Helena Christensen in Bathing Suit Says “Healthy” New Year

Helena Christensen is looking back and looking forward. “This is one of the 7 times I laughed this year,” she captioned a photo of herself in a bathing suit, “so I thought it was a suitable pic to thank you for all the birthday love, really really touched me so much. But seriously, may 2022 (here we go again) be a healthy, safe, hug and laugh-filled year for the world.” Read on to see 5 ways Helena Christensen 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 Finds the Water Healing

"My biggest wellness passion is being in water, the ocean, a lake, river, or pool," she once told Charlotte's Book. "I’ll even lie down on a stream if that’s what’s around. Or jump into a harbor." One time she wrote: “There's a stillness that compares to no other, the sound of a shoreline, when there are no waves, no wind, no one. Just tiny ripples of water silently approaching the sand."

2. This is What She Eats for Breakfast

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“My favorite breakfast is porridge cooked with milk and topped off with banana, brown sugar and a big lump of melting butter in the middle,” she told Net-a-Porter. “Oats contain a type of soluble fiber, called beta glucan, which lowers blood glucose and cholesterol levels, thus reducing risk of heart disease and diabetes. Beta glucan also promotes healthy gut bacteria and intestinal health,” says the Mayo Clinic.

3. This is How She Likes to Work Out

“I do boxing and conditioning three times a week…and yoga twice a week. They keep my body strong, firm and toned. I started enjoying working out when I began to understand the anatomical aspect of it and learned how to recruit muscle groups,” she told Net-a-Porter.

4. Yoga Does a Body Good

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“It’s the American way — better, harder, faster competition and that’s totally the opposite of what yoga is. Yoga is about being in the moment. Not competing, not judging but listening to our body. It’s about developing the practice of doing the best you can each day without hurting yourself. Some days are balanced. Some days, we’re not as flexible. And with that overriding acceptance, we learn from ourselves,” says yoga therapist and yoga program manager, Judi Bar to Cleveland Clinic.

5. This is Her Best Relationship Advice

“It’s more what I have learned myself throughout the years, that there needs to be a level of respect towards the other person that is reciprocated. A relationship should be about compromising and not sacrificing, you should feel like you’re still growing and evolving,” she told the Zoe Report.

Elizabeth Hurley in a bathing suit just said: “All hail swimsuit season ❤️.” Can you blame her? The actress and icon has her own swimsuit line, Elizabeth Hurley Beach. “😍😍😍😍 good afternoon Elizabeth,” commented makeup artist Sandy Linter. “🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥,” commented Westworld star Thandiwe Newton. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Elizabeth Hurley 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 Recently Went to a Health Resort

After an ankle injury, Elizabeth went to the Viva Mayr Medical Health Resort by Lake Wörthersee. “I tore the ligaments in my left ankle whilst filming in the Caribbean in November. Lying on the sofa for two months, followed by a month of limping around in an air boot, meant that I basically became a slug,” she captioned some photos. “I don’t weigh myself but my jeans were objecting violently to being done up so something had to be done…Still not really able to put much pressure on my foot, meaning not much exercise, and a new movie looming, I decided to return to @vivamayrmariawoerth – a wellness spa in Austria. I’m here now and shall report back! ❤️”

2. She Ate Clean Veggies

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“I think I’m glad to be here,” Hurley captioned an image of the food at the Viva Mayr Medical Health Resort, which appeared to be some cleanly steamed broccoli and carrots and a broth. “Besides being a good source of folate, broccoli also contains phytonutrients. Broccoli is also an excellent source of vitamin C — an antioxidant that protects your body's cells from damage. It is also an excellent source of vitamin A and is linked to preserving eye health,” says the Mayo Clinic.

3. She Tries to Eat Local

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Elizabeth prefers local foods when at home. "Using local foods inspires me to prepare healthy, plant-based meals. I also feel good about supporting people in our community who make their living on the land. It's a win-win,” Jennifer Nelson, RDN, LD, tells the Mayo Clinic.

4. She Prefers Housework to the Gym

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Hurley would rather work up a sweat scrubbing a mirror or raking leaves than be stuck in some windowless gym. Chores actually can count as a workout. “Housework can do double duty if you can get your heart rate up. Mowing, shoveling and gardening count too,” says the Mayo Clinic. Or walk. “Stroll around your neighborhood or through the mall. Park at the back of the parking lot. Choose the stairs.”

5. She is in the Fight to End Breast Cancer

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“When my grandmother lost her life to breast cancer in the early 90’s, nobody spoke openly about this disease. Times have changed, but people are still dying. Today, our call to help end breast cancer for all is more urgent than ever as breast cancer is now the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide,” Elizabeth once wrote. “Whether you’re a patient, family or friend, thriver, doctor, or advocate, I hope you’ll join me in helping fund lifesaving breast cancer research…”

Supermodel Helena Christensen is having a beautiful time in Cannes, France. Christensen, 54, shared pictures of her getaway, including snaps of herself posing by the water in a one-piece off-the-shoulder swimsuit. “Azur 💙💚,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Christensen 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. Porridge For Breakfast

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Christensen starts the day with a hearty, fiber-filled breakfast. “I typically wake around 7.30am, feed my dog Kuma and then take him for a walk to my local coffee bar,” she says. “My favorite breakfast is porridge cooked with milk and topped off with banana, brown sugar and a big lump of melting butter in the middle.”

2. Organic Home Cooking

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Christensen loves cooking for her family. “Cooking is calming and I love the scents it creates in my home,” she says. “My signature dishes are tilapia fish stew, rock-shrimp pasta and Moroccan chicken. I’m always conscious of buying fresh and organic farm food, but I also love ordering in.”

3. Lots of Good Sleep

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Christensen understands the importance of quality sleep. "I feel absolutely the best when I have had good sleep,” she says. “That’s my number one priority. I actually think it is the number one priority for most people. It just changes your entire day - when you haven't had enough sleep and also when you have."

4. Boxing Workouts

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Christensen loves the way boxing workouts make her feel. “For me, working out is about instant gratification; I want to see changes if I’m going to put the effort in!” she says. “My thing is boxing - I like to feel strong. Boxing might seem like a male-orientated sport but there are as many women where I go and that is a very authentic, sweaty club.”

5. Total Foodie

Christensen is not one for restrictive diets—she enjoys food too much. “I love food more than anything... more than my family and friends and almost as much as my dog!” she says. “I could eat pasta every night, with tons of parmesan or a few white truffles thrown in (for a hundred dollars more!). I also love Japanese food and I always think I'm eating so clean... before I order a hundred different options!”

Vampire Diaries and The Originals star Claire Holt knows a lot about swimwear. She has her own line! The Claire Holt collection at Andie x Claire makes the most of the Australian’s sunny vibe, and she beamed herself in a swimsuit during a recent trip. “Andy took a picture and it’s not terrible!” she captioned the photo, mentioning husband Andrew Joblon. “I think I manifested an IG husband. 2022 is off to a good start,” she captioned it. How does the mother of two stay so fit? Read on to see 7 ways Claire Holt 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. This is How She Eats

“When at home it’s usually fairly clean. Protein, veg, a grain, and healthy fats. I try to eat organic produce and grass fed animal protein. I also incorporate beans and plant based protein options. We do eat out a few nights a week and I’m not too strict about what is on my plate. I’ll eat bread and dessert. I try to have an 80/20 balance. I spent many years focusing on my body and what I consumed, but since having kids everything has been put into perspective,” she told Body + Soul. “Now I eat well for longevity, but also try to enjoy social experiences without overthinking things.”

2. She Says, Wear Your Sunscreen

“One thing that I wish I did more of—and now it’s so much a part of my routine—is sunscreen. The sun is so strong in Australia and my parents were always hounding me about wearing it, and I was always, ‘Oh no. I don’t need that!’ Of course, you’re 15 years old and you don’t think you’re ever going to age, but it’s something that, when growing up in Australia was so, so important. Now, I really see the effects of it. I will not leave the house—I will not leave my bedroom in the morning—without wearing sunscreen,” she told New Beauty.

3. She Takes These Two Supplements

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“The two supplements I consistently take are a a multivitamin and Omega 3. Sometimes I add vitamin D, vitamin C, and a probiotic. I love listening to Dr Rhonda Patrick (Found My Fitness) and Dr Andrew Huberman (Huberman Lab) discuss supplementation on their podcasts. I obviously check with my own doctor too,” she told Body + Soul.

4. Her Pregnancies Affected Her Body Image

“As someone who’s had two babies in two years, I’ve been through the wringer in terms of body image. I’ve seen my body drastically change twice now. I gained 40 pounds in my first pregnancy, 37 my second. That’s a lot of weight over the course of two years,” she told New Beauty. “As miraculous as it is to see your body change and grow, it’s also a real adjustment once you’ve given birth. You have to learn to love this body that you’re in…you have to learn to embrace it. That’s something that I’ve really been working over the past two years. I never thought I would have the confidence to be able to design and then show the world my body in a swimsuit.”

5. This is Her Morning Routine

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“I usually wake at 5:15am to drink my coffee (in peace!), then exercise. I either run or do some form of strength training before the kids wake at 7. I’ve always been an early riser and I find it’s the only time I’m motivated to work out. Once James and Elle wake, it becomes a little wild, so I really enjoy the ‘me time,’” she told Body + Soul.