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Pia Whitesell in Bathing Suit Says "Happy Birthday"

Here are her top 6 diet and fitness tips.

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Pia Whitesell is celebrating one of her best friend’s birthdays in her swimsuit! The Aussie model shows off her amazing body in one of her latest social media posts, wishing pal Natasha Oliver a special day. “Happy birthday my beautiful Chicken,” she captioned the Instagram gallery, which included a photo of the two in their bathing suits. How does the former Home and Away star maintain her fabulous physique? Read on to see 6 of Pia Whitesell’s top diet and fitness tips for staying 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. Do Pilates

Whitesell Loves Pilates. “I work with Fluidform [Pilates] and have been doing it at home now for some time. [Kirsten King’s] whole philosophy as a Pilates teacher is about poise and lengthening,” Pia told Body + Soul. "It's always just joy,” she captioned this recent photo of herself on the reformer.

2. Take a Hike

Pia loves hitting the trails and going for a hike. She recently shared this series of photos of herself hiking a cave trail in Sydney. "Adventure time," she captioned it. "The faster, farther and more frequently you walk, the greater the benefits,” the Mayo Clinic says about hiking. “For example, you may start out as an average walker, and then work your way up to walking faster and walking a mile in a shorter amount of time than an average walker, similar to power walkers. This can be a great way to get aerobic activity, improve your heart health and increase your endurance while burning calories.”

3. Ride a Bike

Pia loves cycling, outdoors and in. In this photo she messes around while riding in Sydney. The Cleveland Clinic explains that biking, a low-impact aerobic exercise, is great for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis.

4. Alternate Between Hot Saunas and Cold Water

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Pia alternates between hot and cold treatments “I have an infrared sauna, so I use that a lot. And I have an unheated pool, so I go from the sauna to the pool,” she told Body + Soul. “I really do love infrared – you can have a moment of escapism. It’s like, ‘Boys, I’m in the sauna. Do not disturb.’”

5. Do Cardio

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Pia does a lot of cardio. “I switch it up with going to the gym and listening to hip-hop while running on the treadmill or on the step machine,” she told Body + Soul. "When paired with a heart-healthy nutrition plan, safe weight loss comes with doing regular cardio exercise. Not only are you less likely to develop diseases like diabetes, certain cancers and heart disease, but your body can more easily circulate blood. Less sitting time and more physical activity also helps you maintain a healthy weight by burning more calories throughout the day," says Harvard Health.

6. Take Care of Your Mind

Pia spends a lot of time outdoors to promote her mental health, she explained to Body + Soul. “Being in the ocean and outdoors as much as possible with my boys. Whether it’s at a basketball court or going for a coastal walk, racing up the street. I have these boys with this insane athletic ability. They smash me!” "Spending time in nature can act as a balm for our busy brains. Both correlational and experimental research have shown that interacting with nature has cognitive benefits—a topic University of Chicago psychologist Marc Berman, PhD, and his student Kathryn Schertz explored in a 2019 review," says the American Psychological Association.

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Pia Mia enjoyed Tuesday afternoon in her swimsuit! The 25-year-old "Do It Again" and "Miss Me" singer flaunts her famous figure via her latest social media post, looking gorgeous in a swimsuit while on vacation. (She has 8.2 million followers, including Paris Hilton, Peyton List and Miranda Kerr.) How does the star maintain her fit physique? Read on to see 5 ways Pia Mia 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 Eats What She Wants

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You won’t find Pia starving herself. “'I don't diet. I do what I want and I do what makes me happy. I exercise, but if I want to buy an entire bag of Cheetos, I'm going to, and if I want a green juice, I'll do that too,” she told Daily Mail Australia. “I don't like restrictions, it's not the way to live.” "There’s no one right answer, says registered dietitian Andrea Dunn, RD," to the Cleveland Clinic. “The best diet is the one you’re going to follow,” she says. “And I don’t say that tongue in cheek! There’s no one diet that will fit everybody’s needs, personalities, lifestyles or food preferences.” "Dunn often recommends a diet she calls a moderate protein plan — but it could also be described as a moderate carbohydrate plan. This plan still emphasizes whole grains and produce and limits processed foods and added sugar. But it allows for more animal proteins for those carnivores-at-heart."

2. She Works Out

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As Pia mentioned, exercise is a huge part of her stay-fit methodology. She does strength training workouts, which she has shared on social media. Some of her go-to exercises include squats, leg lifts, battle ropes, and box jumps.

3. She Journals

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Journaling is Pia’s go-to self-care ritual. “'(Writing in my journal) makes me (feel) more secure in a way,” she told Daily Mail Australia. “Things that make me feel good (apart from makeup) are just relaxing, taking a bath, writing in my journal and just getting my thoughts out. It helps me to just kind of settle down and see what my goals are and what I'm going through, and that makes me (feel) more secure in a way.” As for social media, ''I'm on there just to share life and be positive and happy. I don't let (negative) things affect me. I do what I want and I do what makes me happy.”

4. She Is Active Outdoors

When she isn’t working, Pia likes being outdoors. A few of her favorite activities to blast calories al fresco? Paddleboarding in her swimsuit and riding horses. “Never thought I’d fall in love with riding horses,” she captioned one Instagram post.

5. She Boxes

Pia fights her way to a hot body with the help of boxing. She boxes at the Ten Goose Boxing Gym in Van Nuys, California. “Therapy,” she captioned this video. "Unlike traditional boxing that requires you to spar with a partner, fitness boxing for older adults involves throwing punches at the air or at a punching bag, usually in a class. There are two main types of these exercise classes. In one, you follow a leader and do a series of boxing moves all choreographed to bouncy music, similar to an aerobics class. The moves include a combination of large, sweeping punches (crosses, hooks, uppercuts); smaller punches (jabs); squats (ducks); and short, quick steps forward and back. The other type of exercise class involves strength training, stretching, and hitting a punching bag. Don't have the strength to stand and do boxing moves? Both types of classes are available for people who wish to remain seated while punching at the air or at a punching bag," says Harvard Health.

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Professional wrestler Leila Grey is celebrating her birthday. She shared a gorgeous photo on Instagram for the occasion. In it, Grey posed in a black bathing suit. Her toned body was on full display. She captioned the post, “Happy birthday to me! Wanted to give you guys a little gift on my end.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Leila Grey 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 Works Out With Her Fiance

Grey is currently engaged to fellow wrestler, Luke Kurtis. Naturally, the couple like to train together. Kurtis shared this gym video on Instagram. In it, Grey is seen doing things like using a treadmill and doing hamstring curls. Kurtis captioned the video, “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”

2. She Swims

Grey loves to swim as a way of staying in shape. She spends a lot of time in the water and posts a lot of photos of herself at the beach or the pool on Instagram. Grey shared this photo of herself in the waves, captioning it, “Summer Splash Series.” She also posted this photo of herself on an inflatable tube in the water. She captioned it, “Like strawberries on a summer evening.”

3. She Horseback Rides

Grey loves to horseback ride. She shared this video on Instagram of herself riding on the beach in the Dominican Republic. She captioned the post, “Liberation.” Texas A&M AgriLife Specialist, Dr. Dennis Sigler tells Animal Science that riding has a lot of benefits. “Riding a horse for 45 minutes at a walk, trot and canter can burn up to 200 calories. It you do something a bit more strenuous such as cutting or reining, that can come out to nearly seven calories per minute for the entire length of the riding period.”

4. She’s Motivated

When it comes to wrestling, Grey has a lot of motivation, and she doesn’t give up. In an interview with Toned In, Grey talked about this mindset she has. “I am unstoppable,” she says. “I just don’t quit. Like, I know what I want. I set my goals. I put things into the universe, and things have been happening for me.”

5. She Believes In Herself

In addition to being motivated, Grey is also confident in herself. She tells Toned In that this has helped in her career. “This is the hardest thing I have ever done. I feel like I've never dedicated myself this hard to anything before. And I'm starting to see the benefits of that. Everything is starting to pay off. And just believe in yourself. Things are possible, dreams come true. And it sounds cliche, but it's really true. If you apply yourself and you believe in yourself, you can really achieve anything.”

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British actress Ella Purnell is celebrating turning 26 by sharing a series of sweet “happy birthday” posts on social media. One update shows Purnell with a friend, happily lounging on the beach in a red bathing suit. How does the Yellowjackets and Arcane star stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Purnell 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 Riding Bikes

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Purnell enjoys riding bikes, especially when she’s at the beach. “You’re using your big leg muscles to cycle, which is already a huge benefit,” says Jaclyn Kubiak, PT, DPT. “But you can also do it in combination with strength training, or you can do it without. It’s been shown that cycling reduces anxiety and depression. Mainly, because you can make it fun. You get the added benefit of being outdoors or you can go do it with friends.”

2. She Roller Skates

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Purnell loves to roller skate out in the fresh air and sunshine. “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. She Enjoys Noodles

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Purnell is a big fan of delicious noodles and pasta. Certain noodles (such as soba, which is made with buckwheat) offer better health benefits thanks to their high fiber content. “Buckwheat supplies fiber, and benefits from a low-to-medium glycaemic index,” says registered nutritionist Nicola Shubrook. “This means it has a moderate effect on blood sugar levels and may even lower blood sugar levels. Studies suggest this effect may be thanks to soluble carbohydrate in buckwheat that makes cells more responsive to the hormone insulin and may delay the digestion of sugar.”

4. She Loves to Ski

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Purnell enjoys skiing with her friends. “Skiing gets you outdoors in the winter when we often end up on the couch and are passive,” says physical therapist Scott Tremmel. “We’re just not as active when the cold weather sets in, but skiing keeps you moving to continue to build up your endurance. When you’re skiing, you’re often out with a group of friends and you’re socializing. You’re getting fresh air and taking in the beautiful scenery around you. It’s good for your emotional health.”

5. She’s All About Self-Care

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Purnell is passionate about taking time to just be alone and focus on herself. “Self care y’all!!!!!! Take some time out of your day today for yourself💞💞💞,” she captioned an Instagram post. “Read a chapter of your favorite book, do some journaling, try and meditate for a minute, write down 3 things you are grateful for, do a facemask, call a loved one, relax in a hot bath, buy yourself a treat, go for a run, clean your apartment, think of 5 things that you love about yourself, give yourself a freakin’ hug - whatever makes you feel good, you deserve it ✨ life is tricky sometimes, but it’s always worth it ✨ peace & love my friends, love love looveeee.”

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Model Keleigh Sperry is celebrating her birthday. She’s spending time on a boat with her loved ones, including her husband, Top Gun: Maverick star Miles Teller, and her friend, Nina Dobrev, star of Love Hard. Dobrev shared a set of photos on her Instagram story of Sperry. In them, she wore a black swimsuit and denim shorts. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Keleigh Sperry 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 Spends Time Outside

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Sperry spends a lot of time outside. She shares a lot of outdoor photos on her Instagram page. She shared these photos on Instagram from a trip to Tahoe. In them, she enjoyed time on a boat, and went on walks. Sperry also enjoys the cold weather. She shared this photo and video on Instagram of herself playing in the snow. "Whether it is a park in your neighborhood or exploring the vast landscapes of national forests and grasslands, there are benefits to be had when we step outside," says the Forest Service. “Wellness is wholistic in that it is comprised of physical and mental health as well as the health of our communities,” Michelle Kondo, a research social scientist with the USDA Forest Service's Northern Research Station, told them. “All of these benefits add up and reduce adverse impacts on our bodies, and have restorative characteristics. So get outdoors and enjoy nature’s gift of wellness.”

2. She Swims

Sperry does a lot of outdoor physical activities to stay in shape. One thing she loves to do is go swimming. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself snorkeling with a whale. She captioned it, “Whale watching.” Sperry also posted this photo of herself and Teller in the water. She captioned it, “All I need in this life of sin.”

3. She Goes Rafting

Sperry doesn’t just like to swim when she spends time by the water. She also likes to go rafting. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself going on a rafting trip with her friends. Sperry captioned the post, “This is not Disneyland, so fun!”

4. She Speaks Out

Sperry isn’t afraid to speak out about what she believes in. She shared this post on Instagram supporting Ukraine. She captioned it, “This is my friend @kseniya__stone, after spending the last few days and nights with her in just absolute despair, devastating call after call. Hearing from her family stuck in Ukraine, was absolutely heartbreaking. Ukrainians are strong and United while facing this unreal war. If Ukraine stops fighting there will be no Ukraine. One of the tragic yet beautiful calls from her sibling who was trying to flee and stay with her family, was going to go back in and fight to stand strong against PUTIN. That’s the character and moral of Ukrainians. Women refusing to leave as their husbands prepare to fight back.They are beautiful and strong, this will be the biggest refugee situation this century. Please donate, and to @kseniya__stone we stand with you, we stand with Ukraine.”

5. She Bikes

Another outdoor activity Sperry enjoys doing is going on bike rides. She likes to go riding with Teller at times. Sperry posted this photo of the two of them riding at the Mt. Batur Volcano in Bali on Instagram. She captioned it, “Trekking the world with you.”

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Danna Paola, the actress and singer, is best known for her role on Netflix’s Elite. She’s also known for her unique style, and incredible beauty. Paola has never been afraid to post revealing photos on her Instagram. Paola recently performed at Tecate Emblema in Foro Sol. She posted a new set of photos on Instagram, where she wore a black bikini top and red and black workout pants on stage. She captioned the post, “I didn't dream it... but explain to me!??? Yesterday more than 45 thousand souls were there connected with the highest and most incredible energy!! It was a UNIQUE experience at @tecate_emblema. THANK YOU INFINITE THANK YOU yesterday once again, I was able to confirm in my heart that I want to continue on stage for the rest of my life enjoying with each one of you!! NO ONE LET US DOWN NOW!” Read on to see 5 ways Danna Paola 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 Goes To The Beach

Paola loves to go to the beach. She posted this set of photos on Instagram of herself going for a walk on the shore as the sun set. She captioned the post, “Feeling so blessed. I could live on the beach, the girl was very happy.”

2. She Standup Paddles

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When Paola goes to the beach, she likes to do certain activities there. One thing she likes to do is standup paddle in the water. She posted this set of photos and videos on Instagram of herself standup paddling in gorgeous Ibiza. She captioned the post, “I took a pill in Ibiza,” referencing the popular Mike Posner song.

3. She Dances

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Being a singer means that Paola has to do a lot of dancing. She has to learn choreography for her performances and music videos. Paola likes to post videos and photos of rehearsals on Instagram. She posted this set of photos of herself in the studio, captioning it, “Rehearsals.” She also posted this video from the same day, captioning it, “11 days.”

4. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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Paola revealed her wellness and life secrets in this interview with Standard.co. In it, she says that skincare is extremely important to her. Paola says that she always does her skincare before she goes to bed each night. “I can’t sleep without removing my make up and washing my face well. I love serums and particularly the creams for the dark circles.” Paola’s skin is gorgeous, so her routine is clearly working.

5. She Stays Hydrated

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Paola says to Standard.co that she makes sure to stay hydrated each day. She says that getting enough to drink is one of her biggest wellness secrets. “I also love to hydrate myself,” she says. “I drink lots of water, chlorophyll, and green tea.”

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Sophie Guidolin Shares Workout Routine

Fitness expert Sophie Guidolin shares her intense workouts on Instagram, inspiring others to push themselves.

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Sophie Guidolin is a fitness expert and IFBB competitor. She shares a lot of her favorite workouts on her Instagram. In a recent video, she is seen doing pull-ups and RDLs with a barbell. Guidolin captioned the post, “Your self-worth comes on the backside of doing the work. Are you proud of your actions, when no one is looking? Do you say what you say you’re going to do?”

She Does Pull-Ups

Guidolin is seen doing pull-ups in her Instagram video. According to Gymless, this exercise has a lot of benefits. “Pull-ups can give size and strength to your upper body muscles. It allows you to target your lats, biceps, traps, and many more muscles. Practicing this consistently along with other variations that target different muscle groups, inevitably will give you the muscular aesthetics that you’re seeking. A study emphasized this by suggesting that this close kinetic chain exercise is designed to increase the muscular strength and endurance of the upper body and torso.”

She Lifts Weights

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Guidolin is seen using weights to workout in her Instagram video. ACE Fitness states that these exercises have 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 Does RDLs

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Guidolin is seen doing RDLs with a weight in her Instagram video. NASM states that the exercise is very beneficial. “A Romanian deadlift is a hip-hinge pattern that works the hamstrings and glutes. It is a form of deadlift with noticeably less bend in the knee, leading to greater hamstring engagement than traditional deadlifts.”

She Braces Her Core

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Guidolin has an impressive core. She shared her secrets behind it in the caption of this Instagram video. Guidolin revealed that she doesn’t do traditional core workouts, but braces her muscles when she lifts weights. “You’ve probably heard the advice: ‘Breathe in as you lower the weight and breathe out as you lift.’ But when it comes to heavy lifting, people don’t always do that. Instead, I focus on BRACING my core: ➡️ Take a deep breath, tighten your core, and hold your breath as you lift. After the lift, exhale quickly, take another breath, and repeat. This comes naturally - think about how you instinctively hold your breath and brace when lifting something heavy at home. Bracing is especially helpful for big compound lifts, like squats and deadlifts. It’s also great for bodyweight exercises like push-ups and planks, helping you stay strong, stable, and in control. Observe your bracing and see what kind of difference it makes. 🫶”

She Does Squats

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Guidolin likes to do squats to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing them with a barbell. Guidolin captioned the post, “First time under a the bar low bar in a low time and heaviest/highest volume back squatting since 2019. Felt easy. Flew up. Tried not to over commit to the goal and stuck to my numbers. I had 27 minutes exactly to train. 🫣🤯🥵yes, 27 minutes. 👀 school holidays and the twins in my care means I never want to impact my time with them, so this is what had to be done…

That included: 6 sets low bar back squats. 3 sets hip thrusts 150kgs, mind you 🥵👀. Adductor machine. Lying leg curl. Cable pull throughs. And hit my numbers on every single set, meaning I am either taking the piss normally, or dragging my feet. No excuses, just awareness. I seem to perform better under pain, that all too familiar pattern bias is strong 🥵👀🥺 My goals this year scare me, but not as much as failing. 🫶🏼✔️ go all in.”

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Abby Dowse Stays Fit and Slim

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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Abby Dowse is looking fit and slim in her workout dress. In a new social media post the model flaunts her assets while getting her steps in, wearing a super tight exercise outfit. She shared the clip via her Instagram Stories, also sharing a photo of her breakfast: A bagel sandwich and coffee. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Strength Training

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Abby spends lots of time at the gym strength training with a personal trainer. Her routine includes squats, lunges, rows, planks, and lifting heavy weights. She regularly shares workouts in her Instagram Stories and has a tab devoted to them. According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

  • Develop strong bones
  • Manage your weight
  • Enhance your quality of life
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Sharpen your thinking skills

Jump Roping

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She also jump ropes. “My type of cardio,” she captioned an Instagram Story clip. “Not only can the repetitive movement of skipping rope elevate your heart rate, work muscles in the arms and legs and burn calories, it may even provide a quick jolt of joy,” says Nike.

Biking

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In another Instagram Stories clip, she cycles on a stationary bike. The Cleveland Clinic explains that biking, a low-impact aerobic exercise, is excellent for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis

Coffee

Abby enjoys the perks of caffeine. She loves coffee. According to the Cleveland Clinic, drinking coffee in moderation has several benefits. “It acts on your brain to improve memory, mood, reaction times, and mental function,” they say, citing a study finding that caffeine can improve endurance and performance during exercise. It is also antioxidant-rich, can ward off diabetes, prevent neurologic disease, lower cancer risk, and ward off depression, they point out.

Sauna

Abby is all about the heat. She enjoys hot saunas. “Sauna got me good 💦😅💯,” she captioned a post. Should you take a dry sauna? While some claim the health benefits of saunas are plentiful, including detoxification, increased metabolism, weight loss, increased blood circulation, pain reduction, antiaging, skin rejuvenation, improved cardiovascular function, improved immune function, improved sleep, stress management, and relaxation, there isn’t a lot of research backing up the claims.

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Antje Utgaard Swears By These 5 Habits

What you need to know about her diet, fitness, and self-care approach.

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You may recognize Antje Utgaard from movies like Inside Man or The Charisma Killers. Or you could be one of her 2.1 million Instagram followers. Either way, you know that the actress, model, and TV host is stunning and has a gravity-defying body. How does she keep herself physically fit at 30? Here is everything you need to know about her diet, fitness, and self-care approach.

She Exercises For 30 Minutes Per Day

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Antje makes sure to move daily, but “Every day is different!” she told Women Fitness about her approach to exercise. “That’s my favorite part about my life. It keeps it interesting and keeps me on my feet. Some things I do keep in my everyday routine are my workouts. I make sure I hit the gym or do some type of physical activity every day, even if it’s just for 30 minutes.”

Strength Training

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Strength training is Antje’s go-to workout. “I lift weights 4 or 5 days a week. I focus on one or two muscle groups at a time and make sure to alternate them so they have time to recover throughout the week,” she says. “I lift for about an hour.” According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

  • Develop strong bones
  • Manage your weight
  • Enhance your quality of life
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Sharpen your thinking skills

Walking on an Incline and Running Intervals

Antje Utgaard stops by the REVOLVE Festival

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Antje gets a lot of use out of the treadmill. “Before I lift I warm up by walking at an incline for 5-10 minutes,” she says. “And I always end my workout with running in intervals for 5-10 minutes.” Walking on an incline burns more calories than walking fast or even running on a flat surface, so many experts suggest upping your incline. A 2013 study even found that walking on a 2 to 7 percent incline increased heart rate by almost 10 percent compared to running on a flat surface.

SoulCycle

Antje Utgaard walks the runway at the Matte Collection Show during Miami Swim Week

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Another workout she loves? Cycling. “I also Soul Cycle 3 times a week, which is my new obsession,” she revealed. The Cleveland Clinic explains that biking, a low-impact aerobic exercise, is excellent for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis.

A "Laid Back" Diet and Hydration

Antje Utgaard is seen out in Los Angeles

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“My diet is pretty laid back. If I have something big coming up I’ll obviously be more strict on myself but it’s also hard when you have my lifestyle and travel a lot. I try to eat as healthy as I can on a regular basis though. I always make sure to eat a lot of protein, mainly chicken and other lean meats. I also make sure to drink plenty of water!” she told Women Fitness. Why should you focus your meals around protein? According to clinical trials, consuming more protein than the recommended dietary allowance not only reduces body weight (BW), but also enhances body composition by decreasing fat mass while preserving fat-free mass (FFM) in both low-calorie and standard-calorie diets.