Britney Spears in Bathing Suit Channels Inner “Lioness”

Britney Spears is celebrating her (belated) birthday in her bathing suit! The star, who turned 40 in December, shared a video compilation of clips and snaps from the celebratory trip she took with fiancé Sam Asghari to Cabo San Lucas. “Throwback of my birthday !!! They wrote my name in the sand … such a cool day” the popstar captioned her post. Britney recently shaped up with the help of her fitness fueled partner. In an Instagram video shared by the singer in the spring, she revealed some of the ways she got into great shape. “In the past two weeks I've said that's it ... I have got to get in shape considering my boyfriend's body is hotter than hot,” she wrote. Read on to see 5 ways Britney Spears got into 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 Started Running

If you want a body like Britney, lace up your sneakers and hit the pavement. “I run a lot,” Britney reveals in her post. Harvard Health maintains that a 155 pound person running at 10 MPH can burn a whopping 562 calories in 30 minutes. And, per science, it can help you build muscle, lower your risk of heart disease, improve your sleep, and may promote longevity.

2. She Started to Eat “Clean”

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Per Britney she tries to “eat clean” and be “mindful” with her food. What is clean eating, exactly? It basically refers to eating fresh, unprocessed, and wholesome foods. The Mediterranean Diet, consistently ranked the best diet in the world, is a good example of a clean diet.

3. She Cheats

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Britney allows herself to indulge on occasion, “like last night when I ate a container of peanuts,” she wrote in her most. Per science, a weekly "cheat meal" isn’t a bad idea, and can even boost your metabolism and ward off feelings of deprivation—improving not only your ability to lose weight, but your ability to stick to your diet plan as well. A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Obesity reported that dieters who took a two-week break from their low-calorie meal plan were more successful in terms of weight loss than those who dieted consistently.

4. She Focuses on Strength

Britney isn’t trying to be skinny. In fact, after losing a lot of weight she revealed that she would rather be strong. “And then it hit me ... I might look better but I felt too vulnerable in my skin being this small,” she explained, adding that she “didn't like it.”

5. She Boxes

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Britney started boxing to build muscle. “I started boxing so now I feel stronger too,” she admitted. Harvard Health promotes the fighting exercise as a great way to build strength, improve balance, posture, hand-eye coordination, boost mood and endurance as well as increase alertness.

Britney Spears is showing off her incredible body while vacationing in the tropics! The singer, who is currently enjoying a getaway in Maui with her fiancé Sam Asghari, shared a video to Instagram highlighting her svelte figure on Monday, revealing that she has a stomach bug, but a day later, she was back on her feet, dancing and showing off her legs. How does she stay so fit? Read on to learn how Britney Spears stays well 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 Asks to Be Treated With Respect

Britney captioned her latest post: “When I used to do shows I had to wear two layers of tights every night … the one night I cheated and said NO and didn’t cover my legs, I swear I danced 💃 and moved waaay faster with nothing on them … this bathing suit 👙 is actually expensive !!!" she captioned the recent post. "It kind of looks like a costume but it’s cool to see my legs raw ….. People don’t know this but when I did Vegas, I was never allowed to go to the spa 🧖‍♀️ … they didn’t want me having coffee ☕️ or tea so my friends from home would show up going to the spas drinking champagne 🍾 no lie and I was the loser working and entertaining them at night … doesn’t sound like a good deal to me either !!!! So on this beautiful day here in Maui 🏖 I’m here to remind them all that being treated like an equal individual doesn’t require much … just RESPECT ✊ !!!! Psss are we going to war 🙄😜 ???"

2. She Started to Eat “Clean”

In a video shared to Instagram in 2021, Britney revealed some of her get fit secrets. One of them? Clean eating and being “mindful” with her food. What is clean eating, exactly? It involves eating fresh, unprocessed, and wholesome foods. The Mediterranean Diet, consistently ranked the best diet in the world, is a good example of a clean diet.

3. She Allows Herself to Cheat

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Britney is all about cheat meals. In the video she explained that it helps keep her from feeling deprived, “like last night when I ate a container of peanuts,” she said. Per science, a weekly "cheat meal" can also boost your metabolism and ward off feelings of deprivation—helping you lose weight and stick to your diet plan as well. A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Obesity found that dieters who took two-weeks off their low-calorie meal plan were more successful in terms of weight loss than those who dieted consistently.

4. She Wants to Be Strong

Britney strives for strong over skinny. After losing a lot of weight she revealed that she explained that it “hit” her, “I might look better but I felt too vulnerable in my skin being this small,” she explained, adding that she “didn't like it.”

5. She Boxes

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Britney enjoys boxing to build strength. “I started boxing so now I feel stronger too,” she admitted. Harvard Health explains that the fighting exercise is a great way to build strength, improve balance, posture, hand-eye coordination, boost mood and endurance and increase alertness.

6. She Runs

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“I run a lot,” Britney reveals in her post. Harvard Health maintains that running is a great calorie blaster: A 155 pound person running at 10 MPH can burn 562 calories in 30 minutes. And, per science, it is great for muscle-building and can lower your risk of heart disease, improve your sleep, and may promote longevity.

Britney Spears and her fiancé, Sam Asghari, just went on vacation to celebrate Asghari’s birthday, and they're inviting you to come along (virtually). Spears has been posting several photos and videos on Instagram of their vacation as a keepsake. Yesterday, she just posted a highlight video of their trip, which features incredible scenery, their adorable new puppy, and Spears in different bathing suits. She captioned the video, “Our amazing time here!” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Britney Spears 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 Dances

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Spears is well-known for her dance moves. Whether she is performing on stage or in her music videos, or just dancing at home, it is a big part of Spears’ life, and one of the ways she stays in shape. Spears is known for posting a lot of at-home dance videos on Instagram, her most recent one being this video in her studio. She captioned the post, “Last night … I let go for the first time in a very long time !!!! I sweat my ass off !!! Good to share … good to improve yourself … good to push yourself !!! Get your fucking hands up !!!!!”

2. She Practices Portion Control

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Spears has been tight-lipped in the past when it comes to her diet. However, she recently revealed one of her secrets on Instagram. Spears revealed that she is a fan of using portion control in her diet. In an Instagram post, she wrote, "I chose portion control which is very hard when it comes to Doritos 🙈🤣 !!!!! On a positive note … my body does feel way better now 💪🏼 !!!!"

3. She Spends Time Outside

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Spears likes to spend time outside and get some fresh air. Spears shared a funny video to her Instagram of her and her fiance going for a hike, while Asghari had her on his back. She captioned the video, “Man it’s so much fun out here !!!!! Especially when you don’t have to do ANYTHING AT ALL.” She also likes to spend time at the beach, and posted a series of stunning photos of herself lounging in the water.

4. She Repeats Her Exercises

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When it comes to working out and hitting the gym, Spears said on Instagram that she’s all about repetition. The singer said that she has a few favorite exercises that she sticks with when she works out. While she admits that this can be a bit boring, she still sticks with her routine. “The key to my workout is repetition, but that gets boring so I have a booklet I’ve made with all my favorite exercises.”

5. She Practices Yoga

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One of Spears’ favorite ways to stay in shape is by practicing yoga. She has an Instagram story highlight on her page dedicated to yoga and featuring herself in different poses. She also has an Instagram story highlight of photos of herself in upside-down poses. Yoga has a lot of benefits for both your body and your mind. According to Hopkins Medicine, “Slow movements and deep breathing increase blood flow and warm up muscles, while holding a pose can build strength. Yoga is as good as basic stretching for easing pain and improving mobility in people with lower back pain.”

Britney Spears spent much of this week celebrating her “free woman energy,” including posting photos of herself on Instagram in a bathing suit. “This is my first high waisted bathing suit ever,” she captioned the photo of the pink and white number. “My fiancé likes it but I’m not sure .... It’s crazy cool cause you can adjust it high or low.” (Her fiancé is trainer Sam Asghari.) How does Spears stay so fit while keeping so busy? Read on to see 5 ways Britney Spears 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 Sets Intentions

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Spears recently shared a post about declaring your intentions, and focusing on your goals. She captioned the post, “My word of the week is intention … it has a lot of different meanings … what do you intend to do today ??? What is your intention by doing so … and also it’s known to heal … with that said my intention by what I’m reading now by even sending this message about this beautiful word is one thing and one thing only … to help spread the word !!!! My intention is to merely exist in hopes that others see me write … dance … cry … laugh … sing … or just speak !!!! They know I exist to be a good person …. period !!!!”

2. She Hydrates

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In the swimsuit share, Spears is seen guzzling a bottle of water. “Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you must replenish its water supply by consuming beverages and foods that contain water,” reports the Mayo Clinic. “So how much fluid does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need? The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is:

• About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day for men
• About 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids a day for women.
• These recommendations cover fluids from water, other beverages and food. About 20% of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest from drinks.”

3. She Dances

Spears frequently posts videos of her dancing at home. It’s a great aerobic workout. “Aerobic exercise can reduce health risks, help maintain a healthy weight, strengthen your heart and boost your mood. If you enjoy” dancing “you're also more likely to do it regularly and experience its benefits as an aerobic exercise,” says the Mayo Clinic.

4. She Has a Positive Attitude

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“Be happy and smile,” Spears posted recently. This kind of happy messaging can actually make you happy. “Positive thinking doesn't mean that you keep your head in the sand and ignore life's less pleasant situations. Positive thinking just means that you approach unpleasantness in a more positive and productive way. You think the best is going to happen, not the worst,” says the Mayo Clinic. “Positive thinking often starts with self-talk. Self-talk is the endless stream of unspoken thoughts that run through your head. These automatic thoughts can be positive or negative. Some of your self-talk comes from logic and reason. Other self-talk may arise from misconceptions that you create because of lack of information.”

5. She Has Done Yoga in the Past

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“People who practice yoga and are mindful eaters are more in tune with their bodies. They may be more sensitive to hunger cues and feelings of fullness,” says Harvard Health. “Researchers found that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years, gained less weight during middle adulthood. People who were overweight actually lost weight. Overall, those who practiced yoga had lower body mass indexes (BMIs) compared with those who did not practice yoga. Researchers attributed this to mindfulness. Mindful eating can lead to a more positive relationship with food and eating.”

Britney Spears has had a big year. Not only did she get engaged to her longtime beau, Sam Asghari, but her struggles with her conservatorship and family were brought to light, and got her more support from fans. To celebrate, Spears recently posted one of her famous dancing videos on Instagram. In it, Spears wears a white crop top and black shorts, showing off her abs. Read on to see 5 ways Britney Spears 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 Dances

Spears has been known for her dancing since the beginning of her career. She became famous for posting her dancing videos on her Instagram, and also does intricate dance videos in her performances and music videos. In her most recent video, Spears wrote in the caption, “I danced all day yesterday to Beyonce! Project Rose was inspired by her!”

2. She’s A Fan of Portion Control

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Spears admits that she loves junk food, and previously said on Instagram that she wanted to try the “ice cream diet.” However, in February, Spears revealed that she uses portion control in her diet. In an Instagram post, she wrote, "I chose portion control which is very hard when it comes to Doritos 🙈🤣 !!!!! On a positive note … my body does feel way better now 💪🏼 !!!!"

3. She Eats Healthy

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Despite her love of junk food, Spears also makes sure to eat healthy. In an Instagram post from 2019, Spears revealed that she had lost weight due to eating very healthily, and eating a lot of fruits and vegetables. Spears posted a chart of what she ate, which included bananas, pears, strawberries, beets, and pomegranate. She wrote, "I have weak eyes and stress and asthma and headaches. So this chart has helped me so much with those problems .... and my weight!!! Whoop whoop."

4. She Does Isolated Movements

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Spears revealed that her workout routine involves a lot of repetition and isolated movements, and doesn’t involve a lot of cardio. “I don’t like doing too much cardio,” she says on Instagram. “My body has muscle memory, cus I use it be [sic] gymnast and I can bulk up …. so I like isolated movement. The key to my workout is repetition, but that gets boring so I have a booklet I’ve made with all my favorite exercises. I usually wear headphones …. music takes me away .”

5. She Hikes

Spears loves getting outside, specifically hiking. And she loves to hike with her fiance, Sam Asghari, especially when he carries her. Spears shared a funny video to her Instagram of her and Asghari hiking, while Asghari had her on his back. She captioned the video, “Man it’s so much fun out here !!!!! Especially when you don’t have to do ANYTHING AT ALL.”