Tessa Virtue In Workout Gear Asks “What Makes You Feel Strong?”

Canadian ice dancer Tessa Virtue is giving fans a peek at what her training routine looks like these days. Virtue, 34, shared a video of herself wearing green leggings and a white shirt, doing an intense strength workout at the gym. “I feel strong when… I try new workout exercises. I lift weights. I push my body to its limits. @torriebfit says ‘5 more, I know you can do this!’ Loved this bent-over row using a towel - I found it engaged such different muscles in my back! Also, been doing a ton of band work to strengthen my glutes. What makes you feel strong?” she captioned the post. Here’s how Virtue is living her best life in retirement.

1. Working Out For Fun

Virtue is thrilled to work out for herself, instead of as part of competition training. “I’m not spending 11 hours a day training. That’s not my purpose anymore,” she told ELLE Canada. “I feel liberated that I can train and work out just because it feels good. It’s not for function. Just in the last few weeks, that’s hit me. I’ll be in the middle of a spin class and it’s as if I’m looking at myself from the outside and I see this weight being lifted. It’s realizing that I am finally stepping out from under all that pressure.”

2. Move Your Body

Virtue says there are a few specific things that make her feel good in her own skin. “Moving. Working out. Sometimes it’s just stretching or doing a bit of yoga, whatever it is, just moving my body has been really good,” she told Fashion Magazine. “And then also positive messages. It sounds crazy but just accepting whatever state my body is in today, in this moment, just acknowledging it and thanking it. [Thinking], ‘I’m grateful and this is what I’m working with and it’s good enough.’”

3. Getting Enough Sleep

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Virtue makes sure to get enough sleep every night for optimum health and wellness. “I'm still stuck in that athlete mindset of needing eight hours a night, at least,” she told Beauty Geek. “What I miss are those mandatory naps that were part of our daily disciplined routine! I'm probably sleeping much less now because I'm on the go – and every day is different. That more than anything has contributed to a sense of, depending on the day, either unease or complete liberation.”

4. Going For An MBA

Virtue has been studying for her MBA since retiring from competitive skating. “I have been incredibly fortunate to dive into the corporate realm in a unique way for the last decade, but I want to develop a greater understanding from a macro level and earn some credibility as I venture forth in the next phase of my career. I am keen to better understand how to use my platform by earning my stripes!

5. Skincare Routine

Virtue doesn’t do much when it comes to her beauty regimen when she’s not on the ice. “I've always been of the less-is-more mindset when it comes to skincare,” she told Beauty Geek. “That's thanks to my mom. She always told me to touch my face as little as possible. So I'm pretty simple with micellar water and moisturizer. I make sure that I get all my makeup off at night so my skin can breathe, and if I'm traveling, I don't really put anything on my face.”

Iskra Lawrence is opening up about her relationship with fitness. In a new interview with CelebWell, the model and body positivity advocate, who once struggled with an eating disorder and body dysmorphia, reveals that her approach to exercise hasn’t always been healthy. In fact, she used to equate breaking a sweat with “punishment.” However, over the years the mother-of-one has developed a healthier – and happier – method of working out. Read on to learn about how Iskra Lawrence learned to love exercise and why she decided to partner up with new online fitness platform and at-home gym OxeFit—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. She Used to See Exercise As Punishment

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Iskra explains that she hasn’t always had a healthy relationship with exercise. “As someone who's had an eating disorder and had body dysmorphia, I used to see exercise as punishment, and I used to simply see it as a means to burn more calories, so I could be in calorie deficit,” she tells CelebWell. It wasn’t until she found “that joy in movement” and realized that exercise didn’t have to be “all or nothing” that she started to enjoy it. “Now I know that there are so many different ways I can move my body,” she says.

2. She Gave Herself Challenges

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Iskra explains challenging herself helps keep her motivated to keep going. “When I do find a new challenge. I then feel really accomplished when I do something that's either unexpected or I know is empowering.” This could be in the form of setting a high number of reps or weights.

3. She Starting Viewing Strength As Power

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Iskra enjoys weight training, which makes her feel strong and empowered. “I like to view my body as something that's strong and something that's able, something that's taking me around the world enabling me to do things,” she continues. “I love going on hikes running after my little one.” She adds that this has helped change her mindset of how she views her body, “it’s like it's my home, I want it to be strong. I want it to be built out of brick, not straw.”

4. She Tries to Put Herself in Exercise Situations Where She Feels Comfortable

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While Iskra has been working out at her local gym in Austin, Texas (wearing a mask!) she reveals that she isn’t exactly comfortable in that setting. “As a woman I feel like I'm never taken seriously when I want to use a piece of weight equipment,” she says. “I get interrupted a lot, even during reps and sets. I've been interrupted multiple times, tapped on the shoulder trying to talk to me about form. And for me when I want to work out it's like I only have this much amount of time allotted to move, and I just want to be in it. I want to forget that I'm in the real world. I'm just in this zone.”

5. She Mixes Up Her Workouts

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Iskra explains that maintaining variety with her workouts is very crucial. Her partner, Philip Payne, can do the same cardio workout every night of the week, but she needs to mix up her routine. “That would drive me bananas,” she exclaims. “I need to switch it up.”

6. She Discovered OxeFit

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Iskra recently signed on as the newest ambassador to OxeFit, an at-home connected fitness platform. The brand’s XS1, an AI-powered total body at-home gym offering over 200 workouts and includes everything needed from weights and cables to a built-in pilates reformer and rowing machine, fusing together cardio and strength training in an easy to operate at-home workout experience. Programs include rowing, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, SurfSwiming, SkiCross and digitally-controlled pilates. Iskra explains that it checks off a lot of the boxes for her in terms of meeting her needs, including figuring out how to maintain variety with her workouts, being able to work out at home, and efficient use of workout time. “I need a foolproof way to be able to squeeze in a 15 minute workout because I just don't have time,” she says, adding that the creative machine enables you to “almost forget that you’re working out” and describes it as a “breath of fresh air,” compared to other methods. “Our aim is to educate people on how movement should be joyful,” she says.

Francielle Mattos, a successful bodybuilder, frequently shares her favorite workout routines on Instagram, inspiring her followers with her dedication and hard work. In a recent set of gym photos and videos, Mattos is seen posing in workout gear, performing sit-ups, hip thrusts, and using the leg extension machine. Her caption, "This is wellness," reflects her commitment to maintaining a balanced and strong body. Here’s a deeper look into how Mattos stays in peak shape.

1. She Works With A Trainer

Mattos works with a trainer to help herself stay fit. She talked about her trainer in the caption of this Instagram post. “Closing the week with training 🔥 ♥️ 💪🏼This week has yielded … At the commands of my trainer @carlosaugustogaron that today I possessed 😂😂😂Must be @growthsupplements HAZE's pre workout, I'm sure he's taking it…”

2. She Does Leg Extensions

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Mattos is seen doing hamstring curls in her recent post, and the previous blurb’s post. Asphalt Green states that this exercise has a lot of benefits. “These machines provide isolation exercises for your legs. This type of exercise works only one muscle or group of muscles, which means you can build up that part of your body quickly. If you want your thigh muscles to really stand out in those shorts you just bought, the leg extension machine is for you! Leg extensions using this exercise machine work your thighs. In fact, that’s basically the only thing that they work. That’s great if you want to build strength and mass quickly.”

3. She Strength Trains

Being a bodybuilder, Mattos has to do a lot of strength training. She shares a lot of posts on Instagram of herself using weights, including the two previous posts. The Mayo Clinic reports that strength training is extremely beneficial. “Strength training may enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Strength training can also protect your joints from injury. Building muscle also can contribute to better balance and may reduce your risk of falls. This can help you maintain independence as you age.”

4. She Works Hard

Mattos makes sure to work hard when she hits the gym. She talked about this in the caption of this Instagram post. “There is only one person who can limit his own growth. By yourself. You are the only person who can revolutionize your own life. You're the only person who can hurt yourself. It is within your heart that you will find the energy required to transform your life. Atleta @growthsupplements. What was that training 😅 😂 @carlosaugustogaron I had a bad time from start to finish, thanks friend 🤜🏻🤛🏻 Garon will leave the full workout in the comments ☝🏻”

5. She Does Hip Thrusts

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Mattos is seen doing hip thrusts in her recent Instagram post, and the previous blurb’s Instagram video. Gymless states that the exercise is very beneficial. “Hip thrusts are plastered on nearly every fitness influencer’s page nowadays. Fortunately, they are a dynamic and effective exercise that has soared in popularity among fitness enthusiasts and athletes…It’s a great compound movement that targets the gluteal muscles (‘glutes’), and it’s crucial for improving lower body strength, power, and juicy lower-body aesthetics.”

Lindsey Vonn is one of the most successful skiers of all time. She has won two gold medals and one bronze in the Olympics. She has also won four World Cup championships. Vonn recently had surgery, and is starting her rehab process. Vonn shared a video on Instagram of herself doing workouts like squat lunges and using weights. She captioned the post, “First step on the trip… find the gym!” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Lindsey Vonn stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Surfs

Vonn loves to surf, and she shared this video on Instagram of herself doing so. She captioned the post, “BIG DAY!!! Got back to doing something I love, wake-surfing! I’ve been building up to this since surgery and I know it’s only been a few weeks but I DID IT!! I got up on my FIRST try!! Took me a minute to get my balance… but I got it in the end!! Things like this is why I had surgery, I want to enjoy life and have adventures and I’m SO thankful I can do that!”

2. She Strength Trains

Vonn does a lot of strength training to stay in shape. In her Instagram video, she is seen using dumbbells. In this video, Vonn is seen using dumbbells, kettlebells, and dual pulley rows. She captioned the post, “Always try to combat jet-lag with workouts… have to say this trip was a lot harder than normal. Flew to Austria 🇦🇹 for less than 48 hours and then to Hong Kong 🇭🇰. Got off a 12 hour flight (18 hr total trip) and straight into a work dinner… I was all kinds of messed up😵‍💫. Woke up without an alarm early every morning and worked out for about an hour…which got my day off to a good start and definitely helped, but it was not the easiest. It was an amazing trip but needless to say, I can’t wait to go home and get back to normal.”

3. She Does Core Workouts

Vonn likes to do core workouts to stay in shape. In her Instagram video, she is seen doing hanging crunches. The Mayo Clinic states that core workouts are very effective. “Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes. Strong core muscles help athletes, such as runners. That's because weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries.”

4. She Plays Tennis

Vonn likes to play tennis to stay fit. She recently posted this video on Instagram of herself on the court. Vonn captioned the post, “Inspired to get back out on the court after watching some incredible tennis at @rolandgarros. It’s the first time playing since having surgery but I hadn’t actually picked up a racket since November. Not horrible but still need some lessons… 😬 mainly happy my knee felt great!!”

5. She’s Consistent

Vonn makes sure to stay consistent with her exercise. She talked about this in the caption of this workout video on Instagram. “The long weekend is over and it’s back to work we go! No matter what you do, the most important thing about going to the gym is continuing to show up. Get in a habit of moving and it will pay off 💪🏻 This workout I focused on glut and posterior chain work with some core. Did an incline weight vest treadmill walk at the end. Slow and steady wins the race of life.”

Elite CrossFit athlete Tia-Clair Toomey recently wowed fans with her performance at the Rogue Invitational in Scotland, where she faced off against the best in the sport. Sharing highlights on Instagram, Toomey expressed gratitude for the “electric” crowd and the event’s organizers, stating, “THANK-YOU Scotland for a fantastic experience.” Known for her rigorous training, Toomey’s fitness routine combines strength training, cardio, and high-intensity exercises like pull-ups, jump rope, and running. In addition, she utilizes a fitness bike for low-impact cardio, supporting heart and lung health. As a dedicated competitor, Toomey shows that maintaining peak performance takes a mix of strength, endurance, and discipline, inspiring her followers to embrace a dynamic approach to fitness.

1. She Strength Trains

In her Instagram post, Toomey is seen lifting a heavy bag, which is a type of strength training exercise. According to The Mayo Clinic, strength training has a lot of benefits. “Strength training may enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Strength training can also protect your joints from injury. Building muscle also can contribute to better balance and may reduce your risk of falls. This can help you maintain independence as you age.”

2. She Jumps Rope

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In her Instagram post, Toomey is also seen jumping rope. Piedmont states that jumping rope has a lot of benefits. “It’s an amazing total body exercise that engages all of the major muscle groups,” says Clinton Maclin, ACSM CEP-CPO, an exercise physiologist and safety coach at Piedmont Atlanta Fitness Center. “You can use it to warm up or as a stand-alone exercise, and it incorporates cardiovascular exercise and resistance training. You are guaranteed to burn more calories jumping rope for five minutes than you would walking on a treadmill for five minutes.”

3. She Does Pull-Ups

Toomey shared this workout video on her Instagram. One exercise she is seen doing is pull-ups. NASM states that pull-ups have a lot of health benefits. “Pull ups and chin ups are extremely effective when it comes to building upper body and back strength. Gradual progression over time will allow you to perform chin ups and pull ups with good form to reduce the risk of injury and to see the results that you’re looking for. Incorporate these exercises into your fitness routine for a fun yet challenging upper body exercise that’s sure to yield great results.”

4. She Uses A Fitness Bike

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In the previous Instagram video, Toomey is also seen using a fitness bike. According to Penn State PRO Wellness, using a fitness bike has a lot of benefits. “Riding a stationary exercise bike is an efficient and effective way to burn calories and body fat while strengthening your heart, lungs, and muscles. Compared to some other types of cardio equipment, a stationary bicycle puts less stress on your joints, but it still provides an excellent aerobic workout.”

5. She Runs

Toomey likes to run to stay in shape. She shared this video of herself on the track on Instagram. Toomey captioned the post, “@rogueinvitational said there will be a possibility of being outside for a brief period of time. Please pack accordingly. First thing I packed were my @roka sunnies. 😎 Any guesses what we might be doing outside?”