Gal Gadot in Bathing Suit Has a "Happy Birthday"

Gal Gadot is celebrating her birthday in her swimsuit. The Israeli actress was celebrated by her friends on her special day, one of who shared a photo of the star looking gorgeous in a black bathing suit. “Feeling so grateful… Thank you for the love. On my special day I wish you all Happiness, health and love,” she captioned an Instagram post of herself celebrating. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 6 ways Gal Gadot 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 Hydrates

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Gal drinks a lot of water. "I wake up and drink water like a camel," she explained to Shape. "I have a full, chilled bottle of Smartwater + Clarity before coffee or anything else.” According to the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine men should drink about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day and women about 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids.

2. She Follows the Mediterranean Diet

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Gal is a fan of the Mediterranean diet. "Since I’m from the Middle East, I’m very much all about the Mediterranean diet," she dished to Good Housekeeping. Fresh veggies, olive oil, lean protein, and fruits make up the core of her diet. "I look at food as fuel, and I want to give the best to my body so I try to eat healthy on most days." However, she does allow herself to cheat. "I try to eat healthy yet balanced. I don't like to deprive myself of anything. I believe in balance in everything, by the way," she added. "I love to cook, and I’ve always been a foodie."

3. She Does Interval Training

Gal is a fan of nterval training. "I try to get to it every day, but sometimes it's more like three to four times a week," she said. “The upside down,” she captioned a recent Instagram snap of herself doing a handstand during one of her workout sessions.

4. She Strives to Be Strong

Gal strives to be strong, not skinny. "I feel so much better now. When you feel strong, it changes everything — your posture, the way you walk. I look at photos from five years ago and think, Whoa, I was too skinny. It's not cool," she told Glamour after packing on 17 pounds of “all muscle” to play Wonder Woman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.

5. She Meditates and Sleeps

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“Wellness is such an essential part of my life because the better I feel, the better I look, the better I am," Gal told Shape. Meditation on the Headspace app is one of her daily practices. "It's quick, it's easy to use, and it really helps me feel present," she said. "That and getting enough quality sleep are the keys for me.

6. She Does Yoga

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Gal demonstrates her yoga moves in this video. 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.”

The model and actress from Israel, Gal Gadot, is known for her acting roles in movies like Wonder Woman, Wonder Woman 1984, Snow White (coming out in 2025), Fast & Furious, and Justice League to name a few. Gadot is looking absolutely stunning in this Instagram post captioned “Summer state of mind ☀️💛.” No matter how busy her schedule gets, Gadot prioritizes eating healthy and making time to workout.

1. She fits a workout into her morning routine

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Regardless of how busy her schedule gets, she’ll make time for a morning workout, followed by a good meal. "I love all different kinds of fish, but my latest obsession is Chilean sea bass. I also like chicken and filet steak,” she said.

2. She eats Mediterranean food

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When it comes to her diet, she really enjoys the Mediterranean diet. "Since I’m from the Middle East, I’m very much all about the Mediterranean diet," Gadot said. This includes plenty of veggies, seasoning, and olive oil. "I look at food as fuel, and I want to give the best to my body so I try to eat healthy on most days." According to the Cleveland Clinic, “the Mediterranean Diet emphasizes plant-based foods and healthy fats. You eat mostly veggies, fruits and whole grains. Extra virgin olive oil is the main source of fat. The Mediterranean Diet can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease and many other chronic conditions. A dietitian can help you customize the diet to suit your needs.”

3. She loves filling, healthy food

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For dinner, there’s a huge focus on getting enough vegetables and high protein. "I’m also big on salad with delicious dressings," Gadot shares. "The ones I make are either based with olive oil or Greek yogurt with lots of herbs and spices for a delicious kick,” she said.

4. Even her indulgences are on the healthy side

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Even when she “splurges,” it’s not over the top and still fairly healthy. She’s found foods that still have that indulgence feel without being super unhealthy like Goodles, a kind of healthier mac & cheese that’s high in protein and fiber. "My favorites are Shella Good and Cheddy Mac," she said.

5. Eating healthy is a family affair

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She shares her healthy eating habits with her family, passing on good values about health and wellness. "My girls always start their mornings with a filling, healthy breakfast. Smoothies or eggs on toast are their favorites," she said, "eating a balanced diet is so important."