Gabby Windey Shares Swimsuit Photo as "Class Act"

1. She Loves Dairy

Windey is not a fan of dairy-alternative drinks, telling her fans she prefers the real thing. "Dairy isn't necessary in the diet for optimal health, but for many people, it is the easiest way to get the calcium, vitamin D, and protein they need to keep their heart, muscles, and bones healthy and functioning properly," says Vasanti Malik, nutrition research scientist with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

2. New Life

Windey recently announced she is dating comedian and TV writer Hoffman, and says she’s very happy. “I always just want to live my truth, and my story,” she says. “And so I have been seeing someone for a couple months, and I’ve been keeping it a little more private because it is like a bigger story and a bigger conversation, because I’m dating a girl!”

3. Mexican Food

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Windey loves Mexican cuisine, which can be very healthy depending on how it’s prepared—the more traditional, the better. “Pick corn tortillas over flour tortillas,” advises Kate Patton, MEd, RD, CSSD, LD. “Corn tortillas are more natural and less processed, making them a good source of fiber and magnesium (great for maintaining healthy muscles), not to mention they are significantly lower in calories, saturated fat, sodium and sugar compared to flour tortillas.”

4. She’s a Dancer

Anyone who watched Windey on Dancing With the Stars knows she is a fantastic dancer. “I like to say that dancing checks a lot of boxes,” says Kathleen Davenport, MD. “In social dancing, you interact with different people and can make new friends, which has multiple psychological benefits. On the physical side, you need good balance, you need core strength, you need strength in your lower and upper extremities if you’re doing partner work. Dancing can also be an excellent cardio workout.”

5. Cheerleading Background

Windey is a professional cheerleader, which is a very athletic activity based in gymnastics. Experts say gymnasts should make sure they stay strong and get good cardio. “Gymnasts require stamina and good cardiovascular health,” says sports medicine specialist Marie Schaefer, MD. “Exercises that get your heart pumping are beneficial both during and between competition seasons.”

Gabby Windey is missing her light locks in her swimsuit. The Bachelorette star shows off her blonde hair and incredible body in a bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts. “I knowww we miss my dark hair,” she captioned the poolside Instagram snap. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Gabby Windey 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

Gabby got into her best shape ever while competing on Dancing with the Stars. Dancing is a great workout for many reasons. Not only does it build strength and promote flexibility, but helps you lose weight and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.

2. She Drinks Coffee

Gabby can often be found with a cup of coffee in hand. Science continues to prove that drinking coffee is great for your health. In fact, a new 2022 study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that drinking two to three cups a day of most types of coffee – especially a mild to moderate intake of ground, instant, and decaffeinated coffee – may protect you from cardiovascular disease and an early death. Researchers found “significant reductions” in the risk for coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure and stroke for all three types of coffee. But, only ground and instant coffee with caffeine decreased risk for arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat.

3. She Walks

Gabby, a dog owner, loves to go for walks. Here she is taking her pooch for a stroll on the beach. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace

4. She Was a Cheerleader

Gabby’s devotion to fitness can be demonstrated by one of her first major jobs as a Denver Broncos Cheerleader. “No words can describe my experience as a DBC. I will always be extremely grateful for these years and the people I’ve met along the way,” she captioned an Instagram post.

5. She Swims

In a lot of her social media photos, you will find Gabby swimming, at either the beach or a pool. Swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity, according to the CDC. Just two and a half hours per week of aerobic physical activity, such as swimming, bicycling, or running, can decrease the risk of chronic illnesses. In addition to the many physical benefits, there are multiple studies supporting the mental health benefits of swimming as well.