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Patsy Kensit in Bathing Suit Says "Bye Bye Beautiful Maldives"

Here’s how she stays so fit.

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Patsy Kensit is heating up the tropics in her swimsuit in a new selfie. The English actress shows off her incredible body in a hot pink bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts. “Bye bye beautiful Maldives,” she captioned the Instagram snap, sunbathing on a deck. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Patsy Kensit 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 Believes Beauty Comes From Within

“If you want to wear Topshop, have a bit of Botox or dye your hair orange, then do it without fearing judgment. We shouldn’t be body-shaming each other or think getting old is a negative thing, because it’s not. What comes from within, your belief in your potential and what you can offer to the world: that is the true beauty of a woman,” Patsy told Hello when asked about her thoughts on aging.

2. She Meditates

Patsy maintains that meditation has been a game changer for her "mind, soul, diet, exercise,” adding, “It has been a really good thing for me to get into." She went through a transformation during a recent trip to Thailand. "I went to Chiva Som to do some meditation and that changed my life completely. I practice Yoga Nidra which is a guided meditation. It makes me feel so much better.”

3. She Lifts Weights and Runs

You won’t find Patsy doing yoga. "Yoga has never worked for me, I’ve never been able to do the downward dog. I like light weights and running,” she told Hello.

4. She Eats Clean

Patsy told Hello that what she puts in her body is very important. “I don’t diet, I just eat clean, fresh and healthy not processed foods. It’s important to take the time for yourself, look in the mirror and love yourself. Be the best you can be for the age that you are at," she said.

5. She Is Using “Alternative Therapy” to Help with Menopause

Patsy told Hello that she has embraced alternative therapy since going through menopause. "When my blood tests first came back, the doctor said: ‘I can’t believe you are functioning on any level.’ The balance of my progesterone and vitamin D was dangerously low. Even now, it’s very Victorian the way the menopause is dealt with. No one talks about it. It’s time to focus on how great this change is, as it’s something that is going to come and get you,” she said, revealing that her diet prescribed her a losange.

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Patsy Kensit is heating up the tropics in her swimsuit in a new selfie. The English actress shows off her incredible body in a hot pink bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts. “Bye bye beautiful Maldives,” she captioned the Instagram snap, sunbathing on a deck. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Patsy Kensit 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 Believes Beauty Comes From Within

“If you want to wear Topshop, have a bit of Botox or dye your hair orange, then do it without fearing judgment. We shouldn’t be body-shaming each other or think getting old is a negative thing, because it’s not. What comes from within, your belief in your potential and what you can offer to the world: that is the true beauty of a woman,” Patsy told Hello when asked about her thoughts on aging.

2. She Meditates

Patsy maintains that meditation has been a game changer for her "mind, soul, diet, exercise,” adding, “It has been a really good thing for me to get into." She went through a transformation during a recent trip to Thailand. "I went to Chiva Som to do some meditation and that changed my life completely. I practice Yoga Nidra which is a guided meditation. It makes me feel so much better.”

3. She Lifts Weights and Runs

You won’t find Patsy doing yoga. "Yoga has never worked for me, I’ve never been able to do the downward dog. I like light weights and running,” she told Hello.

4. She Eats Clean

Patsy told Hello that what she puts in her body is very important. “I don’t diet, I just eat clean, fresh and healthy not processed foods. It’s important to take the time for yourself, look in the mirror and love yourself. Be the best you can be for the age that you are at," she said.

5. She Is Using “Alternative Therapy” to Help with Menopause

Patsy told Hello that she has embraced alternative therapy since going through menopause. "When my blood tests first came back, the doctor said: ‘I can’t believe you are functioning on any level.’ The balance of my progesterone and vitamin D was dangerously low. Even now, it’s very Victorian the way the menopause is dealt with. No one talks about it. It’s time to focus on how great this change is, as it’s something that is going to come and get you,” she said, revealing that her diet prescribed her a losange.

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Megan McKenna in Bathing Suit Says Hi From the Maldives

The singer and reality star wore a red bikini.

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Singer and reality TV icon Megan McKenna is enjoying time on the gorgeous beaches of the Maldives. And she’s making sure to post a lot of stunning photos while she’s there. McKenna uploaded another photo of herself lying in the water. She wore a red bathing suit, complimenting her vacation tanned skin, and showing off her figure. Read on to see 5 ways Megan McKenna 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 Paddleboards

While McKenna was on her Maldives vacation, she made sure to spend a lot of time at the beach, and she tried out different water activities. One of the things she did was go paddleboarding. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself paddleboarding, set to “Under the Sea” from The Little Mermaid. She captioned the post, “Morning paddle board with the baby sharks.”

2. She Rides Jet-Skis

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Another water activity McKenna did while on vacation was go jet-skiing. She posted this series of photos and videos of herself and her friends riding jet-skis in the clear blue water. She captioned the post, “Gangsta sh*t.”

3. She Bikes

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While in the Maldives, McKenna didn’t just do water activities. She also spent some time on land. One of the things she did was bike ride on the beach. She posted this series of photos of herself going for a bike ride on the pier. "Incorporate movement into your regular activities. Bing watching a favorite show? Stretch, do sit-ups or other activity between episodes or during commercials. Mix up your family-time routine and shoot some hoops or walk the neighborhood. Instead of automatically jumping behind the wheel, hop on your bike or walk to work, the grocery store or a friend's house," says the Mayo Clinic.

4. She Spends Time Outside

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McKenna spends a lot of time going outside and getting fresh air and sunlight. Even when she isn’t on the beach, she still makes sure to go outside. She has posted several photos of herself outdoors on Instagram, including herself spending time at the beach, dancing in the country, and walking her dog.

5. She’s Mindful Of What She Eats

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McKenna tells Closer Online that she pays close attention to her diet, as she has a health condition. “I have IBS which can be quite debilitating if I eat the wrong foods,” she says. “I try to eat carefully and healthily.”

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British TV and pop culture icon Megan McKenna has been vacationing and the gorgeous Maldives. And she is taking her followers with her. In her most recent post, McKenna lounged in the clear blue water in a multicolored neon swim suit. She captioned the post, “If you had one wish, would it be to fly?” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Megan McKenna 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 Snorkels

McKenna is spending time in the Maldives, which means she is enjoying the gorgeous beaches. One of the ways she is enjoying the water is by going snorkeling. McKenna posted this series of photos and videos on Instagram of herself snorkeling in the ocean, and seeing all the creatures who live there. She captioned the post, “Entering a whole other world… swipe to see me swim with turtles. It took me 2 weeks to get into the deep sea & build this confidence… one of the best days of my life so far.”

2. She Loves To Go Stand Up Paddling

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Another aquatic physical activity McKenna is doing in the Maldives is going stand up paddling. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself on the board, naturally setting the video to “Under The Sea” from The Little Mermaid. McKenna captioned the reel, “Morning paddle board with the baby sharks.”

3. She Doesn’t Eat Gluten

McKenna is open about some of her dietary restrictions, one of which is her gluten intolerance. She has even written a cookbook called, Can You Make That Gluten Free? In her Instagram announcement of the book, McKenna wrote, “Years of showing you guys my recipes on here, hundreds of lovely messages weekly asking am I ever going to release one? And here it is! I’m very proud of myself!”

4. She Calls Out Body Shamers

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In 2017, McKenna was struggling with her celiac disease and IBS, which led to her losing a lot of weight, and secretly going to the hospital. Unfortunately, this led to a lot of people body-shaming her. In an interview with The Sun, McKenna called out said body-shamers, saying, "People need to realize I’m always going to have problems with this and not troll me … it’s a serious thing and it’s life-changing.”

5. She Manages Her IBS

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McKenna is open about having IBS, and tells MailOnline that she makes sure to manage her symptoms, even if it means giving up on a night out. “When I get a really bad bout of painful bloating and that urgency that I need to go to the toilet, and I’m out on a night out with my friends, there’s been times when I’ve had to leave and go back,” she says. “Because there’s no way I want to be in that situation where I’m in a club and really unwell. It can be really awful.”

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Paris Hilton in Bathing Suit Shares Photos From Honeymoon

The pop culture icon posed on an inflatable unicorn.

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Paris Hilton just got married, and is currently enjoying her Bora Bora honeymoon the only way she can. By posing on a giant inflatable unicorn. The socialite shared a photo on Instagram of herself with said inflatable unicorn while standing on a beach dock. Read on to see 5 ways Paris Hilton 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 Bikini Photos!


1. She Scuba Dives

One of the things Hilton did on her honeymoon was learn how to scuba dive. She shared this series of photos on Instagram of her taking a scuba lesson in the clear blue water.

2. She Swims

Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, enjoyed swimming on their honeymoon. Hilton posted a series of photos of the two of them in the water, and captioned it, “Swimming in the South Pacific oceans with my love.”

3. She’s Charitable

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Hilton has dedicated a lot of her time to helping charities and causes. In addition to raising awareness about correctional facilities, and working with her family’s foundation, she also volunteers at the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital. She tells Yahoo! Life, “I just really enjoy spending time with the children and working with them, and I think they do incredible work.”

4. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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Beauty and skin care is extremely important to Hilton, and she even has her own line of skin products. She tells Yahoo! Life, “Since I was a little girl my mom always taught me to stay out of the sun and really understand the importance of taking care of your skin.”

5. She Has Her Unique Ways Of Working Out

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Hilton is open about the fact that her busy schedule doesn’t give her much time to workout, so she has to find alternative forms of exercise. Hilton says to Vogue, “I never really work out in real life, because I am constantly so busy that my life is like a work out. Shopping is my cardio.”

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Ileana D’Cruz, star of Barfi!, Main Tera Hero, Rustom, and Raid is headed into fall but still acting like it’s summer. The actress just posed in a lavender bathing suit, looking amazing. “How I miss those loooong lazy breakfasts by this incredibly stunning pristine blue water 💙- also thankful for @dr.namratajadwani for taking some lovely pictures of me 😘😛,” she captioned it. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ileana D’Cruz 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 the Beach

“Gorgeous beach days and unending cocktails 🍸,” Ileana said once. “Being active on sand isn't just about soaking up some rays. When sand moves beneath your feet, it engages your ankles, arches, and calves, which can burn extra calories while you move,” says Cedars-Sinai. “Taking it slow, staying on wet sand, and wearing shoes can help keep you upright and enjoying a great workout in the ocean air this summer.”

2. She Had Body Dysmorphia

“I’ve always worried about how I looked. I’ve worried my hips are too wide, my thighs too wobbly, my waist not narrow enough, my tummy not flat enough, my boobs not big enough, my butt too big, my arms too jiggly, nose not straight enough, lips not full enough….. I’ve worried that I’m not tall enough, not pretty enough, not funny enough, not smart enough, not ‘perfect’ enough,” she once wrote. “Not realising I was never meant to be perfect. I was meant to be beautifully flawed.

Different.

Quirky.

Unique.

Every scar, every bump, every “flaw” just made me, me.

My own kind of beautiful.

That’s why I’ve stopped. Stopped trying to conform to the world’s ideals of what’s meant to be beautiful.

I’ve stopped trying so hard to fit in. Why should I?? When I was born to stand out.”

3. She Says “Take Care of Yourself”

Ileana once wrote: “Take care of yourself. Take care of what you choose to put into your system. The body you have is uniquely beautiful so nourish it - physically as well as mentally.

Lastly dress up, show up, not for anyone else. Just do it for you. It’s so worth it. Trust me. ♥️”

4. She Likes Dogs Over Humans

Ileana shared a photo of herself with a dog. “If you really think I’m ever gonna look at a human like this……Hahahahahahahahahhaha,” she captioned it. “#doggosoverhumans @orotheindie 🥹♥” “Owning a dog can help you live longer. A comprehensive review of studies published between 1950 and 2019 found that dog owners had a lower risk of death. Studies suggest that dog owners have lower blood pressure levels and improved responses to stress. Even just living with a dog makes a difference—people who had experienced previous coronary events had an even higher level of risk reduction for death. Research has concluded that the bond between humans and dogs reduces stress, which is a major cause of cardiovascular problems,” says the American Kennel Club.

5. She Enjoys Some Country Air

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“Throwing it back to the time I was casually chilling in lovely picturesque English countryside, in animal print, black lace, and goth makeup 💀 😂,” she captioned a photo she shared recently. “Grill out on the patio. Or if the weather is cool, bundle up in warm clothes and sit around a fire pit. If you and your friends haven't been vaccinated, keep your gathering small, maintaining social distance from others. Plan activities that don't require close contact. You may even choose to have everyone bring their own food and drinks. Wash your hands when you arrive and leave the gathering,” says the Mayo Clinic.

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Alice De Bortoli Swears By These 5 Habits

From skincare routines to cooking with her grandmother, learn how this Instagram influencer stays healthy and fit.

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Alice De Bortoli doesn’t just light up Instagram with her stunning fashion and effortless style—she also shares the secrets behind her enviable beach-ready physique. The Italian influencer keeps her followers in the loop when it comes to fitness, beauty, and wellness, proving that looking and feeling great is all about consistency. From skincare rituals to core-sculpting workouts, De Bortoli’s daily habits make it clear that staying in shape is about more than just hitting the gym. Whether she’s cooking up homemade meals, breaking a sweat, or showing off a fresh new look, she’s all about feeling her best from the inside out. Here are five of her go-to habits for maintaining a strong, confident, and glowing presence all year long.

She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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De Bortoli has impressive skin. Naturally, she takes care of it on a regular basis. De Bortoli shared this video on Instagram sharing her skincare routine. She captioned it, “The secret to perfect skin? Here is my step by step routine! ✨💦🎀 What product can you absolutely not live without?”

She Changed Her Hair Color

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De Bortoli recently changed her hair color. She explained why in the caption of this Instagram post. “The good thing about this color is that it does not require frequent touch-ups and it easily adapts to natural hair growth, it is versatile and can enhance any body and face shape 🧡for those who are tired of blonde or brown, bronde is the solution to change harmony without distortion 🤍for those who have a fair complexion, the most golden tone is recommended 🤎 for the dark complexion, on the other hand, more ash brown ❤️ 🔥what can I say... For me the bronde conquered, and what do you think?”

She Cooks

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De Bortoli likes to cook, and she was taught to do so by her grandmother. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and her grandmother cooking together. De Bortoli captioned it, “Grandparents are wealth in society, my grandmother loves to cook and do it with her since I was a child. She has always inspired my creativity, patience, discipline and order but above all traditions, history, and the concreteness of nature's gifts. The greatest teaching my grandparents passed on to me is respect for people, the environment, animals and the kitchen... Today together we made Carnival Frittelle, an easy, quick dessert that adults and kids love. The ingredients are few and simple (but of high quality) and, trust me, the result is guaranteed: nice round but above all soft and tasty.”

She Works Her Abs

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De Bortoli shared this video of herself working out on Instagram. In it, she is seen doing core exercises like sit-ups. Core exercises are extremely important. The Mayo Clinic says, “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. Strong core muscles help athletes, such as runners. That's because weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries.”

She Works Out With Others

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In the previous Instagram video, De Bortoli is seen working out with a friend. Better Health says that this has a lot of benefits. “You’re less likely to get bored when you have a workout buddy, especially a friend. While you’re catching up, having a laugh, encouraging each other, you’re also getting healthier. It’s a win-win. Chatting to a friend during exercise and breaks can help time pass quickly too. You’ll have more options as well, such as a game of tennis or squash.”

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Kristin Cavallari is a reality TV and fashion icon. Since she debuted on Laguna Beach, people have clamoured for her fashion and beauty secrets. Cavallari recently shared her eye makeup secrets on Instagram, after several people asked for them. She captioned the post, “This is for the girlies in my DMs asking about this eye every time I do it. Sorry the lighting is awful. I also don’t know why the audio isn’t in sync for half of it 🫣 but here ya go 💗”

She's Less Strict With Her Diet

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Cavallari has written several cookbooks, and they have changed as her diet has changed. While promoting her book, Truly Simple with EatingWell, she revealed that her diet is less strict. “I've gotten to a point in my life where not everything has to be so perfect anymore,” Cavallari said. “I used to be so strict about what I was putting in my body. I'm still very healthy and very conscious of it, but I've gotten a little bit more lax. True Roots and True Comfort had nothing ‘white’ in them: no white flour, no white sugar, no white salt. But in Truly Simple, I bend a little bit in a few of the recipes, which really reflects where I am in my life and my new way of eating. Everything is a little bit more relaxed around here now.’

She Loves Cauliflower

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Cavallari tells EatingWell that she loves making foods with cauliflower. “I love cauliflower because I think it's very versatile, and there's actually a Sweet Harissa Cauliflower recipe in Truly Simple that's my absolute favorite cauliflower recipe on the planet. If you've ever been to True Food Kitchen, their cauliflower was the inspiration behind it. There's this sweet harissa dressing that's on it, and there's little chopped-up dates in it, so it has that nice balance between sweet and savory. It's the absolute best.”

She Loves Salad

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Cavallari likes to make salads. She shared one of her favorite recipes with EatingWell. “This salad has a few of my favorite things: salmon (which has omega-3s and is so, so good for you), bacon (no explanation needed), avocado (healthy fats), and spicy tomatillo ranch dressing (just yum). Together, they create culinary heaven. If you aren't familiar with tomatillos, they're similar to tomatoes but are slightly less sweet and are perfect when drenched in ranch.”

She Works With A Trainer

Cavallari tells Us Weekly that a lot of her gym sessions are with her personal trainer. “He kicks my ass,” she says. “He pushes me really hard. He has me actually lifting really heavy weight, the heaviest weight I’ve ever lifted in my entire life. I feel the best I ever have. I feel like I’m the strongest I’ve ever been.”

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Cavallari shared some of her wellness secrets in an interview with Us Weekly. She says that consistency is one of her biggest priorities. “My goal is sort of, right now, just to maintain the muscle that I have,” she says. “I’m really petite. I have no hips. I’m just small. And so if I don’t work out for like a week or two, I feel like all my muscle goes away. So it is about consistency for me.”

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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.”