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Nia Sharma in Bathing Suit "Enjoys Those Waves"

Here's how she stays fit.

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Nia Sharma, the Indian TV actress and model (Jamai 2.0, Bigg Boss), enjoyed a beach day recently, with some conditions. She posted a series of striking photos on Instagram of herself posing in a black bathing suit and sunglasses, with her red hair flowing, and the clear water in the background. She captioned the photo, “Enjoy those waves so muchhh … as long as I’m out of it.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Nia Sharma 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 Uses A Yoga Ball

Sharma likes to share her favorite exercises and workouts with her followers on Instagram. She often posts videos of herself working out, even the ones that aren’t always successful. Sharma revealed on Instagram that she likes to use a yoga ball as a way to help her stay active. She posted this reel of herself doing plank-ups with her feet perched on a yoga ball. While her feet slip off the ball, she still keeps going. Sharma captioned the reel, “I don’t mind enjoying failures too.”

2. She Likes To Pole Dance

When people think of pole dancing, their first thought might be something a little bit PG-13 rated. However, pole dancing is a great way to workout, as it takes a lot of muscle to be able to maneuver yourself on the pole. There are even fitness classes for pole dancing. Sharma is also a fan of pole dancing, and posted this reel on Instagram of herself doing some moves. “I miss the pole .. those bruised knees and thighs…..the excruciating body ache ! Still ready for all of it again.” She also posted this series of videos of herself doing some moves.

3. She Loves To Dance

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Sharma is an avid dancer, and loves to bust a move as a way to stay active. She has posted several videos on Instagram of herself dancing. Dancing is a great way to stay active and develop muscles in your body. NYU dance physical therapist, Emily Sandow, tells CNN, “Although it looks like a highly specialized form, we still work on the fundamental principles of movement that every individual need to acquire to be able to go from a baby crawling on the floor to kneeling, walking, running, jumping, kicking.”

4. She Does Lateral Pull-Downs

Sharma is a fan of strength training as a way to stay in shape. She has one exercise in particular that she’s a fan of. Sharma posted this reel on Instagram of herself doing lateral pulldowns in the gym. She captioned the reel, “Wasn’t the one to ever enter a gym but once you do, it kind of sucks you in.” Lateral exercises are extremely beneficial for your body. Personal trainer, Francine Delgado-Lugo, tells SELF, “Lateral movement can help support balance and rotation as well as help you resist impact forces.” These exercises can help prevent injuries.

5. She Plays Basketball

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While Sharma might not be a professional basketball player, she is a fan of heading out to the court to shoot some hoops. Sharma posted this reel on Instagram of herself playing basketball. In it, she attempts to make some baskets and dribbles the ball. Sharma captioned the reel, “#swishswish.” "Basketball-specific movements cause resting heart rates to rise to levels needed to improve cardiorespiratory fitness; higher values are strongly associated with reduced risk of mortality from cardiometabolic diseases," says a letter in the Mayo Clinic. "Also, repeated jumps during basketball appear to increase bone mineral density, perhaps advancing recreational basketball as a preferable exercise intervention for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis."

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Indian actress Kate Sharma is enjoying a magical trip to the island of Koh Samui, Thailand. Sharma shared a reel of herself swimming in a beautiful pool, wearing a bright pink swimsuit and sarong, with palms and blue skies in the background. “Poolside paradise 😍,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Sharma 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. Fresh Lime Soda

Sharma’s go-to drink is fresh lime soda. “Limes are packed with antioxidants and phytonutrients," says Carly Sedlacek RDN, LD. “Limes are low in calories, high in micronutrients and punch above their weight with regard to both water and fiber content. They’re really good for us, but most of us aren’t going to make a snack of them. The juice — without added sugar — is the best we can do.”

2. Running Outside

Sharma loves running outside, especially at the beach. “There’s good evidence that spending time outside can reduce stress, depression levels, and anxiety,” says Josh Lawler, a UW environmental & forest sciences professor. “We suspect that one of the routes for the physical benefits is through [the] decreased stress and anxiety.”

3. She Chooses Happiness

Sharma says she chooses happiness in her personal life. “I don't date much but I have had rough patches in relationships. Ups and down are part of life and moving on is an art of life,” she says. “Break ups were there but that all made me so strong and I am a girl who looks at the broader aspect in life. So pain was there but feeling the pain and being sad is a choice.

So I chose happiness. It took time to heal but today I learned happiness is the most important thing in this world.”

4. Bathing Beauty

Sharma loves to take baths. “Taking a bath has great physical and mental health benefits,” says family medicine provider Amy Zack, MD. “Soaking in a tub is something many people have access to but don’t take advantage of enough. But it can be beneficial for a lot of people.”

5. She Is an Artist

When it comes to her career, Sharma loves the benefits creativity brings to her life. “Artist is an artist, no matter where he/she performs," she says. "It’s always a pack of feelings and entertainment which we have to give to the audience. Films and music videos both tell a story. The only difference is that films are on a larger scale in every form, while music videos take less time but require the same level of consistency and hard work as an artist."

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Nia Sharma is setting sail in her swimsuit. The Indian actress shows off her incredible figure in a white bathing suit dress in one of her latest social media posts, dancing on a boat. “Bon voyageeeeee… Take your vibe to the partyyyyy💯🚢 coz they have the 🍸 💯😇❤️ Thanksss for taking me along on this one guys,” she captioned the Instagram video. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Nia Sharma 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 Pole Dances

Nia loves dancing for exercise – especially if it involves a pole. “It’s such a Fancy being on a pole … except the body ache it brings along😅 … @lipsa893 you gotta make me a pro..and thanks a lot for this fun session. I am your no.1 student always:)” she captioned this post. Dancing is a great workout for many reasons. Not only does it build strength and promote flexibility, but helps you lose weight and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.

2. She Does Yoga

Nia loves doing 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.”

3. She Does 360 Kick Workouts

“First attempt at 360 kick. Because my inner monkey won’t stick to just yoga asana,” she captioned an Instagram post. Watch. What is 360 kick and how does it work? “It is important to have flexibility to do air kicks. And if the practitioner is attempting to hit an object, that would require more power, speed, and regular practice,” Rakhi Chaudhary, a wrestler, CrossFit and gym trainer told indianexpress.com.

4. She Lifts Weights

Nia also lifts weights. “Wasn’t the one to ever enter a gym but once you do, it kind of sucks you in,” she captioned a post. 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.

5. She Has Struggled with Body Image Issues

Nia has opened up about her body image issue struggles. She recently told RJ Siddharth Kannan, Nia that it even led her to disordered eating. “I stopped eating, man. When I say I stopped eating, it’s not even about a diet. I would sleep hungry, I was waking up hungry, I would go to the gym hungry,” she said.

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Neha Sharma in Bathing Suit is "OMG"

This is what her diet and workouts look like.

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Indian actress Neha Sharma is having fun on a blink-or-you’ll-miss-it trip to beautiful Goa, India. Sharma, 35, shared pictures of her brief getaway, posing in a blue swimsuit against a background of sun, sea, and sand. “💙🤍less than 24 hours in Goa…but Goa is always a good idea,” she captioned the post. “OMG!” a fan commented. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Sharma 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. Power Yoga

Sharma works out and tries to keep a healthy balance when it comes to her diet. “[I do] power yoga combined with the gym, along with functional training,” she says. “ [I] am a big foodie.. I live to eat, so I eat everything. Just try to watch the portions as much as I can. I love cooking for friends and family. Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is a huge hit with them, then spending time with family and my dog.”

2. Dancing Queen

Sharma is a trained dancer, and loves to practice as a fun way to burn some calories. “I had trained as a classical dancer as a kid,” she says. “Later I took classes in street hip hop, latin dancing-salsa, merengue, jive and jazz at Pineapple studios in London.”

3. Plenty of Seafood

Sharma enjoys the many health benefits of delicious, nutritious fish and shellfish. “I love seafood, I love fish because it has omega-3's which [are] good for your skin and your body and everything,” she says. “[I love] salmon... I also love mussels in coconut broth.”

4. Intermittent Fasting

Sharma fasts for 16-18 hours of the day, and drinks black coffee to keep her going until she breaks her fast. “11am or 12pm will be my first meal, which will be eggs and avocado and orange juice,” she says. “That’s breakfast/lunch for me. Dinner depends on where I am—I will eat any protein with a little bit of carbs. I can’t do without carbs.”

5. Skincare and Sleep

Sharma is diligent about taking care of her skin, which involves a basic beauty routine and at least six hours of sleep. “Basic CTM (cleansing, toning and moisturizing),” she says. “Clean all traces of makeup before going to bed, drink loads of water, get a good six hours of sleep.”

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Kimi Sharma is celebrating her one year anniversary with her boyfriend, tennis player Leander Paes. The couple is spending time at a gorgeous beach resort to honor the occasion. Sharma posted a series of photos from their trip on Instagram, captioning it, “Happy anniversary Charles ♥️


365 days ! Endless moments of happiness and learnings .Thank you for being mine. Love you to bits - Mich 🐆🧡🖤 @leanderpaes.” He wrote back on his page: "Happy Anniversary Mich ❤️ Thank you for 365 days of memories and for riding through Life’e learnings together everyday. You had me at Hello! 🐅🧡🖤 @kimsharmaofficial." How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Kimi Sharma 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’s All About Self-Love

Sharma is all about self-love. She likes to share inspirational quotes about self-love and confidence with her followers on Instagram. Sharma posted this quote on Instagram, “You are your home. Take care of yourself.” "If you're unsure of what self-care activity is right for you, Lothman says there are many to try," says the Mayo Clinic and Kristin Lothman, a mind-body counselor with Mayo Clinic's Department of Integrative Medicine and Health adds: "Basic practices could include things like journaling; meditation; prayer; and mindful movement, such as yoga or tai chi ― really any intentional action or behavior that gives us energy and enhances our sense of well-being."

2. She Pole Dances

One of Sharma’s favorite ways to exercise is by pole dancing. She has a pole in her home, and has posted several photos and videos on Instagram of herself pole dancing. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself dancing to the music from the film Pulp Fiction. She captioned the reel, “I missed the burrrnn!”

3. She Uses A Pilates Reformer

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Sharma is a fan of practicing Pilates as a way to stay in shape. One of the ways she likes to practice Pilates is by using a reformer and doing different exercises on it. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself in her home using her reformer. She captioned the reel, “Pure joy.”

4. She Has No Time For Negativity

Sharma shared this quote on Instagram about how she approaches negativity. She revealed that she doesn’t have time for it in her life. The quote was, “May all the negative energy trying to bring you down come to an end. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mint right now. May clarity replace confusion. May hope replace fear. May blessings and success fill your life. May the light of your spirit shine so bright that nothing can dim your glow. Shine on.”

5. She Spends Time In The Water

Sharma loves to go the beach, go to the pool, and just spend time in the water. She posted this set of photos on Instagram of herself in the clear blue ocean. Sharma doesn’t just like to swim, she also loves to do other water activities, like stand up paddling. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself on her board, captioning it, “Marooned on an island.”

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Dani Elle Speegle in Two-Piece Workout Gear is "Just a Girl and Her Barbell"

Discover how elite CrossFit athlete Dani Elle Speegle stays in peak condition with weightlifting, golfing, jumping rope, hiking, and cold plunges.

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Dani Elle Speegle isn’t just strong—she’s unstoppable. The elite CrossFit athlete and social media sensation has built a massive following by sharing her intense training sessions and inspiring fitness moments. Recently, she posted a series of weightlifting photos on Instagram, proving once again why she’s a powerhouse in the gym.

“Just a girl and her barbell,” she captioned the post, letting her strength do the talking. From lifting heavy to outdoor adventures, here’s how Speegle stays in peak condition.

She Lifts Weights

In her Instagram post, Speegle is seen lifting weights. According to ACE Fitness, doing this has a lot of benefits. “Using heavy weights increases intramuscular coordination, the number of type II motor units and the amount of muscle fibers engaged within a specific muscle. Have you ever felt your muscles shaking while lifting heavy weights? This is because you are recruiting and activating the larger type II muscle fibers, which are only stimulated to work when a muscle is challenged with heavy resistance or working to fatigue.”

She Golfs

Speegle likes to golf to keep herself in shape. She shared a video of herself on the course in this Instagram post. According to Randa aerobic exercise. “Golf can help strength and balance, improve quality of life and provide aerobic exercise. On a regular 18-hole course, most players will walk between four and five miles, burning up to 2,000 calories.”

She's Into Jumping Rope

Speegle shared this video on Instagram of herself competing in Crossfit events. In it, she is seen jumping rope. According to The Cleveland Clinic, jumping rope has a lot of benefits. “Benefits of jump rope can help improve your coordination, get your heart rate going and help burn calories — and it’s an easy, affordable way to get some cardio in.”

She Hikes

Speegle likes to hike to keep herself in shape. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself hiking the Koko Head Summit. Speegle captioned the post, “Woke up and chose pain today. Every 45 min X 3 rounds: Koko head 💀💀💀 Then sat in my car and stared into the abyss while munching on Banan 🥲🥲🥲”

She Does Cold Plunges

Speegle makes sure to recover. One thing she likes to do is cold plunges. Speegle shared this video of herself jumping into a tub. According to The Mayo Clinic, these have a lot of benefits. “Research on cold-water immersion has found evidence that it helps reduce the degree of exercise-induced muscle damage that can occur after physically challenging activities. Less damage leads to less inflammation, which in turn reduces soreness and helps restore physical performance the next day. These benefits may be the result of rapid constriction of the blood vessels due to the cold water. The cold can trigger responses in your body, such as decreased metabolic activity, alterations in hormone production and blood flow, and activation of the immune system.”

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Golfer Tvesa Malik in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares "Awesome" Exercises

Discover how Tvesa Malik, SuperSport Ladies Championship winner, stays in peak shape with weightlifting, core work, and golf.

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Tvesa Malik isn’t just a pro golfer—she’s a powerhouse athlete dedicated to staying in peak shape. The SuperSport Ladies Championship winner knows that strength and endurance are just as important as skill on the course. That’s why she takes her fitness seriously, incorporating weightlifting, core work, and mobility exercises into her training.

Last year, Malik gave fans a look at her workout routine in an Instagram video, where she powered through hanging crunches, lunges, and weightlifting sessions. She captioned the post, “Got some major work to do before my next session,” proving that even elite athletes are always striving to improve. Here’s a closer look at how Malik keeps her body strong and ready for competition.

She Lifts Weights

Malik is seen doing a lot of weight lifting in her Instagram video. ACE Fitness says that this has a lot of benefits. “Lifting heavy weights elevates levels of anabolic hormones—specifically testosterone, growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1)—which are used to repair muscle fibers damaged during exercise. This helps the muscle fibers to become thicker and capable of generating higher levels of force.”

She Does Lunges

Malik is seen shifting into lunges in her Instagram video. ACE Fitness says that lunges are a form of unilateral training, and that makes them effective. “Unilateral training is a more effective way to build functional strength (than using both legs) because these types of movement mimic other everyday motions, like walking and climbing stairs — and not just to the working leg. Research suggests the strength gains to the nonworking side are about half of the strength gains of the working side.”

She Does Core Workouts

Malik is seen doing core workouts, like hanging crunches in her Instagram video. Core workouts are extremely important. The Mayo Clinic says, “While it takes aerobic activity to burn fat in your stomach, core exercises can strengthen and tone the underlying muscles. Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes.”

She Does Pull-Ups

An upper body workout that Malik likes to do is pull-ups. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing them at the gym. Malik captioned it, “Got some major work to do before my next session.” Asphalt Green says that pull-ups have a lot of benefits. “Pull-ups are a fantastic way to improve upper-body strength. This exercise primarily targets your back and biceps, but involves many stabilizing muscles in your core, arms, and shoulders. Depending on the way you grip the bar, you can even work your chest. Plus, you don’t need any fancy equipment to do a pull-up. Tree branches, scaffolding, and even door frames are all places people can do pull-ups.”

She Golfs

Golf is obviously one of the ways that Malik keeps herself in shape. Better Health says that the sport has a lot of benefits. “Golf can be good for your health and your heart. Walking an average course for a round of golf can be between five to seven kilometres. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll get an optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn even more calories each round and benefit even more.”

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Camila Guper in Two-Piece Workout Gear Cheers on "Consistent Actions"

With 1.1 million followers, she inspires with workout routines and wellness tips.

Camila Guper in Two-Piece Workout Gear Cheers on "Consistent Actions"
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Camila Guper is more than just a fitness influencer—she’s a motivation powerhouse. With 1.1 million Instagram followers, she inspires her audience with workout routines, wellness tips, and a disciplined approach to staying fit. Recently, she took to Instagram to share a glimpse of her latest gym session, including a stairclimber workout, a snapshot of her Apple Watch tracking her progress, and a post-workout mirror selfie in pink workout gear.

Her message? Consistency is key. “Don't underestimate the power of small, consistent actions! Every effort is worth it when you know where you want to go,” she captioned the post. From intense stair workouts to leg-sculpting exercises, here’s how Guper stays in top shape.

She Uses A Stairclimber

In her Instagram post, Guper is seen using the stairclimber. Stair workouts have a lot of health benefits. ACE Fitness says, “Improving metabolic health in terms of lower risks of heart problems and other complications, also by definition improves fitness. You can feel your heart working harder and the fire in your lungs when you ascend stairs. And that’s provoking important changes in your cardiorespiratory system that will make physical activities, like running and walking, feel easier.”

She’s Consistent

Guper makes sure to stay consistent with her workout routines. One way she does so is by staying disciplined. Guper talked about this in the caption of this Instagram post. “Good morning! May we always have the discipline to do what is good for us. Amen 💪🏽🙏🏽✨ 40 min stair + shoulder and chest workout today.”

She Does Lunges

Guper shared some of her favorite lower body workouts in this Instagram video. One thing she is seen doing is lunges. According to The Mayo Clinic, lunges have a lot of benefits. “The lunge is a body resistance exercise that works the leg muscles. Specifically, the lunge targets the quadriceps and the hamstring muscles in the thigh, the gluteal muscles in the buttock, and to a lesser extent, the lower leg muscles.”

She Does Leg Extensions

In the previous Instagram video, Guper is seen using the leg extension machine. Asphalt Green says that leg extensions have a lot of benefits. “These machines provide isolation exercises for your legs. This type of exercise works only one muscle or group of muscles, which means you can build up that part of your body quickly. If you want your thigh muscles to really stand out in those shorts you just bought, the leg extension machine is for you!”

She Spends Time Outside

Guper likes to spend time outside. She shared this set of photos on Instagram of herself enjoying a day by the pool with her dog. Guper captioned the post, “Good Morning! What book are you reading? 📖💚🐺🌮 I'm loving reading How to become super natural! I'm already sharing saying it's a must-read.”