Soccer Star Steph Catley Shares Swimsuit Photo From Greece

Australia soccer star Steph Catley is taking a well-earned break from her busy training schedule to enjoy the beautiful sun and sea in Santorini, Greece. Catley, 29, shared highlights from her vacation, including snaps of herself wearing a yellow bikini and she soaked up the sun on a luxury yacht. She also included pictures of herself swimming in the ocean. “A few days to recharge in 🇬🇷😍,” she captioned the post. Catley works incredibly hard to maintain the physique of the Olympian she is—here’s how she does it.

1. Protein-Heavy Diet

Catley enjoys a balanced diet with plenty of protein. “[Breakfast is] 1 piece of almond butter toast, 1 bowl of oats with shredded almonds, honey and mixed berries,” she says. “[Lunch] varies but generally a salad with some sort of meat mixed in or on the side. My favorite combination right now is a chicken salad with spinach, walnuts and pear. [Snack is] a coffee with a small chia pudding bowl, or some fruit… I love different types of pastas, grilled vegetables and potatoes, or stir fries and dishes with brown rice.”

2. Game Day Fuel

Catley’s game-day diet is designed to give her as much energy as possible. “It depends what time the game is. But no matter what I eat in the morning or lunch, around an hour and a half before I play I always eat two slices of multigrain toast with peanut butter and sliced banana on top,” she says. Her favorite indulgence meal is “a huge burrito bowl from Chipotle with lime and salt chips on the side.”

3. Giving 100 Percent

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Catley leads by example when it comes to training and competing. "I always give 100 per cent at training and in everything that I do on and off the field," she says. "I'm not the leader that's going to be screaming and shouting at everyone in the change rooms [when something goes wrong]. On the field, I want people to look at me, and think, ‘Well, if she's giving 100 percent, always, then I have to give 100 percent'."

4. World Cup Training

Catley and her teammates start the day at 7.30am. “We’ve been non-stop for the last four to five weeks now. Training, gym, meetings, the lot,” she said about preparing for the World Cup. “The rest of the day is made up of ice-baths, massage, physio treatment and often media commitments… But the closer we get to the games, you can see the hard work paying off and everything starting to come together, so the hard work has definitely been worth it.”

5. Role Model

Catley was thrilled about taking part in the World Cup not just for herself and her team ,but for future athletes. "It's an opportunity for us, as a team, to inspire young girls and young boys," she said. “I had no [female athletes] to look up to growing up, to aspire to be a footballer, compared to what it’s like now. As a team, we have the opportunity to perform on the biggest stage on home soil, and I think it’s so, so exciting. It could change anything – everything – for football in Australia for young girls and young boys. So to be honest, I wish the World Cup was starting tomorrow. I'm just excited to get going.”

Model Costeen Hatzi and professional tennis player Nick Kyrgios are enjoying a trip together. The couple decided to travel to Nassau, and Hatzi posted photos of them on Instagram. In them, the couple lounged by the clear water. Hatzi captioned the post, “A well-deserved holiday,” referencing Nick's big Wimbledon final last weekend. How do they stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Costeen Hatzi and Nick Kyrgios stay 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. Nick Is Competitive

Kyrgios has to stay healthy in order to be a professional tennis player. His trainer, Matt James spilled some of his secrets to The Huffington Post. James says that Kyrgios is extremely driven and competitive. “He is extremely competitive and always wants to win, whether it's at tennis, basketball or FIFA PlayStation.”

2. Nick Does Fun Physical Activities

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James tells The Huffington Post that he keeps his sessions with Kyrgios fun. "A lot of the training I do with him is not just in the gym. I try to make it fun and introduce non-traditional disciplines into his regimen. We play basketball, mini tennis, we use the Ankorr System [a fitness trend using harnesses], the prowler [a type of sled] for sprint repeat efforts and a lot of tractor tyre flips, sled drags, farmers walks [walks with weights] and others."

3. Nick Is Vegan

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Kyrgios is on a vegan diet, and explained his reasons for doing so in a post on Athlete’s Voice. “I’ve been passionate about animal welfare for some time now. I don’t eat meat or dairy anymore. That’s not for my health, I just don’t believe in eating animals.I tried a vegan diet a couple of years ago but with all the travel I do, it was hard to stick to it. Since then I’ve managed to make it work, and I’ve been vegetarian for quite a while. Seeing the footage of these animals suffering with the fires only reinforces why I’ve chosen this diet. When I see these terrible photos, I can’t comprehend eating meat.”

4. Costeen Swims

Hatzi loves to swim as a way to stay in shape. As you can tell from her Instagram, the model spends a lot of time at the beach and the pool. She posted these photos of herself in the pool while vacationing in Palm Springs. She captioned the post, “Boyfriends of insta,” tagging Kyrgios.

5. Costeen Loves Coffee

Hatzi likes to enjoy a caffeinated beverage. Specifically, coffee. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself enjoying a large glass of it in Palma De Mallorca. According to Hopkins Medicine, coffee has a lot of benefits. “Caffeine is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about coffee. But coffee also contains antioxidants and other active substances that may reduce internal inflammation and protect against disease.”

Former University of Nebraska volleyball champion Lauren Stivrins took some time over the summer to relax and get some sun in Scottsdale, Arizona. Stivrins shared a picture of herself soaking up the sunshine in a red lace-up bikini, a dark sun hat protecting her face. “Super athlete to supermodel,” an admiring fan commented. Here’s what Stivrins has to say about playing professional volleyball and what she’s been up to.

1. Big Life Change

Stivrins went through intensive rehab after getting injured, and chose not to follow in the footsteps of other athletes by going overseas to play. “My body was fatigued. It had been a long season, and I was still doing my rehab,” she says. “I really had a chance to finish that out, calm down and get my feet under me. Especially after such a big life change — graduating from college and packing up the last six years of my life — I wasn’t ready to do all that over again in a foreign country.”

2. Drafting a Team

Stivrins acted as captain for the Athletes Unlimited professional league, and was responsible for drafting a team. “Even though I am the youngest (player), it’s nice to feel that my voice matters and people want to hear what I have to say,” she says. “I think that there is something really special here, and I’m really glad that I decided to come out here… It’s a player-led league. So if ever there’s something that’s bothering you, or whatever, everyone is so willing to help and everyone is so supportive here, and it’s honestly such a breath of fresh air.”

3. Italian Volleyball

Stivrins signed with Italian club Il Bisonte Firenze in 2022, which turned out to be a great adventure. “Most of these people have played overseas and have either played there or played against them,” she says. “Everyone has had really great things to say, and they said Florence was one of their favorite cities.”

4. Exploring the World

Stivrins loves to travel and blogs about her experiences. “Shanghai is one of the fastest growing and most modern cities in China. These were taken as we walked along Shanghai for the last time! We were able to shop around the older areas of Shanghai which were quite colorful and unique from any structures we would see in the U.S.,” she captioned a post.

5. Spontaneous Adventures

Stivrins jokes about being spontaneous when it comes to travel and spending time with friends, judging by her social media posts. “Went to visit @kaylanier in Puerto Rico less than a week after she signed her contract. Are we spontaneous girlies or do we just have separation anxiety? I guess we’ll never know,” reads the tongue-in-cheek caption on an Instagram post.

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.”

Katerina Tannenbaum is heating up Europe in her swimsuit. In a social media post the Better Call Saul and And Just Like That star shows off her amazing body in a bathing suit during a European vacation. “In Greece,” she captioned the gorgeous Instagram snap, driving her followers wild. “You’re so beautiful,” wrote Scout Willis. “Gorgeous,” commented another follower. How does the young actress approach health and wellness? Celebwell rounded up her top lifestyle habits.

1. She Dances

“I grew up dancing and doing musical theater in Portland, Oregon,” Katerina told the New York Times. “I tend to overintellectualize stuff, but dancing exposes my animal side. It feels good and shuts my brain off, which is helpful for my work. Acting requires having a natural reaction rooted in your character’s background, but if you’re obsessing over things or are only focused on the words, you lose the moment. The magic of dance is in letting your body react.”

2. She Swims

Katerina loves spending time in the water swimming. 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.

3. She Hikes

Katerina also loves to hike. “A reminder that New York is pretty,” she captioned a post. “Hiking is one of the best ways to get exercise. No matter what type of trail you find yourself on, hiking is a great whole-body workout—from head to toe and everything in between,” says the National Parks Service. Some of the physical benefits include building stronger muscles and bones, improving your sense of balance, improving your heart health, and decreasing the risk of certain respiratory problems. It also offers many mental health benefits, according to a Stanford University study.

4. She Rides Horses

Katerina loves horses. According to the American Heart Association, riding horses is great for your health. Not only does it boost cardiovascular health, but builds core strength, burns calories, and lowers blood pressure. It is also great for your mental health as it helps relax you.

5. She Does “Free Form” Dancing

“I don’t do a traditional ballet warm-up or anything; it’s free-form. I’ve been listening to MSC and Björk, both of which are varied and emotive. I like to dance to reggaeton,” she told the New York Times. Dancing is a great workout for many reasons. Not only does it build strength and promote flexibility, but 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 heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.