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Irina Shayk in Bathing Suit is "Just Few Sunsets Away From 2023…."

Here’s how she stays in shape.

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Irina Shayk is ready for the new year. And her recent Instagram post proves it. She just shared a new photo of herself standing on the beach. She posed in a bathing suit in the sunset, her figure on display. Shayk captioned the photo, “Just few sunsets away from 2023.” How does the model, formally named Irina Valeryevna Shaykhlislamova, she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Irina Shayk 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 Washes Her Face Twice A Day

Shayk has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. She opened up about her secrets in an interview with Vogue. One thing Shayk does is wash her face twice a day. "It's very simple. I wash my face twice a day, with water in the morning and face wash at night.”

2. She Switches Up Her Skincare

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Shayk tells Vogue that she uses a lot of different things to take care of her skin. “I always love to change and try something new, as I believe that if you stick with one moisturizer and one face wash, your skin will become dry or oily. I usually wear moisturizer, but during the summer it can just be a light serum.”

3. She Loves Jiu-Jitsu

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Shayk opened up about her favorite exercises to Women’s Health. She says that she likes to do jiu-jitsu to stay in shape. “Four months ago I started jiu-jitsu with my personal trainer and it’s great. It’s a Japanese self-defence discipline, but because there’s so many possible move combinations, it’s brilliant for constantly challenging my body and pushing it to exhaustion every time. I do it four times a week when I’m at home in New York.”

4. She Works Out On The Road

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Shayk has to do a lot of traveling, but she still manages to work out when she’s on the road. She revealed her secrets to Women’s Health. “If I'm traveling, I try to work out in my hotel room or at work during breaks, focusing on simple barre moves that don’t need any equipment and really work my arms and bum. These lengthening exercises also help to stretch me out and help clear any water retention, which I tend to get after long-haul flights.”

5. She Brings Workout Gear

Shayk always has workout gear with her. She tells Women’s Health that this is her biggest secret to working out on a regular basis. “Grabbing workout time whenever I can means constantly carrying my kit around with me,” she says. “So I’ve totally embraced athleisure. If I can turn up to a shoot in the same chic clothes I can wear to exercise, it saves me so much time and effort!”

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Irina Shayk is ready for the new year. And her recent Instagram post proves it. She just shared a new photo of herself standing on the beach. She posed in a bathing suit in the sunset, her figure on display. Shayk captioned the photo, “Just few sunsets away from 2023.” How does the model, formally named Irina Valeryevna Shaykhlislamova, she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Irina Shayk 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 Washes Her Face Twice A Day

Shayk has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. She opened up about her secrets in an interview with Vogue. One thing Shayk does is wash her face twice a day. "It's very simple. I wash my face twice a day, with water in the morning and face wash at night.”

2. She Switches Up Her Skincare

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Shayk tells Vogue that she uses a lot of different things to take care of her skin. “I always love to change and try something new, as I believe that if you stick with one moisturizer and one face wash, your skin will become dry or oily. I usually wear moisturizer, but during the summer it can just be a light serum.”

3. She Loves Jiu-Jitsu

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Shayk opened up about her favorite exercises to Women’s Health. She says that she likes to do jiu-jitsu to stay in shape. “Four months ago I started jiu-jitsu with my personal trainer and it’s great. It’s a Japanese self-defence discipline, but because there’s so many possible move combinations, it’s brilliant for constantly challenging my body and pushing it to exhaustion every time. I do it four times a week when I’m at home in New York.”

4. She Works Out On The Road

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Shayk has to do a lot of traveling, but she still manages to work out when she’s on the road. She revealed her secrets to Women’s Health. “If I'm traveling, I try to work out in my hotel room or at work during breaks, focusing on simple barre moves that don’t need any equipment and really work my arms and bum. These lengthening exercises also help to stretch me out and help clear any water retention, which I tend to get after long-haul flights.”

5. She Brings Workout Gear

Shayk always has workout gear with her. She tells Women’s Health that this is her biggest secret to working out on a regular basis. “Grabbing workout time whenever I can means constantly carrying my kit around with me,” she says. “So I’ve totally embraced athleisure. If I can turn up to a shoot in the same chic clothes I can wear to exercise, it saves me so much time and effort!”

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Irina Shayk in Bathing Suit Is “MIA” Chic

Here’s how the supermodel stays fit.

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Irina Shayk is heating up Miami! The 36-year-old supermodel showed off her fabulous figure in a Burberry plaid swimsuit top paired with an all-leather look via Instagram on Thursday, while posing in front of a mural in the South Florida city. “She’s MIA …” Shayk captioned the snap, highlighting her washboard abs. How does the mother-of-one keep herself so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Irina Shayk 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 Has a Fast Metabolism

Shayk admits that genetics are partially responsible for her fantastic figure. “I’ve got great genes to thank for my fast metabolism, but I still have to find a balance between food and working out because when I eat, I really eat!” she told Women's Health.

2. She Fights

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"I work out a lot. I do boxing," Shayk told People. “I hate traditional cardio. Running is my worst nightmare, so I’ve had to find something I enjoy that gets me all the calorie-burning benefits of cardio without boring me to death,” she added to Women’s Health, revealing that she does jiu-jitsu with her personal trainer. “It’s a Japanese self-defense discipline, but because there’s so many possible move combinations, it’s brilliant for constantly challenging my body and pushing it to exhaustion every time. I do it four times a week when I’m at home in New York,” she said, adding that “it’s great.”

3. She Does Barre Workouts

Irina also has a workout that she does when traveling. “I try to work out in my hotel room or at work during breaks, focusing on simple barre moves that don’t need any equipment and really work my arms and bum,” she told Women’s Health. “These lengthening exercises also help to stretch me out and help clear any water retention, which I tend to get after long-haul flights. Grabbing workout time whenever I can means constantly carrying my kit around with me, so I’ve totally embraced athleisure – if I can turn up to a shoot in the same chic clothes I can wear to exercise, it saves me so much time and effort!”

4. She Scuba Dives

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Irina also has an outdoor activity she loves—scuba diving. “I love the open water. I may not be able to drive a car, but I’m a trained Open Water Diver and it’s an unforgettable experience every single time,” she told Women’s Health. “Every time I travel, I try to get to the sea and explore that part of the world underwater. They say divers have more life experience than those who don’t because it teaches you to appreciate the world we live in from a completely different perspective.”

5. Her Diet Is All About Balance

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When it comes to her diet, Irina eats what she wants a lot of the time. “Give me a burger and I’ll follow it up with a piece of cake. In fact, two days ago I had a huge burger with cheese, French fries, lots of ketchup and mayo and a large Sprite,” she told Women’s Health. “But in the name of balance, I got up the next morning, did 30 minutes of barre in my room and ate steamed fish and grilled vegetables for dinner. I'm from Russia, so I've been brought up on hearty food like meat and dumplings and potato stews in big warming portions, but if I’m preparing for a shoot or show, I’ll eat particularly clean – salads and soups – to ensure a flat stomach. Then jump on a burger straight after!"

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Irina Shayk is one of the most successful models right now. She was the first Russian model to be on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, and has walked for brands like Givenchy, Marc Jacobs, and Moschino. Shayk is currently a model for Beyonce’s IVY PARK line, and recently appeared in a photo on the brand’s Instagram. In it, she posed in a lime green bikini and matching cover-up. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Irina Shayk 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 Lives A Balanced Life

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Shayk may be a model, but she tells Vogue that she doesn’t put herself on “model diets.” She says that she focuses on living a balanced lifestyle. “I drink a lot of water, but I don't do diets,” she said. “People have this opinion of models that they don't eat - they'd soon stop thinking that if they saw me in a restaurant. I eat ice cream and cake, but it's a question of balance. If I eat something like that, I feel much better afterwards if I spend a few hours in the gym.”

2. She Works Out In Her Hotel Rooms

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Shayk’s job means she has to travel all over the world. Unfortunately, she doesn’t always have time to workout. In order to stay in shape while traveling, Shayk tells Vogue that she has found exercises she can do in her room or at home. “I’m in hotel rooms most of the time, and it can be hard to find a hotel with a nice gym,” she explained. “It was important for me to have a workout I could do in my room.”

3. She Loves Martial Arts

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Shayk revealed some of her exercise secrets to People. She says that she does a lot of martial arts and fighting workouts for cardio. “I work out a lot. I do boxing, I do a little jiu jitsu which I am obsessed with. It is so much fun [and] I have the best trainer.”

4. She Loves Barre Exercises

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Shayk tells Women’s Health that she likes to do barre exercises, particularly whenever she travels. “I try to work out in my hotel room or at work during breaks, focusing on simple barre moves that don’t need any equipment and really work my arms and bum. These lengthening exercises also help to stretch me out and help clear any water retention, which I tend to get after long-haul flights.”

5. She Keeps Her Skin Clean

Shayk has amazing skin, and she does a lot of things to take care of it. She revealed some of her secrets to Women’s Health. “I wash my face twice a day, religiously,” she says. “I like my skin to feel as clean as possible all the time. I don’t even use foundation because it actually makes my face feel dirty."

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Irina Shayk is enjoying the sun, sea, sand (and pigs!) on vacation in a tropical location—and even onetime beau Bradley Cooper makes an appearance. The model posted a series of photos of herself wearing a gorgeous bathing suit on Instagram, with one fan commenting "BAHAMA MAMA 🔥." How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 6 ways Shayk 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 Keeps a Healthy Balance

“I’ve got great genes to thank for my fast metabolism, but I still have to find a balance between food and working out because when I eat, I really eat!” Shayk tells Women’s Health. “Give me a burger and I’ll follow it up with a piece of cake. In fact, two days ago I had a huge burger with cheese, French fries, lots of ketchup and mayo and a large Sprite. But in the name of balance, I got up the next morning, did 30 minutes of barre in my room and ate steamed fish and grilled vegetables for dinner. I'm from Russia, so I've been brought up on hearty food like meat and dumplings and potato stews in big warming portions, but if I’m preparing for a shoot or show, I’ll eat particularly clean – salads and soups – to ensure a flat stomach. Then jump on a burger straight after!”

2. She Doesn’t Wear Makeup

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“I wash my face twice a day, religiously,” Shayk says. “I like my skin to feel as clean as possible all the time – I don’t even use foundation because it actually makes my face feel dirty. To get away with wearing hardly any make-up, I make sure I always moisturize. Some people find a favorite product and stick with it for years but I swap between moisturizers every week so my skin doesn’t get too used to one formula and becomes immune to its benefits. But I always go back to Cetaphil, it’s like $6 from any pharmacy and makes my skin smooth and clear. I grew up poor, so spending lots of money on beauty products you can make at home doesn’t make sense to me.I mix honey, salt and sugar as a body scrub – it’s as good as anything you get in posh shops.”

3. She Loves Russian Food

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“I’m a model, but I love to eat,” Shayk tells PEOPLE. “Sometimes when I’m on set I keep eating and people are like, ‘You really eat that?’ I’m like, ‘Yes, I do.’ When I was growing up in Russia my grandmothers would cook the best pancakes in the world: the best meatballs, the best dumplings. So I really, really love food. And I don’t understand how people don’t eat. I do eat everything.”

4. She Practices Jiu Jitsu

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“Well, I have good genes [so] I thank my family,” Shayk says. “But I work out a lot. I do boxing, I do a little jiu jitsu which I am obsessed with. It is so much fun [and] I have the best trainer. You have to find the best workout for your body. You have to balance between eating and working out.”

5. She Loves To Dive

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“I love the open water,” Shayk says. “I may not be able to drive a car, but I’m a trained Open Water Diver and it’s an unforgettable experience every single time. Every time I travel, I try to get to the sea and explore that part of the world underwater. They say divers have more life experience than those who don’t because it teaches you to appreciate the world we live in from a completely different perspective. When I’m trying to relax in New York, I connect to my heritage. There are three Russian TV channels that I can access from the US and I’m perfectly happy to watch them all day. Or head to the spa. To spend an entire day being pampered – fancy manicures, pedicures, massages, facials – it’s heaven. I’m a true Russian!”

6. She Has A Unique Hotel Workout

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Shayk and personal trainer Justin Gelband put together a workout routine that can be done in any hotel room—no equipment required. “I’m in hotel rooms most of the time, and it can be hard to find a hotel with a nice gym,” Shayk says. “It was important for me to have a workout I could do in my room. If you’re feeling jet lagged, or too lazy to get dressed, you can basically watch TV and do these moves.”

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Irina Baeva, the Russian model, knows that keeping fit is part of the job. And she does her job right. She posts a lot of photos showing off her amazing figure. Baeva shared a new set of swimsuit photos on her Instagram story. In them, she and her friends enjoyed a day on a boat. She captioned the photos, “Celebrating life.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Irina Baeva 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 Hikes

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Baeva likes to spend time outside. One thing she likes to do is go hiking. Prior to her honeymoon, Baeva went on a trip to Greece. She shared these photos of herself walking on a known attraction. She captioned it, “Unique experience to God's land. Ando and we're just getting started!”

2. She Swims

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Baeva likes to go swimming as a way to stay in shape. Usually, she likes to bring her partner, Gabriel Soto, with her. Baeva shared this photo on Instagram of the couple kissing in the ocean. She captioned it, “The 1, my forever valentine.” She also shared this swimming video of the couple, captioning it, “While we’re in the forum recording, we just have to enjoy these images.”

3. She Doesn’t Limit Herself

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Baeva doesn’t believe in limiting herself. Especially when it comes to fitness. She talked about this in this Instagram post. “Life will throw obstacles, but we set the limits,” she writes. “The only limit is your mind.” She also shared this quote, which was, “Your life is as good as your mind.”

4. She Uses A Fitness App

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Baeva might travel a lot, but she always finds ways to work out. One thing she does is use a fitness app. She talked about it in this Instagram video. “Love your body,” she wrote. “Move your body with @alomoves // workouts wherever you are - 15, 20, 30 min a day - make it one of your goals.”

5. She’s A Feminist

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Baeva is a feminist, and isn’t afraid to talk about it. She shared this post on Instagram for International Women’s Day. She captioned it, “Happy International Women's Day! Today and always we demand respect, equality, and never stop fighting for our rights. And let's also celebrate, embrace and congratulate each other for all that has been accomplished. And most importantly, that change always starts within ourselves - we are not alone, let's support each other, so without more, without prejudice, without criticizing, judging, without throwing each other down. Let's hold hands and rise up by lifting others. Because one woman can accomplish many things but TOGETHER we are invincible, and we can accomplish so much more. Thank you to each and every one of the women I've met along the way, for being a source of strength, inspiration and admiration! I celebrate you today and always.”

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Racer Bianca Bustamante Shows Off Her Strength

Racecar driver Bianca Bustamante shares her top lifestyle tips for diet, fitness, and self-care in 2025.

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Bianca Bustamante is revving up her engine in 2025 – in her workout gear. In a new social media post, the racecar driver reveals she is taking “the next major step” in her physical journey as a race driver “and I’ve set the target high!” she says in a new Instagram post, filled with video clips of herself lifting heavy weights at the gym. “Never been more motivated in my life, it’s not physically easy for a girl in this sport, but I’m super excited to take on this new challenge and the next big step on my racing journey,” she added. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Lifting Weights

Bianca spends hours at the gym where she focuses on strength training along with endurance, cardio, reaction time, and reflexes. “You know, to be a driver, it’s a complete package. It takes strength. It takes mental fortitude. It takes reflexes, smart thinking, and survival skills,” she told MEGA Active. “Sometimes it's for the body, sometimes it's for the mind. Nothing more peaceful than early sessions,” she captioned an Instagram post of one of her sessions.

Double Down On Training

Bianca Bustamante at the gym.

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In her recent post, Bianca reveals that she working extra hard at the gym. “I’ve been working hard over the years to build a solid foundation, but in 2025, I’ll be working with @j_w_90 and I’m doubling down on my training. Increasing to two workouts a day not just on lifts but aerobic endurance, as well as a better focus on nutrition and rest, in order to raise the bar to compete in the higher formulas,” she said.

Fueling Your Body With Protein

Bianca makes sure to eat enough protein in order to build more muscle and stay as lean as possible to meet the weight requirement. “It’s been a really cool journey seeing my body develop and transform into this whole different person I never knew I could become,” she said. In her new post she added that she is meal prepping. “I’m soooo all in that im even learning how to cook & meal prep better than ever before,” she writes.

Taking Cold Plunges

As for recovery, cold plunging is part of Bianca’s training regime. Limited research supports the benefits of cold plunges, which may include easing sore muscles, bringing body temperature down, increasing focus, improving sleep, and decreasing inflammation, per the Cleveland Clinic. However, a 2021 study found that cold water immersion therapy promotes post-sport recovery.

Working On Self-Esteem

Positive self-talk is also important. “Of course, I put a lot of pressure on myself, but in the end, I always tell myself that as long as I give my best and I learn from it, any mistake I make is valid,” Bianca explained. “I always try to repeat that to myself that I am valid. I’m here for a reason and there’s nothing I would rather do than be here.”

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Brenda Perlaza Shows Off Incredible Figure Going "Viral"

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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Brenda Perlaza is flaunting her fantastic figure in a tiny bikini. In a new social media post the influencer, who calls herself La Barbie Negra, looks flawless as she poses on the beach in a neon yellow swimsuit. “#viral,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. “Wow Wow,” one of her followers commented, while several others added fire emojis. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Jogging

Brenda enjoys jogging. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say.

Walking Her Dog

She also takes her dog on long walks. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day reduced the risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

Dancing

You can also find Brenda dancing to burn calories. Dancing is an excellent workout for many reasons. It builds strength and promotes flexibility, helps you lose weight, and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop or die from heart disease than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues

Swimming

Brenda spends a lot of time in her swimsuit so it isn’t surprising she loves to swim. According to the CDC, swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity. Just two and a half hours per week of aerobic physical activity, such as swimming, bicycling, or running, can decrease the risk of chronic illnesses. In addition to the many physical benefits, multiple studies support the mental health benefits of swimming.

Hydration

Finally, Brenda hydrates, especially after a long workout or sun exposure. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is essential for various reasons. Water helps eliminate waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature regular, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

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Model and influencer Claudia Romani isn’t just making waves with her glamorous beachside posts—she’s living the healthy lifestyle to match. Recently, Romani shared a video on Instagram, taking a refreshing dip in the pool with the caption, “Kisses from the 305.” But her fitness routine goes beyond just swimming. From her plant-based diet to her dedication to animal welfare, Romani’s habits reflect a balanced approach to wellness that keeps her looking and feeling her best. Here are the five key ways Claudia Romani stays in shape while living life to the fullest.

She Swims

As you can see from her Instagram post, Romani likes to go to the beach. Naturally, she likes to swim to keep herself in shape. Romani shared this video on Instagram of herself taking a dip in a pool. She captioned it, “Kisses from the 305.” According to The Cleveland Clinic, swimming has a lot of health benefits. “Like other forms of cardio, swimming can help you burn calories and lose weight. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a 154-pound person who swims slow freestyle laps for 30 minutes burns 255 calories. But that amount varies depending on your weight, speed and stroke.”

She's Vegan

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Romani is open about following a vegan diet. She shares a lot of posts on her Instagram story highlights of herself enjoying vegan foods. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine states that being vegan has a lot of health benefits. “Overall, nutrition from plant-based diets is typically of higher quality than omnivorous diets, as assessed by the Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI).28 A whole food plant-based (WFPB) diet is one made up of predominantly unprocessed fruits, vegetables, whole grains legumes, nuts and seeds, and excludes animal foods, with certain selective supplementation of vitamins B12. Sometimes D. Intentionally planned, WFPB diets provide sufficient nutrient intakes for all stages of life and can be therapeutic for chronic disease and overall health and healing.29 The plant-based dietary pattern protects against overconsumption of nutrients that lead to obesity and disease,30 particularly animal protein, saturated fat,31 trans-fats, cholesterol simple sugars,32 and sodium.33, 34”

She Loves Salads

Vegan Cobb Salad

Claudia Romani/Instagram

A vegan food that Romani enjoys is salad. She shared this Instagram story of herself enjoying a vegan cobb salad. Bupa states that salad is very beneficial. “Salads can contain several foods which are prebiotics. These are foods which act as fuel for healthy bacteria. It also provides a type of indigestible fibre, which can be beneficial for your gut health. Foods to consider including in your salad can be onions, garlic, kale, carrots, and asparagus.”

She Works Out Consistently

Photo of a Crunch Fitness

Claudia Romani/Instagram

Romani makes sure to work out on a regular basis. She shares a lot of Instagram stories in her highlights of herself at the gym. The Mayo Clinic says that regular exercise is extremely important. “Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help you keep off lost weight. When you take part in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don't worry if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day. Any amount of activity is better than none. To gain the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day. For example, take the

She Supports Animals

Romani has her own charity, Help Miami Cats. She talked about how she started this in the caption of this Instagram post. “❤️ Guys!!!! I have always loved cats and had many growing up. When I moved to Miami Beach I met a great calico named Chacha and learnt that cats were brought to the city by Mayor Lummus … against rodents. Cats rely on volunteers for their food and water and there’s a huge amount of them. There’s a city program to Spay and neuter with the wonderful @sobecats ladies and the feeding is made official by a City Sanctioned badge, yet new cats keep getting dumped daily sadly and there’s a never ending amount of work, emergencies and so on. I was on a feeding rotation but during the pandemic I was left alone caring for so many as people left town or couldn’t afford feeding anymore …I decided to start my own non profit @helpmiamicats . We feed close to 200 and when Batman got paralyzed took him and other special needs cats under my care … @stevensachs69 with the cat room and the amazing people involved devote their lives to these special souls … My life has changed a lot too … way less spare time, way more sweat and tears and lost the person I had by my side who had sadly other priorities … yet gained so much love from these lovely creatures !!! If you can please get involved in any way … follow @helpmiamicats , share, volunteer, adopt … donate … Only together we can make their world a better place !!! And yes … just me feeding the kitties and talking to them … 🤷🏻♀️👀😆❤️🙌”