Megan Young in Workout Gear is a "5km Finisher!”

Megan Young is a model, actress, and former Miss World contestant. She and her husband, Mikeal Daez, ran in the recent Run For Wellness. Young shared a reel on Instagram of the experience. She captioned the post, “5km finisher!! I wasn’t much of a runner and only did it so that I could get some cardio in. The past year and a half has been life changing for me though as I’ve started to conquer the challenge of running more than my usual 3km. This year’s #RunForWellness was inspiring and I had so much fun with Fofo as we’re running towards embracing our health and wellbeing.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Megan Young stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Runs

As you can see from her Instagram post, Young likes to run to stay in shape. FloTrack states that running is a great way to stay in shape. “Running and jogging is an aerobic exercise, and you’re working out both your heart and lungs while doing so. This will also lead to a lower resting heart rate, lower bad cholesterol in your blood and lower blood pressure. You don’t need to run an obscene amount of miles every day to get these benefits, either. Those who just run a couple of minutes a day decrease their risk of cardiovascular death by 58 percent. If you have a hard time running, you can still give your heart a workout by jogging or walking.”

2. She Walks

Young and her husband like to go on walks together. They shared this Instagram video on their accounts of themselves walking through Ilocos Norte. Daez captioned the post, “Ilocos Norte is beautiful!! ❤️‍🔥 From the heritage sites to the food, to the beaches and the lovely people— we can’t wait to go back for an extended vacay.”

3. She Swims

Young and Daez also like to swim together. They shared this reel on Instagram of the couple going to the beach and going for a dip. Daez captioned the post, “One of the best perks of living in the province is being so close to the beach. Literally, 15 minutes after waking up, here we are. It's just a hassle when your husband bullies you hahaha."

4. She Weight Trains

Young likes to weight train to stay in shape. She and Daez shared this video on Instagram of herself lifting a barbell. Daez captioned the post, “Boneezy and I are finally back at the gym! That's it! Even in deadlifts, Bonez wants to give it a try. On a more serious note, it’s not easy adjusting to gym life again! The hurt-y 30s is a thing 😵‍💫😅😝 Any other millenials out there having a hard time in the gym nowadays? 🫰”🏽

5. She Works Out With Her Husband

As you can see from some of the previous Instagram posts, Young works out with Daez a lot. Better Health states that working out with a loved one can be very beneficial. “You’re less likely to get bored when you have a workout buddy, especially a friend. While you’re catching up, having a laugh, encouraging each other, you’re also getting healthier. It’s a win-win. Chatting to a friend during exercise and breaks can help time pass quickly too. You’ll have more options as well, such as a game of tennis or squash.”

Meggan Grubb has a massive online community of 1.3M followers. The fitness influencer aims to inspire others to be the best version of themselves. “Ready to builddddd + get into a solid lifting routine again!!! Who wants some help with that too + fancies doing it with me,” she asked on her Instagram stories, posing in the gym for a mirror selfie. Here’s what Meggan does to maintain her health and wellness, and continue working towards her fitness goals.

1. She keeps moving

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She continued to move and feel good throughout her pregnancy. “Feel so so sooo lucky to have been able to continue to move throughout my pregnancy and fill my body with endorphins, energy, strength and power. Exercise makes me feel so happy and makes me feel like me, I’ve never been more grateful for my body being able to move + grow my little baby too,” she said on Instagram. “Don’t get me wrong, training throughout pregnancy is 10000% not for everyone - it’ll depend on your symptoms, if you’re high risk and what you did prior to being pregnant so I in no way want this to make any mamas feel pressured but..If you can and you WANT to, keep going and keep moving that bod mama. Whether it’s weightlifting, pilates, yoga, walks! Movement will help you feel happier, healthier, lighter + actually helps with the aches and pains even if it feels like there’s no way it could. It really really will 💕 the mental strength you’ll gain from pushing through the harder days will be so beneficial too.”

2. She stays motivated

She remains motivated and active, keeping up with her routine and fitness goals. “Healthy happy strong women, let’s say it louder!!! Tag someone who needs to hear this today. Can’t wait to tell my baby girl this forever,” she said on Instagram. According to Health Direct, “most people struggle with motivation, but it is even more challenging if you have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Here are some tips: set yourself one specific, achievable goal. Think about how to include that goal in your life, what you need to do to make it happen. Then put a timeframe on it (such as one week or one month). Break your goal into small, easy tasks and set regular reminders to complete each step. Use your family and friends as support – tell them about your goals and encourage them to help keep you motivated.”

3. She factors in quick and effective workouts

She fits in quick, effective workouts. She posted “30 minute glutes ✨Your weekly reminder that you don’t need to spend hours in the gym, a 20-30 minute blast is SO beneficial 🤌🏼For my busy gals on the go this booty session is perrrrrrfect. I’m currently writing + testing sessions just like this for a new summer programme where all the workouts are going to be super compact but still effective for when you have less time, are on holiday this summer or just want something quick but killer for the muscles,” on Instagram to inspire those with minimal time to still factor in a workout.

4. She wants to be an inspiration

She wants to inspire her family to be active and healthy as they grow. “One thing I’m so passionate about now I’m a mum is to ensure Winnie grows up in an environment where she can see and feel how positive being active can be. She’s so much more likely to carry that feeling towards movement into her adult life then. It’s really hard getting into fitness as an adult if you don’t have any kind of foundation, I think it’s a huge reason the fitness industry was extremely male dominant for years. So many women grew up believing fitness was for boys, PE was for boys, we would get bulky and ‘manly’ if we did it,” she said on Instagram.

5. She’s positive

She stays positive with a healthy, happy mindset. “A mid week feel good reminder for you 🍓✨❤️‍🩹🌸 life’s way way too short to live seeing the glass half empty!! Look for the best in the people you meet, not the worst. Be silly like it’s 2k12 again. Tell the people you love that you love them as much as you can, it’s not weird!! Enjoy each day, the exciting ones AND the mundane ones - (cos there’s usually lots of them too.) Sit in the slower moments and be present. Look up and notice the little things and joys in life. Send this to a bestie who needs a lil positive pick me up today, cos they deserve it,” she said on Instagram.

Radio and TV presenter Jenni Falconer is gearing up for the London Marathon, and sharing worlds of encouragement for her fellow runners. Falconer, 48, posted a picture of herself wearing black running gear, smiling for her selfie. “I bloomin’ love running. 💙 It can be hard, it can be challenging, I’m certainly not going to breeze round the London Marathon course next weekend but I do know that at the end, I will feel an overwhelming sense of pride and achievement. If you are running any race, whether Manchester tomorrow, London next week or another, remember the fact that doing it is enough. Good luck. If you’re running London on April 21st, I’ll see you on the course! Happy running,” she captioned the inspiring post. Here’s what Falconer’s diet, exercise, and training looks like.

1. Light Breakfast

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Falconer prefers a light breakfast during the week. “Getting up so early for work means I’m not usually very hungry so I don't have a large breakfast,” she told Top Santé. “I may only have a banana and toasted bagel, then perhaps a protein shake after a run, followed by eggs or a chicken salad for lunch. If I am out and about, it can be quite difficult to sit down to eat during the day, but I try to always make sure we have plenty of protein-rich meals at home as I feel that it is good for recovery. I do love carbs, though – I adore bread but try not to buy it too much.”

2. Runner’s High

Falconer swears by both the mental and physical benefits of running. Running has always enhanced my mood and lifted my energy levels,” she told Top Santé. “Getting up at the crack of dawn can be tough but I am a morning person so I quickly feel awake. Then, I love to run early. I am on the radio every morning hosting the Smooth Radio breakfast show, so once I finish work, I run my commute home to southwest London. It really energizes me and I love that part of my morning. In fact, I just love the feeling I get after a run. For me, the runner’s high is the closest you’ll get to feeling like a superhero. You feel invincible, like nothing can take the shine away from your happy mood.”

3. Weight Training

Falconer added weight training to her fitness regimen. “I'm in my mid-forties and with that, things change in your body as a female,” she told Runner’s World. “I’ve been told the ideal thing to do is lift heavy weights – so I’ve started working with a trainer twice a week, focusing on running moves with heavy weights, such as lunges, squats and deadlifts. It’s really benefiting me.”

4. She Plays Golf

Falconer loves to play golf with her parents. “Three years ago, I developed a new sporting passion for golf and am now obsessed!” she told Top Santé. “I come from a family of golfers, so I now get to spend time with my parents doing something they love. Golf is such a great way to keep fit as you can get in so many steps going around the course. It’s also led to me having a new social group of friends, too. I don’t find it too difficult to keep fit in my 40s. I actually feel so much stronger and confident in my body at this age. I also know where I am in terms of work and family life, so keeping up with exercise is vital for my well being, too.”

5. Friendly Runner

Falconer loves running with similar-minded people, especially along the coast. “Every time I run I have a big cheesy grin on my face,” she told Runner’s World. “If you see me out running, please smile back because I smile at everyone, but no one else smiles! My favorite place to run is the south of Spain – there’s a stretch near Marbella that goes on for 10 miles along the coast. If you go out in the morning, you see the sunrise, and in the evening, you see the sunset – there are loads of people out there running and walking.”

Keely Hodgkinson, a rising star in track and field, has made waves on the global stage. After winning silver in the 2021 Olympics, she clinched gold in the 800 meter at this year's Olympics, solidifying her status as a top athlete. Before her triumphant performance, Hodgkinson graced the pages of ELLE UK, sharing stunning photos from the shoot on Instagram with the caption, "This was so fun." Curious about how she maintains her peak physical condition? Read on to discover five ways Keely Hodgkinson stays in shape and see the photos that prove her methods work.

1. She Does A Split 800 Meter

Hodgkinson shared her training secrets with Runner’s World. She says that she splits the 800 meter up. “There's a session I do, which is usually the last one I’ll run before a championships. It’s a split 800m, so a 400m, 30 seconds’ rest, then another 400m. The outcome is very accurate in terms of telling you what you’re capable of. When I was at the Tokyo Olympics, I did that session beforehand and I split a 1:55.3, then ended up running 1:55.8. So it’s a really honest reflection of where you’re at.”

2. She Trains 7 Days A Week

Hodgkinson trains 7 days a week. She shared her routine with Runner’s World. “So, it’s cross training on Mondays. On Tuesdays, I’ll do a session on the cross trainer and then I’ll do a track session. Wednesdays involve a 30-minute run and 40 minutes on the cross trainer, plus some gym work. Thursdays are similar to Tuesdays, but with maybe more of a tempo-type session. I always have Fridays off, then Saturdays in the winter will be a longer session and in the summer a track session. Sundays in the winter will be hills, and in the summer I’ll do a 15-minute run.”

3. She Eats A Pre-Race Breakfast

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Hodgkinson shared her favorite pre-race breakfast with Runner’s World. “It’s probably one of those questions where nearly every athlete has the same answer, but I’d say porridge – and I always have a cup of tea. Then white toast. I’m usually the athlete who doesn’t have the snacks, although there will often be some granola lying around somewhere.”

4. She Enjoys Eating Healthy

Hodgkinson revealed to Runner’s World that she actually enjoys eating healthy. “I eat pretty well. I’m not really a person who craves takeaways or things like that, because they just don’t make me feel very good. My friends will say, ‘Let’s get a Chinese,’ but I’d rather just eat a chocolate bar, to be honest – that’s my thing. So I eat pretty well, not so much because I have to, but more because I like to. I eat a lot of fruit and vegetables and good carbohydrates, but there will always be a chocolate bar, too. I think I need the calories, to be honest.”

5. She Isn’t Bothered By What Others Think

Hodgkinson isn’t bothered by what others think of her. She told ELLE UK, “You can’t get overly bothered about what everyone else is doing. I think that’s good [to remember] in every aspect of life, whether it’s how you look or what job you have – if you’re just comparing, you’re going to be miserable.”

Track and Field star, Emma Oosterwegel, works hard towards her fitness goals and remains grateful. “Off season has started! I am proud to look back at my completed competitions, even though the year started a bit rough due to medical issues. Thanks to everyone who came all the way to France to cheer for me! And can't forget to thank my coach Ronald, my physio Luc, my doctor Petra and the best teammates @sofiedokter and @anoukvetter for all the hard work and laughter🧡 Also a big thanks to @adidasrunning @starolbv @qandaretail and @atletiekunienl for the support. I am grateful for the journey and the people around me😇 Time to recharge and on to next season,” she said on Instagram. Here’s how she stays healthy, strong, and feeling her best.

1. She lifts weights

Weight lifting is a part of her workout routine to build muscle. Seen in this video on Instagram, captioned “clean pb 🤩 #100kg,” or again here, in a series of clips of her working out and lifting in various ways captioned “Monday weights 🏋‍♀️,” she has incredible form.

2. She’s positive and supportive

Even if she has a setback, she wishes her teammates luck and remains positive. “Unfortunately I wont be able to start the @hypomeeting_goetzis this weekend. Due to a minor injury I will have to delay my first heptathlon of the season. I wish my teammates and all the contestants good luck,” she said on Instagram, disappointed, but still supportive.

3. She celebrates

She celebrates her milestones and achievements. “Second best score ever and 7th of the WORLD!!🤩 Enjoyed this heptathlon so so much 🧡 Really proud of my teammate @anoukvetter for smashing her national record and winning the silver medal! 📷: @erki67,” she said on Instagram.

4. She’s proud

She’s proud of what she can do, and is there to lift up others. “Still can't believe we actually did this🥺 I am so happy we could share these moments together. I am very proud of you, @femke_bol . On to many more adventures together🧡📷: @coopsrun,” she said on Instagram photos of her celebrating.

5. She runs

She spends time in nature, running and getting fresh air. On a beautiful video following her running, Emma said “fall run 🍂🍁,” while fitting in some cardio. According to Better Health, “regular running or jogging offers many health benefits. Running can help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise, strengthen muscles, improve cardiovascular fitness, [and] burn plenty of kilojoules.”