Rakul Preet Singh in Bathing Suit Says "Pause and Reflect"

Indian actress Rakul Preet Singh is taking a moment to pause. In her latest Instagram post, the 31-year-old shows off her phenomenal figure in a swimsuit in an image taken during a recent getaway at the JW Marriott Maldives. “Pause and reflect,” she captioned the throwback snap. How does she maintain her fabulous figure? Read on to see 8 ways Rakul Singh 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 Vegan

Raku recently committed to a plant-based diet, maintaining that it helped her lose weight. “Turning vegan was something that was really not on my mind. But it was a sudden calling that I got and I stopped feeling the desire to eat non-vegetarian food. The more I got into meditation, the more I started to feel a difference on days that my diet was vegetarian. Although I would not eat meat at every meal, I felt nicer when I consumed vegan and vegetarian food,” she told Health Shots. “After trying this for a month, I decided maybe I want to continue this. I saw a difference in my skin and I felt much lighter. What was very exciting for me was I could eat dal chawal and sabzi, and not put on weight. On the contrary, I was shedding weight initially, and I felt much lighter, even though I was eating a large quantity of carbs.”

2. She Doesn’t Use the World Diet

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Rakul revealed to Health Shots that she avoids using the word diet, and in fact, finds it depressing.

3. She Doesn’t Treat Fitness Like a Fad

“I don’t treat fitness as a fad, and it’s not something I follow just because I am an actor,” she told Times of India. “A healthy lifestyle is important for each one of us, irrespective of our profession. For me, it is as important as eating and breathing. A healthy lifestyle leads to a healthy mind, which is more productive. So, fitness makes me happy.”

4. She Loves Rice

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Rakul told Health Shots that her diet involves a lot of veggies, revealing one of her favorite foods is Thai curry with rice. “When people hear I eat rice, they get really surprised. Yes, I eat rice for both lunch and dinner. It’s good carbs, and there’s a difference between good and bad carbs. You can eat chole bhature, not that I eat, but it can also be a part of a vegan diet,” she said.

5. She Encourages Lifestyle Changes

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“Any sort of lifestyle change happens only when you truly want it to happen when it’s something that you have decided for yourself,” she told Health Shots. “It’s somewhat of an experiment that you do on yourself, and if it works for you, you can continue doing it. Nobody can force you to leave meat. Nobody can force you to adapt to any lifestyle, and for that matter, work out or eat clean. It’s a calling and when you start seeing a difference in yourself is when you will want to do it.”

6. She Loves Outdoor Exercise

Rakul is a big fan of burning calories al fresco. “I love outdoor activities, be it trekking or cycling. I am an outdoor person; you can’t lock me in a room and say, ‘Let’s play some board games’. Outdoor activities energize me and also help me connect with a lot of things, spiritually,” she told Times of India.

7. She Does Lots of Workouts

Rakul maintains variety with exercise. “Lifting weights, doing high-intensity workouts, cycling, enjoying adventure sports... I do it all. I also practice yoga, which helps me achieve mind-body-soul balance,” she told Times of India.

8. She Believes “Strong Is Sexy”

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“It’s sad that people don’t understand the importance of fitness and limit it to certain professions. They assume that it’s only for people who want to be thin. Unfortunately, being lean and having six-pack abs define fitness today. But, that doesn’t mean that one is healthy,” she told Times of India about her approach to fitness. “What’s important to me is my energy levels and how much strength I have. Strong is the new sexy. Everyone should be able to lift their own body weight, and every girl should be able to do at least a normal push-up. Good endurance is important, too.”

Rakul Preet Singh, star of De De Pyaar De, is on vacation at the beach. She made sure to get a stunning new photo for her Instagram followers. In it, she posed on the stairs on the shore. She wore a multicolored spotted bikini and matching skirt. She captioned the post, “Wander often, wonder always.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Rakul Preet Singh 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 Swims

Singh loves to go to the beach, and go swimming as a way of working out. When Singh was vacationing in the Maldives, she did a lot of swimming. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself wading in the ocean. Singh captioned the photo, “Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, and drink the wild air.”

2. She’s An Environmentalist

Singh is passionate about the environment. For World Environment Day, Singh posted this reel on Instagram of herself snorkeling in the ocean. She encouraged her followers to take care of the planet in the caption, writing, “Not just the soil, there is a whole world below the ocean that needs our care. Let's be planet friendly. World Environment Day.”

3. She Does Yoga

Singh loves to practice yoga as a way to keep herself in shape. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself upside down in the studio. Singh captioned the post, “When life turns upside down, simply adjust your thoughts.”

4. She Stretches

Singh never forgets to stretch her muscles. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself doing a leg stretch. In it, Singh is seen balancing her foot in an aerial yoga strap. She captioned the photo, “Choose stretching over stressing.” Try this, from the Mayo Clinic:

"Your quadriceps muscle runs along the front of your thigh. To stretch your quadriceps muscles:

• Stand near a wall or a piece of sturdy exercise equipment for support.
• Grasp your ankle and gently pull your heel up and back until you feel a stretch in the front of your thigh.
• Tighten your stomach muscles to prevent your stomach from sagging outward, and keep your knees close together.
• Hold for about 30 seconds.
• Switch legs and repeat."

5. She Does Plank Workouts

Singh has an amazing set of abs, which means she does a lot of core workouts. One type of workout that she likes to do is a plank, and variations on plank exercises. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself doing different plank exercises. Singh is seen doing plank-ups, plank jumps, and mountain climbers, among other things. She captioned the reel, “This is how I like to dance.”

Rakul Preet Singh is on the March cover of Travel and Leisure India. She traveled all the way to Thailand to shoot the photo. Singh just shared the cover from the shoot on Instagram. In it, she sat on a boat in the ocean. Singh wore a ruffled multicolor swimsuit with different patterns. How does she stay so fit?Read on to see 5 ways Rakul Preet Singh 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’s Vegan

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Singh is a vegan. She opened up about how she made this choice to HealthShots. “Turning vegan was something that was really not on my mind. But it was a sudden calling that I got and I stopped feeling the desire to eat non-vegetarian food. The more I got into meditation, the more I started to feel a difference on days that my diet was vegetarian. Although I would not eat meat at every meal, I felt nicer when I consumed vegan and vegetarian food.”

2. She Focuses On Happiness

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Singh tells HealthShots that her main focus for wellness is what makes her happy. “When your mind and heart are happy, there’s a positive impact on everything you do,” she explains. “The energy that you exude and feel is more positive. I know it might sound odd, but I had read somewhere that when you consume veggies, you aren’t really consuming negative vibes of the dead. All in all, I do feel a difference.”

3. She Likes Good Carbs

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While many people are afraid of carbs, Singh isn’t. She tells HealthShots that she enjoys good, healthy carbs. “One of my most favourite foods is Thai curry with rice. When people hear I eat rice, they get really surprised. Yes, I eat rice for both lunch and dinner. It’s good carbs, and there’s a difference between good and bad carbs.”

4. She Boxes

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Singh shares a lot of her favorite exercises on Instagram. One thing she likes to do is box. She posted this video of herself sparring with a trainer. Singh captioned the post, “Don’t give up. Glove up.” Harvard Health reports that boxing can help with balance and posture, and can strengthen upper body and core muscles.

5. She Works Her Legs

Singh doesn’t skip leg day. In fact, she makes sure to push herself doing lower body exercises. She shared this gym video on Instagram. In it, Singh is seen using the leg curl machine at the gym, while a trainer works with her. She attempts to do 150 repetitions. Singh captioned the post, “Endure the pain, enjoy the gain!”

Actress Parineeti Chopra loves to spend time by the water. She’s currently on vacation in Pulau and is making sure to get some photos for social media. Chopra posted a new photo on Instagram of herself taking a boat ride. She wore a black bikini, looking stunning. Chopra captioned the post, “Just give me a boat, a bikini and my dive computer …🪸⌚️ #Peace #ScubaDiving #Ambassadiver #WorldOceansDay #Sangalaki.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Parineeti Chopra 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’s Motivated

One of Chopra’s workout secrets? She actually wants to workout. She tells Times of India, "I am a 25-year-old and there is no reason for me to look fat. I want to look great. I am taking care of myself and I am losing even more weight because I want to look better." "But you don't have to do it alone. Talk to your doctor, family and friends for support. Ask yourself if now is a good time and if you're ready to make some necessary changes. Also, plan smart: Anticipate how you'll handle situations that challenge your resolve and the inevitable minor setbacks," says the Mayo Clinic.

2. She Scuba Dives

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Chopra loves to go to the beach and spend time in the water. She is an avid scuba diver, and has posted several diving photos and videos on Instagram. She posted this video of herself diving in the Indian Ocean, surrounded by fish and rays. Chopra captioned the video, “My meditation.”

3. She Meditates

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Chopra loves to practice meditation as a way to keep a healthy wellbeing and mental state. She posted this set of photos of herself meditating in Nepal. In them, she sat outside on a mountain. Chopra captioned the post, “Daily meditation is my secret.” You could try "Emotion-centered meditation. This kind of meditation has you focus on a specific emotion. For example, focusing on how to be kind to others or on what makes you happy in your life," says the Cleveland Clinic. Or: "Meditation with movement. This type of meditation can involve focusing on breathing, holding your breath or performing specific body movements. It can also involve walking while focusing on what you observe around you."

4. She Goes Hiking

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One outdoor activity Chopra loves to do is go hiking. She posted this set of photos on Instagram of herself at the Everest Base Camp. She captioned the post, “Good morning, Mr. Everest. You taught me a lesson in humility today.”

5. She Strength Trains

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Chopra loves to lift weights and do strength training workouts to stay in shape. She posted this video on Instagram of herself doing dumbbell squats. She captioned the video, “Heavylifting for now. Cardio can weight.” "One sure way to break through a plateau is to change some or all of the variables in the workout program. These variables include: exercise selection, intensity, repetitions, sets, rest interval, tempo (speed of movement) and frequency (the number of exercise sessions in a specific period of time). To stimulate almost immediate changes in your body, increase the amount of weight (thereby increasing the intensity) you use in your workouts. If you find yourself not making any gains or simply want a different exercise program, here are six ways using heavy weights can help you make the changes you want to see in your body," says ACE Fitness.

Actress Rakul Preet Singh, star of Check, Sardar Ka Grandson, Konda Polam and many more Indian films, is currently taking a vacation in the gorgeous Maldives. Naturally, she’s making sure to go to the country’s gorgeous beaches. Singh posted a new photo on Instagram of herself in the clear blue water. She wore a pink bathing suit, and captioned the post, “Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea and drink the wild air.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Rakul Preet Singh 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 Practices Yoga and Meditation

Singh likes to share her favorite workouts on Instagram with her followers. She posts a lot of workout reels, videos, and photos on Instagram. One of Singh’s favorite ways to stay in shape is practicing yoga and meditation. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself doing a headstand yoga pose. She captioned it, “When life turns upside down simply adjust your view.” She also posted this reel of herself doing some meditation exercises.

2. She Makes Sure To Stretch

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Yoga isn’t the only way Singh does stretching and flexibility exercises. She also remembers to do other forms of stretching. Singh posted this photo on Instagram of herself doing a side leg stretch with cables. She captioned the photo, “Choose stretching over stressing.” According to Harvard Health, “Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints. Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Then, when you call on the muscles for activity, they are weak and unable to extend all the way. That puts you at risk for joint pain, strains, and muscle damage.”

3. She Works Out Her Abs

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Singh has an impressive set of abs and a flat stomach. In order to have them, she does a lot of workouts that target her abs. Singh posted this reel on Instagram of herself doing a fun set of ab exercises, set to Sean Paul’s song “Temperature.” She is seen doing plank ups, mountain climbers, and part of a sun salutation stretch. She captioned the reel, “This is how I like to dance.” Having a strong core and set of abs is important. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Core exercises train the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen to work in harmony. This leads to better balance and stability, whether on the playing field or in daily activities.”

4. She Does Strength Training Exercises

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In another of Singh’s workout reels that she posted on Instagram, she revealed that she likes to do full-body workouts. Several of her full-body exercises involve using weights and strength training. In the reel, she is seen doing kettlebell swings, using battle ropes, doing pulldown rows, and chest presses. She captioned the post, “Workout because you love your body, not because you hate it.” According to the American Cancer Society, “Strength training increases bone density and reduces the risk of fractures.”

5. She Boxes

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Singh is a big fan of boxing as a way to stay in shape. She posted this reel on Instagram of herself doing boxing exercises with a trainer, set to “Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivor. She captioned the reel, “Don’t give up, glove up.”