Romee Strijid, the Dutch model and former Victoria's Secret Angel, gave us a flashback to Switzerland this week. Even though it was cold, she still managed to spend time in a bathing suit. Strijid posted a new photo on Instagram of herself posing outside in blue swimwear, with the snow, trees, and mountains in the background. Strijid revealed in the caption that this place has a lot of meaning to her, writing, “Throwback to the place we got engaged.” (She's married to a model and consultant Laurens van Leeuwen.) How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Romee Strijid 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 Always Prepared
Strijid has an extremely busy schedule, and this means that it can be difficult to keep up with a healthy lifestyle. However, she is able to do so, and gave one of her biggest tips in an interview with Glamour. “I think the most important thing for women on-the-go is to be prepared,” she says. “I really like to prepare my day the night before if I know the next day is going to be hectic. Brussels sprouts and butternut roasted in the oven, paired with chicken and hummus is my favorite! I’ll also make sure to bring healthy snacks or make a lunch/dinner box if I am getting on a plane. I’m not a huge fan of airline food.”
2. She Switches Up Her Workouts
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Strijid is in great shape, and she says that she likes to do a lot of different workouts to work on different things. “I’m always changing my workouts because I get bored so easily with the same routines,” she tells Glamour. “I like to do a mix of weight training/cardio and something that lengthens your muscles, like Pilates, yoga, or barre.”
3. She Loves To Box
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Strijid loves to do cardio workouts as a way to stay in shape. However, her favorite type of cardio exercise is boxing. She tells Glamour, “My favorite cardio workout is definitely boxing so, when I'm not traveling, I go to Dogpound in NYC!”
4. She Packs Workout Gear When She Travels
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Strijid is always on the road, which means it can be difficult for her to consistently exercise. However, she has a secret, which she tells Glamour. “When I am traveling, I like to pack a jump rope and ankle weights in my suitcase.”
5. She’s Cutting Out Meat
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While Strijid isn’t a full-on vegetarian or vegan, she is reducing how much meat is in her diet. She says that she is incorporating a lot of veggies and grains into her diet as substitutes. “I've been trying to eat less meat, so for lunch I'll have a bowl of grains, salad, vegetables,” she says to ELLE. It's been something I've been trying to do—I think it has certain health benefits for me.”