Elle Macpherson in Bathing Suit Does "Morning Meditations"

Elle Macpherson isn’t just a supermodel who wants to look good; she believes in healthy living, as co-founder the supplement and wellness company WelleCo. So when she gives healthier living advice, it’s usually coming from a real place. For example, today she shared a photo of herself in a swimsuit, with her eyes closed, subtitled “Morning meditations.” (She tagged Mathilde Favier, the Public Relations Manager at @dior, for the “day in the life beauty challenge.”) How does she keep so fit and together? Read on to see 7 ways Elle Macpherson 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 Meditates

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You don’t need to be solo in a studio with your legs crossed to meditate (though that certainly works). Meditation is about being present, focusing on your breath, and calming the mind by allowing thoughts to pass without judgement. Can’t do that on your own? No biggie. Download an app like Calm or Headspace, which will walk you through guided meditations, working to improve your breathing and, in turn, bring your cortisol levels back to normal. “I wake at around 5.30am, I set my intentions for the day, I try to be kind to myself and check in, to understand how I am feeling in my body and my mind. I try to take about 30 minutes every morning to meditate. It helps keep me stay balanced and feel strong and confident,” Macpherson told GettheGloss.

2. De-Stressing Helps You Lose Weight

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When you’re feeling overwhelmed by your stress and you allow it to run rampant, the effects on your body is nothing short of disastrous. “Stress in and of itself can literally shut down your metabolism,” says Jeffrey A. Morrison, M.D., C.N.S, an expert in integrative medicine and metabolism issues. “It is tremendously metabolically draining. Remember: your thyroid is the ignition switch for your metabolism.” That’s why meditation works. Chilling out has a direct impacton stress. Research out of Georgetown University Medical Center finds that after an eight-week course in mindful meditation, people with anxiety disorders lowered inflammatory markers and stress hormones in their blood by 15 percent.

3. Macpherson Eats Her Greens

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In addition to using her own brand of WelleCo products, “I’ll take a handful of natural organic pea sprouts with another handful of natural organic sunflower sprouts, then add a pinch of broccoli, some alfalfa sprouts and half an avocado. I drizzle a mix of lemon juice, avocado and coconut aminos, otherwise I enjoy a tahini dressing – manuka honey, apple cider vinegar and a handful of sprouted seeds over the top,” she told Dr. Barbara Strum. Avocado is indeed a superfood. Research conducted in Mexico found that monounsaturated-rich oil pressed from the fruit can help mitochondria survive attack. Researchers say the results jive with low-disease rates in Mediterranean countries where olive oil—nutritionally similar to the avocado—is a diet staple.

4. Here’s Her Take on Wellness

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“I believe in maintenance, I’m not a big binge and purge person. I think it’s really important to maintain wellness year-round. Not because it looks good but it actually feels good – which is really important when you’re running a business and you’ve got kids and a full life. It’s easy – I just make good choices and I enjoy the choices that I make. I really enjoy a plant-based diet, I love vegetables,” she said once.

5. Here’s Her Eating Schedule

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“I have three meals a day and two snacks, mid-morning and afternoon. I have a bit to eat with my son at 6:30am after my drinks. I might have a poached egg sometimes, or half an avocado or some muesli that I make in the dehydrator with nuts and seeds and a little bit of coconut and cinnamon, and I’ll mix that with some fresh hemp or almond milk that I make myself,” she has said.

You know that end of day feeling on a vacation, when the sun’s going down and everything feels just right? Elle Macpherson captured that in a series of photos, in which she’s sitting—well, standing—on the dock of the bay (or some beautiful body of water), watching the sun go down. She even quoted the lyrics to “(Sittin’ on) the Dock of a Bay” in a caption. How does she stay so fit while keeping so busy? Read on to see 7 ways Elle Macpherson 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 Enjoys a Plant-Based Diet

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Elle follows an alkaline diet, rich in veggies. “I really enjoy a plant-based diet, I love vegetables,” she told Harper’s Bazaar. “If I’m really in my groove, I love a raw, plant-based diet,” she added to New Beauty. “That’s how I feel best. I eat grains, nuts, seeds, beans, vegetables, almond milk, hemp milk, chia seeds. I make my own granola in a dehydrator. Avocado, salads, juicing—you know, beautiful, whole, natural foods. As far as animal products are concerned, I’ll have a poached egg every now and then, some Parmesan cheese and goat cheese, but they’re not staples of my diet.”

2. How to Maintain Your Plant-Based Diet

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“Make a weekly meal plan, then shop,” advises the Mayo Clinic. “Your plan should include incremental change. If you eat only, say, a vegetable with dinner, begin by adding a second serving — how about fruit with breakfast? Once you've established that routine, add a third serving, maybe a salad at lunch. If you make the plan, you're more likely to stick to it.” Also: “Get creative with prep. Steam, broil, roast, blend, saute: It's chef's choice here. So mix up a smoothie, simmer some soup or toss a salad — it all counts.” And: “Use the stealth approach. Sneak extra veggies into salads, soups and casseroles; add berries and other fruit to whole-grain breakfast cereals, salads and snacks. You'll improve your health and you won't even know it.”

3. She Sets Her Intentions in the Morning

“"I wake at 5.00am and lie in bed for about 10 minutes before getting ready for my morning routine. It sets me up for the day and is non-negotiable. I know it makes me feel great so I stick to it. I set my intentions for the day and try to understand how I am feeling in my body and mind. I put my hands on my chest and feel my breathing and think about what I want to accomplish today. Sometimes it might be a tangible thing like running through my to-do list, or something self-nurturing like meditation,” she tells Marie Claire.

4. Meditation is Good for Her

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“Meditation may offer many benefits, such as helping with concentration, relaxation, inner peace, stress reduction and fatigue,” reports the Mayo Clinic. “Research has found that meditation may help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. When combined with conventional medicine, meditation may improve physical health. For example, some research suggests meditation can help manage symptoms of conditions such as insomnia, heart disease, pain, cancer and digestive problems.”

5. She Exercises This Way

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“Now in my 50s, I don't over-work in the gym. I now listen to what my body needs. I do an hour of exercise I really enjoy every day. It might be paddle boarding, hiking or even waterskiing. At the moment, I'm really into boxing or taking spin classes with girlfriends,” she told Marie Claire.

6. She Runs

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When in NYC, Macpherson runs around the Reservoir in Central Park. One study “showed participants had improvements in overall cardiovascular health but particularly related to the stiffness of the aortic vessel. This is important because as people age, the body's vessels become stiffer. This can be detrimental to your health since with stiff vessels your body has to work harder to pump blood,” reports the Mayo Clinic.

7. She Prioritizes Wellness

Wellness is Elle’s priority year-round. “I believe in maintenance, I’m not a big binge and purge person,” she told Harper’s Bazaar. “I think it’s really important to maintain wellness year-round. Not because it looks good but it actually feels good – which is really important when you’re running a business and you’ve got kids and a full life. It’s easy – I just make good choices and I enjoy the choices that I make.”

Model and actress Brooke Shields had a great Thanksgiving holiday. And she has some unique traditions. One of her pastimes is spending time in a pool. Shields shared a new video on Instagram of herself enjoying a pool day. She wore a strapless dark red swimsuit, looking stunning. She captioned the video, “The Thanksgiving tradition continues.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Brooke Shields 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 Makes Sure To Take Care Of Her Skin

Shields has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. She tells Glamour that she has always been interested in skincare and learning about it. “We don't really think of our skin as an organ, but it is the largest organ of the body,” she says. “So as I got older, I started enjoying the ritual or the idea that it's not a chore to take care of your skin…it's a privilege. It doesn't have to be 20 minutes. It can be seven minutes.”

2. She Gets Dermatology Treatments

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Shields revealed some of her skincare secrets to Glamour. She says that she goes to different dermatologists to get different treatments done. “I go to Dr. Liz Hale for sun damage and sun spots, such as Fraxel. I primarily go to Dr. Macrene Alexiades for treatments, such as peels and the Genesis treatment. I just don't want a lot of pain or downtime.”

3. She Cleanses Once A Day

Shields tells Glamour that she only cleanses her face once a day. “I mainly cleanse just at night. In the morning, I'll just throw water on my face, and maybe do a face mask if I have time.” Shields also revealed her go to cleanser in the interview. “True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm, which dissolves everything,” she says. “You don't have to use any soap.”

4. She Relaxes In The Morning

Shields revealed some of her favorite wellness practices to Bustle. She says that she starts her mornings by relaxing. “Just the word ‘routine’ would make me happy. If I were to have a routine, I would say that I started taking baths when I [was recently filming a movie] in Scotland. I [was surprised] that if you take the right kind of bath, it’s invigorating but relaxing at the same time. I don’t start the day as stressed. I like having my tea, reading my newspaper, and being up before the craziness of the house starts.”

5. She’s Getting Into Meditation

Shields also tells Bustle that she has started to practice meditation. She says that she thinks she could make this a part of her daily routine. “I’m starting to meditate a little bit. I know that once I get into it, I will be — at least partially — a convert. I’m so ‘multi-scheduled’ throughout every day, with [this business], and certain obligations I have to different companies that I’m working with.”

Catherine Harding is taking the cold plunge in her swimsuit. The singer shows off her incredible figure in a bathing suit (and tolerance for ice-cold water) in one of her latest social media posts. “Breathe and try and relax,” she says in one of the Instagram Stories shared devoted to her cold therapy treatment. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Catherine Harding 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 Is Real About Her Body

Catherine doesn’t believe in pretending that her body is perfect. “I woke up today and thought I want to be a bit more real on here.. so I took these photos,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “I train almost everyday and am careful of what I eat, I’m aware this isn’t very bad or “poor me” etc but I’m just showing i have loose skin after 2 kids that is wrinkly and crepey and yes sometimes it bothers me because it isn’t the Instagram version of “perfection” I am always seeing. I am my biggest critic and can be super harsh on myself always thinking of trying to be perfect, I’ve struggled with a weight complex my whole life but As I’m getting older I’m becoming more aware that if I as a fully grown adult woman can be so impacted by the Instagram version of perfection how will our young daughters be ? What pressure will they feel? I think it’s important to not let the idea of perfection be confused with being the best version of yourself. I’ve personally struggled with this a lot but am learning to accept myself more. I grew two beautiful children inside that stomach and yes it’s crepey and wrinkled when I squash it together 😂 but so what? It’s real life ✌️ Just thinking let’s try embrace our flaws more and accept ourselves fully.”

2. She Does Pilates

Catherine’s favorite workout is pilates. “Keep moving, keep stretching 🙆‍♀️ Back in my happy place,” she captioned an Instagram post of herself on her reformer. In another post she thanks her pilates instructor, Holly Bramley for helping her “stay toned, flexible and strong,” she writes. “Your classes are so challenging I love it!”

3. She Does Yoga

Catherine also does yoga. There is a laundry list of reasons to do yoga, explains 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,” they said. “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.”

4. She Soaks in Hot Water

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Catherine enjoys soaking in hot water, in a jacuzzi or bathtub. How can baths do your body and mind good? They have been linked to better sleep and even found helpful to minimize anxiety and depression. One recent study even found that they may even boast cardiovascular benefits.

5. She Does Cold Plunges

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In her latest post, Catherine reveals that she “is on a real health kick at the moment trying new things and just posting this to be accountable.” In the photo she sits in a freezing cold bathtub for four minutes. “It feels good,” she gushes after getting out. “Such a weird sensation that comes all over your entire body."