Pro Boxer Christina Hammer Shares Swimsuit Photo “Enjoying the Little Things”

German professional boxer Christina Hammer is taking a step back from the ring to enjoy some peace and quiet in Ibiza, Spain. Hammer, 33, shared an Instagram video of herself posing in a bikini and skirt while overlooking the town, against a gorgeous island sunset background. “Enjoy the little things in life. Going full throttle is good, relaxing is just as important, many people forget the balance between working and enjoying life, money does not give you your time back, so enjoy the little moment, this sunset 😍🙏🏼🌊🔥,” she captioned the post. Here’s the intense lifestyle that earns Hammer her downtime.

1. Boxing Family

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Hammer started boxing very early in life. “My whole family is very athletic and loves boxing,” she says. “My uncle started boxing in the gym. I tagged along a few times and instantly fell in love with the sport. I was born in Kazakhstan; we immigrated to Germany when I was one year old. I basically grew up in Germany and always had the support of my family to pursue what I love and I always loved sports! Ironically the sport that I excelled in was boxing; meanwhile my brother played the very popular sport in Germany, soccer or football, as we call it here. I had a great childhood; I didn’t box to get out of poverty and although we emigrated to Germany, I never lived in the ghetto and boxing is not a ‘way out.’"

2. Cool Activewear

Hammer loves that she doesn't have to choose between fashion and functionality. “I think it is cool that activewear is becoming more fashionable,” she says. “This lets me blend the two parts of my personality and lifestyle. I like that I can mix some of my gym clothes with my everyday wardrobe to create a unique personal style. I also think it is great how boxing has become a popular sport for women to get in shape. Especially since being in shape makes you feel more powerful in your life.”

3. Confidence In Herself

Hammer is confident about her abilities—and makes sure everyone knows it. “I love to train and always make sure I am in peak condition,” she says. “I have good size, height and reach. My jab and my footwork are the best in the division. I believe boxing is the best sport in the world and emphasizes speed, strength, technique, tactics. You have to use your intelligence and physical advantages together every moment. My looks outside the ring is a statement about the duality of boxing. I am a beast in the ring and a beauty in the street!”

4. Embracing Femininity

Hammer embraces being both strong and feminine. “Attitudes towards femininity are changing for the positive,” she says. “People are realizing that women can be both feminine and strong! When I'm in the ring I don't wear make-up. I stay focused and train to be the best boxer. I feel great as an athlete yet there are two sides to me. When I step into the ring I feel like a champion and a ‘beast’. I want to dominate my opponent. Outside of professional boxing I'm a young woman who loves fashion, makeup, shoes… I am comfortable being both strong and sexy.”

5. Role Model

Hammer loves representing women in sports, especially one that has traditionally been male-dominated. “I do love boxing because I fight for my dreams, literally and figuratively,” she says. “As a woman, success, specifically in the ring, on an elite level, I know is empowering, not only for me but for women from all over the world who watch me perform in the ring, in prime venues televised on major networks all over the world.”

Professional boxer and MMA star Holly Holm took a break from her incredibly intense training regimen to enjoy the sun, sea, and sand on a trip to beautiful Santa Barbara, California. Holm, 41, shared a picture of herself soaking up the sun on a boat, wearing a white one-piece swimsuit with shorts and dark sunglasses. The athlete looked serene and calm, a world away from her usual high-energy competition attitude. “Legend/ one of the greatest female fighters ever,” a fan commented. Here’s exactly what Holm does to earn that accolade.

1. Sculpted Arms

Holm says she relies on body weight to get her powerfully sculpted arms. “I do some strength training but most of what I do as far as arms is bodyweight,” she says. “I’ll do pull-ups, pushups and dips. Of course with fighting, we’re constantly using our arms punching. In the clench you’re wrestling around with other people so they’re constantly being worked. I don’t ever use really heavy weights with my arms.”

2. Strength Training Workouts

Holm shares videos of her workouts on social media. “‘What do you do for strength training?’ Is always a common question,” she says. “I do a variety of many different workouts. A big majority of them are just using body weight. Pull ups being something I do frequently... we change them up... some on the rings, some on the bar, some chin ups, wide grip, narrow grip, some kipping some strict, some with a slow tempo, some explosive and fast. Today we finished with strict pull ups focusing on bringing the bar to my chest instead of just getting the chin to the bar. Thank you @teamturningpoint for your constant push.”

3. Protein-Powered Diet

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Holm’s enjoys a healthy diet with a strong focus on quality protein. “[For breakfast] I eat a bit of protein (eggs, protein shake, protein bar, chicken, beef) and some almond butter in the morning,” she says. “Sometimes I’ll make a mixture of coconut milk, chia seeds, hemp seeds and flax seeds to eat as well. It depends on the morning. Lunch usually consists of chicken breast over salad with light dressing. I love a good salad with greens and nuts, maybe some berries as well. [Dinner is] any kind of protein (beef patty, lean pork loin, grilled fish, grilled chicken) and some kind of side with it, like salad or asparagus or Brussels sprouts. Sometimes I dice up sweet potatoes and bake them with a bit of olive oil.”

4. Preparing For a Fight

Holm likes peace and quiet before a fight. “I just like to be in my own peace and quiet,” she says. “I don’t listen to music or have any music on in the locker room. I just focus and zone in. If I feel like I need music it’s because I’m needing the distraction and worked up too much. So I figure if I can’t focus long enough to think about the fight, maybe I shouldn’t be doing it anymore. I’m fine with my own peace and quiet.”

5. Importance of Confidence

Holm emphasizes how important confidence is for a fighter. “I think it’s good to have confidence in yourself with what you do in life,” she says. “You need to feel like you can accomplish things or else, how are you going to get there? If you don’t feel like you can do it, then how are you going to do it? You have to have confidence in yourself, but I definitely want to be very honest and real with myself at the same time. I’m trying to keep a good balance. I want to have confidence that I can accomplish these things. I don’t think there’s anything bad about it.”

Cristina Hurtado is living her best life on vacation in her swimsuit! The Columbian television host shows off her flawless figure in a bathing suit while vacationing in the tropics with her family. “And with these we say goodbye to the little getaway we had!” she started the caption of one of the many Instagram posts shared to her account. “No matter the destination, if the place is simple or luxurious, if it is in Colombia or outside the country, if it is near or far from where you live, if it is the sea or the mountain, these spaces are pure oxygen for the relationship! So as soon as you can, grab a morsel, two changes of clothes and start with your husband, they won't regret it!” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Cristina Hurtado 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 Had to “Start Over” After Having a Baby

After welcoming her first child, Cristina had to reset. “I felt weird when I took these pics! It had been a lot of time between pregnancy, childbirth, dieting and motherhood! It's weird to get back to the wheel, I felt like a "primipara" in this photo shoot hahaha at first I had a face like a stunner 😂😅 and then I was letting go and gaining confidence again! Luckily I had a wonderful team and very professional! I imagine this happened to a lot of you on your jobs after maternity leave! Starting over is hard, really true!!” she captioned this Instagram photo.

2. She Drinks Collagen

Cristina enjoys drinking collagen. “In life we have small victories that make us proud of ourselves, we manage to fulfill small purposes every day (read a few pages of that book, do exercise, a successful exposition, pay off debt, share a short quality time with our children or husband, etc) I have set out to take care of my health and besides eating well and exercising, I supplement my daily goal with this @medicalgreenusa from #biocollagenpremium because it takes care of my skin, tissues, hair and helps me fight free radicals!” she captioned a photo.

3. She Does Ab Work

Cristina spends a lot of time working her abs. “In this video she demonstrates some of the moves she does to keep her midsection strong and taut.

4. She Does Weight and Strength Training

Cristina doesn’t mess around when it comes to her workouts. In this video she shows off some of her moves, involving free weights. “Just to get you motivated and do it this weekend!! Remember to always consult with a professional before performing your exercise routines!” she captioned it.

5. She Swims

Cristina also swims, while on vacation and also swims laps in the pool. Swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity, according to the CDC. Just two and a half hours per week of aerobic physical activity, such as swimming, bicycling, or running, can decrease the risk of chronic illnesses. In addition to the many physical benefits, there are multiple studies supporting the mental health benefits of swimming as well.

Christina Hendricks is challenging herself – in her swimsuit. In one of her most recent social media posts the Mad Men star shows off her amazing body in a bathing suit, while revealing she recently conquered a major fear. “Those of you who know me well, know I have a fear of the ocean. But bigger than that fear, is the fear of not doing something extraordinary because I’m too scared. So, I decided I would go to the 40 ft. In Dublin and jump into the Irish Sea. But before I could take my own steps, the ocean, in one dramatic wave , grabbed me from this rock and through me under, scraping my leg, plunging me under water with a mouth full of salt water as I was gasping for breath and then pummeling me over and over again with waves that made it almost impossible to swim back to land. But I did it. And it was exhilarating. I survived. And I might even do it again. But better planning next time…. I’m proud of myself,” she captioned the rare sets of swimsuit snaps on Instagram. How does the actress approach health and wellness? Here are some of her top lifestyle habits.

1. She’s Adapted her Diet

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Hendrick revealed to Health that she has adapted her diet over the years. “As I've gotten older, I realize that my metabolism has changed. I finally had to get on board with fewer carbs and starches and sugars. I fought it kicking and screaming!” One of her tactics is making healthy food swaps. Like Greek yogurt. “I love dairy, so if I can't have sour cream or creme fraiche, it's a great substitute. I really love the tart tanginess of it. So if I'm dying for French onion dip, I just put in Greek yogurt instead of sour cream,” she said.

2. She Has Workout Buddies

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Christina’s ex-husband was her gym buddy. “We try to work out together because it makes it so much more fun—and it makes the time go by quickly,” she previously told Everyday Health.

3. She Stashes Kettlebell Weights Around Her House

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Christina keeps kettlebell weights around her house to use whenever she has a spare moment. “I keep [them] right next to the bed, so I can run my bathwater, do a set, and then do something else, and then come back and do another set,” she told Everyday Health.

4. She Dances

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The actress also likes to dance. “It’s an excellent way for me to exercise and not even know that I am,” Christina revealed. Dancing is a great workout for many reasons. Not only does it build strength and promote flexibility, but helps you lose weight and even promotes 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.

5. She Does the Elliptical and Bar Method

"I would say my favorite workout is just the elliptical and doing some free weights. I'm trying to mix it up," she added to Health. "I do Bar Method sometimes, but it's really hard!"

Bryana Holly, the model linked to newly-minted Emmy nominee Nicholas Hoult (The Great), has a fit figure. Her Instagram is full of swimsuit photos. She just posted a new one recently. In it, she lounged on the edge of an infinity pool. She captioned the post with a blue heart emoji and tagged photographer Yana Kalina. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Bryana Holly 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 Tries New Things

Holly likes to try new things when she’s on vacation. One thing she tried was going for a camel ride. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself going for a ride in the deserts of Morocco. She captioned the post, “Hump day.”

2. She Goes Hiking

Holly loves to spend time outside. One thing she likes to do is go hiking. She has posted a lot of hiking photos on Instagram. Holly posted these two photos of herself hiking with her dog. She captioned it, “I miss letting Ziggy take me on walks.”

3. She Goes To The Beach

Another outdoor activity Holly loves to do is go to the beach. Her Instagram is full of photos and videos of herself enjoying the water. She posted this set of photos and one video of herself and a friend in Belize, which featured them jumping into a lake. She captioned the post, “Running around Belize with you.”

4. She Speaks Out

Holly is not afraid to speak up for others and support causes. Her Instagram is full of political posts. During the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in June 2020, Holly posted a lot of support for the Black Lives Matter movement. She even has an Instagram story highlight on her profile.

5. She Believes In Kindness

Holly also believes in kindness. She has posted several quotes and animations on Instagram highlighting this. She posted this photo of a drawn heart accompanied by a Maya Angelou quote. It was, “Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world, but has not solved one yet.”