Patriots Cheerleader Emily Marshall Shares Swimsuit Pics From Punta Cana

New England Patriots cheerleader Emily Marshall enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa in Punta Cana, with fellow cheerleaders Taylor Yeley and Katie Suh. Marshall posted a photo of herself and Yeley posing in blue and teal bikinis, and another snap with Suh posing in a pink flora bikini. “Be casual on 3!!!” Marshall jokingly captioned the post. “Haha I love you,” Yeley commented. The dancer is not only an NFL cheerleader, she also has a day job—this is how she does it.

1. Love of Dance

Marshall says dancing is her favorite thing in the world. "We're called cheerleaders, but pretty much everyone has a dance background," she says. "I love watching football, but my passion for dance is definitely what made me want to join the team. It's just an extra bonus that I get to dance on the NFL field for my hometown team."

2. Financial Analyst

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Marshall is a financial analyst for TRC Companies. "I started out as a project coordinator in [TRC's] Boston office, and eventually one of the financial-analyst positions for the environmental sector became available, so now I am the analyst for three of our national practices,” she says. “Pretty much everyone on the [cheerleading] team either has a full-time job or is a full-time student.”

3. Hardcore Training Schedule

Marshall and her fellow dancers have an intense training regimen. "We practice two days a week throughout the summer and it's basically just rapid-fire learning material, so that [during football season] we don't have to spend too much time actually learning dances," she says. "The season really starts in mid-August or so with the pre-season games, and that is craziness… We pretty much have games every other week, throughout the beginning of September through the end of December, which maybe doesn't sound very hectic, but it felt very hectic, because the second you're done with one, you're preparing for the next.”

4. Pumpkin Season

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Marshall loves cooking at home, especially baking pumpkin oatmeal and chocolate chip cookies. “If you try to eat heart healthy, then pumpkin is for you!” says Kaela Ketcham, RD, LDN. “Heart-healthy eating consists of choosing foods that are low in fat, salt and sugar, but high in fiber. You can check off the box on all those when it comes to pumpkin. Per half-cup serving, canned pumpkin has almost no fat, practically no salt and no added sugar. Say goodbye to guilt and hello to flavorful nutrition that is full of fiber.”

5. Dog Lover

Marshall is obsessed with her cute pups. Research shows pet owners enjoy specific benefits related to bonding with and caring for animals. “There is now a large amount of data confirming that pets are good for your psychological health and may increase, not only the quality of your life, but also your longevity,” says Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC. “The benefits are not just short term but last well beyond the time that the pet is in the room, and the positive effects build up over time.”

Emily Marshall is trying on her new costume! In a new social media post the New England Patriots cheerleader flaunts her amazing body in an ab-baring ensemble – tiny shorts and a crop top. “The way I never want to take this off ✨🌀🪩💚 @customdancecostumesbycaroline THANK U for the fit of my dreams!!” she captioned the Instagram post with her followers. “So spicy of u,” commented one. “The most gorgeous! 🩵” added another. How does the NFL cheerleader approach diet, fitness, and self care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

1. Dancing

Emily has a background in dance. "We're called cheerleaders, but pretty much everyone has a dance background," she told Insider. "I love watching football, but my passion for dance is definitely what made me want to join the team. It's just an extra bonus that I get to dance on the NFL field for my hometown team," she told Business Insider.

2. Hiking

Emily loves taking hikes when she has free time. “Dogs on mountains just may be my new favorite aesthetic,” she captioned a post. According to the National Parks Service, the physical benefits of hiking include:

• Building stronger muscles and bones
• Improving your sense of balance
• Improving your heart health
• Decreasing the risk of certain respiratory problems

3. Walking the Dog

Emily spends a lot of time walking her beloved pooch. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

4. Swimming

During the summer and during vacations, Emily sneaks in a swim whenever she can. Swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity, according to the CDC. Just two and a half hours per week of aerobic physical activity, such as swimming, bicycling, or running, can decrease the risk of chronic illnesses. In addition to the many physical benefits, there are multiple studies supporting the mental health benefits of swimming as well.

5. Intense Training

Emily trains hard for her cheerleading gig – even during the offseason. "We practice two days a week throughout the summer and it's basically just rapid-fire learning material, so that [during football season] we don't have to spend too much time actually learning dances," she told Insider. The season really starts in mid-August or so with the pre-season games, and that is craziness… We pretty much have games every other week, throughout the beginning of September through the end of December, which maybe doesn't sound very hectic, but it felt very hectic, because the second you're done with one, you're preparing for the next."

Dallas Cowboys cheerleader McKenna Gehrke had the best trip to the Grand Luxxe At Vidanta Riviera Maya, calling the experience “unforgettable”. Gehrke and her fellow dancers posed together in blue bikinis on a sun lounger, with Gehrke also posting a picture of herself standing on a bridge in a brown bikini. “My fav Mexico moments 🩵🏝️🪅,” she captioned the post. “I haven’t stopped thinking about those tacos,” commented Cowboys cheerleader Camille Sturdivant. Want to train like an NFL cheerleader? Here’s how Gehrke does it.

1. Dance Background

Gehrke’s background in dance made her a shoo-in for the Cowboys cheer team. “I started dancing when I was two years old and have been technically trained in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, contemporary, modern, musical theater, hip hop, and pom,” she says. “In high school, I made the nationally ranked Cherry Creek Varsity Pom Team as a freshman and danced for all four years, serving as captain my senior year. In college, I made the University of Arizona Pomline as an incoming freshman and spent the last four years performing on the sidelines, serving my junior year as Co-Captain and my senior year as Captain.”

2. Pilates Classes

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Gehrke’s favorite workout is Pilates, which is especially beneficial for dancers. “Fine-tuned as dancers are, when we’re at our peak, dancing at least six days a week, several hours a day, it’s grueling, and the repetitive motion puts stress on the same muscle groups again and again,” says trainer Judi Bar. “As human beings, we are creatures of habit,” Bar notes. “We walk a certain way, we take the stairs a certain way, we stand a certain way and we sit at our desk a certain way. So, our muscles get imbalanced because of overuse. What Pilates does is help to counteract that.”

3. Runs In the Family

Gehrke was inspired to become a cheerleader thanks to her mother. “My mom was an NFL Cheerleader, and I’ve always looked up to her; being able to hear about her experiences on the sidelines inspired me to pursue my dream of also becoming an NFL Cheerleader,” she says. “Being a DCC has been a lifelong dream, so I would have to say making this team is my biggest accomplishment!”

4. Coffee Lover

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Gehrke’s energy booster of choice is any coffee which, as she says, she cannot live without. "I'm certainly familiar with a lot of research showing that coffee has a mildly beneficial effect in protecting against issues like stroke, diabetes and cardiovascular problems," says Steven K. Rothschild, MD. "Keep in mind that the research focuses on the benefits of black coffee, which we're still learning about. But we definitely know the harms associated with the fat and sugar you find in a lot of coffee drinks."

5. Her Perfect Day

Gehrke grew up in Colorado, so she prefers the beach over the mountains for a change of pace. “[A perfect day is] waking up in the Colorado mountains with a fresh cup of coffee, hiking with my friends or family, and ending the day eating some yummy food and listening to music with the people I love,” she says. “[I cannot live without] My family and coffee!”