Genie Bouchard in Bathing Suit Says "Happy St. Patrick's Day"

Tennis pro Genie Bouchard celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. But instead of going to a pub or a parade, she headed for the sand and surf. Bouchard posted a new photo on Instagram of herself spending time at the beach. She wore a green bathing suit, which complimented her blonde hair and pale skin nicely. Bouchard captioned the photo, “Happy St Patrick’s Day ☘️.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Genie Bouchard 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 Gets Enough Sleep

Being a professional athlete, Bouchard has to stay in shape, and do things that keep herself healthy. This includes getting enough sleep. Bouchard told SELF that she prioritizes getting enough sleep each night. “Even sleep is part of my job because I need a certain number of hours of sleep to be able to train at the intensity that I do,” Bouchard says. “I’m constantly working to keep my body in the best possible shape.”

2. She Cooks Healthy Breakfasts For Herself

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With her busy schedule, she doesn’t always have time to make meals. However, she tells SELF that she does occasionally make breakfast for herself. Bouchard naturally cooks healthy breakfasts, as she needs the nutrients to keep her body prepped for a tennis match. “​​On the rare occasion that I do cook, I make myself breakfast. Eggs are my go-to in the morning for some protein. Orange juice as well. You have to start your day off with that.”

3. She Carries Healthy Snacks Around

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Bouchard tells SELF that she always aims to eat healthy, even when it comes to her snacks. She says that she always has some healthy snacks on hand throughout her day. “I always have my energy bars and energy gels [on hand]. And bananas, definitely. All tennis players eat like five bananas a day.”

4. She Trains Six Days A Week

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Being a professional athlete, Bouchard naturally has to work out on a regular basis. She says to Best Health Magazine that her training schedule is pretty intense, as she works out six days a week. She also says that she makes time for therapy and rest, especially when she’s dealing with injuries. “I train six days a week. Three to four hours of tennis a day, and probably about two hours in the gym. On top of that, I need to do my recovery physio, massage so it’s full, full working days.”

5. She Stays Motivated

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Before Bouchard goes into a match, she naturally has to get motivated and amped up. She tells Best Health Magazine that she has rituals that she does before a match. “Just before the match, I’ll run in the hallway or in the gym. I want to make sure I’m sweating so I feel warm enough to be out there,’ she says. Bouchard also says that she likes to listen to music beforehand,“It gets me motivated to move.”

Tennis star Genie Bouchard is taking a well-earned break and enjoying some vacation time. The athlete posted an update on her social media from Turks and Caicos, where she poses on the beach in a rust-colored bathing suit. “On vacay, don’t text,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Bouchard 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. Lots Of Bananas

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Bouchard says she always has bananas on hand to snack on throughout the day. “I always have my energy bars and energy gels on hand,” she says. “And bananas, definitely. All tennis players eat like five bananas a day.” Bananas are a great energy booster, experts say. “Since they have a low water content, bananas typically have more calories as well as a higher sugar content compared to other fruits,” says registered nutritionist Jo Lewin. “They contain sugar in the form of sucrose, fructose and glucose in combination with fiber, this allows them to supply an instant yet sustained boost of energy. Being rich in potassium they support muscle contraction during exercise and may reduce the risk of cramping. As such bananas make a valuable inclusion both before and during a prolonged form of intensive exercise.”

2. Eggs For Breakfast

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Bouchard admits that cooking is not her strong point, but she is comfortable making breakfast. “I’m not a cooking person, so there’s not much in the fridge. On the rare occasion that I do cook, I make myself breakfast,” she says. “Eggs are my go-to in the morning for some protein. Orange juice as well. You have to start your day off with that.”

3. Italian Food Is Her Favorite

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Bouchard loves delicious Italian cuisine, especially when it’s fresh. “Olive oil is the primary source of added fat in the Mediterranean diet,” says the Mayo Clinic. “Olive oil provides monounsaturated fat, which lowers total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (or "bad") cholesterol levels. Nuts and seeds also contain monounsaturated fat. Fatty fish, such as mackerel, herring, sardines, albacore tuna and salmon, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These polyunsaturated fats help fight inflammation in the body. Omega-3 fatty acids also help decrease triglycerides, reduce blood clotting, and lower the risk of stroke and heart failure.”

4. She Loves the Beach

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Bouchard likes to swim on days she isn’t working out or playing tennis. “I love going to the beach and swimming in the ocean,” she says. “I think it’s so relaxing. It’s also a great form of active recovery. It’s perfect for those rest days when you still want to move a little bit.”

5. She Trusts Her Instincts

Bouchard makes a point to trust her instincts and have faith in herself. “I always try to remind myself that things can happen when you least expect them to. You just have to keep working hard and suddenly things will click,” she says. “That’s the experience that I’ve had in my career. I trust that if I’m doing the right things and I’m on the right path, even if times are tough, eventually I’ll reach my goal.”

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1. She Plays Tennis, Naturally

Bouchard is a professional tennis player, which means she does a lot of physical activity. Even when it isn’t tennis season, she’s still making time for the court. Bouchard posted this reel on Instagram of herself playing, and captioned it, “Grinding on clay ‘cause why not.” WebMD says that tennis is an amazing physical activity, “Tennis is an activity that works out your entire body: You run across the court, working out your leg muscles. Your core is engaged as you keep your balance while chasing the ball. Your arms provide the power to swing your racket and hit the ball. You improve your balance, flexibility, coordination, and agility all in one sport.”

2. She Does Hydrotherapy

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Bouchard recently suffered a shoulder injury, and is doing rehab methods to help her heal. One of the things she is doing is hydrotherapy, which involves doing exercises in a small pool. She posted this reel on Instagram of some of the exercises she does, including doing the backstroke, and swimming with a board.

3. She Does TRX

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Another way Bouchard is working on her shoulder injury is by doing TRX exercises. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself doing arm exercises with different TRX cables, captioning it, “Rehab update.”

4. She Loves Bananas

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When it comes to her diet, Bouchard has to eat healthy, especially when it comes to her snacks. Bouchard tells Self Magazine that she eats a lot of fruit for her snacks, and that there is one particular fruit she eats a lot of. “Bananas, definitely. All tennis players eat like five bananas a day.” Bananas have a lot of health benefits, in addition to having a lot of potassium, they can also benefit other parts of your body. According to this article from our sister site, Eat This Not That!, bananas can help you avoid muscle cramps, benefit your colon, and keep your skin healthy.

5. She Eats A Healthy Breakfast

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Bouchard tells Self that when it comes to her breakfasts, she makes sure to start her day off with healthy food. “I’m not a cooking person, so there’s not much in the fridge. On the rare occasion that I do cook, I make myself breakfast. Eggs are my go-to in the morning for some protein. Orange juice as well. You have to start your day off with that.”

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1. She Is Discipline

“I’m very disciplined and focused; I need to be,” Genie told Elle Canada. “If I do something then I’ll commit. I don’t think I’m naturally an emotional person. When I make a mistake, I’m obviously disappointed in myself, but I can’t dwell on it. I’ve learned not to dwell on the mistake while I’m playing because that will just lead to more mistakes. It’s a vicious cycle. I can’t afford to be an emotional rollercoaster.”

2. She Spends Four Hours a Day Playing Tennis

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“I spend most of my time on the tennis court. I wake up at 8,” Genie told Elle Canada. “Then I hit the tennis court for two hours working mainly on my technique. After lunch, I spend about another two hours on the tennis court.”

3. She Works Out

After she is done playing tennis she heads to the gym. “As a tennis player, I have to work on my strength and cardio. I find the game of tennis has become more physical, and players are spending more time at the gym,” she told Elle. “I love doing weights because I know I’m getting stronger and I really enjoy that part of the gym. I also spend extra time on my lower body because I have to have strong legs on the court,” she added to The New Potato about her gym workouts. “I don’t really find any workouts overrated because fads don’t get incorporated into my routine. I always stay focused and do my training and stick to what is good for me.”

4. She Eats a Lot of Protein and Carbs

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Genie fuels up with protein and carbs. “My favorite meal of the day is breakfast. I could literally eat breakfast food three times a day. I love eggs benedict because it’s the perfect way to get that protein in the morning before I start my day,” she told The New Potato. “Before a big match I always have a big bowl of pasta to refuel. It’s a typical tennis player meal. I have to fill up on carbs because I burn so much energy during a match, so I need to make sure I get those carbs in and fuel up beforehand.” She also refuels her body post-match with a protein shake. “Right when I come off the court it’s hard for me to eat an entire meal right away, so it’s an easy way to get calories in during that crucial 30-45 minute window. In the hours afterwards, I try to stock up on protein and carbs.”

5. She Hydrates and Sleep

Genie also hydrates and gets enough sleep. “It’s really important to stay hydrated. I notice a big difference in my performance and with my skin. I feel better and I look better, and I find that to be important. I also think that sleep is a necessity and should be a priority. A big part of my job is to get enough hours every night to recover and do it all again the next day. Nobody wants bags under their eyes!” she told The New Potato.