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Neha Sharma In Workout Gear Takes Her First Ice Bath

Here are her lifestyle tips.

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Indian model and actress Neha Sharma is trying a very trendy beauty and wellness practice for the first time: ice baths. Sharma, 36, shared a video of herself wearing black two-piece workout gear, starting a timer before getting into a one-piece swimsuit and lying down in a bathtub filled with ice water. The verdict? It’s a big hit! “This felt amazing..Thank you for the push guys @siddharth_kotak @aishasharma25 …#icebath #fitnessjourneybegins,” she captioned the post. Here are some other things Sharma does to stay fit, happy, and beautiful.


1. Yoga and Sleep

Sharma does power yoga and functional training, and keeps a straightforward beauty routine. “Basic CTM (cleansing, toning and moisturizing),” she told Times of India. “Clean all traces of makeup before going to bed, drink loads of water, get a good six hours of sleep.”

2. Intermittent Fasting

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Sharma fasts until noon every day. “Losing weight and being physically active help lower your risk of obesity-related diseases, such as diabetes, sleep apnea and some types of cancer,” says Manpreet Mundi, MD, tells the Mayo Clinic. “For these diseases, intermittent fasting seems to be about as beneficial as any other type of diet that reduces overall calories.”

3. Always Learning and Evolving

Sharma is inspired by her fellow actors. “I always wanted to work with good actors because that’s the end of the day an enriching experience,” she told First Post. “You learn something new about the craft and I always wanted to work with actors with whom I could get to learn something. Nawaz [Siddiqui]is not a gimmicky actor, there are certain things and nuances about him that are very subtle and I have really enjoyed this process of working with him.”

4. Fashion and Style

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Sharma’s biggest fashion inspiration is Kate Moss. “I don’t follow trends so no fashion fear. I believe comfort is more important than following trends,” she told Times of India. “My style mostly would be classic and effortless but at times it is urban chic. So my wardrobe is an eclectic mix of both: my Dior watch and my Louis Vuitton bags.”

5. Social Media Followers

Sharma has 21 million followers on social media. “I don’t know much about it, but I do know that there are a lot of people that have used social media for their own benefit,” she told First Post. “I see so many influencers doing so well for themselves; they are not actors, they have not done any kind of acting. You can now see influencers becoming a part of such big shows and I feel it has definitely worked for them. Sometimes someone with 30-40 million followers gets the role as compared to someone who might be more talented but has only 15 million followers.”

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Indian model and actress Neha Sharma is trying a very trendy beauty and wellness practice for the first time: ice baths. Sharma, 36, shared a video of herself wearing black two-piece workout gear, starting a timer before getting into a one-piece swimsuit and lying down in a bathtub filled with ice water. The verdict? It’s a big hit! “This felt amazing..Thank you for the push guys @siddharth_kotak @aishasharma25 …#icebath #fitnessjourneybegins,” she captioned the post. Here are some other things Sharma does to stay fit, happy, and beautiful.


1. Yoga and Sleep

Sharma does power yoga and functional training, and keeps a straightforward beauty routine. “Basic CTM (cleansing, toning and moisturizing),” she told Times of India. “Clean all traces of makeup before going to bed, drink loads of water, get a good six hours of sleep.”

2. Intermittent Fasting

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Sharma fasts until noon every day. “Losing weight and being physically active help lower your risk of obesity-related diseases, such as diabetes, sleep apnea and some types of cancer,” says Manpreet Mundi, MD, tells the Mayo Clinic. “For these diseases, intermittent fasting seems to be about as beneficial as any other type of diet that reduces overall calories.”

3. Always Learning and Evolving

Sharma is inspired by her fellow actors. “I always wanted to work with good actors because that’s the end of the day an enriching experience,” she told First Post. “You learn something new about the craft and I always wanted to work with actors with whom I could get to learn something. Nawaz [Siddiqui]is not a gimmicky actor, there are certain things and nuances about him that are very subtle and I have really enjoyed this process of working with him.”

4. Fashion and Style

Saint Laurent : Photocall - Paris Fashion Week - Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

Sharma’s biggest fashion inspiration is Kate Moss. “I don’t follow trends so no fashion fear. I believe comfort is more important than following trends,” she told Times of India. “My style mostly would be classic and effortless but at times it is urban chic. So my wardrobe is an eclectic mix of both: my Dior watch and my Louis Vuitton bags.”

5. Social Media Followers

Sharma has 21 million followers on social media. “I don’t know much about it, but I do know that there are a lot of people that have used social media for their own benefit,” she told First Post. “I see so many influencers doing so well for themselves; they are not actors, they have not done any kind of acting. You can now see influencers becoming a part of such big shows and I feel it has definitely worked for them. Sometimes someone with 30-40 million followers gets the role as compared to someone who might be more talented but has only 15 million followers.”

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Neha Kakkar is heating up the tropics in her swimsuit. In a recent social media post the gorgeous singer shows off her amazing body in a bathing suit while swimming in the clear ocean. “A day in the Maldives waters 🫶🏼 Thank you,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does the 35-year-old maintain her impressive physique? Celebwell rounded up some of her top health habits.


1. She Has “No Place for Negativity” in Her Life

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Neha keeps her attitude positive so she can live a happy life. “I have no place for negativity in my life. Prayers, positive thinking and helping others in need is the call of the hour,” she told Filmfare.

2. She Exercises

Neha prioritizes exercise and relies on simple but effective workouts over trendy complicated ones. “One can do functional training and free hand exercises at home to keep one’s physical and mental health in check,” she told Filmfare about her at-home workout. 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.

3. Her Diet Is “Balanced”

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Neha maintains a “balanced” diet, she told Filmfare. Her approach involves refusing to deprive herself from the foods she loves, while practicing portion control. “Never refrain from eating anything but keep a check on your portions.”

4. She Takes Baths

Neha soaks away her aches and pains in the bathtub, which is a great daily habit. How can baths do your body and mind good? They have been linked to better sleep and even found helpful to minimize anxiety and depression. One recent study even found that they may even boast cardiovascular benefits.

5. She Fuels Up with Protein

Neha relies on protein-packed snacks to fill her up and fuel her up. One of her go-tos? “I can have Steamed Edamame Every Day!" she wrote in one of her Instagram Stories. Nutritionists are unanimous that protein is an important factor of any diet, especially for anyone who works out a lot and is trying to build muscle.

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Model and actress Neha Malik just posted a stunning new reel on Instagram. In the clip, she is seen posing in the water, hashtag "beach vibes," while doing an impressive hair flip, with the song "Doobey" playing in the background. (It's from the new Amazon Prime movie Gehraiyaan.) Malik is wearing a lavender bathing suit, showing off her figure. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Neha Malik 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 Jet-Skis

Malik loves to hit the beach and spend time by the water. While she’s there, she loves to do a lot of water activities. One activity that she loves to do is jet-skiing. She posted this series of photos and videos on Instagram of herself riding a jet ski in the water. She captioned the post, “​​While riding too fast I also fell off in the water. Still had so much fun.” Just be careful, too. “The risk of concussions in youth sports like football and hockey has been in the spotlight a lot lately. But concussions don’t just happen because of collisions on the gridiron, rink or playing field. They can happen on the water, too. Experts at Mayo Clinic want to make sure people know that even at slow speeds, a skier, wake boarder or even someone riding behind the boat on an inner tube can get a concussion when they hit the water,” says the Mayo Clinic.

2. She Snorkels

Malik is also a big fan of going snorkeling when she goes to the beach. She posted these photos and videos of herself snorkeling in the Maldives. She captioned this snorkeling reel, “Tried Snorkeling for the first time in life.”

3. She Strength Trains

When Malik goes to the gym, she likes to do strength training exercises and use weights. She has posted several gym videos and photos on Instagram of herself using weights and building muscle. She captioned this photo series, “Trust the magic of new beginnings.” According to the Mayo Clinic, strength training has a lot of benefits for your body. “With a regular strength training program, you can reduce your body fat, increase bone strength, increase your lean muscle mass and burn calories more efficiently.”

4. She Runs On The Treadmill

Malik also makes sure to do some cardio workouts when she goes to the gym. Her go-to cardio workout is running on the treadmill. She posted this gym video of herself using the treadmill, captioning it, “Yes I am Who I am .. n I absolutely love myself for who I am …!!” Running can save your life. “Running, even 5 to 10 min/day and at slow speeds <6 miles/h, is associated with markedly reduced risks of death from all causes and cardiovascular disease. This study may motivate healthy but sedentary individuals to begin and continue running for substantial and attainable mortality benefits,” says a study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

5. She Works Out With Kettlebells

One piece of strength training equipment Malik likes to use to workout is a kettlebell weight. Kettlebells can be used for a lot of different types of workouts, including strength training, arm workouts, lower body workouts, and ab workouts. According to Physician Randy Cupps of South Denver Cardiology Associates, kettlebells can work your whole body. “The movement of a kettlebell workout involves your whole body. Swinging the kettlebell raises your pulse, which makes it an effective cardio workout. The stretching you do increases flexibility, and the weight of the kettlebell offers the benefits of weight training: strength and toning.”

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Mallika Sherawat recently celebrated her birthday. And she looked good doing so. She posted a new photo on Instagram of herself on the beach. In it, Sherawat wore a brown bathing suit, showing off her toned body. She captioned the post, “Birthday girl. Fit & fabulous.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Mallika Sherawat 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 Practices Yoga

Sherawat posts a lot of workout photos and videos on Instagram. One thing she likes to do to stay in shape is practice yoga. Sherawat shared this photo of herself in a pose on a balcony. She captioned the photo, “Yoga every day.” She also shared this video of herself in a downward dog and cobra pose. Sherawat captioned the video, “Yoga time.”

2. She Tries New Workouts

Sherawat makes sure to push herself and work harder. She likes to try new things to stay in shape. Sherawat posted this video of herself learning how to do a handstand, and different exercises in the position. She captioned it, “Trying to do a handstand with wall support, but it’s damnnn tough for me!!”

3. She Swims

Sherawat likes to swim as a way of staying in shape. She shares a lot of photos of herself in the pool or at the beach on Instagram. Sherawat posted this set of pool photos. She captioned it, “Living my best life.” She also posted these photos of herself enjoying a cup of tea in the water,captioning them, “Lazy days.” Lastly, she shared this video of herself in a jacuzzi, captioning it, “My perfect weekend.”

4. She Does Push-Ups

Another workout that Sherawat enjoys doing are push-ups. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing them in the gym. She captioned it, “Beginning my week with push-ups, it took me a LONG time to develop strength to do full body push ups. How many push ups do you do?”

5. She Works Out Her Arms

Sherawat likes to do different arm and upper body workouts. One thing she does are tricep dips. She posted this video of herself doing them with a box on Instagram. Sherawat captioned it, “Summer is here. Getting those triceps in shape.” She also posted this video of herself doing curls with hand weights. She captioned it, “Getting those biceps and triceps in shape.”

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Shweta Tripathi Sharma is sharing her love of travel in her swimsuit! The gorgeous actress shows off her incredible figure in new photos shared by Travel and Leisure, and her fans are going wild. “Looking so gorgeous,” commented one of them. “Wowww so beautiful,” added another, while many others simply commented with fire emojis. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Shweta Sharma 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 Puts in “Hard Work” at the Gym

Shweta trains regularly with Tridev Pandey, who shares clips of their sessions on social media. “And you should never give up because Hardwork pays off 💪🏼 @battatawada getting stronger every day,” Pandey captioned this video of Shwetavdoing jump squats, pushups, frontrolls, and strength training.

2. She Jet Skis

Shweta enjoys jet skiing, a great workout on the water. “One of the best experiences I had- The Jet Ski Safari!” she captioned a photo of herself on a jet skiing trip. “We headed North for a good 20 km (60-70 ki speed mein) weaving our way up past islands, beaches, sandbars and through mangroves where we then stoped at a tropical bar on South Stradbroke Island for 🍻 before turning back to ride the 20 km home. Can’t wait to do it again!” According to Health Fitness Revolution, the average 150-pound rider will burn a surprising 238 calories during a half-hour ride. The sport is also great for cardiovascular endurance.

3. She Changed Her Approach to Fitness

According to Pandey, Shweta majorly changed her approach to fitness to get into her best shape ever. “Tag that person who travels a lot & give excuses to not workout because of unavailability of gym. But if there is a will there is a way! Make your outdoors whether garden, beach, roof, balcony or your room your playground,” he captioned this workout video. “@battatawada changed her perspective on fitness and no access to gym doesn’t stop her to not workout. I’m very happy & proud how she has changed in these last 2 years from the girl who didn’t care about fitness and now need to workout wherever she is!”

4. She Boxes

Shweta also boxes her way to a hot body. "This kind of boxing has many health benefits, because it constantly requires you to think, change your position, and change your posture," physical therapist Linda Arslanian, director of rehabilitation services at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's hospital tells Harvard Health."You're swinging your arms, moving the muscles of your arms and shoulders, increasing your upper-body strength. And when you're in the boxer crouch with a wide stance, with your knees slightly bent, you're strengthening your core muscles, back, and legs.”

5. She Hikes

In some of Shweta’s most recent photos she hikes in the snow. Some of the physical benefits include building stronger muscles and bones, improving your sense of balance, improving your heart health, and decreasing the risk of certain respiratory problems. It also offers many mental health benefits, according to a Stanford University study.

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Alice De Bortoli Swears By These 5 Habits

From skincare routines to cooking with her grandmother, learn how this Instagram influencer stays healthy and fit.

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Alice De Bortoli doesn’t just light up Instagram with her stunning fashion and effortless style—she also shares the secrets behind her enviable beach-ready physique. The Italian influencer keeps her followers in the loop when it comes to fitness, beauty, and wellness, proving that looking and feeling great is all about consistency. From skincare rituals to core-sculpting workouts, De Bortoli’s daily habits make it clear that staying in shape is about more than just hitting the gym. Whether she’s cooking up homemade meals, breaking a sweat, or showing off a fresh new look, she’s all about feeling her best from the inside out. Here are five of her go-to habits for maintaining a strong, confident, and glowing presence all year long.

She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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De Bortoli has impressive skin. Naturally, she takes care of it on a regular basis. De Bortoli shared this video on Instagram sharing her skincare routine. She captioned it, “The secret to perfect skin? Here is my step by step routine! ✨💦🎀 What product can you absolutely not live without?”

She Changed Her Hair Color

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De Bortoli recently changed her hair color. She explained why in the caption of this Instagram post. “The good thing about this color is that it does not require frequent touch-ups and it easily adapts to natural hair growth, it is versatile and can enhance any body and face shape 🧡for those who are tired of blonde or brown, bronde is the solution to change harmony without distortion 🤍for those who have a fair complexion, the most golden tone is recommended 🤎 for the dark complexion, on the other hand, more ash brown ❤️ 🔥what can I say... For me the bronde conquered, and what do you think?”

She Cooks

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De Bortoli likes to cook, and she was taught to do so by her grandmother. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and her grandmother cooking together. De Bortoli captioned it, “Grandparents are wealth in society, my grandmother loves to cook and do it with her since I was a child. She has always inspired my creativity, patience, discipline and order but above all traditions, history, and the concreteness of nature's gifts. The greatest teaching my grandparents passed on to me is respect for people, the environment, animals and the kitchen... Today together we made Carnival Frittelle, an easy, quick dessert that adults and kids love. The ingredients are few and simple (but of high quality) and, trust me, the result is guaranteed: nice round but above all soft and tasty.”

She Works Her Abs

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De Bortoli shared this video of herself working out on Instagram. In it, she is seen doing core exercises like sit-ups. Core exercises are extremely important. The Mayo Clinic says, “Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes. Strong core muscles help athletes, such as runners. That's because weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries.”

She Works Out With Others

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In the previous Instagram video, De Bortoli is seen working out with a friend. Better Health says that this has a lot of benefits. “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.”

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Kristin Cavallari is a reality TV and fashion icon. Since she debuted on Laguna Beach, people have clamoured for her fashion and beauty secrets. Cavallari recently shared her eye makeup secrets on Instagram, after several people asked for them. She captioned the post, “This is for the girlies in my DMs asking about this eye every time I do it. Sorry the lighting is awful. I also don’t know why the audio isn’t in sync for half of it 🫣 but here ya go 💗”

She's Less Strict With Her Diet

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Cavallari has written several cookbooks, and they have changed as her diet has changed. While promoting her book, Truly Simple with EatingWell, she revealed that her diet is less strict. “I've gotten to a point in my life where not everything has to be so perfect anymore,” Cavallari said. “I used to be so strict about what I was putting in my body. I'm still very healthy and very conscious of it, but I've gotten a little bit more lax. True Roots and True Comfort had nothing ‘white’ in them: no white flour, no white sugar, no white salt. But in Truly Simple, I bend a little bit in a few of the recipes, which really reflects where I am in my life and my new way of eating. Everything is a little bit more relaxed around here now.’

She Loves Cauliflower

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Cavallari tells EatingWell that she loves making foods with cauliflower. “I love cauliflower because I think it's very versatile, and there's actually a Sweet Harissa Cauliflower recipe in Truly Simple that's my absolute favorite cauliflower recipe on the planet. If you've ever been to True Food Kitchen, their cauliflower was the inspiration behind it. There's this sweet harissa dressing that's on it, and there's little chopped-up dates in it, so it has that nice balance between sweet and savory. It's the absolute best.”

She Loves Salad

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Cavallari likes to make salads. She shared one of her favorite recipes with EatingWell. “This salad has a few of my favorite things: salmon (which has omega-3s and is so, so good for you), bacon (no explanation needed), avocado (healthy fats), and spicy tomatillo ranch dressing (just yum). Together, they create culinary heaven. If you aren't familiar with tomatillos, they're similar to tomatoes but are slightly less sweet and are perfect when drenched in ranch.”

She Works With A Trainer

Cavallari tells Us Weekly that a lot of her gym sessions are with her personal trainer. “He kicks my ass,” she says. “He pushes me really hard. He has me actually lifting really heavy weight, the heaviest weight I’ve ever lifted in my entire life. I feel the best I ever have. I feel like I’m the strongest I’ve ever been.”

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Cavallari shared some of her wellness secrets in an interview with Us Weekly. She says that consistency is one of her biggest priorities. “My goal is sort of, right now, just to maintain the muscle that I have,” she says. “I’m really petite. I have no hips. I’m just small. And so if I don’t work out for like a week or two, I feel like all my muscle goes away. So it is about consistency for me.”

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Rebeca Andrade is an Olympic gymnast. She is the most decorated Olympic athlete from Brazil, having won two gold medals, three silvers, and a bronze. Andrade recently shared some highlights of her native Brazil on Instagram. In some of them, she posed in a swimsuit while wading. Andrade captioned the post, “SC-&-RS🏕️🌅❤️ Being free is a paradox. It's committing to the life you want, without running away from the work that it entails. It's building freedom every day, with conscious choices and, mainly, with the acceptance that freedom is not the absence of limits, but the autonomy to know which ones are worth it and which ones are not. Being free is being willing to carry the weight of your own life and still find it funny.”

She Swims

In her Instagram post, Andrade is seen swimming. The Cleveland Clinic says that swimming has a lot of benefits. “Swimming takes much less of a toll on your body than, say, running or riding a bike. That’s because exercising in water lessens the impact of your body weight on your joints.”

She Does Gymnastics

Gymnastics is the main way Andrade stays in shape. British Gymnastics states that the sport has a lot of benefits. “When you take part in gymnastics, or any sport for that matter, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These also help to trigger a positive feeling in the body which can have a positive impact on your happiness and mental wellbeing. This can help to combat feelings of anxiety and depression.”

She Prioritizes Safety

Andrade talked about her training approach in an interview with the Olympics website. She says that she and her coach prioritize her safety, and that she will skip floor sessions if she isn’t able to do it. "I talk a lot with my coach and we trust in each other. We always try to be really safe, and do floor in the correct moments. He believes in me. I'm never going to lie to not do it. So, when I really tell him that I can't do it, it's because I cannot and he always respects that.”

She Sets Goals

In her Olympics website interview, Andrade talked about her commitment and goal setting. Specifically, she talked about her goal to make the Olympic team. “The other [goal], which is the main one, is for us to qualify as a team,” Andrade said. “I think it will be very important for me, for my team, and the focus is on that, whatever happens there, the result is a consequence of our work, of our commitment. But I really want to be there with my team and be happy and healthy.”

She Cooks

Andrade makes sure to eat healthy. She also likes to cook a lot of her own meals. She shared some of her favorite things to make in an interview with NPR. “There was one that was with potatoes and cheese, chicken. There’s cake. There’s cookies. A lot of things.”