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Poonam Pandey in Bathing Suit Says "Muuuuuuaaah"

Here’s how she stays so fit.

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Poonam Pandey is unveiling her swimsuit body! The Indian actress takes off her robe to reveal a white swimsuit in one of her latest social media posts. “​​Muuuuuuaaah,” she captioned the Instagram Reel shared with her followers. How does the Indian actress stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Poonam 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 Does Yoga

Poonam stays in shape with the help of yoga.The American Osteopathic Association explains that more than 100 different types, or schools, of yoga exist, with most consisting of breathing exercises, meditation, and assuming postures (sometimes called asana or poses) that stretch and flex various muscle groups.“The relaxation techniques incorporated in yoga can lessen chronic pain, such as lower back pain, arthritis, headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome,” Natalie Nevins, DO, a board-certified osteopathic family physician and certified Kundalini Yoga instructor in Hollywood, California, explained to them.

2. She Walks Her Dog

Poonam maintains an active lifestyle. One way she burns calories and improves her mental health is by walking her dog. “Day out with my boy Caesar,” she captioned a recent post.

3. She Dances

Poonam also dances, which is not only fun, but offers major health benefits, building strength and promoting flexibility, while also aiding weight loss and promoting cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.

4. She Takes “Me Time”

Despite her incredibly busy schedule, Poonam takes time for self-care. What does “me time” look like for her? She might indulge in a mani pedi, drink a glass of wine, or do a face mask at home. “Pampering myself,” she captioned a photo from a recent spa session.

5. She Isn’t Afraid to Gain Weight

Easy come, easy go. When Poonam was asked to gain weight for a role, she went for it. "I was skeptical before going ahead with it but when I read the script, I thought I would not justify the role unless I don't gain some weight to fit the bill," she told IANS.

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Poonam Pandey is unveiling her swimsuit body! The Indian actress takes off her robe to reveal a white swimsuit in one of her latest social media posts. “​​Muuuuuuaaah,” she captioned the Instagram Reel shared with her followers. How does the Indian actress stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Poonam 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 Does Yoga

Poonam stays in shape with the help of yoga.The American Osteopathic Association explains that more than 100 different types, or schools, of yoga exist, with most consisting of breathing exercises, meditation, and assuming postures (sometimes called asana or poses) that stretch and flex various muscle groups.“The relaxation techniques incorporated in yoga can lessen chronic pain, such as lower back pain, arthritis, headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome,” Natalie Nevins, DO, a board-certified osteopathic family physician and certified Kundalini Yoga instructor in Hollywood, California, explained to them.

2. She Walks Her Dog

Poonam maintains an active lifestyle. One way she burns calories and improves her mental health is by walking her dog. “Day out with my boy Caesar,” she captioned a recent post.

3. She Dances

Poonam also dances, which is not only fun, but offers major health benefits, building strength and promoting flexibility, while also aiding weight loss and promoting cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.

4. She Takes “Me Time”

Despite her incredibly busy schedule, Poonam takes time for self-care. What does “me time” look like for her? She might indulge in a mani pedi, drink a glass of wine, or do a face mask at home. “Pampering myself,” she captioned a photo from a recent spa session.

5. She Isn’t Afraid to Gain Weight

Easy come, easy go. When Poonam was asked to gain weight for a role, she went for it. "I was skeptical before going ahead with it but when I read the script, I thought I would not justify the role unless I don't gain some weight to fit the bill," she told IANS.

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Ameesha Patel, the star of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd., Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Race 2, has an Instagram full of stunning videos and photos. Patel just shared a new bathing suit shot this week. In it, she sunbathed in a black swimwear number with gold decorations. She captioned the post, “DELHI.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ameesha Patel 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 Does Squats

Patel posts a lot of workout videos on Instagram. She likes to work with a personal trainer to stay in shape. One thing she does are squats. Patel posted this video of herself doing squats with a dumbbell at the gym. She captioned the video, “Been 40 days away from training, and the first thing I come back to is SQUATS. @klinton81 pushed me always, but sensibly.”

2. She Weight Trains

Patel does a lot of weight training to keep herself in shape. She shares a lot of videos on Instagram of herself using weights. Patel posted this video of herself doing deadlifts. She captioned it, “@klinton81 trying to convince me to deadlift light after a 40 day gap in training ….Tho it feels great to hit the gym after sooooooo long.”

3. She Works Out Her Arms

Patel does a lot of arm workouts. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing tricep curls at the gym. She captioned it, “I like to visualise the working muscles during face pulls. These are my posture fix, as well as a great way to work those rear shoulder muscles.”

4. She Spends Time In The Water

Patel likes to swim as a way of staying in shape. She shared this video of herself going for a late night dip in a pool. She captioned it, “DELHI … Nothing like a dip in the warm pool minus the sunshine. Eternal water baby.”

5. She Walks

Patel spends a lot of time outside. She likes to go on walks, and posts a lot of highlights on Instagram. Patel went on a trip to Goa, and did a lot of walking through the local sights. Goa shared this video of herself walking in a park. She captioned it, “When u walk into the week in GOA … Goodnight Instafam … Bisous bisous.”

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Poonam Bajwa is sharing the latest entry of her “pool diaries” feature on social media. The Indian actress shows off her fabulous figure in her latest Instagram post, an image of herself lounging in a luxury pool. “Only from the heart can you touch the sky,” she captioned it, quoting Rumi. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Poonam 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 is Inspired by Other Women

Poonam seeks her inspiration from other women. “Any woman who is strong and independent inspires me. Be it a security lady or an army officer or an actress, if I see a woman who is very confident, sure about herself and strong, I would appreciate that a lot,” she told Behind Woods. “That’s something i always look for and admire in women. I feel good about it and it makes me happy. I feel like, wow, there’s a change happening and there are more and more women emerging out. I hope that this trend continues. It is not restricted to one famous person or someone who is close to me, I make it a point to notice it in everyday life.”

2. She Prioritizes Hydration

Staying hydrated is a crucial part of Poonam’s wellness plan. She makes sure to drink enough water by using a water bottle with measurements, which allows her to keep track of consumption and hit all of her hydration goals.

3. She Does Yoga

Poonam is one of the many stars who swear by yoga. Not only does a regular yoga practice help you stay physically fit, but the workout boasts mental health benefits as well. “Yoga diaries,” she wrote in the caption of this photo, showing herself getting her zen on.

4. She Tries to Maintain a Balanced Diet

Poonam has a “huge issue of losing and gaining weight frequently,” she told Behind Woods. “I mean it happens frequently for me. I have a tendency to put on weight easily. I think the drawback is that actors don't have a consistent routine. The schedule when you’re at work is completely different from when you’re in sets.” When she is working she tries to eat lots of fruits, salads, hot water, and green tea only. “All the damage happens when I’m at home for more than a week because that’s when your mother says ‘oh my daughter is working too hard, I have made this and please have’ and you can't’ refuse. When you say you want to diet, they don’t take it very well too, so that’s the issue indeed. This is the challenge. I try my best to strike a balance between the two,” she said, adding: “The basic thing I guess is to never starve yourself and to have your dinner early.”

5. She Does Lots of Workouts

A key piece of advice from Poonam? “Just try to be active throughout the day,” she told Behind Woods. “Also, do gymming, walking or running for an hour. It’s more important to be on your feet all day and not sit or sleep for long time. These are the basics that I follow all the time and I think this is better to do something that you can consistently keep up with rather than going for weight loss or diet phases.”

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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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Ananya Panday, star of the new movie Gehraiyaan and Student of the Year 2, is known for her good looks and acting chops, and she’s put both to good use for a recent Filmfare photoshoot. Panday just posted a new photo of herself posing in a yellow ruffled one-piece swimsuit and a blue beaded cover-up. She captioned the photo “Honey Honey.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ananya Panday 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 To Benefit Her Skin

Panaday is passionate about fitness, and not just because she wants to lose weight or tone her body. She told Vogue that she likes to do exercises that will help benefit her skin, like yoga. “It brightens up my face and makes the happy hormones flow, which, in turn, gives a pinkish flush to my cheeks,” she says of yoga.

2. She Works Out First Thing In The Morning

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Panday loves to practice yoga, and she makes sure to do so every day. She tells Vogue that she likes to exercise first thing in the morning. That way, she can get a workout in every day, without worrying about her schedule. “I swear by doing yoga first thing in the morning,” she says. “I schedule things only once my workout is done.”

3. She Eats Clean, But Sets One Day Aside To Indulge

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When it comes to her diet, Panday says to Vogue that she eats healthy most of the week. However, she also says that she will put one day of the week aside to indulge. “I eat well and clean six days a week. Then every Sunday, it’s burgers galore.”

4. She Spends Time In The Water

Panday loves to go to the beach and spend time in the water. She has posted several photos on Instagram of herself enjoying time by the water. She posted this video on Instagram of herself snorkeling in the ocean, while sea creatures swam by. She captioned the video, “Swimming with the green sea turtle - one of the most humbling experiences of my life.”

5. She Prioritizes Her Skin

Panday has gorgeous skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. She told Times Now Digitalthat she sets aside time in the mornings to take care of her skin. “It’s my me-time and it’s important to give your skin and body that respect and love.” "One of the most important ways to take care of your skin is to protect it from the sun. A lifetime of sun exposure can cause wrinkles, age spots and other skin problems — as well as increase the risk of skin cancer," says the Mayo Clinic. "For the most complete sun protection:

  • Use sunscreen. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours — or more often if you're swimming or perspiring.
  • Seek shade. Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun's rays are strongest.
  • Wear protective clothing. Cover your skin with tightly woven long-sleeved shirts, long pants and wide-brimmed hats. Also consider laundry additives, which give clothing an additional layer of ultraviolet protection for a certain number of washings, or special sun-protective clothing — which is specifically designed to block ultraviolet rays."
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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.”