Gisele Bündchen in Bathing Suit is "Major"

Gisele Bündchen is flaunting her fabulous figure at 41 in V Magazine! The supermodel, who still looks like she is in her twenties, is steaming up the pages of the fashion magazine this month, modeling a cutout swimsuit. “Someone’s out of retirement,” commented hairstylist Harry Josh. “Major,” wrote another. How does the iconic poser keep herself looking forever young? Read on to see 6 ways Gisele 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. Follow the 80/20 Diet

Gisele and husband Tom Brady follow his TB12 method, which is basically an even healthier version of the traditional 80/20 diet. The majority of the time they eat organically grown fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. However, instead of eating whatever they want the other 20 percent, it consists mainly of grass-fed, organic, antibiotic- and hormone-free lean meats and wild-caught fish or seafood.

2. Meditate

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Gisele regularly meditates. “Meditation has been an incredible gift in my life. Just 10 minutes of practice a day can change your day--and creating a regular meditation practice can change your life,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “It has transformed mine! If meditation is challenging for you, perhaps you can start off with a guided meditation, or with some nature sounds, or mantras. Whatever works best for you.”

3. Do Yoga

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Gisele is a devoted yogi, regularly sharing photos of herself getting her zen on. “Many years ago, after going through one of the most difficult times in my life, I immersed myself in the very deep process of getting to know myself better,” she wrote on Instagram. She added that as a result of her practice, she “came out of that period stronger and happier, and knowing that no matter how difficult challenges appear in the moment, they always bring with them an opportunity for transformation.”

4. Eat Mostly Plants

Gisele’s diet is very plant focused. "At our house, we try to eat organic foods that are in season and locally grown," she told Marie Claire about diet of choice. "We believe that by buying locally, we'll have a better chance at getting foods that are fresh and also support local farmers. We eat mostly a plant-based diet."

5. Don’t Stop Moving

Gisele’s lifestyle is incredibly active. "I love any type of exercise that I can do outdoors; horseback riding, biking, and skiing are some of my favorite ways to stay active and connect with nature," she explained to Marie Claire. "Not only do these activities help me stay in shape, but they help in giving me clarity and perspective. Being active fuels my body, mind, and soul. It just makes me happy."

6. She Indulges On Occasion

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Every once and awhile, Gisele does allow herself to indulge. “I’m not super strict and believe everything is OK in moderation,” she told Marie Claire. “My ultimate guilty pleasure is dark chocolate.” "Chocolate can be a part of a healthy diet. Like any food, the less processed it is, the better it is. In this case, more cocoa and less added fat and sugar allows us to increase our phytonutrient intake without empty calories. Add a little cocoa to your morning coffee, oatmeal, or smoothie. Enjoy a small piece of 60-70% dark chocolate," says the Mayo Clinic.

Gisele Bündchen is one of the most iconic and gorgeous supermodels of all time. She recently celebrated her birthday, and she still looks incredible. (She turned 42 on July 20th.) In a recent Instagram post, Bündchen posed on the beach at sunset. She captioned the photo, “Thank you for the love and birthday wishes! My heart is filled with gratitude! Sending you all so much love!” Read on to see 5 ways Gisele Bündchen 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 Eats Organic, Local Food

Bündchen tells Marie Claire that she makes sure her family eats healthy. She says that she likes to buy food from local places, and organic food. "At our house, we try to eat organic foods that are in season and locally grown," she says. "We believe that by buying locally, we'll have a better chance at getting foods that are fresh and also support local farmers.”

2. She Eats Plant-Based

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In addition to eating organic food, Bündchen and her family also follow another popular lifestyle. “We eat mostly a plant-based diet,” she revealed to Marie Claire. According to Harvard Health, plant-based and similar diets have a lot of benefits. “Vegetarian diets have also been shown to support health, including a lower risk of developing coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and increased longevity. Plant-based diets offer all the necessary protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals for optimal health, and are often higher in fiber and phytonutrients.”

3. She Goes Outside

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Bündchen loves to spend time outside. She loves to do different outdoor activities. "I love any type of exercise that I can do outdoors; horseback riding, biking, and skiing are some of my favorite ways to stay active and connect with nature," she told Marie Claire. "Not only do these activities help me stay in shape, but they help in giving me clarity and perspective. Being active fuels my body, mind, and soul. It just makes me happy."

4. She Practices Yoga

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Bündchen is open about her love of yoga. She posts several photos of herself doing different poses on Instagram. She wrote about the impact yoga has had on her life in her autobiography. "I can be in a state of meditation while I practice,” she wrote. “Whether it involves music or mantras or breath work or meditation, [yoga is] a powerful beautiful spiritual practice. Yoga gave me back my life."

5. She Does Jiu-Jitsu

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Bündchen is a fan of practicing self-defense. She revealed on Instagram that she is learning jiu-jitsu, and posted videos of herself sparring with a trainer. “I feel stronger, more confident and empowered since I started practicing self-defense,” she wrote. “I feel it’s an important skill for all, but especially for us women.”

Gisele Bündchen, the iconic model, just posted a new photo on Instagram, and shared an inspirational message for her followers. The Brazilian beauty was seen frolicking on the beach in a swimsuit. "How lucky are we that we get to live in this beautiful planet. Happy Earth day! On this special day I would like to share some great films that highlight the importance of connection to nature and restoring our soil.

🌿 Kiss the ground

🌿 The biggest little farm

🌿 Our planet

🌿 2040

Any others that I should add to my list?" (We like Microcosmos.) How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Gisele Bundchen 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 Doesn’t Let Challenges Hold Her Back

In a recent Instagram post, Gisele talks about her mindset when dealing with adversity. She says that she tries not to let challenges hold her back, and uses them to grow as a person. “Whenever we go through adversity, there is always the potential for reflection, transformation, and growth. When I feel down, I’ve learned it’s a sign I need to go inside myself and figure out what I need to work on in that moment. Pain is not the enemy (though it often appears to be)! Pain is a signal that tells us what we should work on and try to change. In this way, challenges can give us an opportunity to awaken, get stronger, and become better, more confident versions of ourselves!”

2. She Does Yoga

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As seen in a recent Instagram post, Gisele is a fan of doing yoga. "Yoga’s incorporation of meditation and breathing can help improve a person’s mental well-being," says the American Osteopathic Association. “Regular yoga practice creates mental clarity and calmness; increases body awareness; relieves chronic stress patterns; relaxes the mind; centers attention; and sharpens concentration,” says Natalie Nevins, DO, a board-certified osteopathic family physician and certified Kundalini Yoga instructor in Hollywood, California.

3. She Eats Healthy

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Gisele writes in her memoir, Lessons, that she tries to eat healthy. However, she also doesn’t refer to her eating as a “diet,” as this can make her anxious. "I don't call my nutritional regimen a diet, but rather healthy eating habits, so I can maintain a high level of vitality and the mental clarity to have a productive and enjoyable life."

4. She Loves To Get Outside

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Gisele tells E! News that she does a lot of different physical activities, and that she loves to get outside and get moving. She says, "I surf, I horseback ride, so I think I just really enjoy moving my body.”

5. She Makes Exercise A Priority

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Gisele not only enjoys exercising and staying active, she makes it a priority, even with her busy lifestyle. She says to E! News, “It makes me feel good, and I make it a priority to do that every day, [when] it's the time of day for myself.