Tessa Virtue in Bathing Suit is a "Beach Bum"
Ice queen Tessa Virtue is having some fun in the sun. The Canadian skater swaps the ice rink for the beach in her latest Instagram post, showing off her fantastically fit figure in a swimsuit while lounging on the shoreline. "Beach bums," she captioned the image. How does the 33-year-old Olympian keep herself fit? Read on to see 7 ways Tessa Virtue 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!
She Does Lots of Workouts
Ice skating isn't the only workout that keeps Tessa fit. "Leading into the Olympics, Scott [Moir] and I typically skated for four hours a day, and would then spend two hours in the gym doing various workouts including cycling, Pilates, strength circuits, and sometimes even ballroom dancing!" she revealed to Canadian Living.
She Prioritizes Recovery
Tessa makes sure to take care of herself. "As an older athlete, the balance of work and recovery has become more important. Much of a training day is devoted to treatment – we work with a massage therapist, an osteopath, and a physiotherapist," she revealed.
She Starts the Day with Hot Water and Lemon
Tessa is one of the many people who swear by starting the day with a certain beverage. "The first thing I do every morning is have a glass of hot water with lemon for its alkalinity and detox effects," she told Canadian Living. She also makes sure to hydrate throughout the day. "I drink a lot of water, sleep as much as I can, and moisturize."
She Indulges in Self-Care
"I love lighting candles, putting Epsom salts in the bathtub, putting on a "chill" playlist and soaking – it's a great way to decompress, unwind, and let my mind calm down. I also like to do a digital detox. We are all so accessible on our devices all the time, it's important to take moments to be present and mindful," she told Canadian Living about her self-care routine.
She Eats Healthy Food
"My diet isn't too strict, instead I focus on eating healthfully," she told Candian Living. "I have such a sweet tooth, and I've learned not to deprive myself, but rather practice moderation. I'm not a big cook, but I'll make poached eggs, smoothies and overnight oats."
She Sets Attainable Goals
Tessa sets realistic goals. "Setting attainable goals from the start really makes a difference," she told Huffington Post. "I always feel like when I start my day with that kind of purpose, things fall into place more naturally. I drink hot water and lemon every morning. Generally though, I like to give myself the ability to be balanced and avoid total deprivation of any kind. After all, we all deserve some treats every now and then!"
She Eats Clean
"If I had to categorize my diet it would be just eating clean," Strong Fitness Magazine. "I make sure to get lots of protein, and I love fruits and vegetables. However, I also leave room for treats. I'm a sucker for any and all kinds of dessert, and I've learned not to deprive myself, but rather maintain a healthy balance."
