Gymnast Aleah Finnegan Shares Swimsuit Photo Saying "Look Both Ways"

Gymnast Aleah Finnegan is taking some well-earned time off from her intense training regimen to enjoy the beautiful climate in Florence, Italy. Olivia Dunne’s BFF shared some highlights from her trip, including snaps of herself sitting next to a sparkling blue pool, wearing a bright yellow swimsuit. Behind her was the stunning Florence cityscape, complete with dreamy spires and blue skies. “Look both ways before crossing Florence Road,” she captioned the post. How does this athlete stay so strong? Here are 5 ways she stays competition-ready.

1. Oatmeal Bowls For Breakfast

Finnegan’s go-to breakfast is a bowl of oats and oat milk mixed with peanut butter, with chocolate chips, banana, salt, a drizzle of honey, and blueberries on top. “Oatmeal is a great option whether you make it simple or dress it up with fruit, seeds and nuts,” says Andrea Dunn, RD, LD, CDE. “But besides just being an Instagram-worthy bowl of goodness, oatmeal offers a particularly impressive benefit. Eating just one and one-half cups of cooked oatmeal a day can lower your cholesterol by 5 to 8%.”

2. Swimming In the Sea

Finnegan loves swimming as a low-impact and fun way to work out. “As cardiovascular exercises go, swimming offers a little less wear and tear on the body than other options,” says exercise physiologist Christopher Travers, MS. “It’s a good choice for just about anyone. The buoyancy of the water takes the weight off. It also adds resistance, but it’s low impact.”

3. Role Model

Finnegan is proud of her Filipino heritage and sees herself a role model. “If they look at me and are like, ‘Hey she’s Filipino. I’m Filipino, too. Maybe I can do that one day,” she says. “To be able to inspire people like that because of my ethnicity would be amazing. Filipino gymnasts don’t get a lot of recognition, especially competing for the Philippines. I love how diverse gymnastics can be at the national level. It shows how connected we are through this one passion. I’m proud that I could represent the Philippines.”

4. Paris Olympics

Finnegan is hoping to qualify in September for the 2024 Paris Olympics. “I think we’re just seeing where this journey goes, you know,” she says, adding that right now she is focusing on “Rest, lots and lots of rest. Maybe a three-week long nap, I hope. But I think just taking time to rest my body and rest my mind. Then, we’ll pick it up again.”

5. Positive Thinking

Finnegan has learned the power of positivity when it comes to competing. “Everyone around me who has just been so supportive and those people who aren’t, as well,” she says. “Those who are like, you’re crazy, what are you doing? But I mean, God’s given me the talent, the ability and the body to be able to continue to perform and so that’s what I'm going to do… I think I’m just going to see how it goes with my body. I have some little issues that I’ve got to take care of, but nothing’s set for the next competitions.”

Tiffany Stratton is a professional wrestler. She’s also known for posting a lot of stunning photos on her Instagram. She just shared a new set of bathing suit photos this week. In them, Stratton modeled a pink bikini. Her toned body was on full display. She captioned the post, “This chapter of my life is called: my turn.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Tiffany Stratton 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 Wrestles

Stratton is a professional wrestler. Naturally, this is one of the things that keeps her in shape. Stratton has to stay consistent when it comes to both her workouts and diet. Stratton also shares highlights from her fights on Instagram. She posted this video of herself flipping over the wires. She captioned it, “Barbie in her element.”

2. She’s A Former Gymnast

Stratton has been active all her life. When she was young, she used to do gymnastics. Stratton shares old videos from her gymnastics days on Instagram. In this one, Stratton did flips on a trampoline at a competition. She captioned it, “Same shit, different day.” Her gymnastics training likely helps her do different tricks in the ring.

3. She Swims

Stratton loves to spend time outside. She posts a lot of photos on Instagram of herself doing that. One thing Stratton likes to do is go swimming. She has a lot of photos on her page of herself by the water. Stratton shared these photos of herself by a waterfall. She captioned it, “Summer glow.”

4. She Weight Trains

Stratton has to do a lot of different workouts to stay in shape. One thing she does is weight train. She shares a lot of photos and videos on Instagram of herself using weights and doing strength training exercises. Stratton shared these photos of herself using hand dumbbells. She captioned it, “Everybody loves you…Until you’re competition.”

5. She Works Out Her Upper Body

To be a wrestler, Stratton has to have a strong upper body. She does a lot of weightlifting to build arm muscle. She shared this video on Instagram of herself working out her shoulders. In it, she is seen lifting weights with her arms straight out facing the ground. She captioned it, “Training shoulders > literally any other muscle group.”

The world of elite athleticism is a realm of dedication, discipline, and determination, and the female Team USA Olympians exemplify these qualities like no other. From sprinting sensation Allyson Felix to swimming prodigy Katie Ledecky, these remarkable athletes not only achieve greatness on the world stage but also offer insights into their rigorous training regimens, dietary choices, and personal philosophies. Dive into the stories behind their enviable physiques as we explore the training secrets, workout routines, and nutrition strategies that power these phenomenal women in their pursuit of Olympic glory.

1. Allyson Felix

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Sprinting legend Allyson Felix revealed her diet in an interview. “I usually keep breakfast light: yogurt and granola. In transit to the gym, I’ll have an acai bowl or some type of smoothie. Lunch is a salad with protein and fruit. And then for dinner (that’s my biggest meal) I eat a lot of fish, brown rice or sweet potatoes and veggies. Asparagus is one of my favorites. And zucchini.”

2. Katie Ledecky

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Swimmer Katie Ledecky revealed her training regime to Prevention. “I swim 10 times a week,” she says. “It’s quite a bit of training. It doesn’t really change in an Olympic year. We have other big meets throughout the four-year, in this case five-year, cycle.”

3. Gabby Douglas

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Gabby Douglas shared her training secrets with HollywoodLife. “Honestly and here’s my secret — I don’t workout my arms as much as I workout my legs or as much as my body. I love a long, toned arm and not too masculine, but that’s just my body. You love what you love and so I just do stretches with my arms to try to elongate everything.”

4. Megan Rapinoe

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Megan Rapinoe broke down her workout routine in an interview. “My workout is a combination between cardio, strength training, and on-field work. It’s a balance of all of those three. When I’m in my club team environment, it’s more soccer. When I’m away from that, I focus more in the gym on strength work. I try to build that base. A lot of Pilates, interval cardio work when I’m in the gym, too.”

5. Alex Morgan

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Alex Morgan shared some of her diet and workout secrets with The Beet. She says that she believes in moderation when it comes to food. “There are times when I may find myself eating something that has eggs in it or dairy. Sometimes that slips into my diet and I am trying to eat healthy and plant-based but when that happens I tell myself to give myself some grace. So if you are trying to live healthily and vegan, you can forgive yourself. That's what I mean by giving yourself grace.”

6. Mikaela Shifrin

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In addition to skiing, Mikaela Shifrin likes to windsurf to stay in shape. She shared this post on Instagram of herself windsurfing. Shifrin captioned the post, “Windsurf & Training Camp on Maui ended a few days ago! Gonna miss getting catapulted off my rig on the daily and accidentally drinking the entire ocean in a session only for it to pour out my nose later in the day, but duty calls! Now it’s time to do more training in other parts of the world! Like… home… hahah.”

7. Simone Manuel

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Simone Manuel didn’t let the pandemic stop her from training hard. She told Yahoo in 2020, “I have been training in a backyard pool, so I'm still getting nine practices a week in. I have been doing weightlifting training at home. It's not my favorite because I don't have all the equipment that I'm used to. I'm kind of like putting books in a backpack and just adapting to the circumstance and just doing the best that I can with the situation.”

8. Aly Raisman

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Even though she’s no longer a gymnast, Aly Raisman is still working out regularly. "I actually feel like I've been able to work out a little bit more than I was before the pandemic," Raisman tells Shape. "It doesn't mean I'm working out for hours every day, but sometimes I'll do a little bit of a workout in the morning, and then even do a little bit more in the afternoon. I break it up throughout the day because that's what's working for me right now."

9. Carli Lloyd

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Carli Lloyd opened up about the changes she’s made to her workouts with Insider. "I do use weights now, but if the weights are used in the actual movements that you do on a normal basis and on your field and in your respective sport, then I think it's fine. But you're never in a squat position on the field with 300 pounds of a bar on you and doing that motion, you know, you're always on the move."

10. Gabby Thomas

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Gabby Thomas shared some of her health and wellness secrets with The Healthy. “As an Olympic medalist and a student, sleep is really important for me so I can ensure that I’m going to be my best self every day. I train at such a high level, every time I do something, it is 100%. Making sure that I am mentally and physically ready to take on the day is really crucial for me.”

11. Nastia Liukin

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Nastia Liukin shares a lot of her wellness secrets on her website. In this post, she talked about her typical morning routine. “I love the predictability of a routine. Maybe it’s because I spent the better part of my life in a strict routine training for the Olympics—it’s what I know, it’s what brings me comfort. My morning routine is ever-evolving. As I learn new things, speak to other entrepreneurs, and adapt with the changes my mind and body go through over the years, I incorporate, remove, and refine elements. Right now, I love my morning routine. It suits my current needs of setting the tone of my day, calming anxiety, and allows me to practice all of the self-care I need in order to move on to serving others.”

12. Dana Vollmer

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In an interview with ESPN, Dana Vollmer talked about how she avoids injury when swimming. “The pain in burning from using your muscles is different than the pain of hurting something. The 50 free is short, that's why I'm doing it. And my doctor said there is really no risk at all. I made a joke about doing a belly flop and [the doctor] said even that would be fine. As long as I'm cautious with the warm-up and keep some space between myself and the other swimmers, that's really the only issue at all.”

13. Jenny Thompson

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In an interview with The Daniel Island News, Jenny Thompson revealed why she decided to take up swimming again. “I started swimming again for mental health,” she said. “It was a growing up experience to not only start medical school, but also help my mom who was sick with cancer. It made swimming a lot lighter and put in perspective that there’s a lot more to life than sports. It was interesting to compete with that kind of wisdom.”

14. Maya Moore

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In this post on her website, Maya Moore talked about the impact basketball and playing in the WNBA has had on her. “I think being a part of the WNBA, whether that’s as a fan or a player, it’s a better time than ever just because of how good the players have gotten,” Moore said. “We’ve grown in athleticism and the speed of the game – the versatility of the players on the court. The games have really been fun to compete in, so I’m excited about the direction that we’re moving in. I’ve been a fan of the WNBA since I was eight, and I still am to this day.”

15. Missy Franklin

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Missy Franklin does a lot of weight training to stay in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself working out in the gym. Franklin captioned it, “Getting creative in weights yesterday! Shout out to @auphillips14 for coming up with such an awesome exercise! Love working with people who are willing to try new things and push boundaries💪🏻 Thanks @lorenlandow for being the best!”

16. Venus Williams

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Venus Williams makes sure to not only workout, but also recover. She shared her tips with CNBC’s Make It. “I do a lot of recovery, as well. Physiotherapy and massage. I like to take a lot of time to stretch … It feels amazing [and] I actually think it produces really great endorphins.”

17. Kerri Walsh-Jennings

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Prior to the 2016 Olympics, Kerri Walsh-Jennings talked about her training process with GQ. In it, she talked about the attitude she has when it comes to the sport. “I do have to keep reminding myself that it’s okay to be a work in progress. If I have a bad game it crushes me, but you can learn and grow a lot as long as you don’t stay in that place of devastation.”

18. Shawn Johnson

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In an interview with Morning Brew, Shawn Johnson talked about how she manages life in the public eye. “It's a challenge every single day. And my husband and I are very, very vocal about it with each other. And we've now hired an incredible team of people that work with us. But we do silly things every single day to protect ourselves from it. For many, many years, I wasn't allowed to read comments until I was able to get to a place where I was strong enough to digest them. Now we always say, ‘If you read something that doesn't sit well, you have to read it aloud,’ and you have to have the group validate or invalidate whatever it is.”

19. Lisa Leslie

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Lisa Leslie tells People that she is all about positivity. "Take three deep breaths. Let's find a positive affirmation that can you help you every single day, something that you can really settle into that makes you smile. Because for me, positive energy is so contagious and I think starting our days off with some sort of mantra or quote that really is inspiring, can really help you get through the moment."

20. Cat Osterman

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Cat Osterman broke down her typical meals to Us Weekly. “Breakfast can range anywhere from a smoothie to a yogurt parfait, which is yogurt, berries and granola,” she said. “This morning, I had a sweet potato hash that includes sweet potatoes, turkey sausage, peppers onions, and then I put an egg over top of it. Lunch can be anything from a salad to sandwich, occasionally maybe some chicken nuggets from Chick-fil-A. I try to do grilled chicken as much as possible. For dinner, we eat pretty well. We cook for the most part. I will substitute zucchini noodles instead of spaghetti noodles or have potatoes or sweet potatoes instead of bread and rice. I’ll put quinoa in there sometimes, I’m pretty conscious about what I eat.”

Sasha Goforth, an Arkansas Razorbacks basketball team standout, recently embarked on captivating journeys to Croatia and Greece, showcasing her adventures on Instagram. The vivid snapshots reveal her enjoying sandy shores and honing skills on the court. In her post, captioned "Greece and Croatia dumpski," she offers a glimpse into her active lifestyle. Ever wonder how she maintains her peak fitness? Read on to uncover the five strategies Sasha Goforth employs to stay in exceptional shape, each illustrated by compelling photos that validate their effectiveness.

1. She Plays Basketball, Naturally

Basketball is, naturally, the main way Goforth stays in shape. And it has a lot of health benefits. FitnessAdvisory.org states, “Basketball requires you to jump while playing, as well as running back and forth multiple times. In a basketball game, you rely on your body positioning and the ability to maintain that position when an opponent is pushing against you. This is why playing basketball can strengthen all parts of your body, especially your core muscles, neck, lower back, and arms.”

2. She Swims

Goforth spends a lot of time outside. One thing she likes to do to stay in shape is go swimming. In her recent Instagram post, Goforth is seen wading in the ocean with friends. According to Better Health, “Swimming is a great workout because you need to move your whole body against the resistance of the water. 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.”

3. She Addressed Her Gastroparesis

Goroth took a break from basketball to focus on her health while battling gastroparesis, delayed stomach emptying causing digestive and motility issues. "That was kind of the only option at that point," she said to Arkansas Online. "I realized that I was really going to have to make a change." "It was a relief for me to hear her finally say she needed to take some time off," Goforth's former high school coach Vic Rimmer told the outlet. "I could see in her eyes that her spirit was broken. Her mind was waning because physically she was struggling so much. And I was relieved for her." "People really do only see the tip of the iceberg of what is going on," Goforth added. "They have no idea what is going on behind the scenes, and that's why I try in life to just be kind and loving to everybody. Because you have no idea what somebody else's situation is."

4. She Made Time for Her Mental Health

"I really did carry the weight of the world on my shoulders," she told Arkansas Online, "or that's what it felt like to me, at least. This past year's really been just focusing on feeling right in general -- being confident, being less anxious, less depressed. I really feel so thankful for this past year."

5. She Gets Vitamin D From the Sun

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Courtney Veale has made her mark in the world of reality TV. She’s best known for appearing on Below Deck Mediterranean, but recently appeared on The Challenge UK. She recently shared a stunning new set of swimsuit photos and videos on Instagram. In them, Veale wore a blue two-piece. She captioned the post, “Good morning angels.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Courtney Veale stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Does Yoga

Veale shares a lot of her favorite workouts on Instagram. One thing she likes to do is practice yoga. And she’ll sometimes even do it on a boat. Veale shared this video of herself doing poses while sailing. She captioned the post, “Sunset stretch in the middle of the ocean.”

2. She Dances

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Veale likes to dance to stay in shape. She specifically likes to do dance challenges on TikTok. Veale shared this video of herself and her friends doing a dance TikTok, captioning it, “Wasn’t gonna post this on here but it’s just too good.” Prudential states that dance has a lot of benefits. “Increased movement also usually means increased weight loss. A study in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology found aerobic dance training can help you lose just as much weight as biking or jogging.”

3. She Hikes

Veale spends a lot of time outside. One thing she likes to do is go on hikes and walks. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself going on a hike in Malta, while on a charter. According to the National Parks Services, hiking has a lot of benefits. “Being in nature can boost your mood and improve mental health. Spending quality time in the great outdoors reduces stress, calms anxiety, and can lead to a lower risk of depression, according to a study done by researchers at Stanford University. In addition to having mental health benefits, being outdoors opens up your senses to your surroundings and improves your sensory perception. Taking in the sights, smells, and feelings of nature has so many health benefits it can even be prescribed by a doctor.”

4. She Swims

Since she works on a boat, Veale spends a lot of time by the water. Naturally, boating isn’t the only aquatic activity she enjoys. Veale also likes to go swimming, and shares a bunch of posts on Instagram of herself going for a dip. She shared this video of herself walking into a pool, captioning it, “That time I vacay’d alone in the Maldives inbetween yacht jobs.”

5. She Works With A Trainer

Veale revealed in this Instagram post that she has started working with a trainer. She captioned it, “Obviously I’ve been learning and progressing over the last 5 years but with me always working away I’ve never been able to do an actual long term plan… However I’m now 3 weeks into my 12 week online plan and I’m feeling so guuuuuud!” In it, she is seen doing weight training and lower body exerci