Sommer Ray in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares "Morning Stretch"

Sommer Ray is stretching in her workout gear. In a new social media post the gorgeous influencer shows off her incredibly fit figure in a sports bra and leggings, getting ready for a sweat session in a studio. “Morning stretch,” she wrote about the Instagram Stories images. How does the fitness influencer maintain her impressive physique? Here is everything you need to know about her diet and exercise routine.

1. She Lifts Weights

Sommer started her weight lifting journey at the age of 14 and started competing at 16. She explained, "it’s a whole different world where many girls are on steroids, and I didn’t want to do that to my body," to Cosmopolitan about her decision to quit competing.

2. She Stretches

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Sommer understands the importance of stretching, as can be evidenced in her recent 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.”

3. She Exercises 5 Days a Week

Sommer exercises like it's her job – because it is. You can find her in sweat sessions five times a week for up to 90 minutes, spending an entire two days on her lower body. "If my glutes are sore, I tell myself, 'I probably shouldn't work them today,' " she explained. "I just listen to my body." She also mixes things up. "There’s not a certain exercise or specific workout that’s beneficial," she says. "I switch it up every day and try to make it fun, because as soon as it feels like a job, you don’t want to do it."

4. She Consumes Lots of Protein

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Ray consumes at least 70 grams of protein per day to keep her glutes built and maintain muscle mass. She starts the day with a protein shake, and then eats five more small but protein-packed meals throughout the day, she told Cosmo. Grilled chicken, veggies and steamed white rice is one of her go-to meals. Starchy veggies and whole grains fulfill her carb requirements. "If I want a slice of pizza, I have a slice of pizza. I want to look good, but I also want to enjoy life," she explained. She added to Luxury Lifestyle Magazine that she can’t say no to a weekly burger. “Ooh, easy. In-n-out. I probably go once a week,” she said when asked what her favorite restaurant was.

5. She Takes Baths

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What is Sommer’s self-care ritual? “Baths lol, I love baths with Epsom salts and lavender essential oil. It's really the most relaxing thing for me. It's my therapy, I can sit in there for hours,” she told Paper. Baths have been linked to better sleep and even found helpful to minimize anxiety and depression. One recent study even found that they may even boast cardiovascular benefits.

Sommer Ray is a lot of things. She is a bodybuilder. She’s a fitness model and influencer. She’s a skincare maven, with her line IMARAÏS. And she’s recently started her DJ career. Ray recently shared a new photo on her Instagram story. In it, she wore a green shirt and brown shorts. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Sommer Ray stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Makes Time For Herself

Ray tells Heatworld that she always makes time for herself. "Sundays are all about relaxation,” she says. “I love to take a hot bath, moisturise, curl up in my robe, and de-stress after a busy week. And of course, hang out with my pets. I’m a huge animal fanatic and grew up on a ranch in Colorado surrounded by them, so spending as much time as possible with them is really important to me. It’s my favourite pastime."

2. She Has A Simple Skincare Routine

Ray tells Heatworld that she keeps her skincare simple, and that she kept this in mind when developing her line. "I developed IMARAÏS with my own personal experiences in mind but also taking into account that everyone’s skin is unique. I always have my friends try out my IMARAÏS gummies, and they get hooked quickly as they just taste so good! I feel that most people don’t need a 12-step skincare routine, we need long-lasting solutions that start from within and effective ingredients. That’s exactly what IMARAÏS stands for."

3. She Stays Hydrated

Ray makes sure that she’s staying hydrated. She tells Heatworld that this is one of her biggest wellness secrets. "Making sure I drink enough water, although I am always careful in making sure I don’t waste it. Water wastage is a huge issue that people don’t necessarily think about, but it’s really important to me.”

4. She Has A Morning Routine

Ray likes to start her day off on the right foot. She shared her morning routine with Heatworld. "To me, the key to mornings is getting active as early as possible. Get your heart rate up by doing a workout or going for a run. I always eat a healthy breakfast too, as it sets me up for the busy day ahead. Also, do something to make yourself feel confident. Put on a cute outfit, smile at yourself in the mirror, and just be happy to be you!"

5. She Listens to Her Body

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Ray shared some of her fitness secrets in an interview with Cosmopolitan. She says that she does a variety of things to keep herself in shape. "If my glutes are sore, I tell myself, 'I probably shouldn't work them today,' " she says. "I just listen to my body. There’s not a certain exercise or specific workout that’s beneficial. I switch it up every day and try to make it fun, because as soon as it feels like a job, you don’t want to do it."

Model and fitness influencer Sommer Ray has an incredible figure, which she isn’t afraid of showing off. She has posted several revealing photos on social media. In a recent Instagram post, Ray modeled a zebra print bathing suit from her line. She captioned the post, “Swim is the move, even though it’s almost August.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Sommer Ray 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 Makes Smoothies In The Morning

Ray revealed some of her health and wellness tips in this video on her channel. She says that she doesn’t like to eat a whole meal for breakfast, and favors smoothies in the mornings. “I like to wake up and make a smoothie,” she says. “I put a bunch of spinach in it, because I hate to eat spinach, but I like to drink it. A couple scoops of protein powder, and I put flaxseed.”

2. She Uses CBD Oil For Pain

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In her YouTube video, Ray revealed one of the things she uses for muscle pain. She says that she has struggled with knee pain for years and several treatments, like physical therapy, weren’t always working. However, she did find a solution. “I use CBD oil,” she says. “It helps with inflammation, and it’s like changed my life.” Ray says she puts it on before she works out.

3. She’s Creative

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Ray revealed some of her favorite workout and diet tricks in this post on her website. She syas that she likes to use gym equipment in a unique way. “I get creative and use standard strength-training machines my own way,” she says. “Take the hamstring curl machine. Instead of just lying face down and hooking my ankles behind the bar to engage the back of my legs to bring the bar towards my butt (as directed), I lie face-up with my upper back on the pad, the soles of my feet on the ground, and the bar positioned against my hips. Then, I engage my hamstrings and butt to lift my hips against the resistance until my body forms a straight line between my knees and shoulders.”

4. She Interval Trains

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In the post on her website, Ray revealed that she likes to do interval training. “After my workouts, I do 6 minutes of high-intensity interval training with a jump rope. I'll hop for 1 to 3 minutes, take a 30-second break, then repeat for up to six minutes total before calling it a day.”

5. She Indulges On Weekends

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Ray naturally tries to eat healthy. However, she also believes in indulging. “On the weekends, and on some weekdays, too, I also like to have a drink — typically, tequila — and whatever else I'm craving,” she writes on her website. “If I want a slice of pizza, I have a slice of pizza. I want to look good, but I also want to enjoy life.”