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Maisie Smith in Bathing Suit Says "I Don't Do Cold"

She works hard for her physique.

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Strictly Come Dancing star Maisie Smith is a very busy woman—not only is she taking part in the hit dancing competition, but she is also juggling her filming schedule on UK soap EastEnders. The 21-year-old actress posted photos of herself wearing a stunning purple bathing suit, posing next to boyfriend Max George as they holiday in Cyprus. “I don’t do cold,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Smith 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 Yoga

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Smith enjoys regular yoga sessions at a local studio. “More than 90% of people who come to yoga do so for physical exercise, improved health, or stress management, but for most people, their primary reason for doing yoga will change,” says Marlynn Wei MD, JD. “One study found that two-thirds of yoga students and 85% of yoga teachers have a change of heart regarding why they practice yoga—most often changing to spirituality or self-actualization, a sense of fulfilling their potential. The practice of yoga offers far more than physical postures and headstands—there is self-reflection, the practice of kindness and compassion, and continued growth and awareness of yourself and others.”

2. She Plays the Piano

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Not only does she dance and act, but Smith can sing and play the piano. “There are few things that stimulate the brain the way music does,” according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. “If you want to keep your brain engaged throughout the aging process, listening to or playing music is a great tool. It provides a total brain workout. Research has shown that listening to music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain as well as improve sleep quality, mood, mental alertness, and memory.”

3. She Has Struggled With Self-Confidence

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Growing up in the public eye has been tough on Smith, who says she struggled to speak at times. “I was on Eastenders for 13 years, which was all I can remember. I sometimes think I’m more comfortable being Tiffany than I am being Maisie,” she says. The good thing about being an actress is that I know how to look confident. In reality I have no idea what I’m doing. I’ve struggled, sort of, speaking. And I’ve had, not a stutter but I just could go blank and words wouldn’t come out and I think the more that happened, the more people would just, sort of, talk over me. I found it pretty hard and I just hated the person I was for a long time. The reason I worked so hard and pushed myself was because the one thing I can’t control is the thing I’m most scared of. I’d love to overcome these feelings of fear. I want to be this strong person that I try to be.”

4. She Trains Really Hard

Smith had to train hard to prepare for her stint on Strictly Come Dancing. “I love training,” she says. “When I found out I was going on the show I realized I needed to be as fit as I could as they knew I could dance so they would really push me. Before Strictly I was going to the gym six or seven days a week. I would spend two hours there. I put pictures of my body on social media. Because I don’t post a lot of them from the gym, people think I am naturally like that, but I have worked so hard. I didn’t want to go into this and not do well because I wasn’t strong enough.”

5. She Embraces Her Physique

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Smith has felt insecure about her body in the past, something she is learning to overcome. “The past few years I’ve been VERY insecure about my legs. I covered them up as much possible,” she says. “No matter how many people told me ‘cellulite is natural.. everyone has it..’ I still hated them. It’s taken me a while but I’m starting to accept these aspects of myself that I’ve always seen as ‘flaws’. I wore gym shorts (out of the house) for the FIRST time a couple of months ago n I was so so proud of myself 💘. I wish I could I say that I LOVE my body but I’m still working on that 😅.”

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Strictly Come Dancing star Maisie Smith is a very busy woman—not only is she taking part in the hit dancing competition, but she is also juggling her filming schedule on UK soap EastEnders. The 21-year-old actress posted photos of herself wearing a stunning purple bathing suit, posing next to boyfriend Max George as they holiday in Cyprus. “I don’t do cold,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Smith 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 Yoga

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Smith enjoys regular yoga sessions at a local studio. “More than 90% of people who come to yoga do so for physical exercise, improved health, or stress management, but for most people, their primary reason for doing yoga will change,” says Marlynn Wei MD, JD. “One study found that two-thirds of yoga students and 85% of yoga teachers have a change of heart regarding why they practice yoga—most often changing to spirituality or self-actualization, a sense of fulfilling their potential. The practice of yoga offers far more than physical postures and headstands—there is self-reflection, the practice of kindness and compassion, and continued growth and awareness of yourself and others.”

2. She Plays the Piano

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Not only does she dance and act, but Smith can sing and play the piano. “There are few things that stimulate the brain the way music does,” according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. “If you want to keep your brain engaged throughout the aging process, listening to or playing music is a great tool. It provides a total brain workout. Research has shown that listening to music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain as well as improve sleep quality, mood, mental alertness, and memory.”

3. She Has Struggled With Self-Confidence

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Growing up in the public eye has been tough on Smith, who says she struggled to speak at times. “I was on Eastenders for 13 years, which was all I can remember. I sometimes think I’m more comfortable being Tiffany than I am being Maisie,” she says. The good thing about being an actress is that I know how to look confident. In reality I have no idea what I’m doing. I’ve struggled, sort of, speaking. And I’ve had, not a stutter but I just could go blank and words wouldn’t come out and I think the more that happened, the more people would just, sort of, talk over me. I found it pretty hard and I just hated the person I was for a long time. The reason I worked so hard and pushed myself was because the one thing I can’t control is the thing I’m most scared of. I’d love to overcome these feelings of fear. I want to be this strong person that I try to be.”

4. She Trains Really Hard

Smith had to train hard to prepare for her stint on Strictly Come Dancing. “I love training,” she says. “When I found out I was going on the show I realized I needed to be as fit as I could as they knew I could dance so they would really push me. Before Strictly I was going to the gym six or seven days a week. I would spend two hours there. I put pictures of my body on social media. Because I don’t post a lot of them from the gym, people think I am naturally like that, but I have worked so hard. I didn’t want to go into this and not do well because I wasn’t strong enough.”

5. She Embraces Her Physique

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Smith has felt insecure about her body in the past, something she is learning to overcome. “The past few years I’ve been VERY insecure about my legs. I covered them up as much possible,” she says. “No matter how many people told me ‘cellulite is natural.. everyone has it..’ I still hated them. It’s taken me a while but I’m starting to accept these aspects of myself that I’ve always seen as ‘flaws’. I wore gym shorts (out of the house) for the FIRST time a couple of months ago n I was so so proud of myself 💘. I wish I could I say that I LOVE my body but I’m still working on that 😅.”

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Maisie Smith, the EastEnders and Strictly star, is used to the spotlight. Her Instagram is full of stunning photos. She just shared a throwback swimsuit photo on her Instagram story. In it, Smith posed on a boat in a black and white stripe one piece. She captioned the photo, “Tb to the best holiday ever.” Read on to see 5 ways Maisie Smith 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 Works With A Trainer

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Smith opened up about her wellness to The Sun in 2017. She says that she works with a personal trainer to keep herself in shape. "Last year, I met Cecilia Harris (celebrity PT) on holiday in Spain,” she says. “We got chatting about ways I could get stronger and fitter.

2. She Encourages Others

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Smith has a lot of fans, and she wants to help them get in shape. She likes to post her workouts on Instagram to encourage them. Smith tells The Sun, “It all started with a couple of training sessions that I posted on Instagram which got hundreds of comments. It was then I realized that so many teens struggle with not only how to keep fit, but also the confidence to join in group classes sometimes!"

3. She Loves Yoga

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Smith is a big fan of yoga. She tells The Sun that it is one of her favorite ways to stay in shape. "I have always loved keeping active, especially with yoga.” Yoga is a great way to improve your flexibility and reduce stress.

4. She Weight Trains

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One thing Smith likes to do to stay in shape is lift weights. She posted this gym photo on Instagram. In it, Smith is seen doing curls with dumbbells. She captioned the post, “I’m not tensing u are.”

5. She’s More Confident

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Smith tells The Daily Star that she is a lot more confident in her life. She says that going on Strictly Come Dancing helped her do this. "Being on Strictly has really boosted my confidence. I've worked really hard the past seven weeks and I've got fitter.”

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Amanda Holden, star of Britain’s Got Talent, is looking fantastic in a red swimsuit, holding a cocktail. It wasn't an ad for "@aperolspritzuk although it probably should be 😂🧡 #fbf take me back to sunny #LA to a gorgeous stay @fourseasons thanks to @trendingtravel.co.uk,” the 51-year-old captioned it. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Amanda Holden 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 Likes Cold Water Therapy

Amanda takes cold plunges. Consider a cold shower, too. “Taking cold showers may help you dodge catching the latest… well, cold. Researchers have found that taking icy showers may heighten your immune system and make you more resistant to illness,” says the Cleveland Clinic. “A clinical trial in the Netherlands found that cold showers led to a 29% reduction in people calling off sick from work. Another study even connected cold showers to improved cancer survival.”

2. She Does Not Diet

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"You have to enjoy life," she told Mail Online once. "I eat everything. Drink everything. I had a friend once who didn’t make it to her 50s and her biggest regret was she spent her life on a diet. I don't diet."

3. She Runs

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"I like to keep active," she has said. "But I can't stand gyms. I like to run for an hour a week, as I feel great afterwards. It's also time to myself, which is worth its weight in gold." “When it comes to the idea that running is good for the heart, six miles a week may be the magic goal number. In a review study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, experts found running about six miles a week — or 52 minutes — may add from three to six years to your life,” says the Mayo Clinic. “The great news is that you don’t have to run a marathon to benefit from exercise. Just getting out there and moving more helps. Exercise benefits many things including your cardiovascular system, and it cuts the risk of some cancers,” Dr. Edward Laskowski, Sports Medicine Physician within the Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine Center, says.

4. She Worked Up a Sweat During Lockdown

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"As a family we've not let this lockdown stop us from exercising," she said on Instagram. "It's actually become an essential hour of our daily lives. Whether it's a home workout, a bike ride, a run or even a walk around the park – working up a sweat is good for your mind, body and soul."

5. She Drinks Coconut Water

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“I drink loads of water – a lot of coconut water – but I think my skin is genetic because my nan looks amazing at 97,” she once said. “For an active person who engages in high heart rate activity daily, coconut water can be a great way to replace fluid and electrolytes lost through sweat and carbohydrates that were burned as an energy source. When compared to a traditional sports drink, coconut water is made with far fewer processed ingredients while providing much of the same benefit, which is a plus. However, any calorie-containing electrolyte drink—natural or not—is most beneficial during and after exercise and should not be a main fluid source elsewhere throughout the day,” says our sister site Eat This, Not That!.

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Actress Maisie Smith, best known for her long-running role on the British TV show, Eastenders, just stunned in a new bikini photo on Instagram. The former Strictly Come Dancing finalist posed in a multicolored swimsuit top, and she’s not letting the cold weather stop her, writing, “Still dressing like it’s summer coz ur girl hates the cold.” Read on to see 5 ways Maisie Smith 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 Actually Enjoys Going To The Gym

While working out and hitting the gym might seem like a chore for some, Smith admits she actually likes it. “I’ll be honest, I love going to the gym,” she told New! Magazine. “It’s my happy place where I can work on myself.” Smith also admits that the lockdown did stunt her fitness. “In lockdown it was closed and I didn't do one home workout. I just couldn't be bothered."

2. She Has Her Own Fitness Program

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Smith started her own fitness program in 2017, called Results 4 Teens, which served to help teenagers and young people learn about exercise, health, and nutrition. "It all started with a couple of training sessions that I posted on Instagram which got hundreds of comments," she told The Sun in 2017. "It was then I realised that so many teens struggle with not only how to keep fit but also the confidence to join in group classes sometimes!"

3. She Loves Yoga

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Smith told The Sun in 2017 that one of her favorite ways to workout is doing yoga. “I have always loved keeping active, especially with yoga,” she says.

4. She Works With A Personal Trainer

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Smith, like many, works with a personal trainer, and she says that her trainer has educated her on ways to stay healthy. “Last year I met Cecilia Harris (celebrity PT) on holiday in Spain and we got chatting about ways I could get stronger and fitter,” she told The Sun in 2017. Smith says that working with Harris was one of the reasons she decided to start her fitness program.

5. She Lifts Weights

According to this photo on Instagram, Smith is a fan of strength training and using weights. In the photo, Smith is seen doing curls with 10 pound hand weights. She captioned the photo, “I’m not tensing, you are.” "Your body fat percentage will increase over time if you don't do anything to replace the lean muscle you lose over time. Strength training can help you preserve and enhance your muscle mass at any age," says the Mayo Clinic.

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Catherine Harding is taking the cold plunge in her swimsuit. The singer shows off her incredible figure in a bathing suit (and tolerance for ice-cold water) in one of her latest social media posts. “Breathe and try and relax,” she says in one of the Instagram Stories shared devoted to her cold therapy treatment. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Catherine Harding 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 Real About Her Body

Catherine doesn’t believe in pretending that her body is perfect. “I woke up today and thought I want to be a bit more real on here.. so I took these photos,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “I train almost everyday and am careful of what I eat, I’m aware this isn’t very bad or “poor me” etc but I’m just showing i have loose skin after 2 kids that is wrinkly and crepey and yes sometimes it bothers me because it isn’t the Instagram version of “perfection” I am always seeing. I am my biggest critic and can be super harsh on myself always thinking of trying to be perfect, I’ve struggled with a weight complex my whole life but As I’m getting older I’m becoming more aware that if I as a fully grown adult woman can be so impacted by the Instagram version of perfection how will our young daughters be ? What pressure will they feel? I think it’s important to not let the idea of perfection be confused with being the best version of yourself. I’ve personally struggled with this a lot but am learning to accept myself more. I grew two beautiful children inside that stomach and yes it’s crepey and wrinkled when I squash it together 😂 but so what? It’s real life ✌️ Just thinking let’s try embrace our flaws more and accept ourselves fully.”

2. She Does Pilates

Catherine’s favorite workout is pilates. “Keep moving, keep stretching 🙆‍♀️ Back in my happy place,” she captioned an Instagram post of herself on her reformer. In another post she thanks her pilates instructor, Holly Bramley for helping her “stay toned, flexible and strong,” she writes. “Your classes are so challenging I love it!”

3. She Does Yoga

Catherine also does yoga. There is a laundry list of reasons to do yoga, explains Harvard Health. “Researchers found that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years, gained less weight during middle adulthood,” they said. “People who were overweight actually lost weight. Overall, those who practiced yoga had lower body mass indexes (BMIs) compared with those who did not practice yoga. Researchers attributed this to mindfulness. Mindful eating can lead to a more positive relationship with food and eating.”

4. She Soaks in Hot Water

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Catherine enjoys soaking in hot water, in a jacuzzi or bathtub. How can baths do your body and mind good? They have been linked to better sleep and even found helpful to minimize anxiety and depression. One recent study even found that they may even boast cardiovascular benefits.

5. She Does Cold Plunges

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In her latest post, Catherine reveals that she “is on a real health kick at the moment trying new things and just posting this to be accountable.” In the photo she sits in a freezing cold bathtub for four minutes. “It feels good,” she gushes after getting out. “Such a weird sensation that comes all over your entire body."

Beauty

Emily Elizabeth Stuns in Paradise.

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

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Emily Elizabeth is heating up Hawaii – in her swimsuit. In a new social media post the model and influencer shows off her amazing figure in a two-piece while on the beaches of the tropical paradise. “Hawaii >> 🌺🌈,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. “Simply Beautiful ❤️🏖❤,” commented one of her followers. “🔥😍perfect,” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Hydration

Emily prioritizes hydration. Not only does she drink water, but also electrolyte enhanced fruit. “Fresh coconut,” she captioned a photo from Bora Bora. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

Coffee

Emily enjoys the perks of caffeine. Here she is drinking a cup of coffee. According to the Cleveland Clinic, there are several benefits of drinking coffee in moderation. “It acts on your brain to improve memory, mood, reaction times, and mental function,” they say, citing a study finding that caffeine can improve endurance and performance during exercise. It is also antioxidant-rich, can ward off diabetes, prevent neurologic disease, lower cancer risk, and ward off depression, they point out.

Snowboarding

While you can usually find Emily in the tropics, sometimes she heads over to the mountains for winter sports. In one of her photos she goes snowboarding. According to the University of Rochester, snowboarding, like skiing, is a great cardiovascular workout. “Because they are also weight-bearing exercises, they strengthen your bones as they tone your muscles,” they say. “Cardiovascular or aerobic exercises also work to reduce your risk for chronic diseases, and lower blood pressure. They also help you maintain a healthy body weight. Through regular aerobic exercise like skiing and snowboarding, you lower your risk of developing conditions like diabetes and heart disease, having a stroke, and perhaps even getting cancer.”

Snorkeling

While on vacation Emily throws on a mask and fin and goes snorkeling. 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.

Walking

She also takes her dog for walks. Here she is strolling in Central Park with her pooch. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, 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 led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

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CrossFit Athlete Emma McQuaid is "Excited"

Learn how CrossFit athlete Emma McQuaid preps for competition.

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Emma McQuaid is prepping for her CrossFit competition – in her two-piece workout gear. In a new social media post the athlete flaunts her amazing figure in a two-piece exercise set while training. “8 weeks to my first Hyrox Sim 🏃♀️Looking forward to upping my run volume over the next 2 months to see how I can fair out before entering my first proper race later in the year. It’s no secret I don’t really enjoy running, I never have but I’m excited to see if I can turn that around this year,” she captioned the Instagram photos. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

She Is Consistent

If you want to improve your Olympics lifts, Emma suggests maintaining consistency. “Be consistent in your training, it’s vital you continually train all the lifts, not just the ones you like. I used to hate the full snatch and always power snatched everything. Recently though its become the opposite, I love full snatch and need to focus again on my power snatch. Always attack your weaknesses,” she told Boxrox.

Focus on Mobility

When it comes to improving gymnastic skills, Emma says to focus on mobility. “Sometimes is not just learning the skill, it’s having the mobility to be able to do it. I have struggled with handstand walks for over a year now and have practised more than people realise, but recently found out it’s my thoracic and shoulder mobility holding me back. So I have worked on my mobility and I’ve already seen improvements in my handstand walks. I’d also say people need to work the basics more, develop a strong foundation to build the high level movements on,” Emma told Boxrox.

Hydration

Drinking enough water and getting rest is an important component of health. “Eat healthy, drink plenty of water and sleep well is a good recipe for success,” she told Coach Web. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

Meal Prep

While Emma doesn’t meal prep, she has her food prepared for her. “All my food is supplied from a local company called Fuel Farm. I usually eat 4-5 times a day. Just depends what my training volume is like that day, I also live on Battle Oats bars between sessions, a great snack that keeps me going and doesn’t fill me up,” she says.

Balanced Diet

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Emma maintains a balanced diet. “I personally think a lot of athletes in CrossFit under eat. Avoiding carbs or limiting them isn’t a good idea when you train at high intensity. I eat some junk everyday because I find it helps my performance, a 6 pack isn’t going to help me win so it doesn’t bother me, fuelling my body and maintaining the intensity in training is what will help me win. I’ve focused on timing my intake of sugar and it’s only made me better,” she told Boxrox.

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Krissy Cela is a fitness trainer on the Evolve You app and influencer. Recently, she has been documenting her process of losing pregnancy weight on Instagram. In a recent post, Cela revealed that she had been consistently weight training. She captioned it, “8 weeks of lifting, not depriving, recovering and sticking to an actual PLAN! Not doing random workouts. All my programs are on the @evolveyou app. I'm currently on the strong program and absolutely loving it! But there are home workouts too. Use code KRISSY for money off! (own brand).”

She Strength Trains

Cela strength trains to keep herself in shape. ACE Fitness says that this has a lot of benefits. “Strength training with heavy weights improves muscle definition. Muscle definition occurs as the result of muscles remaining in a state of semi-contraction and heavy strength training recruits the larger type II muscle fibers responsible for a muscle’s appearance.”

She’s Consistent

Cela revealed in the caption of her Instagram post that she made sure to be consistent with her wellness. “So yeah… just keep lifting some heavy iron, don’t really listen to people who tell you not to unless you have an injury of some sort. Eat your fats, carbs and protein and get your steps in. Keep it simple and remember a cute gym set will make you lift heavier 😂Proud of myself because it really wasn’t easy showing up daily ngl.”

She Accepts Herself

Cela talked about her journey to accept herself in the caption of this Instagram post. “When I was growing up, all I ever wanted was to be pretty. I hated the way I looked and felt out of place, especially as the only girl in school with upper lip hair and a foreign background. I resented that my Albanian parents imposed cultural norms that limited what I could wear and how I could express myself. Now, in my 30s, I’ve learned to embrace my roots while also appreciating the many unique qualities I bring to the table that go beyond mere appearances. I didn’t realize how much being creative, strong, and loving would mean to me. I didn’t understand the true value of these qualities until now.”

She Works Her Lower Body

Cela shared some of her favorite lower body workouts in this Instagram post. She captioned it, “This mammaaa is putting in the work! Loving it so much moving my body and building my strength all over again 💅🏽All workout programs are from the @evolveyou app so if you’re stuck on where to start I really think you should just come and join the party and see what the fuss is all about. (Own brand). Workout: 1. KB RDL: 4 sets till failure 2. BB Reverse lunges: 4 sets 8 reps each leg 3. Hip work: need it my hips are tight: 4 sets each leg 8 reps (great to warm up also) 4. Static lunge: 4 sets 12 reps each leg 5. Also did hip thrust forgot to record 4 sets till failure.”

She Walks

Another thing that Cela does to keep herself in shape is go for walks. She shares a lot of posts on Instagram of herself doing so. Cela shared this set of photos of herself hiking with her dog and partner. She captioned the post, “Postpartum walks! Taking it easy and feeling good! Ad/ Supported by @promix electrolytes in watermelon flavour 💅🏽Set from @oneractive launching 12th December.”