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Laura Woods in Bathing Suit Laughs by the Pool

Here’s how she stays so fit.

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Laura Woods is living her best life poolside in her swimsuit. The television presenter shows off her amazing body in a bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts. In it, she hangs out with a friend laughing while holding drinks. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Laura Woods stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.


1. She Cooks

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Laura makes most of her food. “Making a lot of food from scratch and baking a lot of healthy treats,” is one of her dietary secrets. “I became more health conscious when the children came on the scene and certainly when they started eating the same food as us. I also bake protein bars and yoghurt porridge bread to keep us all going throughout the week,” she told Irish Examiner.

2. She Exercises

Laura maintains that “walking, running and swimming,” are her go-to workouts. Physical activity is anything that gets your body moving. Each week adults need 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity and 2 days of muscle-strengthening activity, according to the current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.

3. She Has Healthy Sleep Habits

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Laura tries to get enough rest. “Our sleep has been very disrupted because of the children — so a full eight or seven hours’ sleep is a bit of luxury these days. Also, if I have a coffee any time after lunchtime I will find it difficult to get to sleep,” she says.

4. She Has a Workout Buddy

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Laura enlists the help of workout buddies, which used to be her former flame Alex Corbisiero. “Once a week we go and train together and it’s amazing,” Woods told Irish Examiner. “He’s so good. If I do something wrong I feel so guilty because he is like, ‘I just want you to be good’, then I’m like, ‘I know but I am so s***.”

5. She Has a Nutritionist

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Laura follows a six-week plan. “We have a nutritionist and a fitness consultant," she said. "And I think it's unrealistic because your body goes through so many changes when you're pregnant and when you give birth, that it's not feasible to lose a huge amount of weight over a short period of time. So for me, it was really just about increasing my strength, my stamina, and kicking bad habits.”

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Laura Escanes is having fun in the sun in her swimsuit. The stunning influencer shows off her incredible figure in a bathing suit in her recent vacation photos. “Sun-kissed,” she captioned one of the many bathing suit snaps shared to her Instagram account as she enjoyed her trip to the Maldives. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Laura Escanes 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 Does Strength and Weight Training

Laura works out at Crys Dyaz training center toning her body through weight and strength training. " I notice it with the desire to play sports. Even in summer and on vacation I have taken time to do some routine (this was UNTHINKABLE years ago). Above all, it is the feeling after training. Being able to say ‘I have done it’. Before, I was looking for a thousand excuses," she revealed in an Instagram post.

2. She Goes to Therapy

Laura prioirtizes her mental health. "I am ordering many things, understanding myself better, learning and naming emotions... It is a long job but one that I had avoided for a long time. I am very happy with the decision I made to start therapy, the truth,” she said in a post.

3. She Snorkles

In a few of her most recent posts, Laura is snorkling and free diving in the ocean. “Deep sea,” she captioned one of them. In another she even swims with sharks. Surprisingly, putting on a snorkel and fins and swimming through the water is a great workout. In addition to being a great aerobic exercise and burning calories, other health benefits may include improved cardiovascular function, stress reduction, mood enhancement, and muscular toning.

4. She Golfs

Laura recently revealed she is “hooked on golf.” Per the British Journal of Sports Medicine golf's health benefits are extensive, including mind, body, and even lifespan. Benefits include improved longevity, decreased risk of developing heart disease or suffering a stroke, good mental health, and improved strength and balance.

5. She Rides Bikes

Laura also enjoys riding bikes, which according to the Cleveland Clinic is a low-impact aerobic exercise great for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis.

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Laura Escanes is having fun in the sun in her swimsuit. The stunning influencer shows off her incredible figure in a bathing suit in her recent vacation photos. “Sun-kissed,” she captioned one of the many bathing suit snaps shared to her Instagram account as she enjoyed her trip to the Maldives. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Laura Escanes 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 Does Strength and Weight Training

Laura works out at Crys Dyaz training center toning her body through weight and strength training. " I notice it with the desire to play sports. Even in summer and on vacation I have taken time to do some routine (this was UNTHINKABLE years ago). Above all, it is the feeling after training. Being able to say ‘I have done it’. Before, I was looking for a thousand excuses," she revealed in an Instagram post.

2. She Goes to Therapy

Laura prioirtizes her mental health. "I am ordering many things, understanding myself better, learning and naming emotions... It is a long job but one that I had avoided for a long time. I am very happy with the decision I made to start therapy, the truth,” she said in a post.

3. She Snorkles

In a few of her most recent posts, Laura is snorkling and free diving in the ocean. “Deep sea,” she captioned one of them. In another she even swims with sharks. Surprisingly, putting on a snorkel and fins and swimming through the water is a great workout. In addition to being a great aerobic exercise and burning calories, other health benefits may include improved cardiovascular function, stress reduction, mood enhancement, and muscular toning.

4. She Golfs

Laura recently revealed she is “hooked on golf.” Per the British Journal of Sports Medicine golf's health benefits are extensive, including mind, body, and even lifespan. Benefits include improved longevity, decreased risk of developing heart disease or suffering a stroke, good mental health, and improved strength and balance.

5. She Rides Bikes

Laura also enjoys riding bikes, which according to the Cleveland Clinic is a low-impact aerobic exercise great for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis.

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Agostina Larocca recently enjoyed a beach day. She shares some stunning new photos on Instagram this week. In them, she posed on the rocks by the water. Larocca’s impressive figure was on display in the photos. She captioned the post, “Zoom In & Out 🤓 A ver si adivinan en qué parte del 🌎 estoy (?).” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Agostina Larocca 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 Went On A Yoga Retreat

Larocca revealed on this Instagram post that she decided to go on a yoga and meditation retreat. She captioned the post, “When was the last time you did something for the first time? 🤔 Haven't done this for a few years.. And I cheered myself up.. I went on a Yoga retreat // an invitation to the heart of @agustinaechegoyen 🧘🏽 ♀️❤️// We slept two nights in a treehouse with 12 girls who also joined @mujeres.conscientes. We meditated, we chatted, we had time to get in touch with nature, with each other and with ourselves. We ate well, laughed, rested and obviously, we did a lot of yoga. It was a very special weekend, with very special people 💫 anim️ ️ 🌳 How nice it is to be encouraged to do new things!!”

2. She Plays Tennis

Larocca loves to play tennis to stay in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and some friends on the court. Larocca captioned it, “Today we had a little cloudy time and took advantage to go play tennis (I had to lower the Russian salad and the calf toné 😂🤣) Topic aside, all my team @babolat.arg -to the court with Rafa's racketeer I entered motivated for a thousand.”

3. She Hikes

Larocca loves to go hiking to stay in shape. In this video of herself taking a vacation in Tandil, she is seen going on hikes. Larocca captioned it, “A tour of Tandil 🌄🌳🏕 With walks through the mountains, delicious cheeses and salamines and a great rest at @gingerandcocohotel 🥰 If you are looking for a getaway from the city and connect with nature, it is the ideal place! Some facts: We did the walks through 'La Cascada' and 'Las Animas' (we brought a picnic because we didn't know if we were going to find places to eat). At night we stay at the hotel, which is a bomb and has so much peace that we ask for food and have lunch there. Have a nice weekend!! And thanks to everyone who gave me information about Tandil. I already have a to-do list for when I get back.”

4. She Swims

Larocca loves to spend time at the beach. She often swims as a way to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself swimming. She captioned the post, “'You don't always need a plan. Sometimes you just need to breathe, trust, let go and… See what happens' ~ Sunday Mood.”

5. She Loves the Sun

Sunshine, the life-giving essence of our world, offers a multitude of benefits that extend far beyond its warm embrace. As the golden rays bathe our skin, they bring forth a cascade of advantages for our physical and mental well-being. First and foremost, sunlight is our primary source of vitamin D, a vital nutrient that plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy bones and boosting our immune system. Just a short exposure to sunlight can trigger the production of this essential vitamin, warding off deficiencies and reducing the risk of diseases like osteoporosis.

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Laura Archbold, the Colombian actress, recently enjoyed a beach day. She shared a new set of photos from the day on her page this week. In them, she posed in a chair wearing a patterned bathing suit. She captioned the post, “Beach bliss.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Laura Archbold 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 Swims

Archbold spends a lot of time by the water, as you could probably tell from her recent post. She shares a lot of beach and pool photos on her Instagram page. One thing Archbold likes to do to stay in shape is go swimming. She shared this photo of herself in an infinity pool. Archbold captioned the post, “Always wet.”

2. She Surfs

Another thing Archbold does to stay in shape is go surfing. She shares a lot of surfing posts on her Instagram. Archbold posted this set of photos of herself riding the waves in Colombia. She also posted these photos of herself with her board, captioning them, “Exact moment I gave up because I couldn't stop 😂 (then I always came back and got it). Kinda weird going to complain about a rat in the sand.”

3. She Bikes

Archbold spends a lot of time outside. One thing she likes to do to stay in shape is go biking. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself going on a bike ride on a road with a lot of trees. Biking has a lot of benefits. Better Health states, “Cycling can help to protect you from serious diseases such as stroke, heart attack, some cancers, depression, diabetes, obesity and arthritis.”

4. She Doesn’t Wear Too Much Makeup

Archbold has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. She shared some of her tips in an interview. Archbold says that she doesn’t wear a lot of makeup, and also always makes sure to take it off. “I always try to be without makeup, I began to gradually stop using products, the mascara, the shadow and so on… I put on makeup for an event or when I work…At night I always remove my make-up with soap and use an eye cream. I apply it with a tube and sometimes I do it with Vaseline, which is my best friend for the skin."

5. She Keeps Her Skin Hydrated

Another thing Archbold does to take care of her skin is making sure it stays hydrated. She shared some of her tips in the same interview. "One of the creams I use right now is Pond's BB Cream. I discovered it and I love that it moisturizes me and covers me with a little color…Every day I apply an astringent, I can't miss it. It refreshes and soothes my skin. I've been doing it since I lived in Mexico and the water affected my skin."

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Too Hot to Handle's Emily Miller in Bathing Suit "Makes Me Smile"

The reality star uploaded a stunning new post to Instagram.

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Too Hot To Handle star Emily Miller lives up to her show’s name. Especially when you take a look at her most recent Instagram post. Miller posed in a black and white swirly swimsuit on a balcony. She captioned the post, “The last pic makes me smile.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Emily Miller 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 Loves Plant Based Burgers

Miller loves to eat plant-based foods on occasion. Specifically, she loves to make plant-based burgers, and has tried them made from jackfruit. Eating plant-based foods has a lot of health benefits. According to the MD Anderson Center at the University of Texas, “Plants have essential nutrients that you cannot get from other foods. The vitamins and minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants in plants help keep your cells healthy and your body in balance so that your immune system can function at its best.”

2. She Swims

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Miller loves to go to the pool and to the beach, specifically to go for a swim. She has posted several photos and videos on Instagram of herself enjoying a dip in the water. Swimming and spending time in the water is a great way to stay active. BetterHealth.gov says, “Swimming is a great workout because you need to move your whole body against the resistance of the water.”

3. She Gets Outside

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Miller spends a lot of time outside, and loves to get fresh air and time in the sunshine. She has posted several photos on Instagram of herself enjoying time outdoors. Spending time outside doesn’t just help our bodies, it can also help relax us and help with our mental health. According to UNC Health Talk, “Walking has been proven effective in reducing anxiety and depression, and there is further evidence that walking in nature improves those results even further. That’s because different parts of our brain activate in nature. Our mind calms, leading to physical changes including a reduction in heart rate and blood pressure.”

4. She Loves Hot Tubs

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In addition to the pool and the ocean, Miller loves to spend time in a hot tub or jacuzzi. She posted this stunning photo on Instagram, captioning it, “On Sundays we hot tub.” Hot tubs aren’t just a great way to relax, they can also help you recover from pain or injuries. According to a study from Myra.org, “​​Soaking in warm water often can help reduce your pain and stiffness and the benefits. There are many reasons soaking in warm water works. It reduces the force of gravity that’s compressing your joint. Water offers 360-degree support for sore limbs, can decrease swelling and inflammation and increase circulation.”

5. She Once Went Cliff Diving

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Miller is up for trying new things, and is up for a good adrenaline rush. She previously has gone cliff diving. Activities like that give your body a natural rush of adrenaline, which can help you get through your day. Also, doing something scary like that can help you conquer other things in your personal life.

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Rebeca Andrade is an Olympic gymnast. She is the most decorated Olympic athlete from Brazil, having won two gold medals, three silvers, and a bronze. Andrade recently shared some highlights of her native Brazil on Instagram. In some of them, she posed in a swimsuit while wading. Andrade captioned the post, “SC-&-RS🏕️🌅❤️ Being free is a paradox. It's committing to the life you want, without running away from the work that it entails. It's building freedom every day, with conscious choices and, mainly, with the acceptance that freedom is not the absence of limits, but the autonomy to know which ones are worth it and which ones are not. Being free is being willing to carry the weight of your own life and still find it funny.”

She Swims

In her Instagram post, Andrade is seen swimming. The Cleveland Clinic says that swimming has a lot of benefits. “Swimming takes much less of a toll on your body than, say, running or riding a bike. That’s because exercising in water lessens the impact of your body weight on your joints.”

She Does Gymnastics

Gymnastics is the main way Andrade stays in shape. British Gymnastics states that the sport has a lot of benefits. “When you take part in gymnastics, or any sport for that matter, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These also help to trigger a positive feeling in the body which can have a positive impact on your happiness and mental wellbeing. This can help to combat feelings of anxiety and depression.”

She Prioritizes Safety

Andrade talked about her training approach in an interview with the Olympics website. She says that she and her coach prioritize her safety, and that she will skip floor sessions if she isn’t able to do it. "I talk a lot with my coach and we trust in each other. We always try to be really safe, and do floor in the correct moments. He believes in me. I'm never going to lie to not do it. So, when I really tell him that I can't do it, it's because I cannot and he always respects that.”

She Sets Goals

In her Olympics website interview, Andrade talked about her commitment and goal setting. Specifically, she talked about her goal to make the Olympic team. “The other [goal], which is the main one, is for us to qualify as a team,” Andrade said. “I think it will be very important for me, for my team, and the focus is on that, whatever happens there, the result is a consequence of our work, of our commitment. But I really want to be there with my team and be happy and healthy.”

She Cooks

Andrade makes sure to eat healthy. She also likes to cook a lot of her own meals. She shared some of her favorite things to make in an interview with NPR. “There was one that was with potatoes and cheese, chicken. There’s cake. There’s cookies. A lot of things.”

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Brandi Glanville has never been one to hold back, whether on reality TV or her unfiltered podcast. Best known for her time on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the US and UK versions of Celebrity Big Brother, and The Traitors, Glanville always speaks her mind. Her podcast, Brandi Glanville Unfiltered, recently stirred up some drama when she called out Real Housewives stars for struggling on The Traitors and suggested the show stop casting them. Many fans saw this as subtle shade toward Phaedra Parks, who excelled in the previous season.

Beyond the headlines, Glanville has shared glimpses into her personal wellness routine, from skincare secrets to unconventional self-care methods. Here’s a look at how she stays feeling and looking her best.

She Uses Eye Patches

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One thing that Glanville does to take care of her skin is use under-eye patches. In this Instagram post, she revealed the brand she used on Celebrity Big Brother. Glanville captioned it, “One of the #1 questions we get from fans since leaving #bigbrother is what brand of under eye patches were we wearing constantly on the show...The answer is @peterthomasrothofficial!! They are amaze! #ThanksMarissa 💋 (Blogging about all the products, will be posting on @bbeautyunfltrd soon).”

She Walks

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Glanville likes to walk her dogs to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and her pup walking in Los Angeles. Glanville captioned the post, “On our way to do some podcasting.” Harvard Health says that walking is very beneficial. “Walking can help protect you during cold and flu season. A study of over 1,000 men and women found that those who walked at least 20 minutes a day, at least 5 days a week, had 43% fewer sick days than those who exercised once a week or less. And if they did get sick, it was for a shorter duration, and their symptoms were milder.”

She Has A Dog

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As you can see from the previous Instagram post, Glanville has pet dogs. And according to Harvard Health, this can be beneficial. “A growing body of solid research shows that owning a dog can: provide companionship, help you be more active, make kids calmer, more secure, and more responsible, improve the lives of older individuals, help you be calmer, more mindful, and more present in your life, make you more social and less isolated, ease stress.”

She Worked With A Breath Coach

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Glanville revealed to Us Weekly that she works with a breath coach to help with her mental health. “I’m still doing cosmetic stuff, but at the same time trying to fix myself. I eat better and breathe and actually exercise. I’m getting there. I just started with this journey, but I can actually do things. My body can do things now that I couldn’t do five years ago.”

She Uses CellSound

Glanville revealed to People that she used the CellSound treatment on her stomach. "I mean, to be honest, I haven't worn a crop top in years, and I literally feel comfortable going out in a crop top, which is so bizarre," she says. "Not that I feel like everyone should do that, but I can go work out with a crop top on and not feel like I have my mommy stomach and I shouldn't sit down. So it's definitely empowered me in that aspect."

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Kat McNamara is a successful actress. She is known for her role in fantasy and superhero projects like Shadowhunters, Girl vs. Monster, and Arrow. McNamara just shared her fitness challenge for the year on Instagram. In a recent video, she is seen doing Pilates exercises on a reformer. McNamara received a lot of praise in the comments. She captioned the post, “Switching it up!💥New year, new workout adventure! Thanks @laurajquinn for once again putting me through my paces! 🤣 We’ve come a long way from ballet to @alo! 🩰”

She Does Pilates

McNamara is seen doing Pilates in her Instagram video. The Cleveland Clinic says that this exercise has a lot of health benefits. “The benefits of Pilates are both therapeutic and preventive. The practice may help you recover from an existing injury or manage a chronic musculoskeletal issue. It may also help you establish a healthy baseline, so that when those injuries or issues arise, you’re able to bounce back faster.”

She Boxes

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McNamara shared some of the things she did to stay in shape for Shadowhunters in an interview with Women’s Health. One thing she did was box. “It builds the shape of muscles I needed to look like a fighter, and it's just plain fun," she says.” Boxing has a lot of health benefits. The Cleveland Clinic says, “Regular physical activity, including boxing, can lower your blood pressure, your cholesterol and your risk of heart disease.”

She Does Leg Workouts

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McNamara tells Women’s Health that she doesn’t skip leg day. "I know most people hate leg day, but I kinda love it. It's what makes me feel strongest." Piedmont says that leg workouts are extremely important. “Having strong glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings and calf muscles gives your body a strong foundation and can: Tone your lower body muscles. Boost your metabolism as you increase muscle mass. Give you a higher calorie burn as you train larger muscle groups. Improve your balance.”

She Does HIIT

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While on Shadowhunters, McNamara did a lot of HIIT. "In order to do the fight scenes, I needed a lot of upper body strength because I would be holding weapons all day," she says to Women’s Health. "High intensity interval training turned out to be the perfect thing for me. I was able to keep up my cardio stamina and build upon that so I could do the fight scenes, which are basically just sprints."

She Consistent

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McNamara tells Women’s Health that she makes sure to stay consistent with her workouts. “There were days when I was tired. There were days when the last thing I wanted to do was pick up a weight...but I just had to physically get myself there—to take a deep breath and remember why I was doing it and why I was there. I think that can go for any kind of physical goal that someone has—half the battle is the mental battle.”