Boxer Claressa Shields in Two-Piece Workout Gear Says "Let's Get to It"

Claressa Shields is flexing in her workout gear. In a new social media post the athlete shows off her guns and sensational figure in a two-piece pink exercise set. “Happy Monday! Let’s get to it ! I rested all weekend!” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps and videos. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

1. Boxing and MMA

“It’s important for me to be recognized as a two-sport athlete because I want to show that I can do both,” Shields told Muscle & Fitness. “After all my boxing accolades, there’s still a rule in which boxers don’t go to MMA. I want to change that — and show that I am the GWOAT of combat sports because I can do both.”

2. Strength Training

"I start my day at 7:30 a.m. every day except Sunday. I have to get up and weigh in with our coach. He wants to check our weight every morning. We eat a little meal, and then we have strength and conditioning at 8:30 a.m.,” she told ESPN. "We lifts weights, body weights, pushups, lunges. We do a lot of sprinting and long distance running and after that we'll still do weights. It's like an hour and a half worth of training."

3. Up to 8 Hours of Training Per Day

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Shields trains seven to eight hours a day, she told ESPN. "I'm always doing extra," she says. "Even though the coaches will tell me, 'You only got 10 rounds,' me being an Olympic gold medalist I always stay after, I always hit the bag after, I always do pushups and crunches after -- or I might even go for another run. For some others it's probably five or six hours, or maybe even four, but for me it's seven or eight."

4. Massages

Claressa gets massages three to four times a week to give her body a break. "You know how you are supposed to sit straight up?" Shields says. "My back kind of comes in a lot because of how much I train, and how I'm trying to keep my guard to protect my body and to protect my face, so I kind of round everything to the punch. So that causes problems for my back." According to the Mayo Clinic, studies support the many benefits of getting a regular rub down. These include stress reduction, lessening pain and muscle tightness, increased relaxation, and improved immunity.

5. Rest Days

Claressa makes sure to take rest days. “Having a routine is a great thing for any athlete, but sometimes adding something new to a routine or just giving yourself a break is necessary. If you’re training several times a day all week, by Friday, your body will wear down. I think that messes with some people when they’re unable to finish out the week. When my body says, ‘Hey, chill out, Claressa,’ I’m more than willing to chill out and give my body a rest or cut a workout short,” she says.

Zhang Weili is a successful MMA fighter. She competes in the UFC’s Strawweight Division, and is the recent champion. Weili showed off her belt in a new post on Instagram. In it, she held the belt while wearing red workout gear. She captioned the post, “I like my new kit. Thanks to the designer.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Zhang Weili stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Boxes

Weili likes to box to stay in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself sparring with a trainer. Weili captioned the post, “Change yourself little by little. Make progress every day. Continue up UFC300 we're getting closer.” Boxing has a lot of health benefits. “Boxing combines punching drills and conditioning exercises that can improve your heart health, strength, endurance, balance and coordination,” physical therapist, Dr. James Edwards said to The Cleveland Clinic.

2. She Runs On A Treadmill

In order to get some cardio in, Weili likes to run on a treadmill. She shared this video on Instagram of herself on a treadmill. Weili captioned the post, “Continue to change yourself little by little.” HealthyTalbot.org states that using a treadmill has a lot of benefits. “Treadmill working is an aerobic/ cardio exercise. Studies demonstrate that aerobic exercise can minimize the risk of heart diseases. Moreover, they can strengthen your heart muscles. This helps to lower blood pressure and allows the heart to pump blood more efficiently. Most doctors recommend aerobic exercise to people suffering from cardiovascular diseases. Cardiovascular exercises control cholesterol levels in the blood, preventing artery blockage. They increase high-density lipoprotein and reduce low-density lipoprotein in the blood.”

3. She Weight Trains

Weili likes to weight train to stay in shape. In this video she posted on Instagram, she is seen doing kettlebell swings and lifting a barbell from the floor. Harvard Health reports that weight training has a lot of benefits. “A recent meta-analysis found that people who do muscle-strengthening workouts are less likely to die prematurely than those who don’t, adding to previous evidence that strength training has long-term health benefits. The study found that just 30 to 60 minutes a week of strength training may be enough. Those who worked out for this duration had a 10% to 20% lower risk of dying during the study period from all causes, and from cancer and heart disease specifically, compared to those who did no strength training. The benefits plateaued after one hour, and decreased after two hours. U.S. exercise guidelines recommend that adults do strength training for all major muscle groups twice a week. This can be accomplished through a variety of workouts, including weightlifting, exercises like push-ups and sit-ups, and some types of yoga.”

4. She Works Out In The Morning

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Weili makes sure to workout on a regular basis. She makes sure to exercise each morning. Weili shared her routine in an interview with CGTN Sports Scene. “I get up at six in the morning, before having my breakfast at seven. Then I go outside for fitness training at eight. Around nine o’clock, I arrive at the training site, where I start practicing for the next two hours. I train for three and a half hours before noon.”

5. She Learns From Her Losses

Weili shared her training routine in an interview with ESPN. In it, she talked about what she took away from a losing match. "Even though I lost to Rose in April, I learned something more important than simply winning that fight," Zhang said. "I learned how to stay focused and fix my weakness and how to improve myself. I think I'll be stronger this time. As I return, I think you'll see a better Weili this time."

Ebanie Bridges, also known as “The Blonde Bomber,” has achieved incredible success in the boxing world, including her reign as the IBF bantamweight world champion. Recently, Bridges shared a video on Instagram showcasing her fiery determination in the ring, captioning it, “Talked the talk. Walked the walk. Fight mode on. 🥊 Miss smashing face, can’t wait to fight again.” From her disciplined background in bodybuilding to her dedication as a boxer, Bridges exemplifies grit, focus, and a passion for empowering others. Here’s how she balances intense training, personal growth, and her desire to inspire the next generation.

1. She Boxes

Since Bridges is a boxer, this means she’s getting a lot of benefits from the sport. The Cleveland Clinic states that boxing is a great way to burn calories. “The calories you burn during boxing can help you maintain or achieve a healthy weight. One study compared boxing training versus moderate-intensity walking in people with a body mass index (BMI) of greater than 25 (which is considered having overweight/obesity). The researchers noted reductions in BMI, waist circumference and body fat percentage in the boxing group, while the walking group showed no changes.”

2. She Jumps Rope

Bridges shared this video of herself at training camp. In it, she is seen jumping rope. ACE Fitness states that jumping rope has a lot of benefits. “Jump rope workouts help the stability muscles in your lower extremity to support your joints. If you don’t include a lot of impact in your current workout, you can gradually incorporate more impact by starting with light little jumps, landing softly on your feet. When jumping rope, the upper body also gets a workout—it’s just not as strenuous, making it ideal for upper-body workout days. Be sure to keep your arms close to your body and elbows slightly bent. Also remember to remain in an athletic stance, with your shoulders back and chest lifted.”

3. She’s Disciplined

Before boxing, Bridges was a professional bodybuilder. She revealed to TalkSport that this helped with her discipline. “Bodybuilding has to be the most disciplined sport in the world. I was insane, I was crying during leg workouts because I couldn't quit, I'd be crying pushing through doing walking lunges and then squats and it was really intense. But, that mentality I had in bodybuilding with fatigue not being an option and no quit, all this kind of stuff, I took that same mindset and discipline into boxing and that's why I've risen so fast and learned so fast because I didn't make any excuses and I've given it my all.”

4. She Wants To Be A Role Model

Bridges wants to be a role model for young people. She revealed to TalkSport that she decided to become a teacher for this reason. “I also wanted to spot problem children and see kids who were at high risk to problems at home or drugs and alcohol and be able to get them while they're young and influence them into being better adults and changing their lives. That's where it stemmed from, wanting to give back. I would see their attitudes change in the classroom towards themselves and towards their lives, because of the things I taught such as positivity and self-belief in a very safe and positive environment, which is full of support.”

5. She Works With A Trainer

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In her training camp video, Bridges is seen working with a trainer. According to ACE Fitness, working with a trainer can help improve your fitness level. “Most of us work harder in the presence of others. Having a trainer by your side can provide the encouragement, energy and motivation you need to jumpstart your routine. A trainer can also help you set goals, create a plan to accomplish them and celebrate the day you reach them.”