Alessandra Ambrosio in Bathing Suit Says "Happy Birthday"

Alessandra Ambrosio should get into greeting card design. The supermodel shared an Instagram story image with her fans to salute her BFF Cassia Lara. “Feliz aniversário Amiga @cassia.lara !!! Te desejando tudo de mais maravilhoso no mundo !!! Love U,” she captioned a striking photo of the duo in swimsuits. (Roughly translated: “Happy birthday Friend @cassia.lara !!! Wishing you all the best in the world!!! Love U.”) How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Alessandra Ambrosio 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 Loves Pilates

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Back in the day Ambrosio would be "off to Pilates class, where I meet a friend and get in some girl time. It's important to break a sweat every day, and I love the way Pilates makes me feel long and lean." “As human beings, we are creatures of habit, We walk a certain way, we take the steps a certain way, we stand a certain way and we sit at our desk a certain way. So our muscles get imbalanced because of overuse and what Pilates does is help to counteract that,” says the Cleveland Clinic’s lead yoga therapist Judi Bar.

2. She’s Done the Tracy Anderson Method

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"I am very focused and want to be in tip-top shape for the show, so I try to go [to the Tracy Anderson Method] almost every day of the week. Besides that, I [do] yoga, play volleyball on the beach, and take my kids swimming. I just love being outside," she told PopSugar.

3. She Uses Kettlebells

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“In an ACE-sponsored study, researchers from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse concluded that, in addition to the predicted strength gains, kettlebell training improved core strength and dynamic balance, and increased aerobic capacity. With such a diverse increase in specific exercise markers, it’s no wonder kettlebell training continues to grow in popularity,’ says ACE.

4. This Has Been Her Daily Beauty Routine

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“My daily routine is simple but effective. I cleanse my face, occasionally with exfoliator, and I love anti-aging serums that are packed full of vitamin C. BB creams with SPF are great too! How do you take care of your hair? About two or three times a week, after I've shampooed my hair, I apply an ultra-reparative mask from the tips to the lengths and leave it on for ten minutes. Every two months, I go to a salon for a deeply nourishing treatment that leaves my hair feeling fantastic,” she told Vogue France.

5. This is How She Slimmed Down

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Back in the Victoria’s Secret days, “About a month before the show I cut out all carbs, and then the week before I stick to just vegetables, salads, fruit and a lot of protein,” she told Vogue. “Cruciferous veggies are loaded with water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Namely, they are packed with vitamin C, A, E, and K. Vitamin C assists in collagen formation, keeping your hair, skin, and nails growing healthily. Fat-soluble vitamins A, E, K work together to support our immune system and promote anti-aging. Eat a variety of these veggies and they will keep you looking and feeling healthy for years to come,” says our sister site Eat This, Not That!

Supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio is in St. Barths on a family vacation filled with sun, fun and “Acqua Therapy,” according to her latest Instagram post, which finds her strolling the beach in a polka-dot swimsuit. She deserves the break, after walking so many runways and guest judging on Germany's Next Top Model. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Alessandra Ambrosio 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 Knows It’s “Crunch Time”

Alessandra Ambrosio knows her way around a gym, doing crunches, working with resistance bands and weights and using kettlebells. "Crunch time... 🍏‼️💪," she wrote, captioning one workout. Here’s a superset with a crunch you can do, from trainer Mark Langowski:

1. High Plank with Opposite Arm/Leg Extension and Crunch

Get into a pushup position with your arms extended. Lift your left foot off the ground and, at the same time, lift your right hand and extend your right arm out in front of you. Now bend your left knee and your right elbow and bring them both underneath you, and try to touch them together. Place your left foot and right hand back on the floor, and repeat the move with your right foot and left hand. Continue to alternate for one minute.

2. Flutter Kicks and Criss Crosses

Lie on your back and place your hands under your hips for support. Straighten your legs and lift both feet a few inches off the floor. Now flutter your feet up and down, in opposition to one another for 30 seconds. Without stopping, change direction, criss-crossing your feet sideways over and under one another for another 30 seconds.

2. She Eats Clean

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“It is very important for me to eat ‘clean,’” she has said. “This principle has its roots in my Brazilian childhood. I try to eat everything that is fresh and seasonal, to keep the balance of food groups in the diet. I also instill this approach in children: even if they eat a bunch of sweets, I make sure that their diet remains balanced. I can also easily allow myself something like that - a cupcake, ice cream or fries, for example. It's only better to keep yourself in control and, if possible, try to balance such a set with healthier and more nutritious foods.”

3. She Says “Be the Best You Can Be”

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“Every woman has a different metabolism and different genetics, so rather than compete with one another, concentrate on yourself and be the best you can be. Everyone has days when they don’t want to show anything. That’s what the good ol’ jeans and T-shirt are for. So many times, I haven’t felt ready for shoots. I’m like, why didn’t I work out more? It’s life.” she has said.

4. She Says “Live Like You’re On Vacation”

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Can’t go to St. Barths? Pretend. “‘Forever on vacation’ is my motto,” she has said. “It’s just the way I take life. Nothing makes me feel that pissed off or out of control. Whatever I do, whether I;m modeling or doing my clothing line, ale by Allesandra, I just want to feel like it’s fun. If you’re doing something you don’t like, you’re wasting time. Life is short. There is so much to see and do and feel. We should enjoy every moment."

5. She Loves Those Kids

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Of course Allesandra had a family vacation. "[My kids] always come first, so I try to spend as much time as possible with them," she told Glamour years ago. "Sometimes that means rearranging my schedule or bringing them on set." She added: "I love that I get to travel the world and discover so many different new places and cultures. Making time for everything can be challenging, but I enjoy what I do, so I make it happen."

Model Alessandra Ambrosio loves to show off her incredible body and pose in different swimsuits. It’s part of the job! When she took a trip to Nassau, Bahamas, she made sure to post some stunning photos on Instagram. Ambrosio posted a series of photos of her trip, including one of her lounging in a blue patterned one-piece. Her hastag? "Spring Break." How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Alessandra Ambrosio 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 Loves Playing Beach Volleyball

Ambrosio told Shape Magazine that she loves to play beach volleyball as a way to stay in shape. “It’s a great workout, it’s fun, and you get a nice tan,” she said. Ambrosio has also posted photos on Instagram of herself at the beach playing a game. She posted this photo during Olympic season, captioning it, “Let’s play the game!”

2. She Uses Ankle Weights

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Ambrosio has an impressive lower body, and she makes sure to do a lot of leg and butt workouts. One of the things she does to help her out is by using ankle weights in a lower body session. She told Shape Magazine, “I put 5-pound ankle weights on each leg, get on all fours and kick each heel up toward the ceiling. I do three sets of 20. Then I also do three sets of 20 fire hydrants, where you lift each bent leg up and out to the side."

3. She Has Good Posture

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Being a model, Ambrosio knows how to angle and pose her body in different ways. She tells Shape Magazine that this knowledge has helped her gain good posture."Good posture helps. Always make sure your shoulders are pulled back and your belly is pulled in.”

4. She Doesn’t Compare Herself To Others

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Ambrosio tells Shape Magazine that she makes sure to not compare herself and her body to others’. She says that she focuses on herself and what she needs to do. "Every woman has a different metabolism and different genetics, so rather than compete with one another, concentrate on yourself and be the best you can be.”

5. She Loves Yoga

Ambrosio loves to do yoga, and she says that she did a lot of it at home while the pandemic was happening. “I love to do yoga as it centers me and also at the same time keeps me in shape,” she said to FOX News. “Since there is a lot to do around the house sometimes I don't have much time to work out, in which case I try to do some stretching and hold a plank for five to 10 minutes.”

Alessandra Ambrosio is still one of the most famous models on the planet—and she’s earned her spot at the top. The 41-year-old mother-of-two posted a picture of herself enjoying the Labor Day weekend, looking stunning in a red bathing suit with a cocktail in hand. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ambrosio 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 Loves Avocado Toast For Breakfast

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Ambrosio is a big fan of avocado toast for breakfast, and sometimes includes eggs and a green juice. “Avocados are high in fat with 60 percent of this being monounsaturated fats, which research suggests helps to protect against heart disease and lower blood pressure,” says registered nutritionist Jo Lewin. “They are also an excellent source of potassium, folate and fiber, all of which benefit the heart and cardiovascular system.”

2. She Enjoys Salad and Protein

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Ambrosio likes a big salad for lunch, with chicken or fish as the added protein. She also keeps nuts or a protein bar in her purse in case of a snack emergency. “New research suggests that eating plenty of nitrate-rich vegetables — such as lettuce, spinach, and beets — may lower your risk of dying of a stroke or heart attack,” says Harvard Health.

3. She Loves Hiking and Volleyball

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“I would say [I work out] an hour to an hour and a half a day,” Ambrosio says. “It all depends on what I'm doing that day. If I’m going on a hike or playing volleyball with my friends it might be longer but I don’t usually spend more than an hour and a half in the gym. I love to do different classes and lately I have been doing Tracy Anderson Method because it’s fun and it feels more like a dance class than a work-out. But, at the same time, it’s great exercise as it targets all muscle groups.”

4. She Drinks Lots Of Green Tea

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Ambrosio drinks green tea throughout the day, which experts say has incredible health benefits. “Green tea contains a number of natural stimulants, including caffeine, which although not as high as coffee, may still help maintain alertness and focus,” says registered nutritionist Jo Lewin. “In addition to this, green tea is a source of the amino acid L-theanine, which has a relaxing effect; it does this by increasing mood-enhancing brain chemicals including GABA, dopamine and serotonin. The beneficial polyphenols of green tea may also help slow the effects of aging on the brain.”

5. She Loves the Beach

Ambrosio is a big fan of the beach—both for relaxing and for getting active. “Whenever I’m in Los Angeles, I like to go to Malibu—I’ll get together with my friends and play volleyball,” she tells VOGUE. “I always bring coconut water, nuts, and kale chips. For my kids, it’s sunblock, sunblock, and sunblock. They go in and out of the water the whole day, so I make sure to reapply SPF 50 as much as possible. Make sure to moisturize and hydrate while you’re at the beach, so when you are ready to go to dinner, you can just add some tinted moisturizer.”