Miss Oregon Manju Bangalore Shares Swimsuit Photo as "Swim Model"

Manju Bangalore is reminiscing in her swimsuit. In a new social media post the beauty queen-slash-astronaut-slash-Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition model shows off her amazing body in a bathing suit from the pages of the magazine. “The time I was a Sports Illustrated Swim model 🥹Sometimes life goes by us so quickly, it’s hard to realize all the dreams we have brought to life 😭 I’m so lucky to have had the opportunity to be in the 2022 issue and walk in Miami Swim Week for the brand. Truly surreal. Will forever be grateful to my SI family for the journey,” she captioned the post. How does the former Miss Oregon approach health and wellness? Celebwell rounded up her top lifestyle habits.

1. Female Empowerment

Manju maintains that posing for the magazine was empowering. “[Editor] MJ Day and the rest of the team have pushed for female empowerment and ensuring that every woman feels represented. It's something that resonated with me,” she told Fox News. “I think it’s validating all the work I’ve done. It’s validating that I have been through my fair share of struggles. I think most of us have. And I talked about that during my callback. I talked about my mental health struggles. I’ve never been given a space where I’ve been able to talk about those things. When I was selected as a finalist, it was another way they were validating my work, my journey and what I’ve been through. It was another way to validate girls who have been through similar experiences. It has given me a platform to show that I am limitless.”

2. Astronaut Training

Manju became an astronaut candidate in 2021 and started training for space. “So I’m not quite at the astronaut candidate level. I am part of a scientist-astronaut candidate program. I know it sounds a bit similar, but basically, I’m part of this program that may lead to me getting selected to go to space one day. We are going through training that’s quite similar to where we are doing aerobatic flight,” she said. “We are doing high-altitude training, all those types of things to help you mentally and physically prepare for such a journey. One astronaut has already been selected. … It’s an opportunity to go to space and conduct experiments on behalf of the program and further scientific research. That’s my goal in furthering our human exploration. I also hope to represent women in STEM, reminding people that we are capable of anything we set our minds to.”

3. Brains and Beauty

Manju wants more women in STEM to celebrate and show off their bodies. “I think one major problem is that we’re not allowed to be multidimensional. We’re not allowed to be in a bikini and be a symbol of empowerment and aspire to go to space, do scientific research, do astrophysics research, or whatever it is. I think we need to have a better understanding that women are limitless, we’re multidimensional. We are capable of anything we set our minds to. I think the big thing that’s missing is empathy. We need to be empathetic to each other. The sooner we have that, the sooner we can understand it’s not out of the norm for someone to be in a bikini one day and be in a lab coat the next day,” she told Fox News.

4. Weight Training

Bangalore prioritizes fitness. “I do strength training, like weightlifting. I have a trainer who’s a Marine, so he gets my butt in shape *laughs*. I enjoy weightlifting,” she told Fox News.

5. Bowling

Manju stays active even in her social life. One of her favorite hobbies? Bowling. “Pink for the bowling party tonight 💞Huge thank you to @laylahrose and the rest of the @missusa team for putting together such a fun-filled night for us,” she captioned a post.

6. Cardio

Manju will also “do some cardio occasionally,” she told Fox News. 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.

Roopa Rayappa is best known for her role in the K.G.F. film series. She’s also appeared in Sri Ranga and One Cut Two Cut. Rayappa shared a stunning new reel on Instagram. In it, she enjoyed a beach day. Rayappa wore a green and blue swimsuit, looking gorgeous, and showing off her figure. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Roopa Rayappa stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Doesn’t Stress About Roles

In an interview with Times Of India, Rayappa talked about her career, and the roles she goes for. She says that she doesn’t really stress out about how big or small her role is. “I don’t feel overshadowed because I know the roles I choose will have an important part to play in the film. Overshadowing happens sometimes when the director or an actor decides to upstage all the other artistes. But, an ensemble cast helps us perform better as we have to keep up with the rest of the cast. But again, it’s not pressure.”

2. She Doesn’t Want To Be Typecast

Rayappa tells Times Of India that she doesn’t want to be typecast as any particular role. “Post KGF, I was approached with stereotypical roles and I consciously stayed away from them as I was scared of being typecast. When the makers of One Cut Two Cut approached me, I was confident of pulling off the role. The movie was released on OTT and my role was appreciated. In The Judgement, I play a central character with dual shades.”

3. She Does Research

Rayappa likes to do a lot of research about acting. She tells Times Of India, “I took to reading two years ago and I haven’t stopped since. Actors get a lot of free time between the shots during projects and reading is the most efficient use of time. Books have helped me manoeuvre through life situations. I have also been reading a lot of biographies of actors and there is so much to learn from them. Irrespective of industries, the struggle for all of us is the same. The stories of glitz and glam, the rise and fall… it is all very relatable. It helps us realise that we actors have a lot of endurance and can face anything.”

4. She Swims

As you can see from her recent post, Rayappa likes to go to the beach. She naturally likes to go swimming to keep herself in shape. Rayappa shared this video on Instagram of herself wading in the ocean. She captioned the post, “You’ve got to learn to let go.” Wake Forest University states that swimming has a lot of benefits. “If you have injuries or sore joints, swimming is great for your body. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or just looking for a low-impact alternative, swimming is much less jarring than other forms of exercise.”

5. She Gets Sun

To suntan responsibly, follow these guidelines:

1. Use sunscreen: Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
2. Limit exposure: Avoid prolonged sun exposure during peak hours (10 AM to 4 PM) when the sun's rays are strongest.
3. Seek shade: Take breaks in the shade to reduce your overall sun exposure.
4. Wear protective clothing: Cover up with long sleeves, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses.
5. Hydrate: Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated in the sun.
6. Gradual exposure: Start with short sessions and gradually increase your time in the sun to minimize the risk of sunburn.
7. Check your skin: Monitor your skin for any unusual changes or moles and consult a dermatologist if you notice anything concerning.

Manuela Alvarez Hernandez is one of the hot new models right now. In 2019, she was one of Sports Illustrated’s SI Swim Search winners. And her recent Instagram post proves why she got the job. Hernandez shared a set of photos from the beach. She wore a bunch of different swimsuits, including one in yellow, one in orange, and one in black. Hernandez captioned the post, “Leaving these here just before summer ends.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Manuela Alvarez Hernandez stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Wants To Inspire Others

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Hernandez wants to be an inspiration for other Latina models. She talked about this in an interview with HOLA USA, after winning the SI Swim Search. “It’s an honor,” she said. “And for me, it’s huge because coming from Medellin and moving to the U.S., I didn’t really think that my life was going to take this direction. The fact that I’m following my dreams, and I get to be myself and represent Latinas is truly an honor.”

2. She Changed Her Diet and Exercise

Hernandez talked about how she prepped for the SI shoot to HOLA USA. “I knew that the day of the shoot I wanted to feel my best and feel confident,” she said. “A few weeks before, I did work out a lot. I would go to the gym once or twice a day every single day. I tried to cut out dairy, meat and tried to have mainly a plant-based diet. It was really hard for me just because I love food. I love pizza; I love carbs. It really did take a lot for me to restrain myself from eating meat and all the fried foods and all the good stuff. That’s probably the best shape I’ve been in in my life.”

3. She Prioritized Education

At the 2019 SI Swimsuit On Location event in Miami, Hernandez revealed to a reporter that she put school ahead of her modeling dreams. “It honestly feels like a crazy dream,” Hernandez said. “It’s insane to see that it’s becoming a reality and I’m living it. Honestly, I’m really glad that I went to school and got my degree and that now I have the chance to do modeling all the time. Now I’m in LA, so it’s honestly just been amazing.”

4. She Swims

As you can see from her recent Instagram post, Hernandez likes to go to the beach. One thing she likes to do there is swim. She shared this video on Instagram of herself running into the water. Hernandez captioned the post, “I love this feeling.” Better Health states that, “Swimming is a great recreational activity for people of all ages. Recreational swimming can provide you with a low-impact workout and it's a good way to relax and feel good.”

5. She Skis

Swimming isn’t the only outdoor workout Hernandez likes to do. She also enjoys going skiing. Hernandez shared this set of photos and videos of herself on the slopes of Big Bear Mountain. She captioned the post, “A fun day on the mountain.” SkiCanada.org states, “It’s well documented that skiing and snowboarding benefits cardiovascular health, overall fitness, strength, coordination, balance and more. Regardless of your health and fitness goals, strapping on a pair of skis or a snowboard is sure to fulfill some of them. Due to the versatility of skiing and snowboarding, it can encompass the benefits of a cardio workout, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session, and strength training session, all in one fun activity.”

Actress Amala Paul is spending time in Goa. She made sure to do some swimming when she was there. Paul shared a set of photos of herself wading in the sea on Instagram this week. She captioned the post, “Dancing in nature's symphony, where raindrops and waterfalls collide.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Amala Paul stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Turned Down A Film

Paul puts her mental health first, even above her career. In an interview with ETimes, she talked about turning down the film after a rough 2020 and 2021. “I was not in the mental state to do it, so I had to turn it down. If you ask me if I regret doing that, I won't, because certain things are just perfect. It's perfectly designed and I think it's just about how we look at it.”

2. She Swims

Paul spends a lot of time outside, and she shares a bunch of posts on Instagram. One thing she likes to do is swim. In this video, she is seen going for a dip in a waterfall lake in Bali. In these photos, she is seen wading in a pool. Paul captioned the post, “Grant me the power of water, to accept what I cannot change. The power of fire, for energy and courage to change the things that I can.”

3. She Hikes

Another outdoor activity Paul likes to do is go hiking. She shares a bunch of posts on Instagram of herself hiking. Paul shared these photos of herself hiking in the Himalayas, captioning it, “A journey to the edge of the earth!” She also shared these photos from the same trip, except of her hiking in a field. She captioned those post, “Beauty at its best. Simply in awe.”

4. She Moves On

In an interview, Paul opened up about her life and career. She says that she has learned to move forward from things. "When I look back, I do feel bad about it but I also have the wisdom to understand that I don't have any control over these things, and when I don't have control over these things, I can just gracefully move ahead in life. I also understand that this is part and parcel of this job and there is a social responsibility that I have. It's not just me, that is how some things are the way it is.”

5. She Loves Smoothie Bowls

Paul makes sure to eat healthy. One thing she enjoys are smoothie bowls. In this photo she posted on Instagram, she is seen enjoying one with oats, bananas, and strawberries. Paul captioned the post, “What this means to tell us is that each meeting, everything we experience, is a unique treasure that will never be repeated in the same way again. So if we let it slip away without enjoying it, the moment will be lost forever.”