Adriana Leon Shares Swimsuit Photo in "Meditative State of Mind"

Canadian soccer player Adriana Leon is feeling very zen while spending time in Queensland, Australia. Leon, 30, posted pictures of herself wearing a green Fendi bikini, enjoying a dip in a beautiful pool surrounded by lush greenery. “Meditative state of mind. Spa day to close out the pre-camp 🧘🏼‍♀️,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Leon stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. Protein-Packed Diet

Leon fuels her training with protein-packed meals. “I try to keep my meals fresh so I often mix it up,” she says. “For breakfast, one of my favorite meals is an egg white omelet with spinach, mushrooms and onions. Omelets are easy to make, especially when you’re pressed for time. I’m constantly changing up my meals, but my two go-to options are a gluten free wrap and a brown rice bowl. After a workout it’s important that I’m refueling and giving my body what it needs. I usually have powdered protein as well as brown rice, chicken and greens.”

2. Leg Day Everyday

Leon works hard on building leg muscles. "There are definitely a lot of leg exercises built into our training program, but squats are an excellent way to tone your legs,” she says. “There are definitely a lot of leg exercises built into our training program, but squats are an excellent way to tone your legs. When I have downtime you can usually find me doing hot yoga. It’s one of the things that helps relax me, and just puts me in a different mindset.”

3. Meditation and Yoga

Leon enjoys the mental benefits of meditation and yoga. “On top of soccer, I also enjoy yoga and meditation. I’ve found it helps with clearing my mind, envisioning my end goal and overcoming hurdles with a positive attitude… I’ve learned that our bodies can handle so much more than what our minds think,” she says. “Mental endurance is just as important as your physical endurance and so I really take the time to incorporate yoga and meditation into my training program.”

4. Trust the Process

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Leon focuses on the bigger picture when it comes to her training and her career. “One of the best training advices I’ve been given is to appreciate the process,” she says. “Things don’t change overnight, so it’s important to look at the bigger picture. Part of being an athlete is having a competitive spirit and for me personally, I want to see the results and reach my goals immediately. I start with setting my goal for a better perspective on what I want to accomplish. Then I remind myself to look at the full journey, the whole process ‘the ups and the downs’ and to enjoy it, knowing that I’ll be better for it.”

5. Staying Motivated

Leon admits working out is not always easy, but always worth it. “Work hard, and then work harder,” she says. “I think it’s really important to have the courage to never give up and push through a workout. It’s not always easy, but once you’ve crushed your workout, the feeling is irreplaceable and you really are better for it. It’s important to remember that everyone has days like this. You’re not alone. I always try to look at the bigger picture for a better perspective of what I’m trying to accomplish and why it is that I do this every day. Setting goals really helps me. It reminds me why I need to get up, start my day and complete my workout.”

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.”

Luana Piovani just enjoyed a day in the sun, and shared a stunning new photo on Instagram. In it, Piovani wore a striped one piece swimsuit in two different shades of blue. She captioned it, “Posting a beautiful bikini that you don't know how to wear. 💦 💦💦 S💦 QU💦 🚂💦 🚂 💦 💦💦 ÇA 💦 RE WHO WALKS ON THE TRAIL IS IRON TRAIN, I AM WATER THAT RUNS BETWEEN THE STONES, FREEDOM HITS WAY. Clay Manoel.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Luana Piovani 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 Skates

Piovani is an avid roller skater and ice skater. She even does shows where she skates, and advertises them on Instagram. Piovani posted this video earlier this month advertising a competition. She captioned it, “Attention, Porto Alegre! Next Thursday (20/10), ZBURA - World Skating Champions in ‘The Key’ (@zbura. show), descend into the city for an evening of adrenaline and magic.”

2. She Swims

Piovani likes to swim as a way of staying in shape. She posts a lot of photos on Instagram of herself in the water. Piovani shared these photos of herself going for a dip in the lake in Geres, Portugal. She captioned it, “MANAGEMENT WITH NO FILTER!!! Timbalada is in the house!! Just gratitude!! What a place, what a light, so many delicious and unforgettable moments!!” She also posted these photos of herself with her family at the beach, captioning it, “I miss the drop.”

3. She Dances

Piovani loves to dance. She shared this video on Instagram of herself dancing in a field. She captioned it, “Am I dancing too much?” Piovani also posted these photos of herself doing a performance. She captioned it, “Ending the week in glitter and fire in the parking lot.”

4. She Practices Yoga

Piovani likes to practice yoga. She posts a lot of videos of herself doing different yoga classes on Instagram. She shared this video of herself doing yoga at home. Piovani captioned it, “Yoga class to put the breath in the plumb, even had a reiki from the beloved teacher, @dricampereira, because my little knee. No one can take it anymore. Aiai... hard to deal with limit when you got used to being a wonder woman.”

5. She Meditates

Piovani likes to practice meditation. She shared these photos of herself meditating on the beach at sunset. She captioned it, “‘I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where. I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride; so I love you because I know no other way, than this: where ‘I’ does not exist, nor ‘you’, so close that your hand on my chest is my hand, so close that your eyes close as I fall asleep.’ Pablo Neruda.”