After enduring body shaming, Juliana Custodio has a positive message she wants to share with fans. This week, the 90 Day Fiancé star and model posted a video of herself in a swimsuit taken earlier this year, explaining that she was initially concerned about sharing it due to the negative feedback she experienced by online trolls, who were mostly women. How does she stay so fit and confident? Read on to see what she has to say and learn about 5 ways Juliana Custodio 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. Her Self-Esteem Was Impacted By Body Shamers
Juliana wrote that the video was taken three days before her September birthday. “I was concerned for posting bikini pictures because of all the horrible comments I get, since I was on the show and what made me sad 80% of the comments are from women,” she revealed. “I always had low self esteem, Having a baby now is making me realize how amazing women are, and that we should love ourselves no matter what.”
2. She Does Cryotherapy
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In a 2021 Instagram Story, Juliana revealed that she does cryotherapy. “It works by reducing blood flow to a particular area, which can significantly reduce inflammation and swelling that causes pain, especially around a joint or tendon. It can temporarily reduce nerve activity, which can also relieve pain.”
3. She Works Out
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Juliana regularly shares videos of her workouts on her Instagram Stories. Some of her go-to workouts include weight and strength training, hiking, running on the treadmill and boxing. Currently pregnant with her first child with new beau Ben Obscura, she is still sharing her workouts with fans. All this movement is great for your body. Get up at least once an hour. A study in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology found that taking a two minute walk every hour can offset the effects of too much sitting.
4. She Drinks a Detox Smoothie
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Juliana revealed her detox smoothie recipe via Instagram Stories. It includes guava, lemon, kale, ginger, and apple. Here's a protein-packed recipe we like; call it the Mango Tango:
I scoop vegetarian protein powder
2/3 cup frozen mango chunks
½ Tbsp almond butter
1/2 cup unsweetened nondairy milk (almond, hazelnut, coconut, hemp, etc.)
Water to blend (optional)
Add ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth
Makes 1 serving. 224 calories; 5g fat; 3g fiber; 29g protein.
5. She Swims After Workouts
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Anyone who follows Juliana knows that she likes to take a cool dip in the pool post workout. "Exercise in an aquatic environment offers numerous options and techniques for almost all levels of physical ability. Exercise can be as basic as walking in the water to more high-level aerobic activities, such as deep-water running or swimming. Standing exercises often are performed in water that is waist to chest deep. These exercises can focus on improving range of motion/flexibility, balance and strength. Resistance training can be amped up by simply increasing the speed of movement or adding equipment, such as mitts, paddles, noodles or bands, to increase drag," says the Mayo Clinic.
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