Skip to content
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Valentina Ferragni in Bathing Suit is "Right Here, Right Now"

Here’s how she stays in shape.

FACT CHECKED BY Alberto Plaza
GettyImages-1406991306-crop
Stephane Cardinale/Getty Images
FACT CHECKED BY Alberto Plaza

Valentina Ferragni, the fashion influencer and designer of the jewelry brand Valentina Ferragni Studio, just shared a new swimsuit photo this week. In it, Ferragni posed in a pool in Seiser Alm. She wore a black halter lace swimsuit, her abs on display. She captioned the photo, “Right here. Right now.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Valentina Ferragni 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 Pole Dances

Street Style - Day 2 - Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2022/2023Claudio Lavenia/Getty Images

One thing Ferragni does to stay in shape is pole dance. She shares a lot of photos and videos on Instagram of herself doing this in her home. She posted this video, with the caption, “Dancing on my own.” Ferragni also posted this photo of herself striking a pose on the pole.

2. She Swims

"GQ Men Of The Year" Red CarpetStefania D'Alessandro/Getty Images

Ferragni spends a lot of time at the beach. She does a lot of water exercises to stay in shape. One thing she enjoys doing is swimming. Ferragni posted this photo on Instagram of herself snorkeling in the ocean of Lanai City, Hawaii. She captioned the post, “Modern mermaid.” Ferragni also posted this photo of herself wading in the water in Saint-Tropez.

3. She Rides Jet-Skis

"Le Raphia" Jacquemus Show : Photocall At Le BourgetEdward Berthelot/Getty Images

Ferragni likes to get her heart going and adrenaline flowing. One thing she likes to do when she goes to the beach is ride jet-skis. Ferragni posted this photo on Instagram of herself jet-skiing on a trip to Ibiza. She captioned it, “Wanna go for a ride?”

4. She Surfs

Alexandre Vauthier : Photocall - Paris Fashion Week - Haute Couture Fall Winter 2022 2023Stephane Cardinale/Getty Images

Another beach activity Ferragni likes to do is go surfing. She shares a lot of photos on Instagram of herself with her board or on the waves. Ferragni posted this photo of herself on her board in Wakeparadise Milano. She captioned the post, “Surfing in Milano.” She also shared these photos with her board in Maui.

5. She Bikes

valentina-ferragniValentina Ferragni

Ferragni likes to go biking as a way to stay in shape. She posted these photos on Instagram of herself riding through Forte Dei Marmi. She captioned the post, “Forte dei Marmi vibes.” Better Health states that biking has a lot of benefits. “Cycling is a healthy, low-impact exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from young children to older adults. It is also fun, cheap and good for the environment.”

More For You

GettyImages-1406991306-crop
Stephane Cardinale/Getty Images
FACT CHECKED BY Alberto Plaza
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Valentina Ferragni, the fashion influencer and designer of the jewelry brand Valentina Ferragni Studio, just shared a new swimsuit photo this week. In it, Ferragni posed in a pool in Seiser Alm. She wore a black halter lace swimsuit, her abs on display. She captioned the photo, “Right here. Right now.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Valentina Ferragni 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 Pole Dances

Street Style - Day 2 - Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2022/2023Claudio Lavenia/Getty Images

One thing Ferragni does to stay in shape is pole dance. She shares a lot of photos and videos on Instagram of herself doing this in her home. She posted this video, with the caption, “Dancing on my own.” Ferragni also posted this photo of herself striking a pose on the pole.

2. She Swims

"GQ Men Of The Year" Red CarpetStefania D'Alessandro/Getty Images

Ferragni spends a lot of time at the beach. She does a lot of water exercises to stay in shape. One thing she enjoys doing is swimming. Ferragni posted this photo on Instagram of herself snorkeling in the ocean of Lanai City, Hawaii. She captioned the post, “Modern mermaid.” Ferragni also posted this photo of herself wading in the water in Saint-Tropez.

3. She Rides Jet-Skis

"Le Raphia" Jacquemus Show : Photocall At Le BourgetEdward Berthelot/Getty Images

Ferragni likes to get her heart going and adrenaline flowing. One thing she likes to do when she goes to the beach is ride jet-skis. Ferragni posted this photo on Instagram of herself jet-skiing on a trip to Ibiza. She captioned it, “Wanna go for a ride?”

4. She Surfs

Alexandre Vauthier : Photocall - Paris Fashion Week - Haute Couture Fall Winter 2022 2023Stephane Cardinale/Getty Images

Another beach activity Ferragni likes to do is go surfing. She shares a lot of photos on Instagram of herself with her board or on the waves. Ferragni posted this photo of herself on her board in Wakeparadise Milano. She captioned the post, “Surfing in Milano.” She also shared these photos with her board in Maui.

5. She Bikes

valentina-ferragniValentina Ferragni

Ferragni likes to go biking as a way to stay in shape. She posted these photos on Instagram of herself riding through Forte Dei Marmi. She captioned the post, “Forte dei Marmi vibes.” Better Health states that biking has a lot of benefits. “Cycling is a healthy, low-impact exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from young children to older adults. It is also fun, cheap and good for the environment.”

"Cyrano" Red Carpet - The Red Sea International Film Festival
Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images for The Red Sea International Film Festival
FACT CHECKED BY Anna Bechtel
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Alessandra Ambrosio has been posting photos from the beach, where it seems to be a lot of work (modeling) and a lot of play (enjoying some rays). “Uh eu quero você, Como eu quero, Uuh, Como eu quero,” she captioned her latest photo, quoting a Kid Abelha song and adding an anchor, music notes and waves emojis. How does she stay so fit while keeping so busy? Read on to see 6 ways Alessandra Ambrosio 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 Says, Be the Best You Can Be

“Every woman has a different metabolism and different genetics, so rather than compete with one another, concentrate on yourself and be the best you can be. Everyone has days when they don’t want to show anything. That’s what the good ol’ jeans and a T-shirt are for. So many times, I haven’t felt ready for shoots. I’m like, why didn’t I work out more? But it’s life,” she has said.

2. She is on a “Forever Vacation”

Peter Dundas & Evangelo Bousis Celebrate Dundas x REVOLVE Holiday DinnerDonato Sardella/Getty Images for DUNDAS x REVOLVE

‘Forever on vacation’ is my motto. It’s just the way I take life. Nothing makes me feel that pissed off or out of control. Whatever I do, whether I’m modeling or doing my clothing line, ále by Alessandra, I just want to feel like it’s fun. If you’re doing something you don’t like, you’re wasting time. Life is short. There is so much to see and do and feel. We should enjoy every moment,” she has said.

3. She Fits in a Workout No Matter What

“Since there is a lot to do around the house sometimes I don‘t have much time to work out, in which case I try to do some stretching and hold a plank for five to 10 minutes,” she said in an interview with FOX News.

4. She Hydrates

"Cyrano" Red Carpet - The Red Sea International Film FestivalDaniele Venturelli/Getty Images for The Red Sea International Film Festival

Her mother and grandmother taught her “The importance of hydrating! When you are dehydrated, you see it on your face and when you've had your share of water, it glows. Nothing is better for your skin than drinking a lot of water and green juices. I also love fresh coconut water bought on the beach,” she told Harper’s Bazaar.

5. This is What “Brazilian Beauty Means to Her

Years ago, Ambrossio was asked what “Brazilian Beauty” means to her. “Brazilian beauty is very natural and fresh. When I'm in Brazil, I feel connected to nature and wear as little makeup as possible— a great sunscreen, lip balm, and rouge is simple and chic,” she told Harper’s Bazaar.

6. She Likes These Exercises

amfAR Gala Los Angeles 2021 - ArrivalsAxelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

“Which exercises should we be doing for a six-pack and a toned” backside? These are my two areas of focus so I do a mix of barre, Pilates and cardio,” she has said. “Pilates (pronounced Pi-LAH-teez) is a system of exercises developed by Joseph Pilates that strengthens the body’s inner core while increasing its flexibility resulting in improved overall health.

In addition, other benefits to practicing Pilates include:

  • longer, leaner muscles
  • injury prevention
  • relief from stress and back pain
  • enhanced athletic performance
  • heightened mind-body awareness,” says the Mayo Clinic.
GettyImages-1339135614-crop
Stephane Cardinale/Getty Images
FACT CHECKED BY Alberto Plaza
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Valentina Vignali is on vacation, and she just shared a stunning new photo on Instagram. Vignali is staying at the Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Jasolo. One thing she is doing is enjoying a day at the pool. In her recent photo, Vignali posed in a teal bathing suit. She captioned it, “Unposted from Jesolo.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Valentina Vignali 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 Plays Basketball

"Caterina Caselli - Una Vita, Cento Vite" Red Carpet - 16th Rome Film Fest 2021Elisabetta Villa/Getty Images

Vignali is a pro basketball player. Naturally, this is one of the main ways she stays in shape. Vignali posts a lot of photos and videos on Instagram of herself on the court. She shared this photo of herself making a shot. Vignali captioned it, “Still ain’t over.”

2. She Swims

"Hustlers" Red Carpet - 14th Rome Film Fest 2019Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images

Another thing Vignali likes to do to stay in shape is go swimming. She shares a lot of photos on Instagram of herself spending time in the water. She posted this photo of herself in an outdoor pool, even though there’s snow on the ground. She captioned it, “Looks like a dream.” Vignali also posted this photo of herself going for a swim in Turks & Caicos.

3. She Eats Healthy

Daniele Venturelli/WireImage

Vignali opened up about her wellness routine to Get Personal Growth. She says that she makes sure to eat healthy. She also wants a plan that allows her to make decisions about what she eats. “The food plan of doctor Ciambotta won me over immediately,” she says. “It is flexible and allows you to choose what to eat. There are the yellow foods (carbohydrates), greens (vegetables), red (meat), and blue (fish) with which to compose the menu. Among the former, for example, I could choose between pasta, rice, farro, barley, oats and other grains.

4. She Works With A Personal Trainer

"Halloween Kills" Red Carpet - The 78th Venice International Film FestivalStephane Cardinale/Getty Images

Vignali lives a healthy lifestyle. She makes sure to workout on a regular basis. She tells Get Personal Growth that she works with a personal trainer. “Out of Big Brother, along with the diet, I resumed training with a personal trainer,” she says. “In the morning, I burned 500 calories with cardiofitness, in the afternoon, I did cardio and weights.”

5. She Bikes

Vignali likes to go biking as a way to stay in shape. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself biking in Piz Lajla. She captioned it, “Beautiful things don’t ask for attention.” The Cleveland Clinic reports that biking has a lot of benefits. “Cycling is often recommended as a low-impact and engaging workout for people of all ages. It’s an aerobic exercise and helps strengthen your heart, blood vessels and lungs.”

2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals
FACT CHECKED BY Anna Bechtel
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Barbara Palvin, the Victoria's Secret Angel and Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, is Miss America in a swimsuit. “Miss America song and video out now 🇺🇸 congrats @bazzi and thank you for having @dylansprouse and I ♥️♥️ we love you!,” she said of the new Bazzi video starring her and her partner. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Barbara Palvin 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 Be Outdoors

“I’m very happy that the world is opening up a little bit. I’m grateful to see my family more now; it always makes me happy and fills my heart with unconditional love. I’m also very excited to see my friends again and spend some quality time with everyone when we can travel safely,” she said of life a few years into the pandemic, to The Thirty. “Of course, it's been great to spend time ‘off the grid’ in a way, too. Over the past year and through the process of building a house in a remote part of the country, I've realized that being outdoors is great for my mental health. Now, I try to go outside more, go on a hike, work out, do my self-care routines as regularly as possible.”

2. This is What She Looks For in Beauty Products

2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 27: Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin attend the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 27, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

“I like products that include charcoal for its ability to draw out toxins and remove impurities. I look for it in face masks and toothpaste, where it's used for its brightening effect. Also, in case you didn’t know, Dahlia Tequila is filtered through activated charcoal,” she told The Thirty.

3. She Works Out Daily

Mammoth Film Festival Portrait Studio - Day 3 MAMMOTH, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 05: Barbara Palvin poses for a portrait at the Mammoth Film Festival Portrait Studio on February 05, 2022 in Mammoth, California. (Photo by Michael Bezjian/Getty Images for Mammoth Film Festival)

“Being a Victoria’s Secret model is not just work, it becomes your lifestyle,” the Hungarian model told Us. “So even before I became an Angel, I started to get a routine into my life, working out every day or four times a week and eating in a certain way that works for my body. I’m just doing that.”

4. She Worked Out With an Angel

2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 27: Barbara Palvin attends the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 27, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/FilmMagic)

“I did work out with Alexina [Graham] for awhile because we are really good friends,” she told Us. “It was actually funny that we both got the Angel contract now. We’ve been knowing each other for awhile so I would work out with her.” She added she’d say: “Like, ‘Hey dude, don’t be lazy!’” says Palvin. “Actually, we both wanted [to be Victoria’s Secret models] for so long and when she started to work with VS three years ago, I was like just wait for me, I’m coming, I’ll be there soon. So it’s kinda like, now we’re here, now we have to show the world.”

5. She Says “Listen to Your Body”

Elton John AIDS Foundation's 30th Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party - Inside WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 27: <> on March 27, 2022 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Elton John AIDS Foundation )

"This is me," Barbara captioned one photo. "It took me a while to understand what people meant by 'listen to your body' — it’s not always easy feeling good in our own skin and it takes time, trust me,” she told Sports Illustrated. "I'm still learning," she continued. "Over the past year I've discovered so much about my body, how it can change and evolve. One thing is for sure — only you know what’s best for you."

Glamour Women Of The Year Mexico & Latin America - Pink Carpet
Manuel Velasquez/Getty Images
FACT CHECKED BY Alberto Plaza
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Valentina Ferrer first made waves in 2014, when she won the Miss Argentina pageant. Since then, she has started a modeling career, and has walked in both Miami and New York Fashion Week. She has also started a TV career, notably appearing in Betty en NY. Ferrer has a strong following on Instagram as well. In a recent video, she is seen doing crunches in a handstand. She wore a red bathing suit, her figure on display. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Valentina Ferrer 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 Takes Probiotics

Ferrer makes sure to take supplements. She even has her own line of supplements, called Kapowder. One thing Ferrer likes to do is take probiotics."[Taking] probiotics is something vital for me every day to avoid gastritis and [for] intestinal care,” she tells People. “Everything is natural. I have also used them during pregnancy.” The Cleveland Clinic states that probiotics are very beneficial. “Probiotics are made of good live bacteria and/or yeasts that naturally live in your body. You constantly have both good and bad bacteria in your body. When you get an infection, there’s more bad bacteria, knocking your system out of balance. Good bacteria helps eliminate extra bad bacteria, returning the balance. Probiotic-supplements are a way to add good bacteria to your body.”

2. She Gets Enough Electrolytes

Tiffany & Co. Lock Festival in Sao Paulo 2023Buda Mendes/Getty Images

Another thing Ferrer makes sure to get enough of is electrolytes. She opened up about this to People. "Around here we have electrolytes. For people who travel a lot, train too much, we always need electrolytes, which are fundamental and very important, to stay hydrated." The Cleveland Clinic states, “The right amount of electrolytes in your body is needed for optimal health and physical performance. If you lose a significant amount of these minerals (either by intense exercise, sweating, vomiting or diarrhea), you’re going to experience dehydration and feel pretty lousy. You might also experience muscle cramping and spasms.”

3. She Loves Pilates

After having her first child, Ferrer opened up about it to Hola. In it, she was asked about her post-baby training. “I tell you a word: Pilates,” she answers. “In Pilates you learn to know your body and you take the strength where you need it. You don't force yourself too much, not even the other way.” Better Health states that Pilates has a lot of benefits. “Pilates promotes mobility and strength of all the major muscle groups in the body in a balanced fashion, whilst also having a key focus on the deep core muscles. It improves posture, flexibility, strength, balance and body awareness.”

4. She Has Beauty Secrets

Milan Fashion Week Women's Collection FW 2023/2024Getty Image

Ferrer talked to Glamour about her beauty secrets. She says that beauty isn’t about what she looks like on the outside. Rather, she focuses on her inner beauty and self-confidence. “Beauty is how you feel inside,” she says. “And that is reflected through your eyes. Happiness is beauty.”

5. She Works Her Abs

As you can see from her recent post, Ferrer makes sure to do ab workouts. Having a strong core is important. The Mayo Clinic states, “Your core is the central part of your body. It includes your pelvis, lower back, hips and stomach. The stomach muscles sometimes are called abs. Core exercises train the muscles in your core to work in harmony. This leads to better balance and steadiness, also called stability. Stability is important whether you're on the playing field or doing regular activities. In fact, most sports and other physical activities depend on stable core muscles.”

Fitness

Rayna Vallandingham Shares "Dojang Diaries"

Learn how actress Rayna Vallandingham maintains her washboard abs with martial arts, strength training, and flexibility exercises.

Rayna Vallandingham arrives as Vanity Fair and Amazon MGM Studios celebrate Awards Season 2025
Phillip Faraone/Getty Images
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Rayna Vallandingham is flashing her washboard abs – in a two-piece exercise set from Alo. In a new social media post the actress flaunts her impressive midsection during a workout at the gym. “dojang diaries,” she captioned the series of snaps. “Magnific! Very very beautiful,” commented one of her followers. “♥️More like diaries of a hottie♥️” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Be Consistent

Consistency – at the gym and the martial arts studio – is the key to success. "It is a way of life," Rayna says. "It's not only teaching your body movements and being in synchronicity with your body, but also just like the mental aspect of it."

Fight Your Way to a Hot Body

Rayna is a big fan of martial arts. She has been doing taekwondo since she was 2, earning her first black belt at 6. "In the very beginning, my parents put me in the sport because I was just really shy, and I think they could tell that I needed something," says Vallandingham, who lives and trains in Los Angeles. "Immediately, I just loved it. I felt at home, and every single day, instead of watching Dora, I wanted to go to the dojo,” she told Well + Good. Studies confirm that the practice helps with balance, cognitive function, psychological health, weight loss, and physical fitness.

Work on Strength and Flexibility

Rayna recommends prioritizing strength, flexibility, and power. "Of the three, I think strength and flexibility are the top two," Vallandingham says. "We used to have people stand on my legs and force my knees to come down in butterfly stretch," she says. "I have permanent damage to my body—I have tendonitis [because of this]."

Lift Weights

If you want a strong, lean body like Vallandingham, you must lift for it. The star strength trains, focusing on supersets, doing two moves back-to-back that target the same muscle groups to double down on their gains. One of her favorite exercises is a goblet squat. She stands with her feet shoulder-width apart, folded forward until she can slide her palms underneath her soles (you could also hold your ankles or calves), then bends her knees, lowering her butt toward the floor while lifting her chest, coming into a deep squat. She'll bend and extend her legs several times in this position. Then, it's on to the main event, holding a weight in her hands while bending down into a deep squat. "I love utilizing a Bosu ball—they're pretty much in every single gym," she adds.

Stretch

Rayna never skips stretching. She starts by by lying on the floor with her legs up the wall and then allowing them to open out into a side split. "I let gravity do its work because that's my body telling me, okay, this is where we're at," she says. "My hips are opening on their own, and I'm not having to force anything." “Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints,” says Harvard Health. “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.”

Fitness

Charli Hawkins is "Training in a Winter Wonderland"

Learn about her fitness routine, mindfulness practices, and positive attitude.

Chari Hawkins in action in the Women's Heptathlon 800m Heat One during the Athletics Competition at the Stade de France during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games
Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Charli Hawkins is training in the snow – in her two-piece workout gear. In a new social media post the Olympian shows off her fantastic figure – including her flat abs – in an exercise set while enjoying the winter weather. “TRAINING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND! ❄️🥶❤️✨Gearing up in this altitude for the LONDON MARATHON this April! I’m so excited to see what my mind and body can make happen! To my marathon runners: it’s your time to shine, PLEASE tell me ALL of your tips, all of your advice, and for all of you who understand what I’m about to attempt, please send your words of encouragement 😂 Also feel free to try to talk me out of this as well thanks👍 We are on the training countdown. Turning a sprinter, jumper, and thrower into a long distance runner 🫣🙌 What do you think my time will be?” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Minfulness and Meditation

Charli practices mindfulness. Before going for a run, she says words of intention. “I am willing. I am grateful. I surrender,” she revealed during an interview with San Diego Magazine. Meditation:

“When you meditate, you may clear away the information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress,” says the Mayo Clinic. Benefits include:

  • Gaining a new perspective on stressful situations
  • Building skills to manage your stress
  • Increasing self-awareness
  • Focusing on the present
  • Reducing negative emotions
  • Increasing imagination and creativity
  • Increasing patience and tolerance
  • Lowering resting heart rate
  • Lowering resting blood pressure
  • Improving sleep quality

Stretching

She also makes sure to stretch. “If you ever can think of some dynamic stretches: F.A.S.T. ✨🙌 My left hip and right QLs have been SO tight lately so I’m on a journey of getting them right! What’s bugging you at the moment???” she captioned a post. “Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints,” says Harvard Health. “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.”

Here Is The Right Way To Run

During her interview with San Diego, Charli explained how you should be running. “Remember, the sole of the foot is showing right in front of us,” she said, doing a type of high-knee movement. “To do this, you’re over exaggerating your running form while standing still. Raise your knee up, point your toes to the clouds (forming an A), and then pedal the sole of your foot forward before striking your knee down. It’s more complicated than it sounds after 30-plus years of moving a certain way,” the writer explained.

Positive Attitude

In a recent post Charli revealed things she learned about positivity. “Patience is easier when it isn’t required,” she said. “The people around you are BLESSINGS (which I feel like I already understood but sometimes it’s nice to have it emphasized).” Also, “We are up, we are down, but trusting the process sometimes means knowing that it’s all good even when it’s not the best” and “Making a plan is the best option for everything. It’s ok if the plan doesn’t go perfect, but just willy-nilly-ing it is not the best option when you want to get things done.”

Never Giving Up

Charli refuses to give up. “Understand what you want first, and then go for it. Then keep going for it all the time, and, eventually, you’ll get it,” she said during her interview.

Beauty

Giulia Arena Swears By These 5 Habits For Her Beach Body


Discover how Giulia Arena stays healthy and active during her trip to the Maldives.

Giulia Arena is stunning in a beach selfie.
Giulia Arena/Instagram
Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

Giulia Arena first made waves when she won the 2013 Miss Italia pageant. Since then, she’s become a successful actress, TV host, and model. Arena recently took a trip to the Maldives. She shared a set of photos on Instagram of herself at the beach. In them, Arena is seen in a white swimsuit. She captioned the post, “Native habitat.”

Biking

Giulia enjoys cycling. During her trip to the Maldives Giulia went bike riding. The Cleveland Clinic explains that biking, a low-impact aerobic exercise, is great for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis.

Reading

Giulia is also a fan of books. In the Maldives, she took some time to relax and read. One Harvard study published in Social Science & Medicine found that people who read books regularly had a 20% lower risk of dying over the next 12 years than those who weren't readers or who read periodicals.

Snorkeling

Giulia snorkels, recently discovering the “Sea Lung,” she revealed in a post. “It reaches 60cm long with a weight of almost 10kg, and represents the largest medusa of the Mediterranean. I don’t know why, but I have always experienced the charm of Jellyfish: creatures that are essentially simple and yet capable of surviving entire geological epochs floating, light and slow, between the currents. She, remains one of the most beautiful sights of this summer.” Surprisingly, putting on a snorkel and fins and swimming through the water is a great workout. In addition to being a great aerobic exercise and burning calories, other health benefits may include improved cardiovascular function, stress reduction, mood enhancement, and muscular toning.

Coffee

Giulia is a coffee drinker. She especially likes shots of espresso. According to the Cleveland Clinic, drinking coffee in moderation has several benefits. “It acts on your brain to improve memory, mood, reaction times, and mental function,” they say, citing a study finding that caffeine can improve endurance and performance during exercise. It is also antioxidant-rich, can ward off diabetes, prevent neurologic disease, lower cancer risk, and ward off depression, they point out.

Yoga

Giulia is a yogi. Here she is doing yoga. There are many reasons to do yoga, according to Harvard Health. “Researchers found that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years, gained less weight during middle adulthood,” they said. “People who were overweight actually lost weight. Overall, those who practiced yoga had lower body mass indexes (BMIs) compared with those who did not practice yoga. Researchers attributed this to mindfulness. Mindful eating can lead to a more positive relationship with food and eating.”