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18 Amazing Bodies of Stars From the South

Discover the inspiring fitness and wellness journeys of 18 beloved stars from the southern USA.

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Discover the inspiring fitness and wellness journeys of 18 beloved stars from the southern USA. From Hollywood A-listers like Jennifer Lawrence and Matthew McConaughey to music icons like Carrie Underwood and Garth Brooks, these celebrities offer insights into their workout routines, dietary preferences, and approaches to leading healthy, balanced lives. Whether it's embracing a body-positive attitude, practicing yoga and meditation, or engaging in rigorous training, each star shares unique perspectives on staying in shape and achieving overall well-being. Join us on this captivating exploration of 18 remarkable southern stars and their amazing fitness.


1. Jennifer Lawrence

Liberty,State,Park,,Nj,-,June,1,,2019:,Jennifer,LawrenceShutterstock

Jennifer Lawrence grew up in Kentucky. She is open about not liking the diet culture in society. "I don't like when people say, 'I only do this or eat this,'" she told Vogue. "Because I eat. I'm not very strict with my diet: If I want a piece of pizza, I eat a piece of pizza. But I do work out more than normal because I have a certain way that I want to look, and a way that I want to fit into my clothes.”

2. Matthew McConaughey

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Matthew McConaughey is originally from Texas. He shared some of his favorite workouts in an interview with Men’s Journal. “Like any mammal, we’re always gonna make it back home. I like to run 20 minutes out, turn around, and drop and do 20 pushups 10 times during the run back.”

3. Channing Tatum

Los,Angeles,-,Mar,9:,Channing,Tatum,At,The,VersaceShutterstock

Channing Tatum is originally from Alabama. He opened up about raising his daughter in an interview with USA Today. “She’s taught me a softness I probably never would have had if I’d had a boy,” Tatum says. “If I had a boy I’d probably be even more afraid, because my dad was very hard on me, and I wouldn’t have known how to be soft with him. I think that probably would have been a harder journey.”

4. Reese Witherspoon

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Reese Witherspoon grew up in Louisiana. She has amazing skin, and makes sure to take care of it. “My skin texture has changed a little bit [in recent years] — it's a little bit drier," she tells Harper's Bazaar. “I definitely struggle with brown spots, I think from pregnancy, and so I'm looking for products that are really effective for dark-spot treatment. Especially in the summer, they get darker since they come up with heat."

5. Sandra Bullock

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Sandra Bullock was born in Virginia and raised in North Carolina. She currently lives in Texas. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, she revealed that she wants to spend more time at home. "I take my job very seriously when I’m at work," she said. "And I just want to be 24/7 with my babies and my family. That’s where I’m gonna be for a while.”

6. Justin Timberlake

New,York,,Ny,-,June,13,,2019:,Justin,Timberlake,AttendsShutterstock

Tennessee native, Justin Timberlake, works with Ben Bruno to keep himself in shape. Bruno tells GQ that Timberlake likes to lift a lot of heavy weights, and he’s constantly pushing himself. “None of the pro athletes I train have been able to beat this yet, and I haven’t either, which is actually super annoying because lifting is the one thing I thought I could do better than him. It’s really cool to see a guy in Justin’s position putting forth this type of effort and moving heavy weight because it doesn’t matter who you are, you can’t buy results in the gym. You have to work for it.”

7. Faith Hill

Las,Vegas,,Nv,-,April,02,,2017:,Faith,Hill,AtShutterstock

Faith Hill was born in Mississippi and grew up in Tennessee. In an old interview with SELF, she talked about her approach to working out. “Some days it's harder to get myself moving than others, but it has such a positive impact on my day. I have more energy throughout the day and feel better overall. I also try to drink 70 to 90 ounces of water a day. It is so good for you, inside and out."

8. Julia Roberts

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Julia Roberts grew up in Georgia. She shared her diet in an interview with People. Roberts said that she doesn’t believe in restricting herself, and has a few indulgences that she goes to. “I love a good cookie…Why is everybody scared of pasta? Pasta never did anything to you. Don’t be mean to pasta.”

9. Tim McGraw

Las,Vegas,,Nv,-,April,2,,2017:,Tim,Mcgraw,AtShutterstock

Tim McGraw was born in Louisiana. He opened up about how he changed his lifestyle to a healthier one to People. “I’ve gone through a physical transformation in the last 10 years, but it’s not just my appearance that has changed,” he said. “My mind is clearer, my sense of purpose is sharper, and my relationships are deeper. Consistent physical exercise helps me bring focus to my life and to the people who mean the most to me.”

10. Carrie Underwood

Nashville,-,Jun,5:,Carrie,Underwood,(l),And,Mike,FisherShutterstock

Carrie Underwood grew up in a small Oklahoma town. She works with trainer, Eve Overland, to help her stay in shape. Overland talked about working with the singer to Shape Magazine.

“She likes to stick with the basics because they work. Lateral band walks, leg press machine [reps], hamstring curls, and cable straight leg kickbacks are a few more go-tos because of the great pump they give you."

11. Kelly Clarkson

Los,Angeles,-,May,9:,Kelly,Clarkson,At,The,AmericanShutterstock

Kelly Clarkson grew up in Texas, and lived in Tennessee for a number of years. She shared her beauty mantra with People in 2018. “I just don’t care about things I feel like people put a lot of weight and gravity in. I do thank my upbringing for that. I just, I care about things that I feel like are important. So my beauty mantra is just to be a beautiful, kind, nice and thoughtful [person].”

12. Josh Hutcherson

Hollywood,,Ca,Usa,-,Nov,16,2019:,Josh,Hutcherson,ArrivesShutterstock

Like his Hunger Games co-star, Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson is from Kentucky. He revealed how he stays in shape in an interview with Men’s Journal. “Sports are my number one workout reg­imen. I play pickup basketball and soccer when I’m in L.A. After two hours, I’m drip­ ping in sweat. Even if I’m out of shape, I go as hard as I can, lungs bleeding. I need that competitive drive to get a cardio workout.”

13. Jennifer Garner

Los,Angeles,-,Apr,13:,Jennifer,Garner,Arrives,For,Apple+Shutterstock

Jennifer Garner was born in Texas and raised in West Virginia. She works with trainer Beth Nicely to help her stay in shape. "On a typical day we'll do a solid warm-up and then we'll get the blood flowing and the heart rate up a bit with some cardio dances," Nicely told Shape. "We might do two to four dances and then I'll usually take her through a plyometric box series. And then we might take the heart rate down and pick up some weights to do some strength training. And then I'll get her back to the boxes and we'll do a plyometric series with one of those bigger plyometric boxes."

14. Julianne Moore

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Julianne Moore was born in North Carolina, and was raised all over the country due to her father being in the military. Moore broke down her daily routine to Marie Claire. “I try to do 10 a.m. yoga classes. I go to The Shala Yoga. They lost their Manhattan studio, but they still have their studio in Brooklyn and they’re online. It’s theshala.com and my teachers are Kristen and Barbara and Ashley. After my workout class, I’ll have something to eat. I’ll have scrambled eggs with toast and fruit or I’ll have a Pressed smoothie. It’s Green Light, but I add mango, and chia, and flax seeds.”

15. Eva Longoria

Los,Angeles,-,Sep,24:,Eva,Longoria,Arrives,For,TheShutterstock

Native Texan, Eva Longoria, opened up about losing the baby weight to Health Digest. “Meditation I do every day, and when I started yoga, it was only twice a week. It wasn't that intense. Again, I gave myself the space, but I was like, ‘Okay, I'm going to work out two times this week, and this time I'm going to do three times.’ But once I was in it, I'm a five-day-a-week girl, so it turned into that once I was back in my space of before-the-baby. I love working out. Working out for me is my mental health hour. I need to give it that hour a day. On my off days is yoga or stretching.”

16. Nastia Liukin

Los,Angeles,-,Jul,18:,Nastia,Liukin,Arrives,To,TheShutterstock

Gymnast Nastia Liukin grew up in Texas. She shared her diet and exercise trips with TODAY. "A lot of protein, a lot of vegetables, a lot of greens. I don't really eat too many carbs, and if I do, it's brown rice or quinoa. And I really love green juices. I don't necessarily do green juice cleanses for a week long, but if I'm not feeling that great, I'll just do a one or two day juice cleanse, and it will just pick me right back up."

17. Maren Morris

Nashville,-,Jun,5:,Maren,Morris,Attends,The,2019,CmtShutterstock

In an interview with Women’s Health, Maren Morris shared her favorite workouts, and her approach to fitness. "I'd always worked out really intermittently and done yoga and hot yoga but had never really used a trainer before, and I really wanted to get toned. I didn't necessarily want to lose weight, I wanted to feel strong, so I definitely do feel strong now, which is nice."

18. Garth Brooks

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Garth Brooks is originally from Oklahoma. In an interview, he opened up about the important roles fitness and health have in his life and career. “You want to try to be as fit as you can. Because my job is to get to everyone in that stadium. And we have two and a half hours to get it done. So we will be moving a lot. And physically I wanted to not have that as an obstacle.”

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18 Amazing Bodies of Stars From the South

Discover the inspiring fitness and wellness journeys of 18 beloved stars from the southern USA.

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Evidence-Based

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

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Discover the inspiring fitness and wellness journeys of 18 beloved stars from the southern USA. From Hollywood A-listers like Jennifer Lawrence and Matthew McConaughey to music icons like Carrie Underwood and Garth Brooks, these celebrities offer insights into their workout routines, dietary preferences, and approaches to leading healthy, balanced lives. Whether it's embracing a body-positive attitude, practicing yoga and meditation, or engaging in rigorous training, each star shares unique perspectives on staying in shape and achieving overall well-being. Join us on this captivating exploration of 18 remarkable southern stars and their amazing fitness.


1. Jennifer Lawrence

Liberty,State,Park,,Nj,-,June,1,,2019:,Jennifer,LawrenceShutterstock

Jennifer Lawrence grew up in Kentucky. She is open about not liking the diet culture in society. "I don't like when people say, 'I only do this or eat this,'" she told Vogue. "Because I eat. I'm not very strict with my diet: If I want a piece of pizza, I eat a piece of pizza. But I do work out more than normal because I have a certain way that I want to look, and a way that I want to fit into my clothes.”

2. Matthew McConaughey

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Matthew McConaughey is originally from Texas. He shared some of his favorite workouts in an interview with Men’s Journal. “Like any mammal, we’re always gonna make it back home. I like to run 20 minutes out, turn around, and drop and do 20 pushups 10 times during the run back.”

3. Channing Tatum

Los,Angeles,-,Mar,9:,Channing,Tatum,At,The,VersaceShutterstock

Channing Tatum is originally from Alabama. He opened up about raising his daughter in an interview with USA Today. “She’s taught me a softness I probably never would have had if I’d had a boy,” Tatum says. “If I had a boy I’d probably be even more afraid, because my dad was very hard on me, and I wouldn’t have known how to be soft with him. I think that probably would have been a harder journey.”

4. Reese Witherspoon

Los,Angeles,-,Apr,13:,Reese,Witherspoon,Arrives,For,Apple+Shutterstock

Reese Witherspoon grew up in Louisiana. She has amazing skin, and makes sure to take care of it. “My skin texture has changed a little bit [in recent years] — it's a little bit drier," she tells Harper's Bazaar. “I definitely struggle with brown spots, I think from pregnancy, and so I'm looking for products that are really effective for dark-spot treatment. Especially in the summer, they get darker since they come up with heat."

5. Sandra Bullock

Los,Angeles,-,Mar,21:,Sandra,Bullock,Arrives,For,'theShutterstock

Sandra Bullock was born in Virginia and raised in North Carolina. She currently lives in Texas. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, she revealed that she wants to spend more time at home. "I take my job very seriously when I’m at work," she said. "And I just want to be 24/7 with my babies and my family. That’s where I’m gonna be for a while.”

6. Justin Timberlake

New,York,,Ny,-,June,13,,2019:,Justin,Timberlake,AttendsShutterstock

Tennessee native, Justin Timberlake, works with Ben Bruno to keep himself in shape. Bruno tells GQ that Timberlake likes to lift a lot of heavy weights, and he’s constantly pushing himself. “None of the pro athletes I train have been able to beat this yet, and I haven’t either, which is actually super annoying because lifting is the one thing I thought I could do better than him. It’s really cool to see a guy in Justin’s position putting forth this type of effort and moving heavy weight because it doesn’t matter who you are, you can’t buy results in the gym. You have to work for it.”

7. Faith Hill

Las,Vegas,,Nv,-,April,02,,2017:,Faith,Hill,AtShutterstock

Faith Hill was born in Mississippi and grew up in Tennessee. In an old interview with SELF, she talked about her approach to working out. “Some days it's harder to get myself moving than others, but it has such a positive impact on my day. I have more energy throughout the day and feel better overall. I also try to drink 70 to 90 ounces of water a day. It is so good for you, inside and out."

8. Julia Roberts

Los,Angeles,,Ca.,January,06,,2019:,Julia,Roberts,At,TheShutterstock

Julia Roberts grew up in Georgia. She shared her diet in an interview with People. Roberts said that she doesn’t believe in restricting herself, and has a few indulgences that she goes to. “I love a good cookie…Why is everybody scared of pasta? Pasta never did anything to you. Don’t be mean to pasta.”

9. Tim McGraw

Las,Vegas,,Nv,-,April,2,,2017:,Tim,Mcgraw,AtShutterstock

Tim McGraw was born in Louisiana. He opened up about how he changed his lifestyle to a healthier one to People. “I’ve gone through a physical transformation in the last 10 years, but it’s not just my appearance that has changed,” he said. “My mind is clearer, my sense of purpose is sharper, and my relationships are deeper. Consistent physical exercise helps me bring focus to my life and to the people who mean the most to me.”

10. Carrie Underwood

Nashville,-,Jun,5:,Carrie,Underwood,(l),And,Mike,FisherShutterstock

Carrie Underwood grew up in a small Oklahoma town. She works with trainer, Eve Overland, to help her stay in shape. Overland talked about working with the singer to Shape Magazine.

“She likes to stick with the basics because they work. Lateral band walks, leg press machine [reps], hamstring curls, and cable straight leg kickbacks are a few more go-tos because of the great pump they give you."

11. Kelly Clarkson

Los,Angeles,-,May,9:,Kelly,Clarkson,At,The,AmericanShutterstock

Kelly Clarkson grew up in Texas, and lived in Tennessee for a number of years. She shared her beauty mantra with People in 2018. “I just don’t care about things I feel like people put a lot of weight and gravity in. I do thank my upbringing for that. I just, I care about things that I feel like are important. So my beauty mantra is just to be a beautiful, kind, nice and thoughtful [person].”

12. Josh Hutcherson

Hollywood,,Ca,Usa,-,Nov,16,2019:,Josh,Hutcherson,ArrivesShutterstock

Like his Hunger Games co-star, Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson is from Kentucky. He revealed how he stays in shape in an interview with Men’s Journal. “Sports are my number one workout reg­imen. I play pickup basketball and soccer when I’m in L.A. After two hours, I’m drip­ ping in sweat. Even if I’m out of shape, I go as hard as I can, lungs bleeding. I need that competitive drive to get a cardio workout.”

13. Jennifer Garner

Los,Angeles,-,Apr,13:,Jennifer,Garner,Arrives,For,Apple+Shutterstock

Jennifer Garner was born in Texas and raised in West Virginia. She works with trainer Beth Nicely to help her stay in shape. "On a typical day we'll do a solid warm-up and then we'll get the blood flowing and the heart rate up a bit with some cardio dances," Nicely told Shape. "We might do two to four dances and then I'll usually take her through a plyometric box series. And then we might take the heart rate down and pick up some weights to do some strength training. And then I'll get her back to the boxes and we'll do a plyometric series with one of those bigger plyometric boxes."

14. Julianne Moore

New,York,,Ny,-,November,29:,Julianne,Moore,Attends,TheShutterstock

Julianne Moore was born in North Carolina, and was raised all over the country due to her father being in the military. Moore broke down her daily routine to Marie Claire. “I try to do 10 a.m. yoga classes. I go to The Shala Yoga. They lost their Manhattan studio, but they still have their studio in Brooklyn and they’re online. It’s theshala.com and my teachers are Kristen and Barbara and Ashley. After my workout class, I’ll have something to eat. I’ll have scrambled eggs with toast and fruit or I’ll have a Pressed smoothie. It’s Green Light, but I add mango, and chia, and flax seeds.”

15. Eva Longoria

Los,Angeles,-,Sep,24:,Eva,Longoria,Arrives,For,TheShutterstock

Native Texan, Eva Longoria, opened up about losing the baby weight to Health Digest. “Meditation I do every day, and when I started yoga, it was only twice a week. It wasn't that intense. Again, I gave myself the space, but I was like, ‘Okay, I'm going to work out two times this week, and this time I'm going to do three times.’ But once I was in it, I'm a five-day-a-week girl, so it turned into that once I was back in my space of before-the-baby. I love working out. Working out for me is my mental health hour. I need to give it that hour a day. On my off days is yoga or stretching.”

16. Nastia Liukin

Los,Angeles,-,Jul,18:,Nastia,Liukin,Arrives,To,TheShutterstock

Gymnast Nastia Liukin grew up in Texas. She shared her diet and exercise trips with TODAY. "A lot of protein, a lot of vegetables, a lot of greens. I don't really eat too many carbs, and if I do, it's brown rice or quinoa. And I really love green juices. I don't necessarily do green juice cleanses for a week long, but if I'm not feeling that great, I'll just do a one or two day juice cleanse, and it will just pick me right back up."

17. Maren Morris

Nashville,-,Jun,5:,Maren,Morris,Attends,The,2019,CmtShutterstock

In an interview with Women’s Health, Maren Morris shared her favorite workouts, and her approach to fitness. "I'd always worked out really intermittently and done yoga and hot yoga but had never really used a trainer before, and I really wanted to get toned. I didn't necessarily want to lose weight, I wanted to feel strong, so I definitely do feel strong now, which is nice."

18. Garth Brooks

Garth,Brooks,In,The,Press,Room,At,The,43rd,AnnualShutterstock

Garth Brooks is originally from Oklahoma. In an interview, he opened up about the important roles fitness and health have in his life and career. “You want to try to be as fit as you can. Because my job is to get to everyone in that stadium. And we have two and a half hours to get it done. So we will be moving a lot. And physically I wanted to not have that as an obstacle.”

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This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

From intense workouts to mindful well-being practices, these actors and actresses go to great lengths to bring their characters to life. Join us on a journey to discover the incredible dedication and commitment of the cast, as they share their fitness routines, mental resilience, and thoughts on diversity in theater. These stars have left no stone unturned in their quest to deliver unforgettable portrayals, both physically and emotionally. Explore the astounding stories of these seven amazing bodies of these Queen Charlotte stars.


1. India Amarteifio

London,,England,,Uk,-,December,3,,2023:,India,Amarteifio,AttendsShutterstock

India Amarteifio played the younger Charlotte in the series. She revealed on Instagram that she has been working with personal trainers. “For the last two to three months, 2-3 times a week [my personal trainers] have been running me into the ground, but in the most rewarding and beneficial way. I have hopefully gained some physical strength, but also [my trainers] have highlighted how important your mental well-being is to your overall health, which I think has been incredibly valuable.”

2. Corey Mylchreest

Westwood,,Ca,Usa,-,April,26,,2023:,Corey,Mylchreest,AttendsShutterstock

Corey Mylchreest played the younger King George lll. He tells E! News that he worked with a trainer to prep for the show. "We would start, and I would stop and think, 'I've had a really intense workout, and I won't need to come back for a few days,'" he said. "And then they would say, 'OK, halfway through the warmup.' It was just painful. It was just pain."

3. Golda Rosheuvel

Westwood,,Ca,Usa,-,April,26,,2023:,Golda,Rosheuvel,AttendsShutterstock

Golda Rosheuvel plays the older Queen Charlotte. She revealed her training process for the role to Euphoria Magazine. “During shooting and in my normal life, I work out three times a week. I do weight training, and about six weeks before filming, I’d start eating healthy and drinking lots of water because I have to be match fit because it takes a lot of stamina to wear those costumes and those wigs.”

4. Arsema Thomas

Westwood,,Ca,Usa,-,April,26,,2023:,Arsema,Thomas,AttendsShutterstock

Arsema Thomas played the younger Agatha on the show. She talked about the positive response to the show to The Hollywood Reporter. “To see the positive response and the excitement and the applause from the Black community and really from everybody to this character and this story, I think is, unfortunately, the stamp of approval that the industry needs to show that these stories should be told. And you will still be successful in telling these stories — and that’s successful in big ass quotes.”

5. Adjoa Antoh

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Adjoa Antoh played the older Agatha on the series. She revealed to Get The Gloss that she loves spending time outside. “It's very grounding to see the ebb and flow of nature when you're going through something in your own body's cycle,” Antoh says. “I've found it literally lowers the blood pressure, calms me and allows my eyes to rest in a wider vista away from the tiny screens we're fixed on for so much of the day now. My life has no routine so I just have to build it into my day wherever I'm working. I'll watch the sunrise, swim in the sea at any time of the year or go for a massive walk across the Sussex Downs, with a pair of binoculars, and do some birdwatching. I do it with my husband, too, which is a good way to be more alert to what's going on with each other and offer support.”

6. Sam Clemmett

Westwood,,Ca,Usa,-,April,26,,2023:,Sam,Clemmett,AttendsShutterstock

Sam Clemmett played the role of young Brimsley. He also starred in Harry Potter & The Cursed Child. In a masterclass, Clemmett revealed he had to stay in shape for the role. “It's a very demanding show and very physical. So every day would start with a warm up of things like yoga and cardio to make sure we had the stamina to perform in the shows and not injure ourselves.”

7. Cyril Nri

New,York,,Ny,-,April,20,,2018:,Cyrill,Nri,AttendsShutterstock

Cyril Nri played Lord Herman Danbury. He talked about the importance of diversity in theater with The Fix Magazine. “Some of this is about the economic constraints on black and ethnic minorities communities who have less disposable income to spend on such pursuits. But equally if there aren’t real efforts made to have the people behind the scenes (directors, producers, writers) and onstage reflect your experience, why would a black audience get the catharsis that they seek from theatre?”



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7 Amazing Bodies of the Stars of "FBI"

Here are their approaches to life.

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Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

We are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.

The hit series "FBI" showcases not only gripping crime narratives but also a cast of stars with incredible bodies and unique fitness approaches. From Missy Peregrym's love for athletic roles to Alana de la Garza's trust in her creative process, these actors bring more than just their acting chops to the screen. Sela Ward's poolside laps, Zeeko Zaki's protein-powered transformation, Vedette Lim's desert hikes, and Ebonee Noel's technical dialogue mastery all contribute to their on-screen personas. Even Connie Nielsen's thoughtfully curated diet reflects her commitment to holistic well-being. Join us in exploring the inspiring physical journeys of these "FBI" stars.


1. Missy Peregrym

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FBI isn’t the first action role Missy Peregrym had. She previously starred in the cop drama Rookie Blue and in the gymnastics film Stick It. According to an interview in People, these choices are intentional. "I like roles where I get to do stunts and be athletic, so I'm playing the vulnerability every woman has and also the ability to handle crazy situations.”

2. Alana de la Garza

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Alana de la Garza talked about what she likes about starring in FBIin an interview. “There is something really relaxing about that creative process when you trust the people you work with and you’re able to perform. If you’re able to take words off a page and, luckily, the words that are on our pages are just incredible. The storytellers that we have that are writing these scripts are so good that you can trust that and you’re able to feel creatively complete by trusting the other characters on the show who are also your friends. There is something relaxing about that.”

3. Sela Ward

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Sela Ward loves to swim to stay in shape. She shared this photo on Facebook of herself in the pool after doing laps. She captioned the photo, “Got my laps in for the day! Can someone hand me a towel, please?”

4. Zeeko Zaki

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Zeeko Zaki talked about his weight loss in an interview with Entertainment Tonight. "The craziest part was just being kind of a different person every year. You get like 10 lbs. a year, I wanted to do it slow," Zaki explained. "But my biggest tip and the thing that I walked away from was a little trick I learned from The 4-Hour Body by Timothy Ferriss — 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up. So give it a shot."

5. Vedette Lim

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Vedette Lim spends a lot of time outside. Naturally, she likes to do outdoor workouts to keep herself in shape. Lim posted this photo on Instagram of herself going on a hike in the deserts of Arizona. She captioned it, “A visit to my birth state.”

6. Ebonee Noel

New,York,,Ny,-,November,01:,Ebonee,Noel,Attends,TheShutterstock

Ebonee Noel has worked with Dick Wolf in both FBI and Law & Order SVU. She talked about her process with playing her roles in an interview with One Chicago. “I tried to make the technical dialogue be as interesting as possible when delivering it, because I know some of the stuff, I got the script and it’s like what am I talking about here? If I don’t know what I’m talking about, the audience is going to have no idea what I’m talking about. So it’s just fleshing out that jargon and trying to find her joy in figuring these things out.”

7. Connie Nielsen

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In a 2014 interview with Parade, Connie Nielsen talked about her diet. “For breakfast, I eat organic food with high fat content, such as whole milk yogurt, nuts, seeds, fresh fruit and a scrambled egg. I cook it in organic grape seed oil for its high omega content. I drink a cappuccino for its dose of milk and the coffee for its taste, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. At lunch, I might eat smoked salmon with a slice of Mozzarella di Bufala, made from the milk of domestic water buffalo, along with avocado.”

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"Southern Charm," Bravo's hit reality show, takes us into the opulent world of Charleston's elite, blending Southern elegance with intriguing political and historical undercurrents. Since its premiere in 2014, the show has captivated audiences, leading to its ninth season and inspiring three spin-offs. The cast, known for their charismatic personalities and lavish lifestyles, also stand out for their commitment to fitness and wellness. This article delves into the fitness regimens and health philosophies of 11 of its most prominent stars, revealing how they maintain their enviable physiques amidst the whirlwind of social engagements and professional endeavors. From gym routines to outdoor adventures, and dietary insights to personal wellness journeys, these stars embody a blend of Southern charm and disciplined fitness regimes.


1. Shep Rose

Shep Rose has been a main cast member since its first season. Rose has been working on his overall health and fitness over the past few years. In this gym video he posted on Instagram, Rose is seen doing curls with workout bands. Rose captioned the post, “Shout out to all my people at Divosta And @pultehomes. I worked there in West Palm many moons 🌙 ago. Was arguably more valuable in the home builders basketball league than in the office.”

2. Austen Kroll

Austen Kroll joined the show in its fourth season. He also appeared on Winter House. Kroll likes to weight train to stay in shape. He shared this video on Instagram of himself doing bicep curls with a barbell. Kroll captioned the post, “Oh, what’s that? Sorry, I didn’t see you there. Just a little glimpse into my Thursday afternoon with @swollymammoth.llc #bisfortheguys

3. Olivia Flowers

Olivia Flowers joined the show in its eighth season. She spends a lot of time outside. One thing Flowers enjoys doing is going fishing, and shares a lot of fishing posts on Instagram. In this set, she and friends went fishing in Charleston. Flowers also posted these photos from Saint Petersburg, captioning them, “Caught some cute lil Spanish Mackerels last week in Florida.”

4. Naomie Olindo

Naomie Olindo joined the show as a friend in its third season. She was a main cast member on both the sixth and eighth seasons. Olindo shared her approach to drinking and diet on the Dabble Co podcast. “I just adjust to whatever my lifestyle is at the time. If I’m traveling a lot, I try to curb sweets and bad food because I know I’m going to be drinking. It’s just a balance. I don’t really restrict anything. I try to eat intuitively. I don’t always succeed. No one does.”

5. Cameran Eubanks

Cameran Eubanks was a main cast member on the first sixth seasons. She also appeared on The Real World: San Diego and two seasons of The Challenge. In an interview with People, Eubanks revealed that since becoming a mom, she wanted to start cooking and having family meals. "My family never really ate together, growing up, and that is a tradition that I would like to start with Palmer because it's important," says Eubanks. "We're so busy these days and I think just to have the time to sit down, not be in front of a TV or have your phone in your hand and be able to enjoy a meal, it is really good for children to experience that."

6. Danni Baird

Danni Baird was a supporting cast member on the show for its first seven seasons. She revealed to Bravo that she didn’t want to be a fulltime cast member, as she’s putting her career first. "Honestly, I literally am focusing on my career. Unfortunately, with artwork, you can't rush it. Yeah, I've really just been focused on me.”

7. Chelsea Meissner

Chelsea Meissner first appeared as a guest in season three. She then became a friend of in the fourth season, and a main cast member in seasons five and six. Meissner also appeared on Survivor: One World. She loves to swim to stay in shape. Meissner posted these photos on Instagram of herself wading in Honduras. She captioned it, “Working on my mind being just as clear.. Peek my highlight reel to view my recent video journal of the breathtaking island of Roatan.”

8. Craig Conover

Craig Conover has been a main cast member since season one. He’s also appeared on Summer House and Winter House, as his girlfriend, Paige DeSorbo, is a castmember on both shows. Conover told People that he decided to get in better shape, and started working with a trainer. "I made a decision one day that I was going to go back to the gym no matter how much it sucked. And it did suck. I was like, 'How the hell did I let myself get out of this habit?' I've made more money since I started going back to the gym than I ever have, because I'm going to the gym in the morning and just calling people all day."

9. Leva Bonaparte

Leva Bonaparte was a guest before joining the main cast in season seven. In this Instagram post, she revealed that she is taking tests to find her body’s intolerances. “I’ve always had the most perfect of health and I guess I abused it over the years somewhere with processed foods, lack of sleep, adrenal overload etc,” she wrote in the caption. “But now I’m healing, it’s a lot of moving parts. Trust the journey is not linear, but gaining control, really understanding via testing and detoxes what my body needs is primal to starting.”

10. Reagan Charleston

Reagan Charleston appeared on the spinoff, Southern Charm New Orleans. In an interview with People, she talked about rebounding from her divorce to finding love and starting a family. “I immediately realized what I had in front of me,” Charleston explained. “A second chance at love, at being happy, at a stable marriage, at having a family. I did not miss my chance to get on that boat. And yes, it wasn’t convention that I immediately was in another relationship after my divorce was finalized; I understand that. But when you know, you know. To stifle that or slow it down, it would have just felt like enormous regret.”

11. Barry Smith

Barry Smith was a main cast member on Southern Charm New Orleans. He and his co-stars talked about their diets in this video for BravoTV.com. “I’m known as the egg guy,” Smith said. “I eat egg whites. 12 egg whites, and I’ll prepare four meals throughout the day. I have five meals and two protein shakes. I eat maybe 300 grams of protein a day.”

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If you’re looking for a new show to watch on Netflix, maybe check out The Night Agent. The show premiered in March, and was renewed for a second season a week later; when Netflix released a list of their most viewed shows in the last six months, The Night Agent was #1. The show is based on a novel and is about an FBI agent, Peter Sutherland, trying to find a mole. He teams up with and helps protect a tech CEO named Rose Larkin. How do the stars of this megahit stay so fit? Read on.


1. Gabriel Basso

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Gabriel Basso plays the lead role of Peter Sutherland. He talked about training for the show with Us Weekly. "I already was in shape because I fight and stuff in real life and I compete and train. But I think the biggest thing for me was going back to early 1900s where their approach to health was health first, rank second and looks third. And sort of the aesthetic and looking good is a byproduct of the first two. It's not the emphasis.”

2. Hong Chau

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Hong Chau plays Diane Farr on the show. She also starred in The Whale, and talked about auditioning for the film with Cosmopolitan. “I'm so glad I took that leap of faith and went to New York to work on this little film with such an intimate cast and a big story. It just felt truly miraculous that we got to work on something that beautiful with all of the craziness going on in the world at the time.”

3. DB Woodside

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DB Woodside plays Erik Monks on the show. He previously starred on Lucifer, and shared his training process for that show on Facebook. Woodside revealed that he took up swimming. He wrote, “It’s time to switch it up. I’ve always been an avid swimmer but stopped so I could bulk up for the show. I think it’s time to go back to the pool full time and really lean out. Different approach means a different look. Let’s see what happens.”

4. Luciane Buchanan

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Luciane Buchanan plays the role of Rose Larkin. She likes to spend a lot of time outside, and shares a lot of posts on Instagram of herself doing outdoor activities. In this post, Buchanan went bungee jumping in Whistler. She also shared this photo of herself enjoying a day at Hunua Falls.

5. Fola Evans-Akingbola

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Fola Evans-Akingbola plays Chelsea Arrington on the show. She opened up about her journey to loving her hair with Infringe. “It took me so long to love my hair. As an adolescent, I was starting to think, what counts as pretty, what counts as beautiful? The boys that I’m around, are they liking me? I was coming to realise that there was a specific version of beauty out in the world that was appreciated, and I just didn’t feel like it was me. And a lot of that was to do with my hair. So, I would do nothing with it: get it away from my face, tie it up. But at my first part-time job, the look policy was that you had to wear your hair down and natural. Even though the look policy in the shop was itself a bit problematic, I’m always thankful for it because it was there that I would be getting compliments, and it helped me realise, actually my hair is quite nice! That started the journey for me, but what really changed it was finding the right hairdresser. And I cried the first time I went to that salon. I had no idea that my curls could be defined, and healthy, and bouncy.”

6. Sarah Desjardins

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Sarah Desjardins plays Maddie Redfield on the show. She shared some of her favorite workouts with Photobook Magazine. “I am a physically active person. I love running, strength training, Pilates, being outside in nature. Maddie, however, did not ‘require’ much physical preparation. She’s the Vice President’s daughter and an art student. She’s not expecting what’s about to happen to her so I didn’t feel the need to do anything specific in terms of physical preparation.”

7. Eve Harlow

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Eve Harlow plays Ellen on the show. She talked about her personal success to TVLine. “My family immigrated from Russia to Israel to Canada, and there were, like, five of us sleeping on the floor of a one-bedroom. That is where I come from, so the fact that I get to pay my bills by acting is a dream come true. That in itself is a victory for me.”

8. Amanda Warren

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Amanda Warren will be joining the cast in season 2, playing Catherine Weaver. She shared her wellness tips with Healthy Living Magazine. “Cardio is vital. I do indoor cycling as much as I can at Cyc Fitness here in New York. Yoga is excellent! It not only keeps me healthy physically but mentally and spiritually also. If you’re like me, yoga is particularly great if you don’t necessarily do free weights as often as you should making it a nice alternative to building nice, lean muscle. If I can’t get to the gym as often as I would like to, I usually don’t worry about it. I’m a born and raised New Yorker so walking is in my bones and, after the day is done—especially during the spring and summer seasons—I’ve usually done an hour of walking. Just walk everywhere. I walk even to and from gym which I count as my warm up and cool down.”

9. Kari Matchett

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Kari Matchett plays the recurring role of President Travers. She tells Brit + Co that she loves salads, and even shared her favorite recipe. “If I ever go over to anybody's house for dinner, I am always the designated salad person. So if I were to ever open a restaurant, it would be a salad restaurant. I believe in the power of salads. I'm particularly in love with arugula [and I love] different variations. So a little bit of olive oil, the best sea salt, [and] a squeeze of lemon juice. You can do no wrong.”

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Rayna Vallandingham Shares "Dojang Diaries"

Learn how actress Rayna Vallandingham maintains her washboard abs with martial arts, strength training, and flexibility exercises.

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Rayna Vallandingham is flashing her washboard abs – in a two-piece exercise set from Alo. In a new social media post the actress flaunts her impressive midsection during a workout at the gym. “dojang diaries,” she captioned the series of snaps. “Magnific! Very very beautiful,” commented one of her followers. “♥️More like diaries of a hottie♥️” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Be Consistent

Consistency – at the gym and the martial arts studio – is the key to success. "It is a way of life," Rayna says. "It's not only teaching your body movements and being in synchronicity with your body, but also just like the mental aspect of it."

Fight Your Way to a Hot Body

Rayna is a big fan of martial arts. She has been doing taekwondo since she was 2, earning her first black belt at 6. "In the very beginning, my parents put me in the sport because I was just really shy, and I think they could tell that I needed something," says Vallandingham, who lives and trains in Los Angeles. "Immediately, I just loved it. I felt at home, and every single day, instead of watching Dora, I wanted to go to the dojo,” she told Well + Good. Studies confirm that the practice helps with balance, cognitive function, psychological health, weight loss, and physical fitness.

Work on Strength and Flexibility

Rayna recommends prioritizing strength, flexibility, and power. "Of the three, I think strength and flexibility are the top two," Vallandingham says. "We used to have people stand on my legs and force my knees to come down in butterfly stretch," she says. "I have permanent damage to my body—I have tendonitis [because of this]."

Lift Weights

If you want a strong, lean body like Vallandingham, you must lift for it. The star strength trains, focusing on supersets, doing two moves back-to-back that target the same muscle groups to double down on their gains. One of her favorite exercises is a goblet squat. She stands with her feet shoulder-width apart, folded forward until she can slide her palms underneath her soles (you could also hold your ankles or calves), then bends her knees, lowering her butt toward the floor while lifting her chest, coming into a deep squat. She'll bend and extend her legs several times in this position. Then, it's on to the main event, holding a weight in her hands while bending down into a deep squat. "I love utilizing a Bosu ball—they're pretty much in every single gym," she adds.

Stretch

Rayna never skips stretching. She starts by by lying on the floor with her legs up the wall and then allowing them to open out into a side split. "I let gravity do its work because that's my body telling me, okay, this is where we're at," she says. "My hips are opening on their own, and I'm not having to force anything." “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.”

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Charli Hawkins is "Training in a Winter Wonderland"

Learn about her fitness routine, mindfulness practices, and positive attitude.

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Charli Hawkins is training in the snow – in her two-piece workout gear. In a new social media post the Olympian shows off her fantastic figure – including her flat abs – in an exercise set while enjoying the winter weather. “TRAINING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND! ❄️🥶❤️✨Gearing up in this altitude for the LONDON MARATHON this April! I’m so excited to see what my mind and body can make happen! To my marathon runners: it’s your time to shine, PLEASE tell me ALL of your tips, all of your advice, and for all of you who understand what I’m about to attempt, please send your words of encouragement 😂 Also feel free to try to talk me out of this as well thanks👍 We are on the training countdown. Turning a sprinter, jumper, and thrower into a long distance runner 🫣🙌 What do you think my time will be?” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Minfulness and Meditation

Charli practices mindfulness. Before going for a run, she says words of intention. “I am willing. I am grateful. I surrender,” she revealed during an interview with San Diego Magazine. Meditation:

“When you meditate, you may clear away the information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress,” says the Mayo Clinic. Benefits include:

  • Gaining a new perspective on stressful situations
  • Building skills to manage your stress
  • Increasing self-awareness
  • Focusing on the present
  • Reducing negative emotions
  • Increasing imagination and creativity
  • Increasing patience and tolerance
  • Lowering resting heart rate
  • Lowering resting blood pressure
  • Improving sleep quality

Stretching

She also makes sure to stretch. “If you ever can think of some dynamic stretches: F.A.S.T. ✨🙌 My left hip and right QLs have been SO tight lately so I’m on a journey of getting them right! What’s bugging you at the moment???” she captioned a 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.”

Here Is The Right Way To Run

During her interview with San Diego, Charli explained how you should be running. “Remember, the sole of the foot is showing right in front of us,” she said, doing a type of high-knee movement. “To do this, you’re over exaggerating your running form while standing still. Raise your knee up, point your toes to the clouds (forming an A), and then pedal the sole of your foot forward before striking your knee down. It’s more complicated than it sounds after 30-plus years of moving a certain way,” the writer explained.

Positive Attitude

In a recent post Charli revealed things she learned about positivity. “Patience is easier when it isn’t required,” she said. “The people around you are BLESSINGS (which I feel like I already understood but sometimes it’s nice to have it emphasized).” Also, “We are up, we are down, but trusting the process sometimes means knowing that it’s all good even when it’s not the best” and “Making a plan is the best option for everything. It’s ok if the plan doesn’t go perfect, but just willy-nilly-ing it is not the best option when you want to get things done.”

Never Giving Up

Charli refuses to give up. “Understand what you want first, and then go for it. Then keep going for it all the time, and, eventually, you’ll get it,” she said during her interview.

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Adriana Pérez Soaks Up the Sun

Learn how this model maintains her fantastic figure and healthy lifestyle.

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Adriana Pérez is heating up the beach – in her swimsuit. In a new social media post the gorgeous model shows off her fantastic figure in a bathing suit during a tropical vacation. “A walk around the beach 🐚🥥,” she captioned the Instagram snap. “Beautiful in every way,” one of her followers commented. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Snorkeling

During a recent tropical getaway, Adriana went snorkeling. Surprisingly, putting on a snorkel and fins and swimming through the water is a great workout. In addition to being a great aerobic exercise and burning calories, other health benefits may include improved cardiovascular function, stress reduction, mood enhancement, and muscular toning.

Strength Training

Strength training is Adriana’s main form of fitness. Here she is working out with her trainer at the gym. “Even the gym is a perfect place to play,” she captioned the post. According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:

  • Develop strong bones
  • Manage your weight
  • Enhance your quality of life
  • Manage chronic conditions
  • Sharpen your thinking skills

Padel

Adriana is a fan of Padel. “It seems like a joke but it's reality,” she wrote about a video of herself running around the court.

Hiking

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Adriana enjoys outdoor exercise, including hiking. While in Switzerland she went hiking in the Alps. 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 some respiratory issues

Hydration

With her super-active lifestyle, Adriana makes sure to drink enough water. 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.