Laura Wright in Workout Gear is "Just Grateful"

Laura Wright is “recharging” in Hawaii – in her workout clothes. In a new social media post the General Hospital star shows off her amazing body in workout clothes as she takes a walk on the beaches of Kauai. “Just grateful for a few days in paradise 🏝️#kauai #hanaleibay #recharge,” she captioned the Instagram post. How does the 53-year-old soap star approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

1. Beachbody Program

In Spring 2016 Laura “was really sick a lot,” she told Soap Opera Digest. “I was still really struggling with the end of my marriage [to John Wright, her spouse of 21 years] — feeling better about it, but probably not really dealing with it. And I thought, ‘I have to do something.’” This is when she discovered the Beachbody program and had such a great experience she became a coach. “I walk different. I stand different. I sleep different. I love how amazing my body feels,” she said about her transformation.

2. Progress Photos

Wright told Soap Opera Digest that her coach had her post workout photos on Facebook each day, which helped motivate her. "My coach had me showing up to a Facebook page to post after-workout pictures and that accountability really got into my head," she said. "The workout is only 30 minutes a day and no matter how late I worked, I worked out. If I got home at 8:30 or 9 at night, I worked out and posted that picture. If I had to be at work at 6:30, I was up at 5 doing my workout and posting. I was like, 'This really works!' Then I thought, 'Every workout works. So why did this click in differently for my brain?' And it was the coaching page, the community."

3. Challenges

Laura is all about challenges, which is part of the program. “Day one of 80 down!” she posted on Instagram, per Woman’s World, about the first day of one of hers. “Clearly, I’m really happy about it! Food on point — meal prepping and answering your emails!”

4. Meditating and Reading

Laura does “a lot of meditating and reading,” she told FBJFit. “A good book can profoundly impact your life. Two of my favorites are The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz and New Earth by Eckhart Tolle.” One Harvard study published in Social Science & Medicine found that people who read books regularly had a 20% lower risk of dying over the next 12 years compared with people who weren't readers or who read periodicals.

5. Hiking

She also told FBJFit that she enjoys hiking. 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

Kelsey Kiel, a prominent CrossFit athlete, recently shared glimpses of her life on Instagram, including quality time spent with her family, partner, and beloved dog. Her post reflects a heartwarming weekend filled with adventures, football, pumpkin picking, and cozy coffee moments. Kiel expressed her sentimentality, saying, “I miss Jojo already. Such a good weekend with my mom, my guy and of course, Oliver. 🥹♥️ adventures, football, pumpkins and coffee. I’m grateful!!” This showcases not just her physical strength but also the strong bonds she cherishes with her loved ones, highlighting the balance she maintains between her rigorous training regimen and a fulfilling personal life.

1. She Works Hard

Kiel makes sure to work hard when she trains. She talked about this in the caption of this Instagram video. “The truth is - I’ve been chasing a competitive dream in some way shape or form for almost 10 years. Taking this time for ME has filled my cup (and then some♥️). But it’s hard when I’m used to my body looking a certain way. But the truth is I had to fight to be lean. I had to count and track everything I ate and drank. When I finally gave myself the necessary grace and time away from that, I’ve evolved and my body has followed suit.”

2. She Works On Self-Love

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Kiel is working on self-love, especially when it comes to her body. She also talked about this in the caption of the previous Instagram video. “I’m going to fight to love this body in this season of life. I’m going to be better about speaking kindly to myself. It’s hard and I think it’ll be something I have to actively work on (always and forever), but I must, and you must, because this is our one precious life and why should we go through it being so damn hard on ourselves?”

3. She Lifts Weights

Kiel likes to lift weights to stay in shape. She is seen lifting a barbell in the previous Instagram video. Kiel also shared this post of herself weightlifting, captioning it, “Stayin’ skrong 👸🏼✨ // 225, 235, 245 for 1+1 🤝” ACE Fitness states that weights have a lot of health benefits. “Strength training with heavy weights improves muscle definition. Muscle definition occurs as the result of muscles remaining in a state of semi-contraction and heavy strength training recruits the larger type II muscle fibers responsible for a muscle’s appearance.”

4. She Does Yoga

Kiel shared some of her favorite ways to stay fit in this Instagram post. One thing she is seen doing is yoga. Harvard Health reports that yoga has a lot of health benefits. “Yoga develops inner awareness. It focuses your attention on your body's abilities at the present moment. It helps develop breath and strength of mind and body. It's not about physical appearance.”

5. She Walks

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Another exercise that Kiel is seen doing in the previous Instagram post is walking. Harvard Health states that walking has a lot of benefits. “A pair of studies from the University of Exeter found that a 15-minute walk can curb cravings for chocolate and even reduce the amount of chocolate you eat in stressful situations. And the latest research confirms that walking can reduce cravings and intake of a variety of sugary snacks.”

Danielle Brandon is a very successful CrossFit athlete. She recently competed in a competition, and shared some highlights on Instagram. In them, Brandon is seen lifting weights and bags, running, and spending time with other athletes. She captioned the post, “This past weekend was fun, silly, humbling, competitive, and nothing short of impressive!! 😮‍💨💫🏆I walk away full of gratitude to be surrounded by such greatness…. I mean seriously, to be on a team full of absolute legends and savages took me freakin BACK !!! especially after watching @emily_rolfe19 and @dallinpepper do their thing - that was out of this world 🌎✨🤯”

1. She Pushes Herself

In the caption of her Instagram post, Brandon talked about the importance of pushing herself in competitions. “Even after 6 years of doing this full time you forget there’s levels to this $hit - even at the top. Just because you’re surrounded by the best doesn’t mean you’re one of them. There is and should always be a constant fight to prove you can hang with the best of the best. Because of @wodapalooza we got to show the world so much greatness and I’m glad I got to be a small part to help TEAM NA TO VICTORY 🥳 love you all so so so much and there isn’t a day that goes by that I am not thankful for what I get to do and WHO I get to do it with and next to 🤍”

2. She Runs

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In her Instagram post, Brandon is seen running on the treadmill. This is very beneficial. According to Healthy Talbot, “Treadmill working is an aerobic/ cardio exercise. Studies demonstrate that aerobic exercise can minimize the risk of heart diseases. Moreover, they can strengthen your heart muscles. This helps to lower blood pressure and allows the heart to pump blood more efficiently. Most doctors recommend aerobic exercise to people suffering from cardiovascular diseases.”

3. She Lifts Weights

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Brandon is also seen doing strength training exercises in her Instagram post. The Mayo Clinic states that strength training is very beneficial. “Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories. Strength training may enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities.”

4. She Hikes

Brandon likes to hike to stay in shape. She shares a lot of posts on Instagram of herself doing so. Brandon shared these photos of herself on a mountain, captioning them, “You just gotta keep livin man.” She also included a hiking photo and video in this Instagram post. Brandon captioned it, “Is it quite witerally all for the homies… & pups.”

5. She Uses A Fitness Bike

Brandon shared this video of herself working out on Instagram. In it, she is seen using a fitness bike. Brandon captioned the post, “One foot in front of the other.” Using a fitness bike has a lot of benefits. Penn State PRO Wellness reports, “Depending on the intensity of your workout and your body weight, you can burn more than 600 calories an hour with a stationary bike workout. This makes indoor cycling an excellent workout option for burning calories quickly.”

Laura Anderson is heating up Dubai! The Love Island star shows off her famous curves in a pink swimsuit via her latest Instagram post, taking a dip in a pool while vacationing at the Palazzo Versace. The post garnered lots of comments from her fans, admiring her incredibly toned figure—"looks fabulous," said one. How does the star keep herself fit? Read on to see 6 ways Laura Anderson 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 Started Her Own Fitness Website

Laura started her own health, fitness, and lifestyle website, So-LA with her trainer Louise Carlsson since so many of her fans wanted to know all about her diet and workout secrets. On it, she reveals a lot of tips and tricks and also offers paid access to the exact training plan responsible for her fabulous figure.

2. Resistance Training Is Her Go-To Workout

“Since training with Louise, I’ve become a big fan of resistance training as part of my quest to become more toned,” Laura explains on her website. “Resistance training is an excellent way to round out your workouts if you already do cardio. It helps you build strength, improve tone, and even preserve muscle as you lose weight. It will also help you feel good about yourself and your physique,” she continued. “No matter the resistance exercises you choose, ensure that you stay consistent but vary the routine. Failing to vary the workouts and resistance means that you are not getting the full benefits. Try different things to vary your workouts and you will definitely be pleased with the results.”

3. She Drinks This Avocado Smoothie

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Laura revealed the recipe to her go-to green drink on her website:

• 1/2 avocado
• 1/2 frozen banana
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1/2 cup pomegranate
• 1/2 cup ice
• 1/2-1 cup cold water/ dairy free milk of choice

Instructions:

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

4. Hiring a Personal Trainer Was a Game Changer for Her

In one of her blogs, Laura revealed that prior to training with Louise, she would “rather drink wine and sit and watch tv. Sorry to begin so bluntly but it WAS true. I'm a changed woman what can I say,” she explained. “I now genuinely love and need to get my sweat on. Not just because of the endorphins afterwards but because I have a goal. I want to change my body and increase muscle. Obviously, it helps as my PT is super sweet, educated and fit to look at haha (she's a girl) but it’s just finding that motivation.” If you can afford it, she suggests you should hire a personal trainer. “SHE is my motivation and I’ve just never had that before. So from that I would suggest if you're a woman and can afford a PT then however weird it may sound look for a fit female PT that you’ll trust more as you admire her body type. The same goes for a man, try a male personal trainer who’s physique looks like your end game.”

5. She Suggests Surrounding Yourself with “Like-Minded People”

If you want to get into shape, Laura suggests surrounding yourself by people with the same objectives. “It's also true that surrounding yourself with like-minded people helps to achieve your goals. Don’t be afraid to make new friends at the gym, as in the most positive way, sometimes our comfort zones with our friends can hold us back. I don’t know about you but I’m so easily influenced. Pizza night or gym? I'd do whatever my friend said, food for thought. Excuse the pun!” she said.

6. She Reminds That Self-Love Is An Inside Job

“I think it’s so important to remember without getting too sentimental that life is a gift and we're lucky to be here,” Laura writes in a recent post. “Most of us are healthy with a million opportunities to grow and be who we want to be if we choose to take a few chances along the way. It saddens me that as a society we put so much emphasis on looks. Vanity is dangerous territory in my opinion as I believe if you rely on your appearance and it suddenly changes you will break as a person. To succeed in life we need to be strong and strength comes from character. Beauty will always shine through and what is within you, will always win in every situation. Work on your inner self first, make it your priority to learn, be more patient, understanding and tough before stressing or comparing your exterior. Everything will fall into place. Remember the most important relationship you have is with yourself and it's not about that mirror and what’s staring back at you, it’s about the conversation you’re having in your mind because that's what gets you through your day and controls your emotions. We are all beautiful and we are meant to be different.”