Peruvian star Stephanie Cayo is enjoying a beautiful getaway in Máncora, Peru. Cayo shared pictures of herself wearing a blue bathing suit, posing next to crystal clear blue waters. “I'm not that skinny anymore don't worry,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Cayo 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 Loves To Dance
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Cayo enjoys dancing, which is a great form of exercise. “Dancing is mainly linked to physical health benefits, but when you dance you are moving different parts of your body in a coordinated way, and this activates several parts of the brain,” says the British Heart Foundation. “One small study even found that dancing is associated with a lower risk of dementia.”
2. Snowboarding
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Cayo loves snow sports and activities such as snowboarding. “Skiing and snowboarding are thrilling activities and great workouts,” says the University of Rochester. “Both sports are excellent cardiovascular exercises that strengthen the heart. Because they are also weight-bearing exercises, they strengthen your bones as they tone your muscles.”
3. Kayaking and Kite Surfing
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Cayo enjoys high-energy activities such as kayaking and kite surfing. “Exercising outside can offer many benefits,” according to the National Library of Medicine. “It can help improve your mood, expose you to vitamin D from the sun, and increase your energy level. It also offers a varied landscape that you do not get indoors.”
4. Swimming
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Cayo is an avid swimmer. “Swimming is one of the most effective ways to burn calories,” says Swim England. “A gentle swim can burn over 200 calories in just half an hour, more than double that of walking. And a faster swim would see that chocolate bar gone quicker than if you went running or cycling.”
5. Hiking
Cayo really is a very outdoorsy person—she loves exploring new locations by hiking and walking. “Being in nature can boost your mood and improve mental health,” says the National Park Service. “Spending quality time in the great outdoors reduces stress, calms anxiety, and can lead to a lower risk of depression, according to a study done by researchers at Stanford University.”