MMA Star Kayla Harrison In Workout Gear Is “In My Hiking Girl” Era

1. She Hikes

Ladd shares a lot of her favorite workouts on Instagram. One thing she likes to do is going for hikes. Ladd shared this set of photos and videos of herself and her dogs hiking in California. She captioned the post, “Just your standard dose of daily hiking pics between my training sessions 🍁⛰️🐺” Ladd also posted this hiking video, captioning it, “An absolutely lovely place to spend the evening 🙂 this particular peak is also historically significant …just below this point at an elevation of 9,400 ft was THE HIGHEST point the wagon trains crossed while immigrants were traveling West, in hopes of a better life .”

2. She Has Dogs

As you can see from the previous blurb’s Instagram links, Ladd has two German Shepherds, whom she features on her Instagram. Ladd does a lot of activities with her pups. She shared this video of herself and her dogs enjoying time on rocks overlooking the water. Ladd captioned the post, “Little bit of chilling out between things today 💙 PRP update : I’m feeling SO GOOD , leg feels strong, and if all goes well at next weeks checkup I’ll be easing into full training again. FINALLY, I’m itching the fight again at this point 😬”

3. She Uses Weights

Ladd does a lot of strength training to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing back leg lifts with a weight. Ladd captioned it, “Just over here doing some light balance work. Watching the @bellatormma fights in San Diego and feeling some MAJOR FOMO 🥲Here’s to end of the year. 🤞” She also shared this video of herself and her brother doing deadlifts with kettlebells. Ladd captioned that post, “Little morning work with the giant baby bro @shealorladd over at @gamefitsac this fine morning.”

4. She Does Squats

Ladd doesn’t skip leg day. She enjoys doing squats to keep herself in shape. Ladd shared this video on Instagram of herself doing squats with a kettlebell. She captioned the post, “Front squatting with two kettle bells like this is SO AWKWARD , it’s only 70 pounds which for a back squat is nothing but doing it this way is actually weirdly hard . I dislike it greatly 😂 but when my PT gives orders I listen ( orders came from @kimeperformancept ).”

5. She Swims

Ladd likes to swim to stay in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and her dogs enjoying a day at the lake. Ladd captioned it, “Kylo was like …you’re done now, no more floating around out in the deep water 😂 this was how I ended my night after physical therapy, some miles, and my assigned rehab exercises today.”

Taliqua Clancy, an accomplished beach volleyball player, made history as the first Indigenous Australian to compete in Olympic volleyball. She won a silver medal at the 2020 Games alongside partner Mariafe Artacho del Solar and is now competing on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour. Recently, she posted a photo of herself spiking the ball on Instagram, captioned, “Back on tour 😃 with @georgia_johnson. 7th Place at Haikou Challenger 🇨🇳.” From her dedication to wellness to her role as a trailblazer, Clancy embodies excellence both on and off the court.

1. She’s Consistent

Clancy shared some of her wellness secrets in an interview with Body + Soul. When it comes to fitness, she makes sure to be consistent. Especially in the offseasons. “It gets a bit harder [to train] once we’re on the road, so that maintenance and rehab we have in the preseason is super important. I think winter is actually the most important time to be active. Not just for your physical goals, but for your mental health.”

2. She Wants To Be A Role Model

Clancy wants to be a role model for her community. She opened up about being an Indigenous athlete to Body + Soul. “Competing in my first Olympics, I really had that understanding of how important it was for my community. Being able to have that representation of our mob doing well is just so important. And if that leads [young Indigenous Australians] into sport, that’s amazing. But if it just helps them excel in whatever they choose to do with their life, that’s also amazing.”

3. She Eats A Balanced Diet

Clancy talked about her diet in her Body + Soul interview. She says that she is a big believer in balance. “If you want to have that winter snack that makes you feel cosy, [go ahead]. But it’s about finding balance. It’s important to have good, healthy proteins, so [reach for] protein powders and protein snacks. [And] I definitely take time to just relax. It’s OK to enjoy a wine with dinner.”

4. She Works Out With Others

Since Clancy plays beach volleyball, she’s used to working out with someone else. She tells Body + Soul that she likes to hit the gym with friends. “I think it’s good to have somebody to help with your accountability. It can help with those tough days. I’ve always been more drawn to team sports because I enjoy working out with somebody else.”

5. She Hikes

Clancy shared this photo on Instagram of herself hiking in Switzerland. According to Piedmont, hiking has a lot of health benefits. “Going up and down hills gets the heart pumping, creating a great cardio workout. Like most cardio exercises, hiking helps reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and even some cancers.”

Emily Hayden is a former IFBB bodybuilder turned fitness coach who continues to inspire her followers with her disciplined approach to health and wellness. Recently, she participated in Games Without Borders, an international competition that brought together athletes from across the globe. Sharing highlights on Instagram, Hayden reflected on her journey, writing, “Competing in Games Without Borders (Russian TV show) was an absolute highlight of this year. I’m beyond honored to have traveled & competed there meeting athletes from all over the world.” From burpees to hiking in Iceland, Hayden embraces every challenge with a relentless pursuit of excellence, showing how the values she honed as a bodybuilder now fuel her success in coaching and other pursuits.

1. She Works Hard

Hayden makes sure to work hard. She talked about this in the caption of her recent post. “Whatever you do, do it with your entire heart 🫀Relentless pursuit. Precise execution. Be undeniable. Being a professional athlete isn’t just an achievement won on a particular day. It is an embodiment of excellence. You do not achieve professional status without first living, breathing, sleeping, eating, training, thinking (etc), like a pro.”

2. She Works Out With Others

Hayden likes to hit the gym with friends. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and a friend training together. Hayden captioned the post, “What do you think would happen if you went ALL IN on you? No more holding back, no more half efforts, no more excuses, and no more making yourself small. NO. MORE. Take up space. Face the challenge head on. Dominate what’s in front of you. Give it everything you’ve got. And when you feel like you have nothing left, remember… that moment is exactly why you’re here. Push through and show yourself that you can overcome any obstacle in front of you. Hit a session with @yesandresyes to prep our minds for what’s to come….We’re ready. 🇺🇸 ✈️ 🇷🇺 🎥”

3. She Does Burpees

Emily Hayden/Instagram

In the previous Instagram video, Hayden is seen doing burpees. A Healthier Michigan states that this exercise has a lot of benefits. “A burpee is an easy exercise and can be done in almost any location because it involves no workout equipment and only requires a small amount of space. Burpees workout your entire body and are great for building strength and burning calories.”

4. She Hikes

Hayden likes to hike to keep herself in shape. In this Instagram post from Iceland, she is seen hiking. Hayden captioned the post, “This time last year I was exploring one of the most magnificent places on earth: ICELAND🇮🇸The perspective you gain from simply exploring this beautiful earth is absolutely priceless. I host retreats all over the world, and hosting this one was by far one of the most impactful experiences for me simply because of the awe & wonder that constantly surrounded us every step of the journey. It was pure magic.”

5. She Does Hamstring Curls

Hayden shared this video on Instagram of herself doing hamstring curls. She captioned it, “I have such a deep love for training - I genuinely enjoy the rep by rep process of executing with excellence, intentionality, and the variability that training offers. If you’re in the San Diego area, I do offer 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 personal training, send me a DM if you’re interested & we can chat. I typically only take 2-3 clients at a time.”

The well-known athlete and professional fighter, Ashley Yoder, shows her fans what it’s like to stay motivated and healthy. “Repost from @angieoverkill. Good vibes are essential in the thick of camp. LFG!!! Can’t wait for these gal pals to get at it! @jessicapenne @corymckenna99 #MeanGirls #Vibing #FightCamp #UFC,” she reposted on Instagram on a picture of her with her friends. She knows the importance of working on herself, and surrounding herself with people who will motivate her. Here’s what else she does to stay in shape.

1. She kayaks

She posted a series of videos of her enjoying kayaking in the springs. “Silver Springs📍🐊,” she said on Instagram while rowing along. Not only is it an incredible arm workout, but it’s a great way to soak up the sun and take in some much needed fresh air.

2. She’s grateful

She takes a moment to be thankful for everything. “I just really am grateful for every single person that has supported me and showed up for me and I want to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart. The energy at the Arena was real and I just want say thank you @lfafighting for giving me this opportunity,” she said on Instagram.

3. She hikes

She enjoys spending time outside, being active and hiking to stay fit. “Just another day in the wild with @jjaldrich @mikegonzales1981 and myself😂😭⛰️flight delay gives us time for adventures outside of the gym🤩❤️,” she said on Instagram. According to the National Park Service, “hiking is proven to have many health benefits, ranging from physical exercise you get when out on the trail, to emotional or mental relief that comes from being in nature.”

4. She does cardio

She puts in the effort for some extreme cardio workouts that keep her looking and feeling incredible. “Cardiokickboxing KILLIN it this AM🔥🥊 @danhendoafc come check us out EARLY Mon-Wed-Fri 6:30 AM #morningworkout #bagclass #temecula #fitness #early #start,” she said on Instagram.

5. She loves fighting

Working out and getting into her pro fighting career has been beneficial to her in so many ways. “Why I love fighting🐒 1) I love learning. 2) I love the process/grind. 3) I love testing myself. 4) I want to be a positive role model…vs when I started Anger Managment 😂💀,” she said on instagram.