Sofía Vergara in Bathing Suit Enjoys "Summer Weekends"

In case you are wondering how Sofía Vergara is spending her down time this season, you can find her in the sun wearing a swimsuit. The Modern Family star shared a photo of herself wearing a blue bathing suit and oversized sunnies in her latest social media post. “Summer weekends,” she captioned the Instagram snaps. How does the 49-year-old maintain her forever young figure? Read on to see 6 ways Sofía Vergara 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 Exercises

If you want a body like Sofía's, you are going to have to sweat for it. She revealed to Women’s Health that she exercises three or four times a week with a trainer. She also does at-home workouts, thanks to her husband, Joe Manganiello. “Joe built a very nice gym in the house, so I don't have any excuses," she said. "Finding time to exercise can be a challenge. To make it easier, schedule time to exercise as you would any other appointment. Plan to watch your favorite show while walking on the treadmill, read while riding a stationary bike, or take a break to go on a walk at work," says the Mayo Clinic.

2. She Does Megaformer Workouts

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Sofía is a big fan of Megaformer workouts. She describes the piece of equipment as “an advanced Pilates machine" combining cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility, she told Women’s Health. "The abdominal, hip and back muscles are often collectively referred to as the body’s core. Pilates exercises are designed to strengthen this core by developing pelvic stability and abdominal control. In addition, the exercises improve flexibility and joint mobility and build strength," says the Mayo Clinic.

3. She Forces Herself to Exercise

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Some stars love exercising, but not Sofía. She explains that her husband loves breaking a sweat, but "it's like torture” for her. "I'm in a bad mood two hours before, I'm in a bad mood while I'm doing it, I'm in a bad mood at the end because I have to schedule the next class," she told Women’s Health.

4. She Recently Incorporated Weight Lifting Into Her Routine

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Sofía recently started pumping iron. “The one thing that I have done that really has made a difference in my body is lifting weights. Not crazy weights. But, you know, like five pounds, seven pounds, 10 pounds. Twelve pounds is the maximum I can do. It keeps your muscles tight, and your skin tighter to you,” she told Health. “I’ve done Pilates and spinning, and I’ve tried all sorts of things—and they’re great.”

5. Her Guilty Pleasure? Cake

Sofía allows herself to cheat. "I heard about someone in L.A. who got hypnotized so they wouldn't eat candy," she told Shape. "I'm seriously looking into that because I'm obsessed. When I do indulge, I exercise a bit harder the next day. My workout motto is really simple: No pain, no cake!"

6. Her Diet Is Antioxidant-Rich

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Sofía makes sure to eat lots of antioxidants. Not only does healthy eating keep her in shape, it helps maintain her glow. “I eat a lot of vegetables, and I eat blueberries, and I drink green tea. And I add, like, a spoon of powdered collagen to chamomile tea at night—I don’t know what that does [laughs] but I do it! And I try to drink lots of water,” she told Health. "Scientists have shown that blueberries are loaded with compounds (phytonutrients) that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Blueberries may also improve short-term memory and promote healthy aging. Blueberries are a low-calorie source of fiber and vitamin C — 3/4 cup of fresh blueberries has 2.7 grams of fiber and 10.8 milligrams of vitamin C," says the Mayo Clinic.

Actress Claudia Vergara, niece of Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara, just shared a new set of photos and videos on her page this week. In them, she posed on the beach in a green bathing suit. She captioned the video, “New fave swim.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Claudia Vergara 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

Vergara spends a lot of time at the beach or the pool. She shares a lot of photos and videos on Instagram of herself by the water. Naturally, Vergara likes to swim to stay in shape. She shared this video of herself and a friend swimming in the ocean. Vergara also posted these photos of herself in the pool, captioning it, “Last one is my actual mood.”

2. She Rides Jet-Skis

Swimming isn’t the only water activity Vergara likes to do. She also enjoys jet-skiing. For her birthday, Vergara did some jet-skiing with friends. In the first photo in this series she posted on Instagram, she is seen riding the waves with a friend. She captioned the post, “It's been exactly a week and I still haven't been able to process what this birthday was. If I had to choose only one day of my life, I would choose this one without hesitation for a single second.”

3. She Walks Her Dogs

Vergara has a dog, whom she features on her Instagram account. Naturally, one thing she does to stay in shape is go on walks with her dog. In this video she shared from her vacation, Vergara is seen walking for her dog. She captioned it, “A day in paradise.” Vergara also posted this photo of herself and her dog walking in Los Angeles, captioning it, “We love it here.”

4. She Loves Oysters

Vergara shares a lot of her favorite foods on Instagram. One thing she enjoys is seafood. Specifically, she enjoys oysters. Vergara shared this photo of herself enjoying a plate of them on the beach in Jondal. The Cleveland Clinic states that oysters have a lot of benefits. “Each oyster can have up to 2g of protein, depending on their size. That means a half-dozen oysters can give you around 12 grams of protein which is equivalent to about 2 oz of meat.”

5. She Loves Coffee

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Another thing Vergara enjoys is coffee. She shares a lot of photos on Instagram of herself enjoying a cup of coffee. She shared this photo of herself drinking black coffee, captioning it, “May your coffee be strong and your Monday be short.” The John’s Hopkins Medicine reports that coffee has a lot of benefits. “Caffeine is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about coffee. But coffee also contains antioxidants and other active substances that may reduce internal inflammation and protect against disease.”

Sofía Vergara, the star of Modern Family and Hot Pursuit, is known for making 49 look 29. That was clearer than ever this Memorial Day Weekend when she posted a series of photos in a swimsuit wearing Foster Grant sunglasses. “Ready pal summer,” she captioned one, while another said “Memorial Day Weekend.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 7 ways Sofía Vergara 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. This is Her Workout Schedule

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"Typically, if we have a good filming schedule where she has availability, we'll work out between 5-7 days, which is a lot. But she takes a lot of time off when she's busy," said Jennifer Yates, her trainer, to Marie Claire. "It's fine to give yourself a break—your body comes back stronger. You have to let your body rest, even if you're working out a few days during the week. That's why we rotate with Sofia. We have days in between when she rests. If you exhaust the muscles, you're more prone to getting injured."

2. She Was Diagnosed With Thyroid Cancer

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“At 28 years old during a routine doctor’s visit, the doctor felt a lump in my neck. They did a lot of tests and finally told me tat I had thyroid cancer,” Vergara said. “When you’re young and you hear that word ‘cancer,’ your mind goes to so many places. But I tried not to panic, and I decided to get educated. I read every book and found out everything I could about it.” She added: “I was fortunate to have caught it early and to have the support of my doctors and, most importantly, my family. I learned a lot during that time. Not just about thyroid cancer, but I also learned that in times of crisis, we’re better together”

3. She Does Pilates

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"I do Pilates. I'm in a bad mood two hours before and while I'm doing it and then I'm done, because I know I have to come back and do it again," she told Redbook. "I'm always asking Joe, 'Why do people always say they feel great working out?' I just want to go home and lie down."

4. She Enjoys Sushi

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“All types of fish contain protein, but only some have omega-3 fats. These healthy fats benefit your heart by reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease or blood clots. Additionally, they provide brain boosts and have anti-inflammatory properties. Mackerel is a good source of omega-3 fats, as is salmon, tuna and eel,” says the Cleveland Clinic. “Sushi rolls with avocado are also good sources of monounsaturated fat, another heart-healthy fat that can reduce bad cholesterol.”

5. She Promotes Mammograms

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“And just to make today more stressful I went and got my mammogram 😖😖 #allgood 👍 #dontforgetyours❤️,” she once captioned a post. “A mammogram is an X-ray image of your breasts. It can be used either for breast cancer screening or for diagnostic purposes, such as to investigate symptoms or unusual findings on another imaging test,” says the Mayo Clinic. “A traditional mammogram creates two-dimensional images of the breast. A newer type of mammogram called a 3D mammogram (breast tomosynthesis) creates three-dimensional images of the breast. Many medical facilities offer the 3D mammogram in addition to the traditional 2D mammogram for breast cancer screening.”