Emma Hernan Shares Swimsuit Photo as "Business Barbie"

Manuela Alvarez Hernandez is one of the hot new models right now. In 2019, she was one of Sports Illustrated’s SI Swim Search winners. And her recent Instagram post proves why she got the job. Hernandez shared a set of photos from the beach. She wore a bunch of different swimsuits, including one in yellow, one in orange, and one in black. Hernandez captioned the post, “Leaving these here just before summer ends.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Manuela Alvarez Hernandez stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Wants To Inspire Others

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Hernandez wants to be an inspiration for other Latina models. She talked about this in an interview with HOLA USA, after winning the SI Swim Search. “It’s an honor,” she said. “And for me, it’s huge because coming from Medellin and moving to the U.S., I didn’t really think that my life was going to take this direction. The fact that I’m following my dreams, and I get to be myself and represent Latinas is truly an honor.”

2. She Changed Her Diet and Exercise

Hernandez talked about how she prepped for the SI shoot to HOLA USA. “I knew that the day of the shoot I wanted to feel my best and feel confident,” she said. “A few weeks before, I did work out a lot. I would go to the gym once or twice a day every single day. I tried to cut out dairy, meat and tried to have mainly a plant-based diet. It was really hard for me just because I love food. I love pizza; I love carbs. It really did take a lot for me to restrain myself from eating meat and all the fried foods and all the good stuff. That’s probably the best shape I’ve been in in my life.”

3. She Prioritized Education

At the 2019 SI Swimsuit On Location event in Miami, Hernandez revealed to a reporter that she put school ahead of her modeling dreams. “It honestly feels like a crazy dream,” Hernandez said. “It’s insane to see that it’s becoming a reality and I’m living it. Honestly, I’m really glad that I went to school and got my degree and that now I have the chance to do modeling all the time. Now I’m in LA, so it’s honestly just been amazing.”

4. She Swims

As you can see from her recent Instagram post, Hernandez likes to go to the beach. One thing she likes to do there is swim. She shared this video on Instagram of herself running into the water. Hernandez captioned the post, “I love this feeling.” Better Health states that, “Swimming is a great recreational activity for people of all ages. Recreational swimming can provide you with a low-impact workout and it's a good way to relax and feel good.”

5. She Skis

Swimming isn’t the only outdoor workout Hernandez likes to do. She also enjoys going skiing. Hernandez shared this set of photos and videos of herself on the slopes of Big Bear Mountain. She captioned the post, “A fun day on the mountain.” SkiCanada.org states, “It’s well documented that skiing and snowboarding benefits cardiovascular health, overall fitness, strength, coordination, balance and more. Regardless of your health and fitness goals, strapping on a pair of skis or a snowboard is sure to fulfill some of them. Due to the versatility of skiing and snowboarding, it can encompass the benefits of a cardio workout, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session, and strength training session, all in one fun activity.”

Emma Hernan is one of the stars of Netflix's hit reality series, Selling Sunset, having joined in the show’s fourth season. She also has her own line of vegan empanadas. Hernan just posted a new set of pool photos on Instagram this week. In them, she wore a strapless black two-piece swimsuit, her figure on display. She captioned the post, “SUN DAZE ☀️ .. Soaking up the summer rays and planning a little getaway for September, comment below where I should go!!!” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Emma Hernan stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Cooks

Hernan shared how she got into creating her empanada line with Elite Daily. “I grew up cooking in the kitchen with my grandmother from my dad's side, and she was 100% Portuguese,” she says. “We would do a bunch of different things and empanadas were one of them. When my grandfather passed away, I moved in with her and took care of her. She was just, like, my person. And then that's how I created the empanadas. I just like creating a healthy fusion, but also bringing something that was important to me and my childhood and in my family.”

2. She’s In Charge

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Hernan shared some of her business secrets with Grazia. She says that she makes sure to stay in charge of what’s happening. “My business is 100% owned and bootstrapped by me. I have had many people reach out offering to invest, but for now, I do not need the investment because I secured myself financially before starting out. At a later stage, I am sure I will take on investors to continue growing my business since outside capital is great for a business, but it is amazing having the opportunity to decide when and who I want to invest.”

3. She’s Surrounded By Good People

Hernan tells Grazia that she has a lot of support in her life, which helps her business be successful. “I have surrounded myself with great people but have grown my team slowly to not overspend. I now employ 50+ people in Boston, Massachusetts and since I am not there daily, I rely on my team to run the day-to-day operations. Find people you trust and who wants the best for you and your business. Treat them with respect, compensate them for their hard work and make sure you listen to the people around you.”

4. She Takes Time Off

Hernan makes sure to have a good work life balance. She tells Grazia that she makes sure to take time off. “I know it is a cliche, but work hard, play hard! Most days, I work from early morning to very late evenings, but I am working for myself, so I truly enjoy it. However, I make sure that I also leave time for family and friends. Making money or being successful is not everything. You need to take time to do the things that bring you joy in life. Often, when I take time off, and am not rushing to back-to-back meetings, I find myself coming up with new ideas and innovations that I want to work on.”

5. She’s Kind

Hernan is all about being kind. She tells Grazia that this has helped her get where she is now. “Be kind, humble and respectful. Being kind does not mean you are a pushover, or people can take advantage of you. Instead, it means that you get to be a good person that other people enjoy working with, and it will bring you opportunities.”

Emma Hernan has become a recognizable name and face over these past few years. She first made waves when she joined the cast of Netflix’s hit series, Selling Sunset. Hernan is also a successful entrepreneur, with her own line of empanadas. She just shared a set of highlights from her weekend on Instagram. In one video, she posed in an orange bathing suit with purple dots. She captioned the post, “Weekend photo dump!” Read on to see 5 ways Emma Hernan 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 Believes In Kindness

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Hernan gave some of her tips for success in an interview with Grazia. She says that being kind is very important to her. “Be kind, humble and respectful. Being kind does not mean you are a pushover, or people can take advantage of you. Instead, it means that you get to be a good person that other people enjoy working with, and it will bring you opportunities.”

2. She Makes Time For Herself

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Hernan has a busy schedule, but she also makes time to relax. She tells Grazia that this is helpful when it comes to success. “I know it is a cliche, but work hard, play hard! Most days, I work from early morning to very late evenings, but I am working for myself, so I truly enjoy it. However, I make sure that I also leave time for family and friends. Making money or being successful is not everything. You need to take time to do the things that bring you joy in life. Often, when I take time off, and am not rushing to back-to-back meetings, I find myself coming up with new ideas and innovations that I want to work on.”

3. She Has A Supportive Family

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Hernan has a lot of supportive people around her. “My family means everything to me,” she tells Grazia. “I love going back to Boston and spending time with them as well as bringing them to LA or on vacations with me. No matter how busy I am, I always make sure that I get to see my family and my old friends. It fuels my soul and gives me the energy to keep going.”

4. She Saves Money

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Hernan is very financially responsible. She encourages others to do so in an interview with Cosmopolitan. "Do you really need that bag? Do you really need these things? I know they're pretty and I know they're shiny and they're sparkly, but at the end of the day, you can buy five of them if you just start saving now. Prioritizing where you put your money and where you spend your money, I think that's a really important tip for especially the younger generation out there.”

5. She Enjoys Her Work

One of Hernan’s secrets to success is enjoying what she does. “As an entrepreneur, you need to find those things that keep you sane and give you inspiration,” she says to Grazia. “As that will all help you become successful and build a sustainable future. No need to burn out before you have even gotten started.”