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RHOSLC’s Heather Gay On Jet Ski Is “Reckless and Carefree”

Yes, she’s ‘on the Ozempic train’.

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Heather Gay is looking back on an explosive season of the hit Bravo show, posting a throwback of their cast trip to Bermuda. Gay, 49, shared pictures of herself wearing black shorts and a lifejacket, riding a jetski with co-star Meredith Marks. “Reckless & Carefree! 😂😂😂”, she captioned the post. Gay has transformed her physique through weight loss—here’s what her diet looks like, and what she thinks of Ozempic.

1. Lots of Eggs

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One food staple always in Gay’s fridge is eggs, which are filling and low carb-friendly. “You might have noticed that eating eggs for breakfast may keep you feeling fuller for longer — that’s generally attributed to the high protein content in eggs,” according to Keck Medicine of USC. “Whether you have an omelet for breakfast or a hard-boiled egg as a snack, eggs can help you stay satisfied after or between meals.”

2. Green Beans In the Fridge

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Gay keeps canned green beans in her fridge for a healthy, refreshing snack. "If not prepared with higher-calorie ingredients, you can eat a large volume of them and feel fuller without over consuming," Maya Vadiveloo, associate professor in the department of nutrition and food services at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, told the American Heart Association. “If what's available to you is canned green beans and you are picking between that and a non-vegetable, I would encourage people to select the canned variety."

3. Babybel Cheese

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Gay is obsessed with mini cheeses for a filling keto-friendly snack. "Whenever I try to do Keto, we've got blue cheese dressing, some yogurt, some Babybel cheeses. I'm a big fan of the Babybel cheese," she told BravoTV.com. "I feel, like, European and fancy when I take the little red rind off. There's just something about it that makes me feel like it's less impulsive of a snack and more of a thoughtful bite."

4. Ozempic Experience

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Gay admits to taking Ozempic but says it didn’t lead to any significant weight loss. “I've been on it for a long time, but hadn't really seen much results,” she told PEOPLE. “And I haven't had massive results, but enough for people to notice, which is great. You lose five pounds, people are nicer to you. I don't know why. It's just the way the world works and that makes me sad for women. But happy that I'm down five.”

5. Setting an Example

Gay doesn’t want her daughters to be hard on themselves and self-critical. “I think that we put so much pressure on ourselves and it's hard,” she told PEOPLE. “And I have three daughters that I love and I don't want them to have my genetics or have to struggle with society's standards of beauty. I just wish that there was a solution for all of us. But I'm feeling like I'm coming into my own a little bit and I think the glow up might be a little bit from that, too. But I'll give credit to all the medical intervention. It's my business.”

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Ingrid Coronado is a successful TV personality. She’s also not afraid of showing off her body on social media. Coronado just posted a new swimsuit photo this week on Instagram. In it, she posed in a black bathing suit, visor, and green clear sunglasses. She captioned the photo, “If you feel calm and happy, it's there.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ingrid Coronado 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 Does What She Wants

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Coronado is all about living life on her own terms. She encouraged others to do so in the caption of her most recent Instagram post. “We often find ourselves engaging in activities that DO NOT fill us up just because it is what is expected of us,” she writes. “Peeeero remember: your body doesn't lie and it will let you know if the place you're in is the right one. It's up to you to listen.”

2. She Wakeboards

Coronado loves to do a lot of water activities to stay in shape. One thing she likes to do is wakeboard. She shared this video on Instagram of herself wakeboarding. She captioned it, “Practicing a hobby is giving ourselves permission to shine, to fully bloom and feel joy EVERY DAY. Sometimes we think that to practice an art or a sport we must be geniuses, but we forget that the best artists and the most extraordinary athletes started out not being that good.”

3. She Rides Jet-Skis

Another water activity Coronado likes to do is ride jet-skis. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself riding a jet-ski. Coronado captioned it, “The perfect time is now. Don't run away from what makes you feel alive. Life happens, whether you live it or not.”

4. She Plays Tennis

Coronado loves to play tennis as a way to stay in shape. She shared this set of photos on Instagram of herself on the court. She captioned it, “Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day after day. Definitely one of my favorite activities to paddle. PS. Someday I'll be as good as my kids, I'll be sharing my advances haha.”

5. She Snorkels

Coronado recently learned how to snorkel. She shared a bunch of underwater photos and videos of herself diving on Instagram. Coronado shared this photo and video of herself diving in Cozumel. She captioned it, “I've been wanting to learn how to dive for like 30 years, but for one reason I couldn't. First I had no money, then with a baby, and when I was 10 years old to dive, I was a mom for the 2nd time and then for the third time. Until we all wait for Paolo to be 10 so we can all go together. And we did it!!!”

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It’s been a volatile season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills for Sutton Stracke (esophagus-gate, anyone?), but she knows the best way to shake off any drama is to get outside in the fresh air. Stracke, 52 shared a picture of herself riding her beloved horse Santos, dressed in the fancy riding gear we would expect from the luxury-loving reality star. Also featured in the snaps are castmate Kyle Richards and fan favorite Avi Gabay. “Santos makes another appearance as well as @avi_gabay_ (my true love),” she captioned the post. Here’s how Stracke lives her best real life.


1. Horseback Riding

Stracke displayed her love for horses and horseback riding on RHOBH, introducing the world to her beautiful horse Santos. “Riding a horse for 45 minutes at a walk, trot and canter can burn up to 200 calories,” Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horse specialist and professor in the department of animal science Dr. Dennis Sigler tells the American Heart Association. “If you do something a bit more strenuous such as cutting or reining, that can come out to nearly seven calories per minute for the entire length of the riding period.”

2. Inspired By Castmates

Stracke is inspired by her Bravo castmates, even when they don’t always see eye to eye. “Being around a group of strong-minded women makes you have to step-up, so I’ve definitely learned to speak up. Even witnessing the filming of last season showed that to me,” she told Beverly Hills Lifestyle magazine. “The girls are not only mothers, they’re actresses and businesspeople and it was amazing to see how they’re juggling everything. It was great because seeing them gave me the impetus to do more and now I have the knowledge that I can. They were really great role models to me in that sense.”

3. Luxury Boutique

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Stracke has a luxury boutique “Sutton” in Beverly Hills, which keeps her busy when she’s not filming. Research shows working at a job you genuinely love is good for mental health. “The whole space is like a cottage,” she told Beverly Hills Lifestyle magazine. “I wanted it to feel like part-closet, part-boudoir, part living space, and part dining room, because those are the key elements in all of our lives.”

4. Garcelle Is Her BFF

Stracke has genuine friendships on the show, especially with castmate Garcelle Beauvais. “I have a very real friendship with Garcelle,” she told Hollywood Life. “We text, we call, we visit — we’re going on vacation together this summer. We’re really best friends and I love her so much and we love our families together and everything.”

5. Living Her Best Life

Stracke is always true to herself, on screen and off. “Success to me means that you live your best life every day,” she told Digital Journal. “Whether it is being the best mother you can be, the best wife, the best businesswoman, the best friend that you can be. It’s not about awards or accolades, it’s about being true to yourself and attempting to achieve your goals, no matter how big or small.”

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1. She Does What She Wants

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Coronado is all about living life on her own terms. She encouraged others to do so in the caption of her most recent Instagram post. “We often find ourselves engaging in activities that DO NOT fill us up just because it is what is expected of us,” she writes. “Peeeero remember: your body doesn't lie and it will let you know if the place you're in is the right one. It's up to you to listen.”

2. She Wakeboards

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5. She Snorkels

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1. She Likes to Push Her Boundaries

When they reached out to her to be on the show initially, “I had no idea that it was Too Hot to Handle,” she says on her YouTube channel. “But the second that I saw Lana”—the show’s virtual assistant—“I knew, I just knew and first thought in my head was you have got to be kidding me. It's actually really crazy how you can like trick a group of what, like 10 to 14 people, to come out to shoot a show and then it turns out being something completely different. The fact that that's even legal is super cool. But I'm really happy that I caught the experience. It really was a journey. Like people just go on and think, oh, it's a TV show, but people forget at the end of the day, it's about self progression. We did a ton of workshops and we were pushed to the brink every day, pushing our boundaries and trying to progress ourselves as people.”

2. Yes, She Ate Well During Too Hot to Handle

“I get this question so much. I don't know why everyone's concerned about what we were eating or if we ate on Too Hot to Handle—the answer is yes, we did not not eat for a month and a half. In fact, we had a plethora of food. I was eating so much and we could have as many plates as we want. We had an open buffet, not to mention, we had a really amazing chef. I think the chef was Rihanna's chef. So we had the best food. And you would think that we were like eating salads and stuff, but like we had a lot of like pizza and like french fries and every day was a pizza party,” she said on YouTube. “So we definitely had a fun time eating. One of my favorite moments in filming was just like being in the dining room and sitting with people and we were always testing our mics. And so like, we'd have to go around and be like, testing wait to count to 10. And we'd all, you know, be around the table, singing and eating and like joking. But yes, we definitely did eat.”

3. She is Introspective

Filming the show: “It really was an intense month and a half….And even down to like the second that I started filming up until now, it's still changing my life. Of course when we were in there, we were doing workshops and personally I was struggling with the dynamic of building a relationship with myself and someone else. And then also balancing that with building a relationship with the group as a collective. And that was a complex thing for me for a while. It took me a while to really get the hang of it. But that's the whole essence of the show is just getting to know yourself on a deeper level and really challenging certain aspects and departments of yourselves that really need attention.”

4. She Likes it Out on the Water

Holly has shared an image of herself on a paddleboard in a river. “Can’t fake a smile it’s hard to wear,” she captioned it. Water-based exercises can be great for you. “Swimming can improve mood in both men and women. For people with fibromyalgia, swimming can decrease anxiety, and exercise therapy in warm water can decrease depression and improve mood. Water-based exercise can improve the health of pregnant people and has a positive effect on the pregnant person’s mental health. Parents of children with developmental disabilities find that recreational activities, such as swimming, improve family connections,” says the CDC.

5. She Has a Sweet Tooth

“Who needs a man, when Ferrell's doughnuts can satisfy you x1000000000,” she once said. Enjoy once in a while but we’re sure Holly knows that “eating too many foods with added sugars sets the stage for potential health problems, such as:

  • Poor nutrition. If you choose sugar-laden foods instead of more nutritious foods, you miss out on important nutrients, vitamins and minerals.
  • Weight gain. There's no single cause for being overweight or obese. But added sugar might contribute to the problem. It's easy to get extra calories when eating foods that are sugar sweetened,” says the Mayo Clinic.
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"The Real Housewives" series, known for its glamour and capital-D Drama, also showcases a diverse array of wellness and beauty routines from its cast members. This list delves into the personal health and fitness journeys of these dynamic women. From yoga aficionados and skincare enthusiasts to diet and exercise gurus, each housewife offers a unique insight into maintaining wellness amidst the chaos of reality TV. Their stories are not just about looking good, but about feeling empowered and balanced in their hectic lives. Let's explore how these real housewives stay fit, fabulous, and focused.


1. Jenn Pedranti

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Jenn Pedranti is the newest member of The Real Housewives of Orange County. She is also a fitness expert, and shares her tips on Instagram. Pedranti loves to practice yoga, and shared this photo of herself in the studio. She captioned the post, “Tree Pose✨🌳✨Standing rooted to the earth, while reaching to the heavens. To stop amid all the noise, pause... and simply say..’Thank you.’”

2. Sonja Morgan

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Sonja Morgan joined the original cast of The Real Housewives of New York in its third season. She shared some of her favorite healthy foods in an interview with UsWeekly. “Sour cherry juice is known to help you sleep, it’s very calming and it cuts down on uric acid. If you hang out with a party group like mine, sometimes it’s not a bad idea.”

3. Cynthia Bailey

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Cynthia Bailey was a cast member on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. She has amazing skin, and shared her favorite products in an interview with PureWow. She says that she makes sure to keep her skin oil-free. “I’m really lucky—I have very small pores so sweat isn’t a big issue for me. However, I keep NYX Professional Makeup Blotting Paper on deck to remove any excess oil off of my face throughout the day.”

4. Whitney Rose

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Whitney Rose is a cast member of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. She shares a lot of her favorite workouts on Instagram. In this post, Rose is seen going paddleboarding. She is also doing some yoga poses on the board. Rose captioned the post, “Paddle board yoga anyone? Down dog, up dog, head stand… Which pose is your favorite?”

5. Heather Gay

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Heather Gay appears on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. She shared some of her skincare tips in an interview with BravoTV.com. “My favorite one [is] Iris and Beau’s Whitney’s Glow,” she said. “It’s just, like, a moisturizer, but it gives your face a little glow and it smells so good and it’s s lightweight. You can put it over your makeup any time…As much cream and moisture that I can put back into my body that the mountain air takes away, the better.”

6. Heather Dubrow

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Heather Dubrow rejoined the cast of The Real Housewives of Orange County last year. She and her husband, Terry, opened up about their diet in an interview with HollywoodLife. “We call it the 12-8-4 plan. Basically 12 hours of fasting, eight hours of keto friendly food and then four hours of a diet where we’re reintroducing carbs.”

7. Kyle Richards

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Kyle Richards has been a cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills since the first season. In this Instagram post, Richards talked about lifestyle changes she’s made. "Now that I am the weight I want to be, I will have the occasional small amount of pasta etc once in a while. But no alcohol since July 15. I workout every day. Chasing it up between running, cycling, hiking and yoga. Weights & stomach everyday.”

8. Lisa Rinna

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Lisa Rinna was a long-time cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, joining in season five. She revealed to People that she loves cardio and flexibility workouts. “I really love the combination of SoulCycle and yoga,” she revealed. “It keeps me balanced and sane. I’ve been my own dietician and workout therapist for years. I think you have to listen to your body.”

9. Lisa Barlow

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star, Lisa Barlow, revealed to New York Magazine that she loves eye drops. “My mom sent me two boxes of the Refresh Eye Drops probably three months ago. She swears they made her vision better. I love them because I just need a little bit and it keeps my eyes hydrated all day long. It’s really great for anyone who has dry eye and lives in a dry climate like I do. I always have two or three in my bag.”

10. Teresa Guidice

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Teresa Guidice is the current longest-running housewife on Bravo, having been a cast member on The Real Housewives of New Jersey for thirteen seasons. Guidice shared her skincare secrets with Glamour. “I love to get Hydrafacials ($199) [the treatment whereby an aesthetician uses a vacuum pen to clean your pores]. They're amazing. I just got one about a month ago, and I’m going next week to Jane Ruffo at Omni Aesthetics in Oakland, New Jersey. I try to do it once a month at least, and I make sure to take care of my skin in between. And, yeah, I get Botox. I go to Dr. DiBernardo (about $600 every three to five months) in Montclair, New Jersey. I don’t usually like to talk about it, but why not? It came out for a reason, so why not use it, right? I love the way I look so much better now compared to when I first started doing the show. I feel great.”

11. Jennifer Aydin

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Jennifer Aydin currently stars on The Real Housewives of New Jersey. She talked about using Absolute Nutrition and making changes to her eating habits with Page Six. "I’ll have a week where we go out to a few dinners and going out to dinner is part of my demise. I see it coming right on right away. So then I stop for a second, I’m like, 'Okay, I gotta calm down. We gotta make some better choices, and I gotta get back on the bandwagon.'"

12. Gizelle Bryant

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Gizelle Bryant has been a cast member of The Real Housewives of Potomac since the first season. She revealed to E! News that she has joined Nutrisystem to help her lose weight. “With Nutrisystem, it gets delivered to your door so I didn't need to worry about going out and buying all this junk, all this stupid stuff that I was eating...The pounds just literally fell off."

13. Meredith Marks

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Meredith Marks is a cast member on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. She revealed her secrets for sleeping better to Us Weekly. “It’s hard for me to like settle down and it’s also hard for me to stay asleep during the night,” she says. “So, I like to sleep with an eye mask because it forces me to keep my eyes closed. If I could open them, I’m going to open them and like start working on my phone or doing something. I’m a restless person. I’m wired. I usually have like a glass of wine too. That usually helps a little.”

14. Kandi Burruss

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Kandi Burruss has been a cast member of The Real Housewives of Atlanta since its second season. During the pandemic, Burruss revealed on social media that she wanted to lose weight. On Instagram, she talked about changes she’s made. "I stopped eating sweets and bread for 2 months (December & January) & drank only water. No juice, no soda ... Lost about 17 lbs."

15. Nicole Martin

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Nicole Martin is a cast member on The Real Housewives of Miami. She shared her secrets for productivity with E! News. "A few years ago, I read The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod and since then I've made it a point to set my alarm clock 30 minutes earlier than I need to be awake. Having this extra time, while everyone is still sleeping, makes a huge difference in my day. I spend that time focusing on gratitude, I do a quick 5 min meditation, make a daily to-do list, and some stretching/foam rolling. Those 30 minutes of quality "me time" sets the tone for a positive and productive day."

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Bianca Bustamante is revving up her engine in 2025 – in her workout gear. In a new social media post, the racecar driver reveals she is taking “the next major step” in her physical journey as a race driver “and I’ve set the target high!” she says in a new Instagram post, filled with video clips of herself lifting heavy weights at the gym. “Never been more motivated in my life, it’s not physically easy for a girl in this sport, but I’m super excited to take on this new challenge and the next big step on my racing journey,” she added. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Lifting Weights

Bianca spends hours at the gym where she focuses on strength training along with endurance, cardio, reaction time, and reflexes. “You know, to be a driver, it’s a complete package. It takes strength. It takes mental fortitude. It takes reflexes, smart thinking, and survival skills,” she told MEGA Active. “Sometimes it's for the body, sometimes it's for the mind. Nothing more peaceful than early sessions,” she captioned an Instagram post of one of her sessions.

Double Down On Training

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In her recent post, Bianca reveals that she working extra hard at the gym. “I’ve been working hard over the years to build a solid foundation, but in 2025, I’ll be working with @j_w_90 and I’m doubling down on my training. Increasing to two workouts a day not just on lifts but aerobic endurance, as well as a better focus on nutrition and rest, in order to raise the bar to compete in the higher formulas,” she said.

Fueling Your Body With Protein

Bianca makes sure to eat enough protein in order to build more muscle and stay as lean as possible to meet the weight requirement. “It’s been a really cool journey seeing my body develop and transform into this whole different person I never knew I could become,” she said. In her new post she added that she is meal prepping. “I’m soooo all in that im even learning how to cook & meal prep better than ever before,” she writes.

Taking Cold Plunges

As for recovery, cold plunging is part of Bianca’s training regime. Limited research supports the benefits of cold plunges, which may include easing sore muscles, bringing body temperature down, increasing focus, improving sleep, and decreasing inflammation, per the Cleveland Clinic. However, a 2021 study found that cold water immersion therapy promotes post-sport recovery.

Working On Self-Esteem

Positive self-talk is also important. “Of course, I put a lot of pressure on myself, but in the end, I always tell myself that as long as I give my best and I learn from it, any mistake I make is valid,” Bianca explained. “I always try to repeat that to myself that I am valid. I’m here for a reason and there’s nothing I would rather do than be here.”

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Brenda Perlaza is flaunting her fantastic figure in a tiny bikini. In a new social media post the influencer, who calls herself La Barbie Negra, looks flawless as she poses on the beach in a neon yellow swimsuit. “#viral,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. “Wow Wow,” one of her followers commented, while several others added fire emojis. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Jogging

Brenda enjoys jogging. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say.

Walking Her Dog

She also takes her dog on long walks. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer, 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 reduced the risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

Dancing

You can also find Brenda dancing to burn calories. Dancing is an excellent workout for many reasons. It builds strength and promotes flexibility, helps you lose weight, and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop or die from heart disease than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues

Swimming

Brenda spends a lot of time in her swimsuit so it isn’t surprising she loves to swim. According to the CDC, swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity. 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, multiple studies support the mental health benefits of swimming.

Hydration

Finally, Brenda hydrates, especially after a long workout or sun exposure. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is essential for various reasons. Water helps eliminate waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature regular, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

Claudia Romani
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Model and influencer Claudia Romani isn’t just making waves with her glamorous beachside posts—she’s living the healthy lifestyle to match. Recently, Romani shared a video on Instagram, taking a refreshing dip in the pool with the caption, “Kisses from the 305.” But her fitness routine goes beyond just swimming. From her plant-based diet to her dedication to animal welfare, Romani’s habits reflect a balanced approach to wellness that keeps her looking and feeling her best. Here are the five key ways Claudia Romani stays in shape while living life to the fullest.

She Swims

As you can see from her Instagram post, Romani likes to go to the beach. Naturally, she likes to swim to keep herself in shape. Romani shared this video on Instagram of herself taking a dip in a pool. She captioned it, “Kisses from the 305.” According to The Cleveland Clinic, swimming has a lot of health benefits. “Like other forms of cardio, swimming can help you burn calories and lose weight. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a 154-pound person who swims slow freestyle laps for 30 minutes burns 255 calories. But that amount varies depending on your weight, speed and stroke.”

She's Vegan

Vegan food, vegan bacon, vegan cheese, vegan chocolate pudding

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Romani is open about following a vegan diet. She shares a lot of posts on her Instagram story highlights of herself enjoying vegan foods. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine states that being vegan has a lot of health benefits. “Overall, nutrition from plant-based diets is typically of higher quality than omnivorous diets, as assessed by the Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI).28 A whole food plant-based (WFPB) diet is one made up of predominantly unprocessed fruits, vegetables, whole grains legumes, nuts and seeds, and excludes animal foods, with certain selective supplementation of vitamins B12. Sometimes D. Intentionally planned, WFPB diets provide sufficient nutrient intakes for all stages of life and can be therapeutic for chronic disease and overall health and healing.29 The plant-based dietary pattern protects against overconsumption of nutrients that lead to obesity and disease,30 particularly animal protein, saturated fat,31 trans-fats, cholesterol simple sugars,32 and sodium.33, 34”

She Loves Salads

Vegan Cobb Salad

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A vegan food that Romani enjoys is salad. She shared this Instagram story of herself enjoying a vegan cobb salad. Bupa states that salad is very beneficial. “Salads can contain several foods which are prebiotics. These are foods which act as fuel for healthy bacteria. It also provides a type of indigestible fibre, which can be beneficial for your gut health. Foods to consider including in your salad can be onions, garlic, kale, carrots, and asparagus.”

She Works Out Consistently

Photo of a Crunch Fitness

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Romani makes sure to work out on a regular basis. She shares a lot of Instagram stories in her highlights of herself at the gym. The Mayo Clinic says that regular exercise is extremely important. “Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help you keep off lost weight. When you take part in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don't worry if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day. Any amount of activity is better than none. To gain the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day. For example, take the

She Supports Animals

Romani has her own charity, Help Miami Cats. She talked about how she started this in the caption of this Instagram post. “❤️ Guys!!!! I have always loved cats and had many growing up. When I moved to Miami Beach I met a great calico named Chacha and learnt that cats were brought to the city by Mayor Lummus … against rodents. Cats rely on volunteers for their food and water and there’s a huge amount of them. There’s a city program to Spay and neuter with the wonderful @sobecats ladies and the feeding is made official by a City Sanctioned badge, yet new cats keep getting dumped daily sadly and there’s a never ending amount of work, emergencies and so on. I was on a feeding rotation but during the pandemic I was left alone caring for so many as people left town or couldn’t afford feeding anymore …I decided to start my own non profit @helpmiamicats . We feed close to 200 and when Batman got paralyzed took him and other special needs cats under my care … @stevensachs69 with the cat room and the amazing people involved devote their lives to these special souls … My life has changed a lot too … way less spare time, way more sweat and tears and lost the person I had by my side who had sadly other priorities … yet gained so much love from these lovely creatures !!! If you can please get involved in any way … follow @helpmiamicats , share, volunteer, adopt … donate … Only together we can make their world a better place !!! And yes … just me feeding the kitties and talking to them … 🤷🏻♀️👀😆❤️🙌”