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Manuela Alvarez Hernandez is one of the hot new models right now. In 2019, she was one of Sports Illustrated’s SI Swim Search winners. And her recent Instagram post proves why she got the job. Hernandez shared a set of photos from the beach. She wore a bunch of different swimsuits, including one in yellow, one in orange, and one in black. Hernandez captioned the post, “Leaving these here just before summer ends.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Manuela Alvarez Hernandez stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Wants To Inspire Others

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Hernandez wants to be an inspiration for other Latina models. She talked about this in an interview with HOLA USA, after winning the SI Swim Search. “It’s an honor,” she said. “And for me, it’s huge because coming from Medellin and moving to the U.S., I didn’t really think that my life was going to take this direction. The fact that I’m following my dreams, and I get to be myself and represent Latinas is truly an honor.”

2. She Changed Her Diet and Exercise

Hernandez talked about how she prepped for the SI shoot to HOLA USA. “I knew that the day of the shoot I wanted to feel my best and feel confident,” she said. “A few weeks before, I did work out a lot. I would go to the gym once or twice a day every single day. I tried to cut out dairy, meat and tried to have mainly a plant-based diet. It was really hard for me just because I love food. I love pizza; I love carbs. It really did take a lot for me to restrain myself from eating meat and all the fried foods and all the good stuff. That’s probably the best shape I’ve been in in my life.”

3. She Prioritized Education

At the 2019 SI Swimsuit On Location event in Miami, Hernandez revealed to a reporter that she put school ahead of her modeling dreams. “It honestly feels like a crazy dream,” Hernandez said. “It’s insane to see that it’s becoming a reality and I’m living it. Honestly, I’m really glad that I went to school and got my degree and that now I have the chance to do modeling all the time. Now I’m in LA, so it’s honestly just been amazing.”

4. She Swims

As you can see from her recent Instagram post, Hernandez likes to go to the beach. One thing she likes to do there is swim. She shared this video on Instagram of herself running into the water. Hernandez captioned the post, “I love this feeling.” Better Health states that, “Swimming is a great recreational activity for people of all ages. Recreational swimming can provide you with a low-impact workout and it's a good way to relax and feel good.”

5. She Skis

Swimming isn’t the only outdoor workout Hernandez likes to do. She also enjoys going skiing. Hernandez shared this set of photos and videos of herself on the slopes of Big Bear Mountain. She captioned the post, “A fun day on the mountain.” SkiCanada.org states, “It’s well documented that skiing and snowboarding benefits cardiovascular health, overall fitness, strength, coordination, balance and more. Regardless of your health and fitness goals, strapping on a pair of skis or a snowboard is sure to fulfill some of them. Due to the versatility of skiing and snowboarding, it can encompass the benefits of a cardio workout, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session, and strength training session, all in one fun activity.”

New England Patriots cheerleader Tiana Aliyah spent the last days of summer raising temperatures in the beautiful Dominican Republic. Aliyah shared pictures from her sun-soaked getaway, posing on a lounger in a bright patterned bikini against a beach background of palm trees, blue skies, and ocean waters. “Shoulda put me somewhere where no one could find me,” she captioned the post. “THE DROP WE HAVE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR. This suit was also made for you,” commented fellow cheerleader Xedera Townsend. Here’s how Aliyah stays fit and football-ready.

1. Hiking In the Sunshine

Aliyah loves hiking in the fresh air (she even hiked in platform shoes on vacation). “Hiking offers a variety of benefits, both physical and mental,” says Jen Kates, Pn2, NASM-CPT, ACE Certified Health Coach. “Some benefits may be immediate (such as reduced blood pressure and stress levels, heightened focus and an increase in immune function), whereas other benefits may develop over time, such as weight loss and a decrease in depression.”

2. Grilled Fish and Lime

Aliyah enjoys fish so much she constantly posts pictures of her seafood meals on social media, even joking, “You’re probably tired of me eating fish and telling you. Oh well.” The American Heart Association recommends eating two servings of fatty fish a week for optimum health and wellness. “Fish is a good source of protein and, unlike fatty meat products, it's not high in saturated fat,” AHA experts say. “Regularly eating fish and seafood is consistently associated with lower risk for cardiovascular disease.”

3. Mediterranean Diet

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Aliyah loves traditional Mediterranean food, especially olives and red wine. Olives are a great option for a healthy snack that are not only delicious, but satiating, thanks to the high levels of healthy fats they contain. “Olives do what you want a snack to do: They’re good for your health and keep hunger at bay until your next meal,” says Devon Peart, RD, MHSc, BASc.

4. Beach Baby

Aliyah is happiest when vacationing at the beach. Research shows being near the ocean is not only beneficial for physical relaxation, it affects mental health too. “The color blue has been found by an overwhelming amount of people to be associated with feelings of calm and peace,” says Richard Shuster, PsyD, clinical psychologist and host of The Daily Helping podcast. “Staring at the ocean actually changes our brain waves’ frequency and puts us into a mild meditative state.”

5. Dancing Queen

Like her fellow cheerleaders, Aliyah is a fantastic professional dancer, which has both brain and physical health benefits. “Dancing is mainly linked to physical health benefits, but when you dance you are moving different part of your body in a coordinated way, and this activates several parts of the brain,” says the British Heart Foundation. “One small study even found that dancing is associated with a lower risk of dementia.”

Model and surfer Lucie Rose Donlan enjoyed a trip to the Maldives, and she made sure to enjoy the incredible beaches while she was there. Donlan posted a stunning photo on Instagram of herself posing in the sand, the clear blue water in the background. Donlan wore a long sleeve, one-piece black swimsuit, with her blonde hair blowing to the side, and her incredible figure on display. She captioned the photo, “Salty air and mermaid hair.” Read on to see 5 ways Lucie Rose Donlan 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 Snorkels

Donlan is an avid snorkler and has posted several photos on Instagram of herself under the water. In her most recent reel, Donlan is seen snorkeling alongside a whale shark. She captioned the reel, “When a childhood dream becomes reality.”

2. She Surfs

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Donlan is a surfer, and a very good one. She has posted several photos and videos on Instagram of herself riding the waves and posing with her board.

3. She Snowmobiles

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Donlan doesn’t just stay active at the beach, she also does so in the snow and cold weather. She shared this post on Instagram of herself getting ready to go for a snowmobile ride in Finland. She captioned the post, “Night rides.”

4. She Stays Motivated

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Donlan shared this post from the gym on Instagram where she says that she stays motivated to stay active and healthy. She captioned the post, “Mirror mirror on the wall, I’ll always get up after I fall. And whether I run, walk or crawl, I’ll set my goals and achieve them all.”

5. She Practices Yoga

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Donlan likes to practice yoga to keep herself in shape, and she has even hosted live yoga training sessions on Instagram. "Yoga is considered one of many types of complementary and integrative medicine approaches. Yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines that may help you achieve peacefulness of body and mind. This can help you relax and manage stress and anxiety," says the Mayo Clinic.

Carolina Santos, star of Married at First Sight, is no stranger to posting swimsuit photos on her Instagram account. In her most recent post, she posed outside in a black number. Santos’ figure was on full display. She captioned the post, “My vibe rn is just living life.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Carolina Santos 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 Goes Standup Paddling

Santos loves to spend time by the beach. One thing that she likes to do while she’s there is go standup paddling. She posted this set of photos on Instagram of herself standup paddling in the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji. She also posted this video of herself, captioning it, “Stand up paddle at sunset in Aruba.”

2. She Snowboards

Another outdoor activity Santos enjoys doing is snowboarding. She posted this set of photos of herself on the slopes at the Persisher Snow Resort in Canada. She captioned the post, “The best project you’ll ever work on, is you.” She also posted this photo from the same trip, with the caption, “Them sunny days in winterland.”

3. She Hikes

Santos loves to spend time in the great outdoors. One thing she loves to do is go for a hike. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself hiking in the Andes Mountains of Santiago, Chile. Santos captioned the post, “One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been, I’m so blessed! Even when things go wrong they still turn out just right!”

4. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

Santos has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. In this reel she posted on Instagram, Santos revealed the treatments she gets to her followers. She captioned the reel, “Trusted the best with my skin and I am obsessed with the results. Here are some of the treatments I’ve done over the last few months. Forever thankful for the confidence I get with little or no makeup in my everyday routine.”

5. She Swims

Santos loves to spend time in the water, and posts several photos on Instagram of herself in the water. She posted these adorable photos of herself swimming with dolphins in Cancun, Mexico. She also posted these photos of herself in the water from the same trip, captioning it, “Soaking up that vitamin SEA.”