Issa Vegas in Bathing Suit Says "Last One is the Best"
Crossfit star and model Issa Vegas is showing off the results of her extremely dedicated workout regimen via a series of very cheeky Instagram pics. In the sultry snaps, Vegas is wearing a tiny bright patterned bikini as she poses at the beach with her boyfriend. "Last one is the best 🤣," she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Vegas 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!
She Lifts Weights
Vegas' workout philosophy is "no pain, no gain," which is clear from the videos she posts of herself lifting heavy weights. "This one might seem a bit obvious since 'strength' is right in the name, but strength training is the best way to improve your strength and fitness levels," says certified trainer April Schatschneider. "The amount of repetitions, or reps, you do in each set and the amount of weight you use can help determine what type of strength gains you can achieve… Focusing on training with barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance machines, and bodyweight can drive increases in overall muscle mass and size. After age 30, you begin to lose as much as 3% to 5% per decade. Most men will lose about 30% of their muscle mass during their lifetimes. By adding in weight training you can slow that loss. Set yourself up for success for today and the future."
Homemade Cookies
Vegas loves baking delicious cookies made with oats, bananas, chocolate, and honey. "Raw honey is the least processed and probably has the most antioxidants," says Mira Ilic, MS, RDN, LD. "The clearer the honey, the more processed it is. Raw honey seems to be the better choice. It's likely to have some pollen and more enzymes because it's not treated with heat. Pollen may have beneficial properties. But pollen does make honey look foggier."
She Jumps Rope
Vegas incorporates jumping rope into her workouts, which experts say is a great way to get cardio. "You can jump rope at a slow, steady pace if you want to use it as low-impact, steady-state cardio or you can increase the intensity with techniques like high knees or double-unders (when the rope passes under the feet twice per jump) if you want to use it for HIIT-style training," says ISSA-certified personal trainer Mike Matthews. "Plus, if you're pushed for time and looking for an effective full-body workout, jumping rope is an excellent solution."
She Does Push Ups
Vegas is a big fan of doing push ups. "Compound exercises are particularly effective as they maximize your training efficiency," says trainer Kelsey Wells. "While most people think push-ups just target their chest and triceps, when performed with correct technique, push-ups also utilize the core, anterior shoulders, and shoulder-stabilizing muscles."
She Loves To Swim
Vegas is an accomplished and confident swimmer. "Swimming has long been recognized for its cardiovascular benefits. Because swimming involves all of the major muscle groups, the heart has to work hard, which increases blood flow throughout the body," says Seena Mathew, Assistant Professor of Biology, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. "This leads to the creation of new blood vessels, a process called angiogenesis. The greater blood flow can also lead to a large release of endorphins – hormones that act as a natural pain reducer throughout the body. This surge brings about the sense of euphoria that often follows exercise."
