I can do in my hotel room. I try to always get my blood flowing and pumping every day. When I travel, I always pack snacks in my purse. My favorite go to snack would have to be quest bars! They are high in protein and fiber, so they keep me full and energized throughout the day!”

10. Deshauna Barber

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Deshauna Barber shared some of her wellness tips with USA Today. "I drink a lot of water. I try to push people to drink two and a half liters of water at minimum a day. It’s good for cleansing your pores, getting the sweat out, and that cleansing prevents (facial) bumps."

11. Kara McCullough

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Kara McCullough likes to go outside to keep herself in shape. Specifically, she enjoys hiking. McCullough shared this video of herself hiking in Horseshoe Bend. She captioned the post, “Horseshoe Bend is a horseshoe-shaped incised meander of the Colorado River located near the town of Page, Arizona, United States.”

12. Kenya Moore

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Before she starred on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Kenya Moore was known as a Miss USA titleholder. She shared some of her skincare tips and favorite products with E! News. Moore says that makeup wipes are very important. "For me, I do have a breakout. It's usually caused by not cleaning my makeup off from the end of the day. I have to make sure to clean the makeup off my face nightly. I think it's important to let your skin breathe. What I love about these Neutrogena wipes is that that keep me from breaking out and they prevent me from forgetting to clean my face. These. Are. A. Lifesaver."

13. Ali Landry

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In addition to being Miss USA, Ali Landry is an actress, TV host, and blogger. In this post, she revealed her favorite at-home workouts. “I put together a simple fitness kit with my basics that I use to elevate my workouts in the most powerful way. Each fitness tool is purposeful, even my wardrobe choices. Creating a space in the corner of my bedroom where I can keep everything neatly in a basket has made a huge difference with my mindset. I have everything ready and there is no thinking. Anytime I can give myself the gift of thirty minutes, I’m ready to jump right in and I don’t give the space to talk myself out of it.”

14. Morgan Romano

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A cause that current reigning Miss USA, Morgan Romano, is passionate about is getting girls involved in STEM. She shared her thoughts on this in an interview. "I think the way that we bring that number to 50% girls is to start at a younger age. And to start getting girls involved before the age of five. Another statistic shows that if a girl is not introduced to Stem by age 5, 97 percent of the time, they will not pursue a career in STEM.”

15. Asya Branch

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Asya Branch shared how she prepped for the 2021 Miss Universe competition with HollywoodLife. “I have ran the stairs a couple of times [in the apartment building], but then I realized I’ve always hated cardio. And so then I was like, that was not the right move. I do my ab workouts. I have some dumbbells. I’m just trying to stay on track, but I’m not going to lie, I have good genetics!”

16. Elle Smith

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Elle Smith shared her secrets for keeping her skin pageant-ready with Ebony.com. “For my skincare, I always begin by cleansing my face with the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser. It’s a really gentle exfoliator so my skin always feels soft yet hydrated afterward. After cleansing, I follow up with The Ordinary’s hyaluronic acid. It’s really lightweight and it doesn’t leave my skin feeling sticky. Afterwards, I use the SeneGence SeneDerm DayTime Moisturizer to make sure I have a clean canvas for my makeup.”

17. Rima Fakih

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In an interview with Maxim, Rima Fakih talked about being an Arab-American in the public eye. “I am very proud of who I am and where I came from. I encourage everyone to feel the same. It is a great thing to stand out versus fit in. I was honored and truly grateful to be a girl who escaped the war in the Middle East, survived living in the hood, grew up poor and made it this far. I wanted to show any girl that anything is possible.”

18. Susie Castillo

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Susie Castillo has remained in the public eye since winning Miss USA in 2003. Notably, she worked as a VJ on MTV. One thing Castillo likes to do is go hiking. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself on the rocks. Castillo captioned the post, “Shoutout to @matthewgleslie for making me look like a badass hiker in the 1st two photos🫶🏻3rd photo is the reality where I show the world that I’m actually a chicken sh*t.”

19. R’Bonney Gabriel

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R’Bonney Gabriel shared some of her favorite wellness secrets in an interview with Forbes. She says that she takes a lot of supplements. “Tumeric wellness shot when my sinuses are acting up! If I'm starting to feel sick, I bake a whole clove of garlic and eat it quickly to boost my immune system, and I, actually, love the way it tastes. I also take a daily women's multivitamin and vitamin D in the morning, and complete my day with magnesium citrate in the evening.”

20. Olivia Culpo

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In an interview with Byrdie, Olivia Culpo talked about her skincare routine. She says that she has changed her approach to beauty recently. “The past year put so much into perspective for me and really forced me to slow down. Beauty truly starts from within, and implementing meditation and journaling in my daily routine has truly changed my life. I find that when I am my most centered, my entire body is at ease, including my skin.”

Alexa Collins is one of the most successful social media personalities. She has a large following on both Instagram and YouTube. Collins is currently on vacation in the sunny Bahamas. She made sure to get some photos for Instagram. In a recent post, Collins posed on a hammock over the ocean. She wore a white bathing suit and had a red flower in her hair. She captioned the post, “Somewhere out in paradise.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Alexa Collins 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’s Confident In Herself

Collins revealed some of her wellness secrets to Women Fitness. She says that she’s all about being confident in herself. “I’ve always been very body confident,” she says. “And I feel that every woman should be confident in her own body. Stop caring about what others think because it will ruin you. Look in the mirror and love yourself!”

2. She Keeps Her Hair Routine Simple

Collins has amazing hair. She revealed some of her secrets to Women Fitness. She says that she aims to not do too much to her hair. “For my hair, I use Olaplex Shampoo and Conditioner,” Collins says. “I try not to wash my hair too often. I also use all of their leave-in treatments which have allowed my hair to grow long and thick.”

3. She Goes For What She Wants

Collins is all about consistency. She says that she isn’t afraid to go after what she wants. When Women Fitness asked what advice she would give to others, Collins answered that people should go after what they want and stick with it. “Never give up on a dream that you have. Always push for it. Sometimes things take longer than ever but it’s worth waiting around for.”

4. She Uses A Meal Plan

Collins makes sure to eat healthy as often as she can. She revealed to Women Fitness that she uses a meal plan and a delivery service to help her. “I try to eat really healthy during the week. I’m on a meal plan with a local company here in South Florida called Ideal Nutrition. I get a week’s supply of healthy, low-calorie meals that are easy to eat.”

5. She Hikes

Collins likes to go hiking to stay in shape. She shared this photo on Instagram of a hike she took to Camelback Mountain. “I feel like I need to talk more about personal experiences on here. Here’s that one time I hiked up Camelback Mountain with the absolute wrong shoes, not enough water, and no hiking gear. This experience was full of dehydration, sweating, swelling (yes my fingers became extremely large and my rings got stuck on my hands), and seeing throw up on every other rock. Although it was a rough experience, we were able to get to the top, and it was beautiful. Not sure how this was possible but hey, at least I didn’t have a heat stroke. Camelback = 1, Alexa = 0.”