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Frida Aasen in Bathing Suit is in "Paradiso"

Here are her health hacks.

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Norwegian model Frida Aasen is soaking up the sun at a beautiful island getaway. Aasen, 28, shared pictures of herself posing on the beach in a cream bathing suit, against a gorgeous background of white sand and blue skies. “Paradiso,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Aasen 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. Pilate and SoulCycle

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Aasen enjoys group Pilates and SoulCycle classes. “I do Pilates at SLT,” she says. “It’s so tough! I like SoulCycle, too. I love the hip-hop-themed rides; they’re my favorite. I just did one that was about the evolution of Rihanna. It was incredible.”

2. Meditation and Yoga

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Aasen says she took advantage of COVID-19 lockdowns to learn to cook. “I have become a much better cook,” she says. “Living in NYC I never cooked much, but in the pandemic I started to really enjoy it. I also started doing much more mindfulness (meditation) and yoga.”

3. Health Hacks

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Aasen lives by a simple motto for health and wellness. “Enough sleep, healthy diet and healthy mind,” she says. “People would be surprised to know that I actually love deep cleaning my own house. Cleaning really helps me destress and calm down when I have anxiety.”

4. No Meat

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Aasen avoids meat and sticks to other sources of protein such as chickpeas. “Chickpeas are also an excellent source of non-animal protein,” says Patricia Bridget Lane, RDN, LD/N. “They’re great for vegetarians and vegans.”

5. Independent Spirit

Aasen says her career as a model (she was discovered at age 14) helped her get over self-consciousness as a young girl. “It has given me a lot of independence from a young age,” she says. “Shown me how to connect socially and on a business level with people from all backgrounds/ages etc. I think it’s been such a blessing especially to be able to be young and travel the world and experience so many different cultures and people.”

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Model Karoline Lima shared a new swimsuit photo on Instagram this week. In it, she lay by the pool, wearing a black bathing suit and red wrap. She captioned the post, “Amputation of foot for personal reasons.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Karoline Lima 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 Swims

Lima spends a lot of time in the water. She has a lot of photos on Instagram of herself either at the beach or the pool. She likes to swim to stay in shape. Lima shared this photo of herself wading in the waves at sunset. She captioned the post, “Happy and light as if there's no strife amen.” She also shared these photos of herself wading in the ocean, captioning it, “Wonder where I am?”

2. She Rides Jet-Skis

Swimming isn’t the only activity Lima does at the beach to stay active. She likes to get her heart racing and adrenaline flowing. Lima likes to ride jet-skis at the beach. Lima posted this set of photos on Instagram of herself jet-skiing in Praia das Toninhas. She captioned the post, “Fucking beautiful you know.”

3. She Plays With Dogs

Lima is a dog lover. She owns two Pomeranians, and she prominently features them on her Instagram. Lima posted this photo of herself carrying her dogs outside. She captioned the post, “Can I make a frame of this picture? Full moon.” She also shared this photo with her dogs, captioning it, “Oreo and Luquinhas passing by to send you a kiss.”

4. She Benefits From the Sun

“Sometimes a little bit of sunshine is the best medicine. A walk in the park or a bike ride probably puts you in a good mood, and a moderate amount of sun is also good for your physical health. While you’re outside soaking up rays, your body is busy making vitamin D. That’s good news, because this hormone that’s boosted by exposure to sunlight plays an important role in women’s health,” says Johns Hopkins.

5. She Loves the Beach

“Beaches provide many recreational opportunities for millions of people. Boating, fishing, swimming, walking, beachcombing, bird-watching, playing and sunbathing are among the common activities beachgoers enjoy. Beaches provide protection to residents living near the ocean by acting as a buffer against the high winds and waves of powerful storms or rough seas,” says the EPA.

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Maya Nazor is a model, influencer, and YouTuber. She has a large following on social media, and a well–known Instagram profile. Nazor shares a lot of stunning photos on her page, and isn’t afraid to show off her body. She recently shared a new one. In it, Nazor waded in a pool. She wore a white string bathing suit with silver decorations, looking beautiful. Nazor captioned the post with an angel emoji. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Maya Nazor 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 Uses A Trampoline

Nazor owns a trampoline. And she puts it to good use. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself on her trampoline. She captioned the post, “Any time is good for some photos.” Using a trampoline has a lot of health benefits. The Cleveland Clinic reports, “Rebounding (the act of jumping on a rebounder) is a full-body workout that impacts — you guessed it — your entire body.”

2. She Believes In Balance

Nazor believes in balance. She stressed the importance of this in the caption of this Instagram post. She wrote, “Life is all about balance. Be kind, but don’t let people abuse you. Trust but don't be fooled.”

3. She Loves Strawberries

Nazor makes sure to eat healthy. A part of her diet is fruit. One of Nazor’s favorite fruits is strawberries. She shared these photos of herself going strawberry picking in Ontario on Instagram. Nazor captioned the post, “Make your heart the most beautiful thing about you. (I was very happy picking strawberries, one of my favorite fruits).”

4. She Prioritizes Happiness

Nazor prioritizes her happiness. She shares a lot of posts on Instagram where she talks about finding happiness and keeping it in her life. Nazor shared these photos of herself in the sun, captioning it, “When the weather matches your mood.” She also posted this photo of herself at the beach in Sinaloa. She captioned it, “There are always reasons to be happy.”

5. She Swims

Nazor spends a lot of time by the water. She posts a lot of photos on her Instagram of herself at the beach or the pool. Naturally, Nazor likes to swim as a way to stay in shape. She shared this photo of herself in a pool. Nazor captioned it, “I like to close my eyes and think of you.” She also shared this photo of herself wading at the beach, captioning it, “I love sunshine. How’s your day going?”

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Mexican actress Sandra Itzel is used to being the center of attention—and she’s clearly comfortable in front of the camera. Itzel shared a picture of herself posing in a neon pink bathing suit, with her hair in braids. “I think of you every night,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Itzel 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. All About the Cardio

Itzel never skips her cardio, which is the ultimate de-stresser, experts say. “Not only that, but it combats depression, improves your self-esteem and releases tension-fighting hormones like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine,” says clinical exercise physiologist Erik Van Iterson, PhD, MS. “Try getting in a 30-minute workout five or more days a week that raises your heart rate for the duration of the activity. Or try three, 10-minute workouts, five or more days a week.”

2. Dancing Queen

Itzel is an amazing dancer. “The everyday life of cell phones, laptops, and screens can result in a shrinking back and in, rather than an expanding up and out,” says choreographer and artistic director Kristin Sudeikis. “The dance floor offers an invitation to unapologetically practice taking up space while also acknowledging the people around you—which is something we could use more of in the world, don’t you think?”

3. Sauna Sessions

Itzel loves using the sauna, which can offer many health benefits (but make sure you consult a doctor first). “Evidence over the past few decades shows that sauna bathing has an immediate positive effect on blood pressure,” says UCLA Health. “But for a bigger benefit, combine your sauna bathing with exercise. Recent research finds that using the sauna for 15 minutes after a workout, three times a week, results in a more significant improvement in blood pressure than exercise alone.”

4. Long Baths

Itzel enjoys long baths. “Taking baths has great physical and mental health benefits,” says family medicine provider Amy Zack, MD. “Baths help many people sleep well. They also create a good environment for meditation, thought and escape from everyday stressors.”

5. Coffee Please

Itzel loves fresh coffee, which can be very good for you. “Coffee may help some people maintain alertness and energy levels thanks to its caffeine content,” says registered nutritionist Nicola Shubrook. “When coffee is consumed, it is absorbed into the bloodstream and travels to the brain where it ‘fires up’ certain neurons which may improve memory, mood, energy and cognitive function, if consumed in moderation. Other reports suggest drinking coffee before exercise may reduce rates of exertion and potentially improve athletic performance.”

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Actress Karime Scander, known for the show En la Piel de Alicia, posts a lot of revealing photos on social media. Scander just shared a new set of swimsuit shots on Instagram this week. In it, she posed in a tide pool under a rock at the beach. Scander wore a light orange bathing suit with sequins and a white hat. She captioned the post with a crab emoji. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Karime Scander 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 Rides Camels

Scander travels all over the world. And she likes to do a lot of interesting things when she travels. While on a trip to the Sahara, she made sure to see the desert. Scander did some camel riding on her trip. She shared these photos on Instagram, captioning it, “With my new friend in the Sahara Con.”

2. She Zip Lined

Another thing Scander tried was going zip lining. She shared this video on Instagram detailing her experience. In it, Scander hiked up in the mountains, before going on the line over the scenery. She captioned it, “Here's a little of my Saturday trying new things. If you get a chance to do it, don't hesitate! I promise you, you won't regret it.”

3. She Swims

Scander likes to swim to stay in shape. She shares a lot of posts on Instagram of herself in the water. Scander posted these photos of herself floating in the pool. She captioned it, “Like a 🐠 in the water (literally). And I'm very happy for two little things. First, because today we have EPISODE PREMIERE on #DosHermanas so excited!! And the other thing is that there's only a week left until my birthday. How fast time has flown! Feels like I was just yesterday lol.”

4. She Kayaks

Scander doesn’t just like to swim when she goes to the beach. She also likes to try new water activities. One thing she does is go kayaking. Scander shared these photos on Instagram of herself kayaking. She captioned it, “Meeting new sports.”

5. She Dances

Scander loves to dance to stay in shape. She shares a lot of videos on Instagram of herself dancing. Scander posted this video of herself dancing on her balcony. Scander also shared this video of herself dancing outside. She captioned the post, “I already have a wealth that is you.” Better Health reports about dancing, “It has a wide range of physical and mental benefits including: Improved condition of your heart and lungs. Increased muscular strength, endurance and motor fitness. Increased aerobic fitness. Improved muscle tone and strength.”

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Victoria Silvstedt, the model and TV personality, is no stranger to posting swimsuit photos on Instagram. She shows off her figure on multiple occasions. Silvstedt is on a cruise, and made sure to get some photos for social media. In a new post, she posed in a red bikini, sunhat, and shades, with the wind in her hair. She captioned the post, “Cruising selfies.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Victoria Silvstedt 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 Goes Swimming

Silvstedt loves to go outside. One place that she likes to go to is anywhere with some water. She posts several photos on Instagram of herself at the pool or at the beach. She posted this photo from Saint Barthelemy, captioning it, “Come surf with me.” She also posted this photo of herself in the ocean by a rock in La Spiaggetta dei Balzi Rossi, captioning it, “I found a secret grotto and crystal clear water.”

2. She Rides Water Bikes

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Swimming isn’t the only thing Silvstedt likes to do in the water. She’s also a fan of water biking. She posted this set of photos of herself doing the activity in Port de Monaco on Instagram. Silvstedt captioned the post, “Sunday funday water bike challenge.”

3. She Skis

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While Silvstedt loves to spend time in the sun, she also likes spending time in the snow. One thing she likes to do is ski. She posted this set of photos of herself on a ski trip in the Alpes on Instagram. She captioned the post, “Thankful for this amazing fun ski weekend in Courchevel under the sun.”

4. She Enjoys A Balanced Diet

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Silvstedt revealed some of her wellness secrets in an interview with the blog Victor De Monaco. She says that she eats a balanced, but healthy diet each day. “I love to eat. I am not your green juices 24/7 kind of girl. I must have a dessert everyday and especially chocolate. And what is a night like without a glass of wine? However, I try to avoid eating carbs and especially before a photo-shoot. I also try to limit my amount of red meat intake. I guess you can describe my diet as a Mediterranean, wholesome and vegetable-based diet.”

5. She Works Out Outside

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Silvstedt loves to go outside. She says to Victor De Monaco that she prefers to do most of her exercising in the fresh air. “I love working out outdoors like doing some yoga and pilates every now and then. I prefer to go running outside rather than to workout at the gym.”

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Mariana Morais is "Rooting for Us All"

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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Mariana Morais is showing off her ab-fab figure – in a two-piece exercise set. In a new social media post, the fitness influencer flaunts her fantastic figure in a brown sports bra and leggings. “Self Progress & Development is not always linear. Sometimes we take steps back & that’s just a sign to course correct so we can leap forward. If 2024 wasn’t the year you expected, use it as an opportunity to learn, grow, & carry on. It’s you VS you - continue to try, focus on consistency > perfection & you will prevail 🤎 rooting for us all to strengthen our mind & bodies this year,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Strength Training

Mariana relies on old-school strength training to keep her body toned. “Training till failure instead of reps + taking my ab routine up a notch by incorporating weighted exercises,” she wrote about one of her workout tactics. “I can feel my muscles being challenged and am in tune with my movements.” According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

  • Develop strong bones
  • Manage your weight
  • Enhance your quality of life
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Sharpen your thinking skills

Prioritizing Digestion and Getting Blood Work Done

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Other healthy habits? “Prioritizing digestion,” she writes in the same post. “Making sure I get enough fiber & starting off every morning with a juice cleanse. This has helped me feel so much better everyday.” She also gets regular blood work done. “So important to check your levels and know what’s going on in your body routinely! Don’t skip the doc apts, always better to be preventative.”

Hiking

Mariana enjoys hiking. “Elevation therapy,” she captioned a post from one of her fitness adventures. According to the National Parks Service, the physical benefits of hiking include:

  • Building stronger muscles and bones
  • Improving your sense of balance
  • Improving your heart health
  • Decreasing the risk of some respiratory issues

Pilates

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Mariana does reformer Pilates. “POV: Stepping into the prettiest torture chamber,” she wrote across a video of herself at the studio. Why is Pilates a good workout? According to the Mayo Clinic, the workout has many benefits, as it “strengthens the body's inner core while increasing its flexibility, resulting in improved overall health.” It can also promote longer, leaner muscles, injury prevention, stress and back pain relief, enhanced athletic performance, and heightened mind-body awareness.

Emsculpt NEO

Mariana recently got an aesthetic body treatment, Emsculpt NEO. “I’ve heard all the rage about the benefits to spot reducing fat & toning muscle so I had to give it a try to target those pesky lower abs. It was a 10/10 & a great addition to my workout routine,” she wrote.

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Olivia Culpo Swears By These 5 Habits

Learn how she stays consistent and keeps her skin healthy.

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She’s Consistent

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Last year, Culpo was preparing for her wedding. She told E! News that she made sure to be consistent with her wellness in order to prepare. “Really trying to dial in [on] what I eat, how I workout, the workouts that I do. Trying to get them in consistently because you only get married once and I want to feel my best. But this past season it was just hard being so far away from my normal routine and where I typically live."

She Keeps Her Skin Healthy While Traveling

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Culpo has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it, even while traveling. “I don't wear any makeup when traveling," she says to Travel + Leisure. "That's one rule because I do feel like you will have a higher chance of breaking out if you are wearing a full face of makeup. A few things I always have with me is some sort of a spray. I love Dr. Barbara Sturm or Caudalie or La Mer. I also absolutely love traveling with a makeup wipe, the Neutrogena wipes are great. Something to just take off the sweat you build up.”

She Keeps Her Skincare Simple

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Culpo shared her skincare routines with Byrdie. She says that she keeps her morning and night routine simple. “I am always trying out new products, so what I gravitate toward is often changing. At night, I usually use an oil and a serum. Right now, I love the Clarins Double Serum. In the morning, I use a Vitamin C serum and an SPF, and, typically, I just rinse my skin with warm water instead of using a cleanser. It is something I swear by—it allows for the oils on my skin from sleeping to absorb naturally.”

She Uses Products With Vitamins

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Culpo shared some of her favorite skincare products with Byrdie. She says that she uses ones that have vitamins in them. “I have noticed a huge difference in my skin with vitamin C and E. I love the Good Janes H2OMyGod Moisturizer—it's sort of an all-in-one moisturizer that has vitamin C and collagen peptides. As for vitamin E, I actually just purchase the oil from the drugstore. It is super cheap and great to put on any red marks I may get from an occasional breakout. The healing process is so much quicker when I am using Vitamin E oil.”

She Packs Healthy Snacks

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Culpo makes sure to eat healthy. She shared some of the snacks she packs with her with Travel + Leisure. "I love the Kind bars. I love any sort of nuts, to be honest with you. They are a go-to snack for me. I would say Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% and some almonds would be perfect! Also, electrolytes to stay hydrated or some sort of collagen beauty powder or something."

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Abigail Ratchford Swears By These 5 Habits to Stay Fit

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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Abigail Ratchford’s amazing body has helped her become one of the most famous models on the internet. The 32-year-old, who boasts over 9.1 million followers on Instagram alone, attributes her measurement-defying body to a few simple habits. Here is everything she does to stay fit at 32.

She Follows 4 Diet Rules

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Abigail swears that abiding by simple rules helps her stay in shape. “I can’t diet. That just doesn’t work for me,” she told New Beauty. “I started to be healthier by first cutting out soda. Then, I stopped eating after 7 p.m. Finally, I started really watching my portions so I was eating fewer calories every day. And water—lots and lots of water.”

She UsesMyFitnessPal

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Abigail explains being accountable for what she eats is crucial. While it’s not “rocket science,” she does use the MyFitnessPal app to track her eating. “I’m the type of person who likes to eat what I want. The app can help anyone do that—you can still eat great food, you just eat less of it,” she added New Beauty.

Pilates

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Abigail is a fan of Pilates. “Group workout classes are so big right now, but I always get nervous around other people in settings like that. I have to go at my own pace without a bunch of distractions so, for me, Pilates with a one-on-one instructor works best. It’s not cheap, but then you also aren’t tempted to skip,” she said She added to Men’s Fitness via Muscle & Fitness that the workout “keeps you long and lean” — and the Mayo Clinic agrees. They say it “strengthens the body's inner core while increasing its flexibility resulting in improved overall health.” It can also promote longer, leaner muscles, injury prevention, relief from stress and back pain, enhanced athletic performance, and heightened mind-body awareness.

Balanced Diet

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“I love green juices and smoothies. Sometimes I’ll put some protein powder in the morning—I feel like the mix of vegetables, and vitamins and stuff that’s in them, really gives me a lot of energy in the morning. I love BBQ food—my ultimate cheat is a pulled pork sandwich, sweet potato fries, and macaroni and cheese from this great place in LA,” she told Men’s Fitness.

Strength Training

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Ratchford also lifts weights. “Initially, I made the mistake that a lot of girls do and I was only doing cardio. I just really didn’t see too much change in my body. I’ve been listening to my girlfriends who are in great shape and they say you have to do weight training, you have to go in and do squats. That’s my new thing—I’ve been doing some resistance training, circuit training,” she told Men’s Fitness. The Mayo Clinic explains that strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

Develop strong bones

Manage your weight

Enhance your quality of life

Manage chronic conditions

Sharpen your thinking skills