Soccer Star Alessia Russo In Tracksuit Shares “Life Lately”

England striker Alessia Russo is sharing some highlights of her daily life both on and off the pitch. Russo, 25, posted pictures of herself with various friends and family, including one snap of her walking with Arsenal teammate Kyra Cooney-Cross, both players wearing their blue and green official kit. “Life lately 😊,” she captioned the post. “Super cute,” a fan commented. Here’s what Russo’s “strong not skinny” wellness approach looks like.

1. Ice Baths and Jumping

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Russo incorporates ice baths as part of her wellness routine. “I like to have an ice bath on matchday minus one, but a lot of people hate ice baths,” she told Dazed. “I‘m not saying I‘ve mastered my body and how to deal with things, but you learn as you go and take it in your stride. I know what makes me feel good. I listen to the same playlist every match day: ‘Doin‘ This’ by Luke Combs and a real mix of RnB, country, and rap. Then just before kickoff, I jump seven times. I don‘t know where it came from but it just stuck.”

2. Match Day Rituals

Russo keeps her game day routine simple. “I used to be really superstitious actually, but now I feel like I’m quite laid back with it all,” she told Women’s Health. “I always have music on, so, as soon as I wake up I’ll put my music on. In the morning I like to have some porridge, and then just chill out, relax, watch something on TV, have some beans on toast.”

3. Strong Over Skinny

Russo overhauled her diet and nutrition to focus on being as strong as possible, rather than focus on being as thin as possible. “I wanted to make sure I hit really high protein [levels], but it was also about really low calories,” she told Women’s Health. “So [my diet] was high-protein, but I was sacrificing all the carbs and the fats… and then that would be my calories for the day. I was at a low point with my food and with my weight. I wasn’t strong enough; I wasn’t robust. [Now] my body is still a huge priority. But I understand I need to eat a lot more than I thought I did at the start, and now I don’t want to be skinny, I want to be strong. Food plays a huge part in how you feel and how your body reacts.”

4. Female Health

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Russo is glad the FA will now offer tailored health support for female players. “It’s definitely an area of the game that’s growing quite rapidly at the moment, because the men’s game set the standard for so many years,” she told Stylist. “Now the game has grown for women, I think it’s really important that we recognise that tailored care is something that we as players need. Our hormonal fluctuations and being on our period is a natural part of us as athletes, but it can be tough to deal with. Hopefully these new plans will help us to feel and perform better going forward.”

5. Style and Self-Care

Russo loves to dress up and enjoy self-care pitch. “You could ask male footballers the same thing: they like to get dressed up and get their hair cut all the time,” she told Women’s Health. “Just because we play a sport that’s aggressive and contact [that] doesn’t mean we don’t like to pamper ourselves…[I’m] an athlete, but I’m also a young girl who likes to engage in that side of it as well. Some girls do it with their clothes… everyone has their own little ways to express yourself outside of football.”

Portland Thorns FC player Sophia Smith is taking a break from her busy training schedule to get a caffeine boost with her favorite person. Smith, 23, shared a picture of herself wearing a black tracksuit and white sneakers, relaxing with her NFL star boyfriend Michael Wilson. “My favorite coffee date 🫶🏽,” she captioned the sweet post. Smith is a force to be reckoned with at a very young age, and she’s only getting better every day. Here’s what this athlete’s health and wellness regimen looks like.

1. She’s a Goal Scorer

Smith knows where her strengths lie in training. “In training, when we do small-side and stuff, I'm always trying new things and trying to be a little crafty and creative and figure out ways to, I don't know, put on a show,” she told Grant Wahl. “But I think it mostly just comes to me in games, and I envision it, and then I just do it. I've always considered myself a goal scorer. That's what I feel like I do best. That's what I feel like I can contribute to the teams that I'm on.”

2. Game Day Routine

Smith’s daily routine is focused on getting as much rest as possible. “[I] sleep in as late as possible, make my latte at home and drink it on my couch while I read my book for a while,” she told Portland Timbers. “Then I go to or make breakfast at home [depending if I have family in town or not] and go on a little walk [sometimes the walk just happens to be in Target] and then just relax until the game!”

3. Confident With Her Team

Smith genuinely loves playing with the Thorns. “Our coaching staff and the Thorns as a program allows people to be special and to be themselves, and figuring out a way to be able to do that, as well as helping my team in any way that I can,” she told Grant Wahl. “I think it's just gone really well. I think that's allowed me to be more confident, regardless of my age, regardless of how many years I've had in the league. I feel like I've found my place. And I'm just having fun. I think that's the biggest thing.”

4. Representing Women of Color

Smith is proud to represent women of color on the pitch. “Not everyone has the same opportunities [that I did],” she told ELLE. “I hope that can change, because there’s so much undiscovered talent we don’t see. I was honestly one of two, maybe three people of color on all of my club teams. Most girls had long, straight hair. I always felt like my hair was too crazy or too wild… You don’t have to have your hair a certain way. It doesn’t mean anything about who you are or how you’ll play.”

5. Family Support

Smith relies on her parents to keep her grounded. “If I look too far forward, it will just cause me anxiety,” she told ELLE. “The best thing for my mental health is to be in the moment right now, and to take each day as it is. I feel ready… [My dad will] remind me to just be myself. He’ll say that I don’t have to do anything I’ve never done before—that I just need to go do what I do, and be Soph.”

Soccer star Abby Dahlkemper is a proud partner with Adidas—so of course she had to show off some of her favorite workout outfits from the brand. The San Diego Wave FC defender, 30, shared pictures of herself dressed head to toe in a black and white Adidas tracksuit, her blonde hair pulled back into a low bun. “Daily coffee run,” she captioned the post. “Sue Sylvester vibes 🔥,” a fan commented, referring to Jane Lynch’s character on Glee. Here’s what makes Dahlkemper feel happy and on top of her game.

1. Fresh Air Workouts

Dahlkemper loves working out outdoors. “I like being out in nature, hiking and walking around outside,” she told Manchester City FC. “I think it’s therapeutic for me. It’s very calming and something I really enjoy. It helps me mentally to take a pause from the stresses of life, being a footballer with its ups and downs. I relish my time outside, experiencing different things. I’ve been lucky enough to travel as well, which is something I really enjoy.”

2. Volunteering For Rescue Dogs

Dahlkemper is passionate about animal rights and volunteers with San Diego dog rescue The Animal Pad. “I love volunteering with The Animal Pad and helping them anyway I can. As one of the 2023 @nationwide Community Impact Award Ambassadors, this season I had the opportunity to raise even more awareness for this amazing organization. So glad to have been part of this platform and hope to keep spreading the word for these loving dogs,” she captioned an Instagram post.

3. Enjoy the Process

Dahlkemper has a sensible philosophy when it comes to her game. “Things off the field affect stuff on the field,” she told The Equalizer. “Being happy and comfortable off the field, at home directly correlates to your happiness, your confidence, your joy on the field. All of those things affect performance. At the end of the day, performance is key at this level. It’s professional sports. It’s tough, it’s hard. I think finding joy in hard things is important as well, and I think maybe in the past I didn’t really realize that. Enjoy the process, enjoy the difficult times as well as the good times.”

4. Inspired By Her Mom

Dahlkemper is inspired by her mother, who played basketball in high school. “It’s really cool and inspiring. I love hearing my mom talk about that,” she told US Soccer. “You can still hear the passion and love for the game of basketball. She ended up quitting before college level and said - with a tear in her eye - that it’s her one biggest regret: that when she was faced with adversity, she gave into it. She didn’t have the equal opportunity as I have today with women’s sport. She is proud that I faced adversity but kept marching on and pursuing my dreams. I see myself in my mother and I’m so thankful and proud to have these values instilled in me: being mentally tough, independent and kind.”

5. Adidas Partner

Dahlkemper is thrilled to partner with Adidas. “I was obviously looking for new representation and wanted to find a brand that aligns with my core values,” she told Uproxx Sports. “I value relationships a lot and I want to feel — I mean, who doesn’t want to feel wanted — but I really wanted to feel wanted and cherished and I felt like adidas was the perfect fit. Right from the bat we got along great and they made me feel so welcome and I’m just so honored and humbled to represent such an amazing, globally-recognized brand.”

Antonela Roccuzzo, Lionel Messi's wife, just postted a new bathing suit photo that has fans commenting: "Lindos los dos!" Her family is on vacation in Spain’s Islas Baleares. She just posted a new photo of herself and her husband on the beach. In it, Roccuzzo posed in a black bathing suit with yellow and pink straps. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Antonela Roccuzzo 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 Exercise Bikes

Roccuzzo loves to use an exercise bike, specifically the Technogym. She explains why she loves it in an interview with Bestsport. “I didn’t use to train a lot on the bike, but what I liked the most about this model is the possibility to train and do classes with other users. You really feel like you’re in a live class sharing the experience with more people. It’s incredible the feeling of being able to do a spinning class while at home. With Technogym I have discovered that you can do live classes, compete with other people at the London and / or Milan club, share the experience with other users … It gives you the feeling of being in a gym.”

2. She Eats A Balanced Diet

PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 05: Antonela Roccuzzo attends the Louis Vuitton Womenswear Spring/Summer 2022 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on October 05, 2021 in Paris, France. (Photo by Jacopo Raule/Getty Images)

When it comes to her diet, Roccuzzo believes in balance. “I try to take care of my diet by following a balanced diet,” she says to Bestsport. “Eating everything and indulging in my whims from time to time.” "Eating heart healthy means eating:

• Mostly fruits, vegetables, grains, olive oil, and nuts.
• Some fish and poultry.
• Minimal dairy products, red meat, processed meats, and sweets," says the Cleveland Clinic.

3. She Doesn’t Restrict Herself

PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 07: Antonela Roccuzzo attends the Louis Vuitton Womenswear Fall/Winter 2022/2023 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 07, 2022 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images For Louis Vuitton)

Roccuzzo likes to use plans that are sustainable. She tells Bestsport that restricting herself from certain foods doesn’t help her in the long run. She says that this is why she has a balanced diet. “In my case, if the diet is very restrictive or eliminates certain foods, I will not be able to maintain it over time.

4. She Loves Latin Music

BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 10: Lionel Messi (R) and Antonella Rocuzzo (L) pose on the red carpet for the premiere of Messi10 by Cirque Du Soleil on October 10, 2019 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Robert Marquardt/Getty Images)

Roccuzzo loves to train with music in the background. She tells Bestsport that she has a favorite genre to listen to. “I love training with Latin music. It has the perfect rhythm to train and get the best of you and the desire to keep training to keep improving.”

5. She Goes To The Beach

PARIS, FRANCE - DECEMBER 02: (L-R) Antonella Roccuzzo and husband Lionel Messi attend the photocall during the Ballon D'Or Ceremony at Theatre Du Chatelet on December 02, 2019 in Paris, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/WireImage)

Roccuzzo loves to go to the beach with her family. Her Instagram is full of photos of herself at the beach. She posted this set of photos of herself spending a day on a boat. She captioned the post, “La Isla Bonita.”

Lacrosse champion Alex Aust is sharing throwback summer bikini pictures to herald the approach of the colder months. Aust, who is a Team USA gold medalist, posted a snap of herself wearing a tiny bikini while posing in the surf at the beach, looking fit and sunkissed. “When AA reminds you she creates magic,” Aust commented about famed photographer Alex Ashman. So how does she do it? Here are 5 ways Aust stays fit, strong, and happy.

1. HIIT Workouts

Aust is a big fan of HIIT workouts, and shares her routines online. “HIIT can help to decrease body fat, increase strength and endurance, and improve health outcomes, but it is not necessarily better than other exercise formats,” say the experts at Harvard Health. “Its main appeal is that it can achieve similar fitness and health benefits in a shorter duration, and that it includes periods of rest.”

2. Say No To the Scales

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Aust refuses to weigh herself, instead focusing on her strength and energy. “As athletes, we don’t have that stick-thin body type, but at the end of the day, our bodies are our vehicles,” says Nicole Aust, Alex’s sister and former Maryland Lacrosse teammate. “If Alex’s body is skinny and small, it’s not going to perform the way she wants it to on the field and she’s learned to cherish that.”

3. Professional Trainer

Aust developed at-home workout The Sweaat Life to continue working out during the pandemic lockdowns. “All of the things that I am involved with, I think back to my training at Maryland, hearing Cathy’s [Reese] voice in the back of my head, telling me to believe in myself,” she says. “That definitely is something that I constantly reflect back on when I do something or I put myself out there for another goal I am trying to reach.”

4. Sports Illustrated Model

Aust was emotional about her photoshoot for Sports Illustrated, as she worked incredibly hard to make it happen. “I felt every emotion I had in the past eight months,” she says about seeing the pictures for the first time. “Working my butt off to be the best version of myself. I saw that in a moment. I never realized a photo of yourself could be that powerful.”

5. She’s a Role Model

Being a role model for young female athletes is something Aust takes seriously and is proud of. “What’s more important than actually playing, though, is being able to reach these young female lacrosse fans,” she says. “That’s my biggest thing. To me, it’s super important that we have the visibility of the WPLL and have it on ESPN3, so that the girls on my club team can watch us play and see these high level athletes and hopefully in 15 years see them on these teams, which would be really, really cool.”