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Poonam Dubey in Bathing Suit Says "My Life, My Rules"

She loves using weights to build strength.

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Indian actress Poonam Dubey is saying “my life, my rules” regarding her decision to wear bathing suits. Dubey posted a video of herself posing in a coral swimsuit and sarong, and insists her choice of outfit doesn’t define who she is. “My identity, dignity remains the same if I wear a bikini or Indian dress,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Dubey 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. Weight Lifting

Dubey uses heavy weights to develop muscle, especially on her legs. "Legs are the foundation for most activities," says Vijay Daryanani, a physical therapist at Harvard-affiliated Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. "They're home to some of the body’s largest muscles, and building healthy legs can improve one’s performance, reduce injury, and increase endurance."

2. Sit Ups

Dubey does sit ups as part of her workout routine, often with a friend or trainer stabilizing her feet. “I love doing sit-ups when I have a table to anchor my feet on or a workout buddy holding my feet down with their hands,” says Olivia Amato, CPT. “This usually ensures proper form because you don't have to worry about keeping your feet on the ground on top of everything else.”

3. Yoga Sessions

Yoga is an important part of Dubey’s wellness regimen. “Yoga can decrease stress and cortisol levels, enhance mood, decrease anxiety and depression, improve sleep, and improve chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes, reducing the need for medications that can cause weight gain,” say Chika Anekwe, MD, MPH, and Niyoti Reddy, MD. “Yoga is not a band-aid for excess weight, but it may work on the underlying causes. Its benefits extend beyond the calories-in-versus-calories-out equation.”

4. Lat Pulldown

Dubey uses machines to work on her arms and back. “Are you finding that your lats are lacking a little in the symmetry department? In other words, is one side more developed than the other?” says David Sandler, MS, CSCS. “Training bilaterally, as in with a fixed barbell or long bar attachment, can have the effect of allowing the stronger side of your body to do slightly more work than the weaker one, creating a visual imbalance in your musculature. Unilateral training (training each side independently) can solve this problem, creating optimal symmetry, and the one-arm lat pulldown is a great exercise for attacking this issue.”

5. Biceps and Triceps

“Big and strong biceps not only look good but play an important role in the health and performance of your shoulders and back,” says certified personal trainer Shane McLean. “Although it’s worth remembering that the triceps make up 70 percent of the upper arm, having strong biceps helps prevent tricep strains, keeps the shoulders in place and allows for smoother upper arm movements.”

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Mouni Roy has never been afraid of showing off her figure. She recently enjoyed time with her friend and fellow actress, Disha Patani. The two enjoyed a pool day, and Roy shared a selfie of the two of them on her Instagram story. Both of them wore black swimsuits and looked stunning. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Mouni Roy 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 With The Flow

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In an interview with IDiva, Roy opened up about what she has learned from her career. She says that she has learned to roll with the punches when it comes to her career. “I guess we have all had our share of experiences that vary from one another. I would say it is very difficult to navigate this industry in terms of whether you and your work is being taken seriously. Difficult to get the right meetings, auditions and the next film. But I truly know we are all going through our own journeys and fair share of struggles. So, no complaints you know. I guess you have to have the passion for your craft and work as a newcomer everyday, learn and dance, and treat all your difficulties and failures as much with kindness and love.”

2. She Works Hard

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Roy tells IDiva that she’s a hard worker, and that this is something she’s learned from working as an actress. “My biggest learnings while working in TV were discipline, commitment and conviction; of playing one single character with the same conviction and spontaneity for months and sometimes even years. There's no shortcut to hard work. Have respect for your own and everyone else’s time.”

3. She Doesn’t Let Criticism Get To Her

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Roy tells IDiva that she doesn’t let haters or any criticism get to her. “Many years back when I had joined social media platforms, I used to wonder how people can be so unkind and it used to bother me. Soon, I realised, they are phantom beings hiding behind their screens writing rubbish which actually says the kind of pitiful people they are. So there is nothing to feel bad there. You should say a prayer for them and let them be.”

4. She Loves Yoga

Roy is a fan of yoga and meditation. She talked about this in this Instagram post. “Can’t begin to explain how yoga and meditation has helped change my mindset and in turn has brought positive impact on my body,” she wrote in the caption. “It is so so imp to include yoga in daily life for a person's body, mind and soul. Start slow and steady, simple things, what your body can adapt quickly, slowly you ll see your body and mind asking for more. Replace the craving for bad with the good. Slow & steady. One tiny change at a time. And tog it ll bring the physical and mental discipline which ll have a positive impact on your entire day, helps me be way less vague & anxious than I used to be before. I hope for all of us to continue and let go of all the garbage that we don’t need in our minds and lives and bring positive changes lil by lil err’yday.”

5. She Goes To The Beach

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Roy spends a lot of time outside. In particular, she loves to go to the beach. She shares a bunch of posts on Instagram of herself by the water. Roy shared this video of herself walking through the water, captioning it, “Hello Miami.” She also shared this photo of herself at the beach, captioning it, “Me to the sea.”

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Surbhi Chandna is an actress, known for her role in Naagin 5. She also recently enjoyed a beach vacation. Chandna posted a new video from her trip on Instagram. In it, she walked on the beach enjoying an ice cream cone. She wore a black swimsuit, looking stunning. She captioned the post, “Cazh beach walks. Coconut ice cream. Holiday mood. Adventure calling.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Surbhi Chandna 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 Transformed For A Role

When Chandna signed on to appear in Naagin 5, she had to get in shape. She shared her process to Times Of India. "I had to say bye-bye to all the happy weight and bring a transformation because my character needed that,” she explained. “If you are playing a naagin you need to look sexy, fit and someone who can easily do the stunts. The previous seasons' actresses, who played naagins, had already set a bar so high, that it was important to look different and set a new trend."

2. She Did Her Own Stunts

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In Naagin 5, Chandna did a lot of her own stunts. "When I signed up for the show, I did not have time to go to the gym, because we were shooting for 12-13 hours,” she tells Times Of India. “Naagin is not a show that requires you to be at one place throughout the day. The show had a fast pace, we had to run around a lot because of outdoor scenes and do a lot of stunts and action scenes. This helped me burn my calories, so I was burning good calories on the sets, shooting for 12-13 hours."

3. She Believes In Balance

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Chandna opened up about her diet to Times Of India. She says that she believes in eating a balanced diet. "I used to eat bhakhri, rice, veggies, chicken and fish. I also consumed jowar bhakhris. I kept away from junk food but I had my 'cheat' days when I used to go out and eat pav bhaji and pizza. The idea was to be physically active and run around a lot, eat in small proportions than totally deprive yourself."

4. She Stays Consistent

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When Chandna isn’t on set doing stunts, she still makes time to workout. She shared some of her favorite exercises to Times Of India. "I am thankful that I achieved my fitness goals playing a Naagin,” she says. “I have time on hand. I will again go back to doing my zumba and pilates to maintain my fitness levels."

5. She Swims

Chandna spends a lot of time in the water. She likes to swim to keep herself in shape, and shares a lot of photos of herself doing this on Instagram. Chandna shared this set of photos of herself enjoying a pool day, including shots of herself in the water. She captioned the post, “Island Girl. Day 1 in Koh Samui.” She also shared this set of pool photos, captioning them, “The ultimate water baby.”

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Actress Shalini Pandey is having a pool day. And she is looking amazing while doing so. Pandey posted a new series of photos on Instagram of herself on the dock of the pool. She wore a polka dot one piece, looking gorgeous. She captioned the post, “Say what? Polka dot!”


Read on to see 5 ways Shalini Pandey 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 Dances

Pandey starred in a film that required her to learn choreography. She tells Urban Asian that all this dancing helped her get in shape. “For this particular weight loss, I got on a meal plan and luckily I was doing a film. Which required immense amount of dance rehearsals that added to my weight loss. So, there is nothing specific that I did to shed my weight but I feel the meal plan worked really well. I was dancing for around four hours daily and that’s a lot of cardio which helped me a lot.”

2. She’s Confident

Pandey says that she is confident in herself and with her body. “I have always been confident of my physique,” she told Urban Asian. “I never really paid attention to what people were saying about it. I loved whichever phase. I was in physically and never really put pressure on myself to be a certain body type.”

3. She Grew Up Athletic

Pandey tells Urban Asian that she grew up playing a lot of sports, which has helped her stay in shape now. “I was always into sports. I started swimming since the 5th standard. I was into a lot of sports actually like badminton and volleyball and others. I was quite an outdoor kind of a kid. So yes, I have been a fitness freak since ever.”

4. She Swims

Pandey loves to go swimming. And she always brings a buddy with her. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself and her dog in the pool together. Pandey captioned the reel, “That’s my girl.”

5. She Has A Dog

Pandey has an adorable golden retriever, who is featured on her Instagram. Having a dog has a lot of benefits. According to Harvard Health, “Owning a dog can prompt you to be more physically active — have leash, will walk. Just petting a dog can reduce the petter's blood pressure and heart rate (while having a positive effect on the dog as well).”

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Mouni Roy in Bathing Suit Muses on “Life’s Moments”

The TV personality posted a stunning photo on Instagram.

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Indian actress, singer and dancer Mouni Roy has never been afraid to show off her stunning features or post swimsuit photos on Instagram. Roy posted another series of stunning photos and one video on her social media page this week. In the post, Roy lounged on a chair, while she posed in a bright yellow bathing suit. How does she stay in shape? Read on to see 5 ways Mouni Roy 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 Likes To Dance

Roy may be an actress, but she’s also a great dancer. She posted this video on her Instagram account of herself and a professional dancer doing a duet in the studio. Roy’s love of dance is a great way for her to stay in shape. According to a piece from CNN by Robert Jimison, dance is a great way to stay active and help your mental state. Jimison cites quotes from dance physical therapist at NYU, Emily Sandow, about how dance can improve your balance. “The aging population is at high risk for falls, and we think dance, especially, can be beneficial in reducing the risk of falls, because dance is just a series of balance tests,” Sandow said.

2. She Hits The Beach

If you take one look at Roy’s Instagram account, you’ll notice that she is a big fan of going to the beach. Roy has posted a lot of photos of herself enjoying time by the water. Going to the beach actually has a lot of benefits for your body and your mind. Spending time outside is a great way to get vitamin D. The beach can also be a way for you to relax, according to WebMD. “Some studies show that your senses experiencing the same thing over and over again can cause stress. When you change your setting and go to the beach, your senses are engaged in new sights, smells, tastes, and sounds. This can improve your mental state and increase feelings of relaxation.

3. She Loves Veggies With Noodles

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Roy has been a bit shy about her diet, but she does try to eat healthy. In this reel that she posted on Instagram, Roy and her friends are seen eating a dish that contains noodles and veggies. While noodles, and other forms of pasta, are considered carbs, and might not be the healthiest, they do have benefits for your body. According to Healthline.com, egg noodles like the ones Roy was eating, have less calories than regular pasta, and provide vitamins like magnesium and B vitamins.

4. She Doesn’t Let Critics Get To Her

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Being on social media can be difficult, especially if you are in the public eye. You open yourself up to criticism and hate from people. However, Roy seems to ignore the critics, as she shared this quote Roy shared on Instagram from Radhi Devlukia-Shetty. She said that this quote stuck with her, and captioned the post, “Only if we understood the difference between criticism & helping, running someone down with gossip & truely caring; our hearts & minds would be lovelier and not just our communities.”

5. She Loves Yoga

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Roy is a big fan of practicing yoga and meditation according to this post from her Instagram. Roy revealed in the post that yoga and meditation have had a lot of benefits for her body and her mind. She writes, “Can’t begin to explain how yoga and meditation has helped change my mindset and in turn has brought a positive impact on my body.. it is so important to include yoga in daily life for a person's body, mind and soul. Start slow and steady, simple things, what your body can adapt quickly, slowly you'll see your body and mind asking for more. Replace the craving for bad with the good. Slow & steady. One tiny change at a time.”

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Actress Raai Laxmi, star of films like Officer Arjun Singh IPS Batch 2000, is spending time by the beach. She’s also posting several new photos on Instagram of herself enjoying the sun and fun. Laxmi posted two photos of herself posing on the beach in a yellow and gold swimsuit. She captioned one photo with three sun emojis, and the other by writing, “Witnessing your own growth is a beautiful sight.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Raai Laxmi 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 Scuba Diving

Laxmi loves to go to the beach. One thing that she loves to do when she’s there is go scuba diving. Laxmi posted this reel on Instagram of herself going for a dive. She dove off a boat and swam amongst the fish and other sea creatures. She captioned the reel, “If I could live here.”

2. She Strength Trains

One way Laxmi likes to stay in shape is by doing strength training workouts. She posts several photos and videos on Instagram of herself doing different strength based exercises at the gym. She posted this reel of herself lifting a weight, captioning it, “It’s a slow process, but quitting won’t speed it up! Back to functional training after long, but getting there with the help of my trainer.” She also posted this photo of herself about to lift a barbell, captioning it, “There is no shortcut, it takes time to build a better, stronger version of yourself.”

3. She Rides ATVs

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Laxmi is a big fan of riding ATVs. She posted this series of photos on Instagram of herself going for a ride in the sand. Laxmi did this activity on New Year’s Eve, as she captioned the post, “Riding into 2022. What a way to end 2021. Made enough memories. Perfect way to say goodbye 2021.”

4. She Wants To Show Different Sides Of Herself

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Laxmi wants her fans to see her play different roles. In 2019, she took on the role of a woman on the run in the film Mirugaa, and she told The Hindu that she wanted people to see her play more serious roles. “I just thought people have seen me do a lot of commercial films, and so playing a role like this. I wanted to make people think that I can pull off these serious roles. Clearly, I’m experimenting, just doing things where people will get to see a different me.”

5. She’s A Feminist

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Laxmi is a proud feminist, and is outspoke about sexism faced in the film and acting world. She tells The Hindu, “I wouldn’t mind seeing a female cinematographer. But if the director is a man, there are a lot of restrictions to the way he would talk on the set, especially if he has a female senior technician on the floor. These are some reasons people don’t take a chance [with women]. It is not a great reason but people in the industry are way more casual and they always want to be in their comfort space. When a woman enters the picture, the guy thinks he cannot control it and then the work space becomes diplomatic.”

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Sharvari's Beach Workout is Hardcore Tire Training in Black Outfit

Discover how rising star Sharvari dominates the fitness game with strength training, yoga, padel, boxing, and running.

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Sharvari isn’t just making waves in the film industry—she’s dominating the fitness game too. Known for her roles in Munjya, Maharaj, and Vedaa, the rising star proves that strength and discipline extend far beyond the big screen.
In her latest Instagram post, Sharvari showcased her grit with a hardcore beach workout, flipping a massive tire in the sand. Dressed in a sleek black workout set, she didn’t just make the workout look effortless—she made it look empowering. Adding a playful pun to her caption, she wrote, “Never tyre’d of a good beach workout.”
So, how does she stay in such incredible shape? From strength training to boxing, here’s a look at her go-to fitness moves.

She Strength Trains

In her Instagram post, Sharvari is seen doing a strength training exercise. The Mayo Clinic says that strength training has a lot of benefits. “Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories. Strength training may enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Strength training can also protect your joints from injury. Building muscle also can contribute to better balance and may reduce your risk of falls. This can help you maintain independence as you age.”

She Does Yoga

Sharvari shares a lot of her favorite workouts on Instagram. One thing she likes to do is yoga. Sharvari posted this video of herself doing poses on her page. John Hopkins Medicine states that yoga is very beneficial. “Regular yoga practice may reduce levels of stress and body-wide inflammation, contributing to healthier hearts. Several of the factors contributing to heart disease, including high blood pressure and excess weight, can also be addressed through yoga.”

She Plays Padel

Sharvari likes to play padel to keep herself in shape. She shared this set of photos on Instagram of herself on the court. Playing padel has a lot of health benefits. Everybody Health & Leisure says, “It improves cardiovascular fitness, helps to build strength and endurance, enhances coordination and promotes overall physical and mental well-being. Not to mention, it’s a fantastic way to burn calories.”

She Boxes

Another thing that Sharvari does to keep herself in shape is box. She first picked this up when training for the film, Vedaa. She shared this set of photos on Instagram of herself punching a bag. Sharvari captioned the post, “BEAST MODE on for Vedaa! ⚠️☠️🥊 Took up boxing to become Vedaa... Now I am ready to pack a punch or be strong enough to take a brutal beating 💪#Vedaa coming to a theatre near you on August 15th.”

She Runs

Sharvari likes to run to keep herself in shape. She shared this set of photos on Instagram of herself running on the beach. She captioned the post, “Decided to seas the day!” Better Health says that running is very beneficial. “Regular running or jogging offers many health benefits. Running can: help to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise, strengthen muscles, improve cardiovascular fitness, burn plenty of kilojoules, help maintain a healthy weight.”

Natasa Stankovic in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares "Wednesday Challenge"

Stankovic shares her go-to workout moves, from squats to lunges, cardio, Pilates, and strength training.

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Natasa Stankovic isn’t just a content creator—she’s a fitness inspiration. Known for sharing intense workout sessions on Instagram, she keeps her followers motivated with creative exercise challenges and dynamic routines.

In her latest post, Stankovic teamed up with Aleksandar Illic for a lower body blast, pushing through variations of squats and lunges. Dressed in a sleek two-piece workout set, she captioned the session, “Wednesday challenge,” proving that fitness is all about consistency and fun.

So, how does she maintain her lean, strong physique? From strength training to Pilates, here’s a look at Stankovic’s go-to workout moves.

She Does Squats

Stankovic does squats to keep herself in shape, as you can see in her Instagram video. Piedmont says that this exercise has a lot of health benefits. “Whether you’re hoping to tone your muscles, strengthen your core or just improve overall health, squats are one of the best exercises you can do. Although the movements appear relatively simple, squats can take time to master. Joel Hardwick, ACSM EP-C, EIM2, an exercise physiologist at Piedmont Atlanta Fitness Center, says practice will pay off…Hardwick explains that squats are a compound, multi-joint movement, which means they exercise several muscle groups. When you perform a squat, you work your calves, quads, hamstrings, glutes, core and part of your back.”

She Does Lunges

Stankovic is also seen doing lunges in her Instagram video. The Mayo Clinic reports that lunges are very beneficial to do. “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. The lunge is a great conditioning exercise for many sports, especially those that involve lunging movements, such as tennis, basketball or soccer.”

She Does Cardio

Stankovic likes to do cardio workouts to keep herself in shape. She shared this video of herself doing fast box jumps in different directions on Instagram. Stankovic captioned it, “Morning cardio challenge.” Cardio exercises have a lot of benefits. The Cleveland Clinic says, “When you work your heart and other muscles of your body during cardio exercise, this increases oxygen supply to your whole body, allowing all muscles to work harder and more efficiently. Over time, regular cardio exercise allows your muscles to adapt to an increased workload, making regular activities seem easier.”

She Does Pilates

Stankovic shares a lot of her favorite workouts in an Instagram story highlight. In some of the stories, she is seen doing Pilates exercises on a reformer. Pilates is very beneficial. The Cleveland Clinic says, “One of the reasons Pilates is such a good workout is that it specifically focuses on building core strength.”

She Strength Trains

Stankovic likes to strength train to keep herself in shape. She shared this Instagram story of herself using dumbbells. ACE Fitness says that strength training and using weights has a lot of health benefits. “Strength training with heavy weights improves muscle definition. Muscle definition occurs as the result of muscles remaining in a state of semi-contraction and heavy strength training recruits the larger type II muscle fibers responsible for a muscle’s appearance.”

Kim French in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares "Real Results" Workout

Learn how she sculpts her powerhouse physique with deadlifts, lunges, squats, and more.

Kim French is more than just a personal trainer—she’s a fitness coach who empowers thousands through her Believe App and Instagram workouts. Known for her structured, effective home training plans, she proves that you don’t need a gym full of heavy weights to build serious strength.

In a recent Instagram post, French shared a glimpse of her at-home training, reminding followers that smart training delivers "REAL results." Rocking a sleek two-piece workout set, she showcased some of her go-to exercises, emphasizing that with the right strategy, anyone can see progress.

So what’s in her routine? From deadlifts to hip thrusts, here’s how French sculpts her powerhouse physique.

She Does Deadlifts

French is seen doing deadlifts in her Instagram post. This exercise has a lot of benefits. NASM says, “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. The move was introduced to the masses in the 90s by Romanian weightlifter Nicu Vlad (an Olympic and World Weightlifting champion) and his coach Dragomir Cioroslan. The two invented the move to help Nicu strengthen his back for the clean and jerk. Today, RDLs are commonly used to strengthen the posterior chain, using the core muscles to stabilize and the hamstrings and glutes to drive the movement.”

She Does Lunges

Another exercise that French is seen doing in her Instagram post is lunges. NASM says that they are very beneficial. “The lunge is a versatile, simple and effective movement for lower body training. Various positions, planes of motion and speeds can all yield different training adaptations for the exerciser. Lunges are the gift that keeps on giving!”

She Does Squats

French is seen doing squats in her Instagram video. According to The Cleveland Clinic, squats are very beneficial. “Here’s a quick look at the many benefits of squats, also known as bodyweight squats or air squats: Works major muscle groups. Burns calories. Strengthens your core. Improves lower body strength. Enhances stability and balance. Betters your posture.”

She Does Hamstring Curls

French is seen doing hamstring curls in her Instagram post. According to The Mayo Clinic, hamstring curls are very beneficial. “The seated hamstring curl is an exercise you can do with a weight machine to work the muscles in the back of the thigh. As the name implies, the seated hamstring curl targets the hamstring muscles here in the back of the thigh. Strong hamstring muscles help to protect your ligaments in the knee.”

She Does Hip Thrusts

French shared this video on Instagram of herself doing hip thrusts. She captioned it, “Hip Thrusts are no doubt one of the best exercises for building your Glutes but of course with any exercise, the form has to be correct for you to see the maximum benefits…✖️ Feet too far forwards will engage your hamstrings more ✖️ Feet too close to you will engage your quads more ✔️ Feet placed so your calves are vertical will engage your glutes more.”