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Manelyk González in Bathing Suit is Ready for "This Holiday"

Here’s how she stays in shape.

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Manaelyk Gonzalez is a successful model. Her Instagram account is full of gorgeous and revealing photos. She shared a new set of photos from a shoot this week. In them. Gonzalez posed in a green bathing suit. She captioned it, “Do you have your bb cream for this holiday?” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Manelyk González 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

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Gonzalez spends a lot of time at the beach and the pool. One thing she likes to do is swim. Gonzalez posts a lot of photos on Instagram of herself in the water. She shared these highlights of herself in the ocean in Formentera. She captioned it, “Feels like I’ve been in Ibiza for a month! Enough already!” Gonzalez also posted these photos of herself snorkeling in Cozumel.”

2. She Surfs

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Gonzalez doesn’t always swim when she goes to the beach. She also likes to surf as a way to stay in shape. She posted these photos on Instagram of herself surfing at a beach in Acapulco. She captioned the post, “What would you like to be doing this Sunday?? Where and with whom???”

3. She Runs On A Treadmill

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Gonzalez likes to do cardio to stay in shape. One exercise she enjoys doing is running on a treadmill. She shared this video on Instagram of herself on a treadmill at the gym. She captioned it, “Good morning. Tell me what you think of what I say at the end.” Running is a great way to stay in shape. Better Health states, “Running can: help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise. Strengthen muscles. Improve cardiovascular fitness.”

4. She Weight Trains

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Another type of workout Gonzalez likes to do is weight and strength training exercises. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself doing a deadlift at the gym. Gonzalez captioned the post, “Now I'm at the stage where I'm trying a lot to tone and mark my body!!! You can add or skip a few steps but whoever tells you it's not worth because you're operated, this asshole!!!”

5. She Doesn’t Make Excuses

Gonzalez works out on a regular basis. And she makes sure to never make excuses for herself. In the same Instagram post, Gonzalez talked about her approach to fitness. She wrote, “Everything equals effort and sacrifices!!! When you have surgery you strive to collect money for what you want to do (it's nothing cheap) in recovery believe me they pay all their karmas, then comes the sacrifice of keeping you and that is only achieved by changing your way of eating!!!”

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Manaelyk Gonzalez is a successful model. Her Instagram account is full of gorgeous and revealing photos. She shared a new set of photos from a shoot this week. In them. Gonzalez posed in a green bathing suit. She captioned it, “Do you have your bb cream for this holiday?” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Manelyk González 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

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Gonzalez spends a lot of time at the beach and the pool. One thing she likes to do is swim. Gonzalez posts a lot of photos on Instagram of herself in the water. She shared these highlights of herself in the ocean in Formentera. She captioned it, “Feels like I’ve been in Ibiza for a month! Enough already!” Gonzalez also posted these photos of herself snorkeling in Cozumel.”

2. She Surfs

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Gonzalez doesn’t always swim when she goes to the beach. She also likes to surf as a way to stay in shape. She posted these photos on Instagram of herself surfing at a beach in Acapulco. She captioned the post, “What would you like to be doing this Sunday?? Where and with whom???”

3. She Runs On A Treadmill

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Gonzalez likes to do cardio to stay in shape. One exercise she enjoys doing is running on a treadmill. She shared this video on Instagram of herself on a treadmill at the gym. She captioned it, “Good morning. Tell me what you think of what I say at the end.” Running is a great way to stay in shape. Better Health states, “Running can: help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise. Strengthen muscles. Improve cardiovascular fitness.”

4. She Weight Trains

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Another type of workout Gonzalez likes to do is weight and strength training exercises. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself doing a deadlift at the gym. Gonzalez captioned the post, “Now I'm at the stage where I'm trying a lot to tone and mark my body!!! You can add or skip a few steps but whoever tells you it's not worth because you're operated, this asshole!!!”

5. She Doesn’t Make Excuses

Gonzalez works out on a regular basis. And she makes sure to never make excuses for herself. In the same Instagram post, Gonzalez talked about her approach to fitness. She wrote, “Everything equals effort and sacrifices!!! When you have surgery you strive to collect money for what you want to do (it's nothing cheap) in recovery believe me they pay all their karmas, then comes the sacrifice of keeping you and that is only achieved by changing your way of eating!!!”

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Actress Génesis Rodríguez recently enjoyed a trip to Barbados. She’s been sharing some highlights on Instagram. Rodríguez just shared a new reel from the beach. In it, she walked into the water. In the reel, Rodríguez wore a white two-piece swimsuit, showing off her figure. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Génesis Rodríguez 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 Decompresses

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Rodríguez gave an interview to Nightmarish Conjurings to promote her movie Centigrade. She says that she has to decompress after shooting days. “It was very very difficult. It’s not like you can turn it off, turn off the characters. You have to go home and continue the diet. What I would do was watch reality TV shows to try to get out of my head because I was so frightened and so scared of my job that I would just try not to think about anything. So, that’s what I would do. It was hard. You had to have a partner, of someone you’d trust to be able to do that.”

2. She Wants Inclusivity

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Rodríguez wants to increase the amount of diversity in the movie and TV industry. “Well, I have got to say being a Latino woman, a Latinx woman, it’s very difficult for me to even land a lead role in a movie,” she tells Nightmarish Conjurings. “Let alone being considered a Naomi so, this to me was a feat because I was able to be a lead of a movie. But also, I wanted and I feel like I deserved the opportunity. And I hope that changes. I do still feel it’s not there. Hollywood is not there yet. They have to be more inclusive and they have to consider us as being a part of the American population. I should have no problems in getting a Naomi role, but I did. It was a challenge. It is a challenge for me to get there. So, I pray that it changes. That there [are] more opportunities for someone like me and the door is completely open and it is all about just your talent. Not because you are filling a quota.”

3. She Wants To Be Challenged

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Rodríguez opened up about her ideal qualities in a man to Muscle and Fitness. She says that she wants to be challenged in life. “I don’t like it when a guy lets me win. I think that’s stupid and lame. I like a guy who gives me a challenge, because if I’m going to win I’m going to beat you when you’re giving it your all. Especially in video games.”

4. She Loves Green Juice

Rodríguez makes sure to eat healthy. One thing she likes to do is drink green juice. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself enjoying a green smoothie. Rodríguez captioned the post, “Wash your face. Drink your greens. Do some gua sha. Block the haters. Stay hydrated Mami.”

5. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

Rodríguez is all about skincare. She wrote this essay for POPSugar about the importance of skincare. “It's so important to take the time to treat your skin. We always talk about that red carpet glow — how do actresses do it? It's really about loving the skin we are in, but…Are we loving it like we're supposed to? Taking a few minutes to pamper your skin might seem like the last thing you want to add to your already busy to-do list, and it really does take time, but your skin deserves it!”

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Spanish actress Eva González is enjoying the last days of summer at the beach. The 41-year-old posted a silhouette picture of herself standing in the sand in a bathing suit, looking at a beautiful sunset. “Thank you summer. It’s been a pleasure 🧡,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways González 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 Takes Collagen Supplements

González takes collagen supplements as part of her health and wellness routine. “Collagen peptides are a supplement that can help your body replace its lost collagen,” says Beth Czerwony, RD. “They help firm the skin and plump it up to keep you looking a little bit younger. Collagen peptides can help protect your ligaments and tendons. So they’re worth a try for anybody who has arthritic pain or who works out a lot.”

2. She Loves To Take Baths

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González loves to take baths, often with candles and a good book. “Taking baths has great physical and mental health benefits,” says family medicine provider Amy Zack, MD. “One benefit is cleanliness. Bathing cleans your skin, helping you avoid irritation, inflammation and sores caused by dead skin cell accumulation. The bacterial and fungal load from contact in your environment can also accumulate, increasing the risk of infection.”

3. She Likes Eggs

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González enjoys eggs, especially with fries. “Eggs are one of the best dietary sources of choline,” says registered nutritionist Jo Lewin. ‘This little talked about nutrient is needed by everyone of us for the formation of cell membranes and for brain function, including memory. It’s especially important during pregnancy and breastfeeding, when an adequate supply of choline is essential for normal brain development.”

4. She Enjoys Paddle Boarding

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González is a big fan of the ocean, and loves to paddle board. “Our modern day lives have become largely disconnected from nature, with concrete and vehicles physically separating us from the outdoors, and what we value being far removed from what our brains developed to value,” says paddle boarder and Dryrobe brand ambassador, Cal Major. “Stand-up paddle boarding can help counteract that. Gliding along the water, making little noise and traveling slowly allows for a peaceful immersion into the natural world around us.”

5. She Loves To Dance

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González loves to dance and is clearly very good at it. Dance-based workouts are fun and don’t require expensive equipment. “Any type of exercise is beneficial for you,” says exercise physiologist Christopher Travers, MS. “If a new fitness trend fits into your time frame and you like it, we’re going to encourage it. But always start slow and listen to your body. If your body says to slow down, then slow down.”

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Himar González isn’t afraid of showing off her body on social media. She posts a lot of swimsuit photos on her Instagram. González is currently spending time in the Canary Islands, and she made sure to go to the beach. She just posted a new photo this week. In it, she posed in the sun in a bikini. González captioned it, “And I always come back to you.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Himar González 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 Horseback Rides

González does a lot of outdoor activities to stay in shape. One thing she enjoys doing is horseback riding. While on a trip to the beaches in the Canary Islands, González did some horseback riding. She shared this photo of herself riding by the water on Instagram. Gonzalez captioned the photo, “The authentic dwells in the simple.”

2. She Does Yoga

González loves to practice yoga to stay in shape. She shares a lot of photos on Instagram of herself doing different poses. González posted this photo of herself in a headstand on the beach. She captioned it, “Feet in the air, but heart always close. Not to lose you, not to lose me. Back at it. Taking myself back.” She also shared this photo of herself in a tree pose, captioning it, “Let’s fill life with magical moments.”

3. She Swims

González likes to swim as a way of staying in shape. She spends a lot of time at the beach and the pool, and shares a lot of photos from there on Instagram. On her birthday, González posted this underwater photo. She captioned it, “June 1st. Blowing candles underwater.” González also shared these underwater photos, captioning them, “Live for the moment. Wants. Love. Be happy. Enjoy your, people, yourself, a lot. From the little things that make us smile every day, fill our soul, touch our heart. All with passion. Always with passion. For you, for yours. And for those who aren't, always keeping the flame, their legacy alive.”

4. She Skis

Another thing González enjoys doing to stay in shape is skiing. She recently went on a ski trip to Andorra. Gonzalez posted this photo of herself and her friend on the slopes from the trip. She captioned the post, “Great times that are priceless.”

5. She Bikes

González is an avid biker. She likes to do both indoor and outdoor cycling. González also posts a lot of photos on Instagram of herself biking. She shared this photo of herself mounting her bike in her house. She captioned it, “Now I do feel more complete. Got my #rodillo 👏#Deporteencasa #quedateencasa Thank you Alejandro @trientrenos for your telematic help!! 😅😘How are you getting through it? I reinvent myself every day.”

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Puerto Rican star Gabriela Berlingeri is enjoying some much-needed beach time. The jewelry designer and girlfriend of superstar Bad Bunny shared pictures of herself posing in crystal-clear waters in a green bikini and white sun hat. “More pics from the cam,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Berlingeri 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. Lots of Swimming

One glance at Berlingeri’s social media shows how much she loves swimming. “Swimming is one of the few activities that work your whole body,” says the British Heart Foundation. “Breaststroke, backstroke, front crawl, butterfly and even doggy paddle get your legs and arms moving. This in turn works your back and core muscles.”

2. Outdoorsy Type

Berlingeri is no couch potato—she enjoys being outside as much as possible. “I take many of my individual clients and classes outdoors,” says certified fitness instructor ShaNay Norvell. “They often tell me it doesn’t feel like as much of a workout as running on the treadmill, even though they are still getting a great calorie burn.”

3. Snacking on Mango

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Berlingeri loves fresh sliced mango for an on-the-go snack, which is a great source of vitamin C. "Vitamin C is good for immunity," says Maya Vadiveloo, assistant professor in the department of nutrition and food sciences at the University of Rhode Island. "It's an antioxidant so it can help with oxidative stress in the body. The primary benefit, in addition to being a really good source of vitamin C, is that (mangoes) are a decent source of vitamin A, folate and are pretty high in fiber, which is beneficial for colon cancer prevention, heart disease and weight control."

4. She’s a Singer

Singing and performing are creative endeavors very important to Berlingeri. “Singing at the Estadio Azteca was something I never in my life imagined doing, let alone daring,” she says. “I don't know how I did it, but I did it. I'm thankful for the people who motivated me to achieve it because I couldn't do it alone. Thanks to my mother for giving birth to me in Puerto Rico and with my father for raising me on this island that I love so much.”

5. Blue Therapy

Berlingeri loves to be by the ocean as much as she can. Having access to blue space is shown to have mental health benefits. "Increased views of blue space is significantly associated with lower levels of psychological distress," says Amber L. Pearson, PhD, MPH, assistant professor of health geography and a member of MSU's Water Science Network.

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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.”