Bodybuilder Minna Pajulahti in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares "Passion"

Minna Pajulahti is sharing about passion – in her workout gear. In a new social media post the bodybuilder poses with some of her friends, showing off her amazing body in a two-piece exercise set. “The Crew❤️🌏💪 Passion that brings people allaround together,” she captained the photo of her “meet-up,” a “great day filled with camaraderie and relentless workouts 🔥 when getting together with likeminded people! What it’s all about🙏 Athletes, ambassadors, members and friends getting together to train, mingle and enjoy each other’s company after a epic show weekend!” How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

1. Gymnastics, Ballet, and Cheerleading

Minna started gymnastics at the age of seven, and before that ballet-lessons done ice-skating. She also does cheerleading. “Gymnastics and cheerleading have been a great background for fitness training. It is fun that I can train dance moves and jumps with ten other women with my cheer dance team and then do weight training on my own,” she told Hard Fitness.

2. Weight Training

“I started weight training when I was 19 years old, after I had quit gymnastics. I wanted still to compete and practice routines and I had always admired muscular bodies so fitness was a good choice for me. I found a coach and we decided that I would do my first competition in the year 2000, after I had trained one year. The first competition was exciting and I learned much about my body and nutrition. All and all it was a great experience and then I knew that I was going to do this for a long time,” Minna added.

3. Cardio, Aerobics, Weights

In the morning, Minna does her cardio. “At 5pm I usually go to the gym and three times a week I go to my cheer practice at 8pm. I instruct aerobics classes about 2 times a week, so some days they are part of my daily schedule,” she says. Cardio might be “just walking around the city and seeing sightseeing and of course shopping!” if she is traveling.

4. Here Is Her Routine

“I try to train with weights five times a week, and the days depend on my work. I keep two or three hard weeks and one light week in my training. This is an example of my training.

1. Back and biceps 2. Shoulders and traps 3. chest and triceps 4. legs 5. Biceps. I do 6 to 12 reps, and 3 sets. I use forced reps and trop sets in my training. In off-season I do extra cardio when I have time for it, I practice three times a week our teams dance routines and then I keep those couple of cardio lessons. When I am on a diet I try to do my morning cardio as often as possible, because that really works me the best. I also like to vary my cardio when I am on a diet and one time a week I run stairs, do jumps, play tennis and go water running,” she says.

5. Meal Prepping

Minna eats clean food, mostly protein like egg whites, chicken breast, protein shakes for five days a week and then gives herself little cheats here and there for two days. She also meal preps. “The nutrition requires more planning when you are always on the go,” she says.

Bodybuilder and IFBB Pro Alida Opre took to Instagram to say “and the game will go on... 😜😎🦾#womensbodybuilding #beautybody #femalebodybuilding #bodybuilding #fitnessmotivation. She works hard to prepare her body and mind for competitions. Here’s how Alida stays on the right path with her health and wellness goals.

1. She works on her body

She works on sculpting her muscles, putting in the effort needed to reach her fitness goals. “A little memory Romania Muscle Fest 2021💪 Women's physique here. What many people don't understand is that this sport is primarily about proportions, until the overall picture is incomplete, don't move on, fix it😜My motto is to force exercises that you don't like or that don't go well 😎☝️ because that's where the error is in the 'system '. So in training, do what you have to do, not what you like😉#bodybuilding #gym #ifbbpro,” she said on Instagram, translated to english.

2. She enjoys competing

Alida loves competing. “On the weekend @romania_muscle_fest_pro I participated in a competition ❤️ I have been on this stage several times since 2018, I always expect an exciting competition❤️💪. The organization is high-quality, the stage is stunningly beautiful, the team in a good mood is super backstage ❤️👌 this show is not to be missed! Top3🥉,” she said on Instagram, translated to english.

3. She looks at progress

She celebrates her progress and growth. “Bodybuilding is the most prestigious@mrolympiallcit is a privilege to participate in his competition. I could be a part of this over the weekend, I could stand among the best in the world on the ⭕ stage, this experience is fantastic. This season, I switched to the Women's Bodybuilding category, so I qualified for the Ms Olympia class at the Olympia, which is the "king" category of women's bodybuilding,” she said on Instagram, translated to english. “I was in the 2nd challenger, unfortunately I didn't make it to the finals, I finished in 11th place, (1 point behind the top 10.) But I'm happy, for me it's a big thing 🙏 because in Hungary, women's bodybuilding has never achieved such a result, as worthy of hope I represented my country 🇭🇺 at Olympia ❤️Many of you cheered me on, thank you to everyone 🥰🙏it gave me a lot of strength😘.”

4. She’s grateful

She takes a moment to be grateful. “@mrolympiallcsemi-final, it was my biggest wish to get here❤️❤️and it came true🙏Eupholic feeling. My legs were shaking when I went on stage, I wish everyone could experience this when what they really want is fulfilled❤️🙏💪 @starsuitsfitnessbikini @petermolnarofficial @ifbbproleaguehungary @freezersgym,” she said on Instagram, translated to english. According to heart.org, “research has shown that the practice of gratitude is associated with many positive effects in a person’s physical and mental health. Expressing gratitude can improve sleep, mood and immunity, and can decrease depression, anxiety, chronic pain and disease.”

5. She works out with her son

She encourages and supports her workouts being combined with family time, hitting the gym with her son. “Back training with my son 🥰 The time has come when he already helps with the last two repetitions😜💪 by the way, he pushed me through my training program👀😃@boldogvili #backday #backprogress,” she said on Instagram, translated to english.

Maureen Blanquisco is modeling workout clothes. In a new social media post the IFBB contestant shows off her incredible body in a blue exercise set, driving her followers wild. “To all my baddies out there! This color makes your tan complexion POP,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. “So gorgeous 🩷🥰” commented one. “OKKKAAAY SLAAY SLAAY,” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

1. Swimming

When Maureen was younger she was a swimmer. “I always loved competing and performing. I usually call it “performing” instead of competing. Swimming was an individual sport. If I wanted to win, it all depended on me. I never liked depending on a team. If we lost because of them, I would get very frustrated,” she told Muscular Development.

2. Gymnastics and Cheerleading

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She then moved on to gymnastics and cheerleading. “Cheerleading was fine until one time we fell during a stunt, and it wasn’t my fault. I said, I think I work better alone,” this is when she discovered weights. “I started lifting weights at age 18. That’s around the time you want to look and feel good, putting on makeup. I was doing fitness training anyway, so I started to look for something I could do competitively that fit that. I had always wanted to compete in beauty pageants, but at 5 feet tall I was too short. Then I saw the Bikini Olympia on YouTube, and the woman who stuck out to me the most was India Paulino. She was my first idol! I thought it looked so cool. The women looked amazing, and this was the closest thing to a beauty pageant I could do. I thought I could just go compete in the Olympia. I had no idea you have to turn pro first, then qualify, the whole long process. But in my head, I only had one goal, to go to the Olympia.”

3. Here Is How She Preps for Shows

“I started prepping for the Olympia right after the Boston Pro in March, so that was seven months. It was a very chill prep because I was eating clean, but I was eating more than ever in a prep. I was still dieting, but it was more calories, and I did have one cheat meal a week. Now I see this is the best approach for me: a longer prep but with more food,” Maureen said.

4. Her “Breaks” Involve Cardio

When she does go on vacation, she still exercises. “I did go on vacation to Hawaii with my partner the week after the Olympia. That was on my bucket list. I did cardio every day, but I took five days off from weights. I had a couple of treats, but nothing crazy,” she says.

5. She Doesn’t “Gain Too Much” During the Offseason

Marueen avoids overindulging in the off season. “I have a very clear mindset that if I gain too much, it will be a lot harder for me,” she told Muscle & Fitness. “In Bikini, it’s all about condition, and while you could be ‘too’ hard, you certainly can’t be soft, either.”

Melina Keltaniemi, a celebrated bodybuilder, shared a reflective post on Instagram revisiting her activities in June. The post included throwback photos and videos showcasing her diverse fitness regimen—from intense gym workouts in stylish workout gear to serene hikes in nature. She also highlighted her balanced dietary choices with visuals of nutritious meals like quinoa with veggies. Keltaniemi's post, simply captioned "June," encapsulates her holistic approach to fitness, blending physical training with outdoor activities and mindful eating. This blend not only enhances her physical strength but also contributes to her overall well-being, illustrating her commitment to a well-rounded lifestyle that inspires her followers.

1. She Hikes

As you can see from her Instagram post, Keltaniemi likes to go for hikes to stay in shape. Piedmont reports that hiking has a lot of benefits. “It is a joint-friendly form of exercise that can keep arthritis sufferers more limber and mobile. Being outside in the sunshine provides the body with vitamin D. For those with type 2 diabetes, hiking can possibly reduce, or even eliminate, your need for insulin. Talk with your doctor about how exercise may reduce your need for medication. Hiking offers psychological benefits, often contributing to a feeling of relaxation and enhanced well-being.”

2. She Loves Quinoa

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In her Instagram post, Keltaniemi is seen enjoying a bowl of quinoa with veggies. Quinoa is a very healthy food. The Cleveland Clinic states, “Quinoa is a nutrient-dense food, meaning ounce for ounce, you get high amounts of vitamins and minerals. By contrast, foods that are considered nutrient-poor, like fried foods or processed snacks, tend to be high in calories without a lot of nutritional value. One cup of cooked quinoa contains: 222 calories. 8 grams of protein. 5.2 grams of fiber, 20% of your recommended daily value.”

3. She Uses Weights

Keltaniemi likes to lift weights to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing squats with a barbell. ACE Fitness reports that adding a weight to exercises has a lot of benefits. “Lifting heavy weights elevates levels of anabolic hormones—specifically testosterone, growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1)—which are used to repair muscle fibers damaged during exercise. This helps the muscle fibers to become thicker and capable of generating higher levels of force.”

4. She Does Squats

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Keltaniemi is seen doing squats in the previous Instagram video. Piedmont reports that the exercise has a lot of benefits. “Squats are a compound, multi-joint movement, which means they exercise several muscle groups. When you perform a squat, you work your calves, quads, hamstrings, glutes, core and part of your back. A squat has more overall benefits than, say, a bicep curl, which strengthens an isolated area.”

5. She Does Pilates

Keltaniemi does Pilates to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself using a reformer. Keltaniemi captioned the post, “One of the best decisions I've made was to start Pilates, in terms of my body's function, control, balance and also appearance! It has opened a lot of eyes to the human body and how it functions. How important it is to ALL of us! And how EVERY athlete would take full advantage of it. 🙌🏽The first season of spring just ended and today started a new one with a new program and oh yeah I'm excited about it! 💥💪🏽”