Lexie Hull in Workout Gear Says "Tis the Season"

Lexie Hull is a professional basketball player with an ever-growing following. She currently plays for the Indiana Fever. She previously played for Stanford. A few weeks ago, she shared a set of photos on Instagram of herself at games and at practice. Hull captioned the post, “Tis the season.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Lexie Hull stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Plays Basketball

Basketball is the main way Hull stays in shape. According to Better Health, the sport has a lot of benefits. “While not renowned as an aerobic sport, it is still a great workout that can help you: burn calories (an hour of basketball can burn 630–750 calories), build endurance, improve balance and coordination, develop concentration and self-discipline, build up muscle.”

2. She Does Aerial Work

Hull likes to try new things to stay in shape. One thing she is learning to do is aerial yoga. She shared this video of herself using silks at a studio. Hull captioned the post, “Try something new in 2023: ✅” The Columbia Association states that aerial yoga is a great workout. “Aerial yoga essentially lifts traditional postures off the ground. This temporary relief from gravity is great for your joints. The aerial hammocks support your body and empower you to take on more challenging poses without strain, force or effort. This helps you achieve proper alignment, deeper stretches and more release in the joints and muscle fibers.”

3. She Plays Pickleball

Basketball isn’t the only sport Hull enjoys. She also loves to play pickleball. Hull shared this video on Instagram of herself playing a game. She captioned the post, “I can see what the hype’s all about.” Renown Health states that the sport has a lot of benefits. “Hitting and receiving the ball can help improve your hand-eye coordination and balance. It helps your mind stay sharp, supports cognitive function and builds footwork skills. Moving your whole body during the game allows your joints to stay flexible.”

4. She Has Support

Hull has found a supportive community in the basketball world. She opened up about this to The Spokesman Review. “Spokane breeds some really good basketball players. I know a lot of them are still playing and it’s super awesome to have that 509 connection across the basketball world. I know there’s people overseas, there’s people everywhere still playing, still pursuing the game. They have my support and I know they’re supporting me. It’s a super-tight community for sure.”

5. She Hikes

"As with all exercise, hiking comes with heart health benefits. Studies have shown that exercise can reduce your risk of heart disease. By working out, your circulation improves and your heart becomes stronger," says the Cleveland Clinic. "It’s recommended that everyone gets at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week. And for Dr. Kampert, it’s all about improving your oxygen consumption or VO2 max, which shows how well your heart pushes blood to your muscles, and how efficiently your muscles can extract the oxygen from your circulating blood."

Professional golfer Lexi Thompson is getting ready for the 2024 season by hitting the gym. Thompson, 28, shared a picture of herself wearing shorts and a talk top, using a cable machine. “Few more days before heading out to get the 2024 season started 👊🏼💪🏼,” she captioned the post. “You are a rock star in the gym Lexi,” a fan commented. Thompson is the youngest golfer to qualify for the U.S. Women’s Open—here’s what her training and wellness regimen looks like.

1. Cardio and Strength Training

Thompson works out twice a day to stay competition-ready. “I’m not one to ever give my secrets away, however, the importance of weight training and cardio has been a major aspect of my life,” she told Modern Luxury Palm Beach. “I eat healthy all the time and include lots of protein. I try to make sure everything is balanced with my training regimen.”

2. Fitness First

Fitness is very important for Thompson, during both tournaments and the off season. “Weeks out on the LPGA Tour can sometimes be long and strenuous,” she told Athleisure Magazine. “I often arrive to a golf tournament on Monday of tournament week with two practice rounds prior to the first round of competition. When I’m at home, I work out twice in the gym daily. I always like to work out in the morning as I am an early riser and typically will do cardio later in the day… During my off-season you’ll most likely find me in the gym. Fitness is an extremely important part of my routine and has become an extremely important part of my overall life.”

3. Consistent Routine

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Thompson has a consistent routine for tournaments. “My routine is extremely important to my success on the golf course,” she told Athleisure Magazine. “Prior to leaving for a tournament, I typically play multiple rounds of golf at my home course before leaving. I try to put the least amount of stress on my body during a tournament week, so I am prepared to go for round one and maintain my energy through the final round. By keeping a consistent routine, I am able to perform at the highest level consistently.”

4. Skincare Line

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Thompson was inspired to create her beauty line Lexi Skin after spending years in the sun for golf. “Skincare has always been a passion of mine,” she told Athleisure Magazine. “Playing golf and outdoor sports my whole life, I have had a ton of sun exposure. I have really had to learn how to protect my skin and as I have become a little older, prevent it from premature aging. I was introduced to Dr. Arthur Swift and Dr. Stewart Davis, and together we have developed unique anti-aging skin care products that are highly effective and priced appropriately for active women like me.”

5. LPGA Founders Award

Thompson won the 2023 LPGA Founders Award and is dedicated to her fans. “I’m very focused on my golf game as well. But I love to give back and see the fans out there and interact with all volunteers. That’s how my mom raised me,” Thompson told Sarah Kellam. “I always just try to make somebody else’s day better or put a smile on their face over myself. Could be a blessing and a curse, but honestly, it makes me feel better about myself if I make somebody else happier. That’s what we’re all trying to do. We’re trying to grow the game and LPGA.”

Lexi Thompson is getting her sweat on – at a hotel. In a new social media post the golfer shows off her amazing body during a grueling workout. “Hotel gym workout,” she captioned the mirror selfie. How does the athlete approach health and wellness? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits – including her diet and workout routine.

1. Golf

Lexi spends most of her time on the golf course, perfecting her swing. Golf's health benefits are extensive, including mind, body, and even lifespan, according to a comprehensive review published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Benefits include improved longevity, decreased risk of developing heart disease or suffering a stroke, good mental health, and improved strength and balance.

2. Sled Pulling

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During an interview with Holly Sonders and Gary Williams, Lexi discussed her love-hate relationship with a particular exercise. “Sled pulling is pretty hard,” she confessed. “That is something interesting, and my trainer puts a good amount of weight on the sled,” she added. “It is very difficult, but I love it. I love training and just knowing I can improve on my fitness is very important to me.”

3. Core Strength

Lexi also explained that she improved her core strength in the gym, which helped a lot with her golf swing and self-esteem. “I feel a lot better about myself,” she said.

4. Special Diet Before Events

When she is playing a golf event, Lexi follows a special diet, which includes a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, protein bars, and beef jerky. She revealed that Tiger Woods suggested it to keep her calories and energy levels up.

5. Intense Exercise Sessions at the Gym

In one of her workout videos, Lexi revealed her intense routine. It included squats with a kettlebell. “Feet shoulder width apart, feet a little toed out. Ensure good posture — header, chest out. And squeeze at the top,” she said in the clip. Then she did 10 single-leg deadlifts per side using a kettlebell. “Good posture, keep your core tight and really focus on your balance,” she said. Next up, hip rotation using a band. “Really focus on keeping your balance as you rotate that hip. Keep it nice and slow and controlled,” she suggested. She ends the video with a monster walk.

Lexie Brown is taking a break from basketball – in her bathing suit. In one of her latest social media posts, the WNBA Los Angeles Sparks player shows off her incredible body in a bathing suit. “My other summer uniform,” she joked in the Instagram caption. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Lexie Brown stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Does Strength and Weight Training

Lexie trains hard in the gym, doing a variety of weight and strength training exercises. She even sells her workout programs on her website. Physical activity is anything that gets your body moving. 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.

2. She Does Yoga

Lexie gets her stretch on with yoga. She told The Athletic that she loves a sunrise or sunset yoga class. There is a laundry list of reasons to do yoga, explains Harvard Health. “Researchers found that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years, gained less weight during middle adulthood,” they said. “People who were overweight actually lost weight. Overall, those who practiced yoga had lower body mass indexes (BMIs) compared with those who did not practice yoga. Researchers attributed this to mindfulness. Mindful eating can lead to a more positive relationship with food and eating.”

3. She Walks and Hikes

Lexie also gets outside and goes for walks and hikes. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

4. She Golfs

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Basketball isn’t the only game Lexie excels at – she loves golfing. A comprehensive review published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that golf's health benefits are extensive, including mind, body, and even lifespan. Benefits include improved longevity, decreased risk of developing heart disease or suffering a stroke, good mental health, and improved strength and balance.

5. She Plays Basketball

Lexie’s primary sweat method is obviously basketball. “Basketball promotes speed, agility, strength, power and endurance. It [has] also been shown to increase flexibility and motor coordination. As a result, basketball is uniquely oriented to improve fundamental motor skills that are shown to be beneficial in promoting general health,” Koco Eaton, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, founder of Eaton Orthopaedics and a former basketball player, tells Nike.