Paige VanZant in Bathing Suit Says "Keep Your Spirit Light"

Paige VanZant, the mixed martial artist, just posted a new revealing photo on her Instagram. The fighter lounged in a pool wearing a blue bikini, showing off her toned body. VanZant revealed that she had just finished a workout, and didn’t get a photo of it, so she decided to post a revealing photo instead. Read on to see 6 ways Paige VanZant 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 A Fighter

VanZant is a professional mixed martial arts fighter and boxer. Naturally, this means she’s in top shape at all times. Boxing and martial arts are a great way of getting exercise, and can help with muscle building and burning calories. A 2017 study in Biology of Sport states that boxing can increase muscle mass and decrease body fat.

2. She Takes Ice Baths

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In this reel from her Instagram, VanZant revealed that she likes to take ice baths to help her muscles recover. Ice baths, while cold, are a great way to help your body recover from a tough workout. Elizabeth Gardner, MD, tells Byrdie that ice baths work well because of the “rapid dilation of the blood vessels also delivers much-needed oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, which in theory should help them to recover after a hard workout.”

3. She Enjoys Time in The Pool

VanZant loves to spend time in the pool, and posts a lot of poolside and swimming photos and videos on Instagram.

4. She Works Out With Her Husband

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VanZant and her husband, fellow MMA fighter, Austin Vanderford, like to workout together. They sometimes will work out with the same coach. VanZant posted this video on Instagram of the couple exercising together. She captioned the video, “Couples who workout together stay together.”

5. She Weight Trains

VanZant is a fan of weight training, and she isn’t afraid to do some heavy lifting. Literally. VanZant posted this video on Instagram of herself lifting a large barbell. She captioned the video, “What’s the weight???;) Getting stronger with coach @evertonvoliviera at @americantopteam.”

6. She Does Yoga

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VanZant also does yoga. She posted a series of photos on Instagram of herself doing poses on the beach. She captioned the photo, “Sometimes I do yoga.”

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1. This Has Been Her Workout

VanZant was asked about her workout a while back. “Every day is different it depends on what day of the week it is,” says VanZant to Vogue. “We have lots of classes, wrestling, jujitsu. I do a lot of Pilates, yoga, CrossFit as well. I also try to include one relaxing workout through the week like hiking.”

2. CrossFit Works

CrossFit is a great way to build strength. “Strength training can help you tone your muscles and improve your appearance. With a regular strength training program, you can reduce your body fat, increase bone strength, increase your lean muscle mass and burn calories more efficiently,” says the Mayo Clinic. “Better yet, strength training doesn't have to take as long as you might think. Do strength exercises for all the major muscle groups at least two times a week. Aim to do one set of each exercise using a weight or resistance level heavy enough to tire your muscles after about 12 to 15 repetitions and stamina over time.”

3. She Developed a Healthy Approach to Eating

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Trying to make her weight for feights was detrimental to her health. She told People: “I was at a fight where a fellow UFC fighter, Uriah Hall, was cutting weight and he pushed himself just to the brink of death. He had kidney failure and started seizing in the hallway right in front of me,” she said. “It’s because of that I’m like ‘I can’t do this anymore.’” “I recently went up to the Flyweight division which is 10 lbs. heavier, which is a huge difference,” she added.

4. She Eats Veggies

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While getting healthy in fight camp, VanZant ate meals high in protein and healthy vegetables. For example: “Spinach is high in vitamins A and C and folate. It's also a good source of magnesium. The plant compounds in spinach may boost your immune system. The carotenoids found in spinach — beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin — also are protective against age-related vision diseases, such as macular degeneration, as well as heart disease and some types of cancer,” says the Mayo Clinic.

5. She Ups Her Protein

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“Protein is made up of essential and non-essential amino acids. A complete protein source is one that contains all nine essential amino acids to support human dietary needs,” says the Cleveland Clinic. “Not only does a complete protein contain all essential amino acids, but it also contains them in perfect proportion in terms of biological function. Great examples include whey (dairy sources), lean meat, egg whites and soy.”

Paige Van Zant, the boxer and MMA fighter, is in great shape, obviously. And she shared a video that proves it. In the video, Van Zant and her friend enjoyed a day on a boat in Miami, while they posed in swimwear. “When on a yacht in Miami. 🤣,” she captioned it, cracking into a fizzy drink, splashing it everywhere. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Paige Van Zant 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 To Make Changes

Van Zant has done a lot of amazing things at a very young age. She’s about to make another big career change, and she tells Women Fitness that she has never been afraid to make changes. “I have had an amazing mixed martial arts career so far. I have been very blessed with huge opportunities and had the drive and competitive nature to accomplish a lot at a young age. I’m very excited about this next chapter in my life which I am about to take on. I have just signed with bareknuckle fighting championship where I will be a professional bareknuckle boxer. Making a career change is always scary and nerve-racking. But I’m working very hard and I’m excited for the challenge.”

2. She Has A Career She Loves

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It can be difficult to do what you love, but not for Van Zant. She tells Women Fitness that she really enjoys her fighting career, and that this makes her life a lot less stressful. “To be truthful my life can be very stressful at times. But I don’t feel like I have a real ‘job.’ I am so lucky and blessed that I have made my passion my career. Everything I do I’m very passionate about so it makes it feel like it’s not work.”

3. She Has A Lot Of Support

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Van Zant tells Women Fitness that she is also lucky to have a lot of supportive people around her. “I also have an amazing support system that surrounds me,” she says. “My husband gets me through every tough day. And keeps me inspired when I feel overwhelmed.”

4. She Boxes

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Van Zant is a boxer, so that naturally is one of the ways she stays in shape. She broke down her training schedule to Women Fitness, and revealed it’s pretty intense. “Since I have switched over to professional boxing my schedule consists of boxing every day, sometimes twice a day. I do all of my training at American Top Team, a world renowned MMA and combat academy.”

5. She Makes Sure To Eat Enough

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An important part of Van Zant’s boxing training is her diet. She says that a big part of her diet is making sure she gets enough calories each day. "To stay fit and lose weight you have to make sure you eat enough food, VanZant told Eat This, Not That. "If I don't eat enough it has the opposite effect on my body. I'm literally always hungry and always eating something healthy to fuel my body."

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1. She Works Out Regularly

VanZant revealed some of her wellness secrets to Women Fitness. Since she is a professional fighter, she has to stay in shape. This means VanZant has to workout on a regular basis. “I, of course, have a very strict workout regimen,” she says. “I’m in the gym every day twice a day. Since I have switched over to professional boxing my schedule comprises of boxing every day, sometimes twice a day. And strength and conditioning three days a week.”

2. She Cooks Healthy Meals

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In addition to working out, VanZant also has to eat healthy. She tells Women Fitness that one of her secrets is cooking a lot of her own meals. “Dieting is a huge part of being any sort of professional athlete. My husband and I love cooking and we really enjoy making healthy meals together.

3. She Takes Care Of Her Skin & Hair

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For VanZant, wellness isn’t just about eating right and staying active. It is also about taking care of her skin and hair. She tells Women Fitness that she likes to use masks when she has downtime. “Although I am a professional fighter, I do love to feel beautiful and take care of myself. Hair masks and face masks are a very frequent part of my week. I love to rest in between practices or after a long day of training with a hair mask, a face mask, and a glass of wine.

4. She Does A Variety Of Workouts

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VanZant has to do a variety of workouts to stay in shape for the ring. She revealed her regimen to Muscle & Fitness. “Alongside regular MMA training, I’ve incorporated CrossFit and a lot more weight training and endurance training,” says VanZant. “I can do four practices a day, two of them technique, and two more hardcore. Other days will be sparring days, and you don’t want to do too much other than sparring, because it’s really hard on your body.”

5. She Weight Trains

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VanZant tells Muscle & Fitness that she does a lot of strength and weight training. She says that it is one of her more challenging workouts. “Weight training is more of a challenge because it’s new to me,” VanZant explained. “I can push myself to lift more weight or get more reps, and it’s something that I can see myself progressing in. My favorite exercise is the squat clean.”

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1. She Does Boot Camp Workouts

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Turley is a huge fan of boot camp-style classes. “I've been going to boot camp classes for about two years,” Turley tells Women’s Health. 'The classes were a mix of cardio and weighted work – so, you might have the bleep test or running with a weighted backpack in the first half of the class followed by weights circuits. It was nice to have a mix!”

2. She Is Focusing On Getting Fit

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Turley’s goals for 2022 were not just to get into shape again after pandemic lockdown weight gain, but to be fit and healthy with her boyfriend Finn Tapp. "We've actually been following nutrition plans and going to the gym three times a week,” she says. “We say that – but this is the first week, so… We're going to stick to it this time hopefully."

3. She Practices Yoga

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Turley loves to practice yoga, even when she’s on the move. “I actually went traveling and did yoga everywhere I went,” Turley says. “I've tried various types but Vinyasa is the one I like most – it's a bit slower than my HIIT classes but I can still feel my body and muscles working.”

4. She Is Down-To-Earth

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Turley sees herself as a singer first and foremost. “I certainly don’t think I’m a celebrity or anything – I’m just a girl who won a competition,” she says. “I’ve never dreamt of fame, that just baffles me. I’d like recognition for my musical talent and I’m hoping this will open doors for me, although you can be judged more harshly if you’ve been on a reality show. Luckily, I’d already established my career in music – I’ve been performing and gigging in Scotland for years.”

5. She Protects Her Mental Health

Turley is careful to protect her mental wellbeing at all times. “I enjoy yoga because it helps to relax me,” she says. “If I feel stressed I’ll have a long, hot bath and listen to a meditation app. I also love going on long walks with Finn and our dog which really chills me out. I’m quite a strong person with a thick skin and you need to be to take part in a reality show. Also I don’t take myself too seriously. If I started behaving differently because I’d been on the show, my friends and family would soon tell me straight ‘get over yourself, Paige’. I have a fantastic support network and that’s vital for wellbeing and keeps me grounded.”