Zuleyka Silver is a talented actress currently starring on The Young & The Restless. Known for her roles in Caveman, Girl House, and Young Sheldon, Silver also maintains an active lifestyle, including boxing to keep herself fit. In May, she posted a video of herself training on Instagram, captioning it, “Feeling stronger every week.” Silver is not only dedicated to her fitness but also prioritizes healthy eating and diverse workouts. Whether it’s through boxing or exploring new healthy food options, she’s committed to living a balanced and active life, staying motivated to reach her goals both on and off the screen.
1. She Boxes
Boxing is one thing Silver does to stay in shape. The Cleveland Clinic states that boxing is very beneficial. “One study compared boxing training versus moderate-intensity walking in people with a body mass index (BMI) of greater than 25 (which is considered having overweight/obesity). The researchers noted reductions in BMI, waist circumference and body fat percentage in the boxing group, while the walking group showed no changes.”
2. She’s Motivated
Silver shared some of her health and wellness secrets with Soap Opera Digest. In it, she talked about what keeps her motivated to workout regularly. “I try to keep emotions out of it. Instead of giving in to, ‘Oh, I don’t feel like going to the gym today,’ look at it as a commitment to a healthier lifestyle. So it’s not what you feel, but what you know you have to do.”
3. She Eats Healthy
Silver shared some of her favorite foods with Soap Opera Digest. “First thing in the morning, I drink lots of water to hydrate myself, which I think is a very important way to start my day. For breakfast I’ll do overnight oats, which I love, but if I’m in a hurry, I’ll have a piece of whole grain toast with peanut butter and slices of banana. Coffee is definitely a must. I’m not a big lunch person, so I’ll have snacks throughout the day, such as a variety of fruit, even pomegranates, and also Greek yogurt with trail mix in it because I think adding trail mix makes it more fun. Sometimes I’ll even do a smoothie. Dinner really depends on how lazy I’m feeling. Last night I had this delicious bok choy dumpling soup that I picked up at Whole Foods and warmed it up in the microwave. Or I’ll throw something together like arugula, olive oil, sea salt, Manchego cheese, sliced avocado and grilled chicken, which makes a really substantial salad.”
4. She Does A Variety Of Workouts
Silver shared some of her favorite workouts with Soap Opera Digest. “I like to change up my workout because I get bored easily. I used to always do Pilates, which is still great, but I got bored. For cardio I either take a spin class or walk for an hour on an uphill-climb treadmill because I think it’s really important to get the blood flowing. I also get in a little bit of weight-lifting and strength training. I’m also trying to get outdoors more by hiking.”
5. She Finds Healthier Options
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Silver doesn’t like to deprive herself when it comes to food. However, she revealed to Soap Opera Digest that she likes to find healthier options of her favorite indulgences. “Don’t deprive yourself. It’s all about making healthy choices. If I want ice cream, I’ll buy the organic kind that is free of food coloring and other stuff or I’ll eat one little square of dark chocolate at the end of the day.”
