Gisele Bündchen in Bathing Suit is "Recharging"

Gisele Bündchen is getting her energy back in Brazil, in her swimsuit! The Brazilian supermodel is back in her home country with her children for the holidays, spending time in her bathing suit at the beach. “Recharging with my little ones in the country of my ❤️!” she captioned one of her most recent Instagram posts. 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. She Is “Constantly Moving Her Body”

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Gisele maintains a very active lifestyle. “Gisele is more of an athlete than a model,” Nonna Gleyzer, a Pilates instructor in Beverly Hills, Ca, who has been training her for several years, reveals to Everyday Health. “She is the most physically active person I know and is constantly moving her body.”

2. She Drinks Hot Water with Lemon

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Gisele starts every day with hot water and lemon, a “detoxifying” beverage that is great for the immune system, as it is packed with vitamin C, says Gleyzwer. Should you drink water before eating your first meal? According to one small randomized controlled trial published in the journal Obesity, it may promote weight loss. Researchers found that individuals who drank water before eating low-calorie meals lost 44 percent more weight over a 12-week period than those who followed the low-calorie diet alone.

3. She Hydrates

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Gisele also prioritizes hydration. In addition to drinking water, she “loves coconut water,” says Gleyzer. “She drinks it from real coconuts.” 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.

4. She Eats a Mostly Plant-Based Diet

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Gisele told Marie Claire that her diet is a healthier version of the traditional 80/20 diet. She eats mostly organically grown fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes 80 percent of the time and grass-fed, organic, antibiotic- and hormone-free lean meats and wild-caught fish or seafood the remainder. "At our house, we try to eat organic foods that are in season and locally grown," she added. "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. She Meditates

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Gisele also takes care of her mental health. “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.”

6. She Does Yoga

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Gisele also does yoga for her body and mind. “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.

7. She Likes Exercising Outdoors

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"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," Gisele 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."

8. She Cheats

Gisele cheats on occasion. “I’m not super strict and believe everything is OK in moderation,” she told Marie Claire. “My ultimate guilty pleasure is dark chocolate.” Dark chocolate is a rich source of antioxidants, which are compounds that help protect your body from damage caused by free radicals. Some studies have suggested that consuming dark chocolate may have a number of health benefits, including:

1. Improved cardiovascular health: Dark chocolate is rich in flavonoids, which are plant-based compounds that have been shown to have a positive effect on heart health. Some studies have found that consuming dark chocolate may help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels, which can reduce the risk of heart disease.
2. Better brain function: The flavonoids in dark chocolate may also improve brain function, including increasing blood flow to the brain and improving cognitive function.
3. Increased insulin sensitivity: Some research has suggested that consuming dark chocolate may improve insulin sensitivity, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.