TOWIE Star Yazmin Oukhellou In Workout Gear Says “Get That Summer Body”

1. Fitness Fanatic

Oukhellou works out with a personal trainer and has never been happier. “Training with a PT three times a week, drinking lots of water and being kind to myself was the new me,” she told OK!. “I didn’t live for the weekends to go partying, I just stayed in. Now my body has changed, but more importantly – so has my mind. My confidence has gone through the roof and I’ve started @LiveLikeYaz on Instagram to show other women how to keep it real, feel inspired and work hard. I’m still living alone but now I’ve got a happier version of myself, more comfortable and content than ever. I couldn’t be happier.”

2. Pandemic Workouts

Oukhellou made the best of the pandemic lockdowns by overhauling her health and fitness. “It was a difficult time, there I was at home alone with my puppy Prince and having got stuck in at some DIY, I found myself with nothing left to do,” she told OK!. “I was just there, on my own. Friends were there for me at the other end of the phone, but I knew the signs. I’d suffered depression badly in the past and taken myself to a wellness retreat for help. There was no way I was going back to that misery so it was time to motivate myself. I was feeling a little tubby and sluggish so I decided – time for a transformation.”

3. Balanced Diet

Oukhellou enjoys a protein-packed diet with the occasional treat. “For breakfast, I’ll have a protein shake, usually a cookies and cream flavor,” she told Closer. “I love it with a dollop of peanut butter. For lunch, I’ll have something Turkish, like chicken with either bulgur rice or plain rice and salad. For dinner, I’ll make a chicken stir fry or fajitas, or a Bolognese. I love sweets, and I’ll snack on Haribos and chocolate. I’ve got a whole sweet cupboard in my house!”

4. Roast Dinner

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Oukhellou enjoys home cooking. “I can’t stand Brussels sprouts, not even at Christmas,” she told Closer. “My roast dinner is amazing. My secret to good roasties is to use goose fat, rub them in garlic paste and sprinkle Parmesan on them. I serve runner beans covered with Parmesan too, and they’re mind-blowing.”

5. Therapy Sessions

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Oukhellou is open about having therapy in the past. “I think people are now understanding depression more, and coming out more that they suffer from it,” she told Luxurious Magazine. “However, I think those that don’t suffer from it don’t really understand it yet and we need to change this in society. It is not just a down day or something you can just simply get over. Education and awareness is key, and I think this will only improve as more people talk about their personal experiences.”

Yazmin Oukhellou is heating up Dubai in her swimsuit. The TOWIE star shows off her famous curves in an attention-grabbing bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts. “Sometimes,” she captioned the Instagram snap. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Yazmin Oukhellou 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 Fuels Up with Protein

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Yazmi maintains a protein-rich diet. “For breakfast, I’ll have a protein shake, usually a cookies and cream flavour. I love it with a dollop of peanut better. For lunch, I’ll have something Turkish, like chicken with either bulgur rice or plain rice and salad. For dinner, I’ll make a chicken stir fry or fajitas, or a Bolognese. I love sweets, and I’ll snack on Haribos and chocolate. I’ve got a whole sweet cupboard in my house!” she told Closer.

2. She Has a Few Go-To Cheat Meals

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Yazmin likes to indulge on occasion. McDonald’s is one of her go-to spots. “I order a large Big Mac meal,” she told Closer. She also loves Indian food. “I love chicken tikka masala with coconut rice, Bombay potatoes and onion bhajis,” she said. And her pizza order from Domino’s? “I like to order a margarita with a big garlic and herb dip.”

3. She Hits the Gym

“If I feel like I want to exercise I’ll go every day for a week, but then a week later I won’t go for a fortnight,” Yazmin told New UK about her approach to exercise. What is her workout? “A warm-up run for 10-15 minutes, then I’ll do squats and planks to rm my bum and abs.”

4. She Swims

Yazmin also enjoys swimming. “Your fitness is 100% mental. When I was told I may not be able to use my arm fully again so I asked if I could start swimming. I was told you can try but you won’t be able to for a good while. I told myself don’t listen Yaz. Your going swimming tomorrow. And I did. I swam five lengths and I cried and called my mum. This has taught me that anything you want to achieve in life. No matter what it is. No matter how many times others tell you that you can’t. You CAN. Don’t listen to anyone other than your own mind. If you want something you CAN achieve it. & guess what I now swim 60 lengths most days,” she said in an Instagram post.

5. She Drinks White Wine

You can often find Yazmin with a glass of white wine in her hand. While red wine is slightly healthier than white, the lighter shade of vino generally has fewer calories than the darker shade.

Jasmin Walia is heating up Dubai in her swimsuit. In a recent social media post, the Only Way Is Essex star poses all over the beach in her tiny bathing suit, driving her fans wild. “Forever sunshine,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does the reality star keep herself in such stellar shape? Celebwell rounded up her top health habits.

1. She Is Open About Her Body Confidence Struggles

Jasmin struggles with body confidence. “A lot of people think I’m confident with my body, but I’m really not,” she told Closer Online. “I feel like you’re always going to get self-conscious when you’re in the public eye and there’s always something that you want to change. Obviously I’m never going to have the perfect body, but I’m happy at the moment.”

2. Her Diet Is “Mixed”

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“I kind of have a mixed diet,” Jasmin told Closer. “Sometimes I’m healthy, and I’ll have chicken, vegetable and potatoes. But other times I’ll just go and have a burger. Mixing it up is a good thing and, if you’re working out at the same time, there’s no harm.”

3. She Exercises

Jasmin prioritizes exervise. “I go to the gym 3-4 times a week, and I do a lot of toning. “So like squats and weights to help me build up my muscle. I’m on Protein World at the moment, and it’s really helped me,” she told Closer.

4. She Dances

“I don’t do any cardio,” Jasmin confessed to Closer. “But I dance, so occasionally I go to Pineapple studios.” Dancing is a great workout for many reasons. Not only does it build strength and promote flexibility, but helps you lose weight and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop heart disease or die from it than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues.

5. She Eats a Big Breakfast

Jasmin revealed to Women Fitness that she fuels up in the morning. “I have porridge then just after that I have salmon, scrambled eggs, kale drizzled in lemon juice. With orange juice on the side. Then take a green shake which maybe I will have like, kale inside, spinach, apple, banana etc…” she said.

Yazmin is waking up Dubai in her swimsuit. The TOWIE star flaunts her famous curves in a bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts, also sharing a motivating message with her followers. “Good morning my lovelies I hope you all have the best day. Don’t worry about yesterday. Or the day before that. Today is a chance for a fresh start and a chance to be whoever it is you want to be. Love Yaz,” she captioned the Instagram photo. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 of Yazmin Oukhellou’s top diet and fitness tips for staying 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. Pack Lots of Protein Into Your Diet

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Yazmin fuels up with protein. She recently dished about her diet to Closer. “For breakfast, I’ll have a protein shake, usually a cookies and cream flavor. I love it with a dollop of peanut better,” she said. “For lunch, I’ll have something Turkish, like chicken with either bulgur rice or plain rice and salad. For dinner, I’ll make a chicken stir fry or fajitas, or a Bolognese.

2. Exercise Often

If you want a body like Yazmin, you are going to have to sweat for it. “If I feel like I want to exercise I’ll go every day for a week, but then a week later I won’t go for a fortnight,” she told New UK. “My break-up [with James Lock] has done me wonders, because that’s what’s got me back into the gym. When I was with James I was comfort eating and putting on weight, but now I’m single I want to get that revenge body.” What is her workout? “A warm-up run for 10-15 minutes, then I’ll do squats and planks to rm my bum and abs.”

3. Cheat On Occasion

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Yazmin refuses to deprive herself. “I love sweets,” Yazmin confessed to Closer. “I’ve got a whole sweet cupboard in my house!” She told New UK that how she eats depends on her mood. “Sometimes I want to be really healthy or vegetarian,” she said. “I’m dairy and gluten intolerant, but I still eat them. I’ll get bloated, but it doesn’t happen all the time.”

4. Prioritze Your Health

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Yazmin admits that she struggles with self-confidence and “110 percent” feels pressure to “look a certain way.” However, she feels her best when she is taking care of herself. “Like all women, if I’ve been going to the gym for a week then I start to feel good in myself. But if I have a couple of weeks off and start binge eating, then I don’t feel as confident,” she told New UK.

5. Swim

Yazmin recently started swimming. “Your fitness is 100% mental. When I was told I may not be able to use my arm fully again so I asked if I could start swimming. I was told you can try but you won’t be able to for a good while. I told myself don’t listen Yaz. Your going swimming tomorrow. And I did. I swam five lengths and I cried and called my mum. This has taught me that anything you want to achieve in life. No matter what it is. No matter how many times others tell you that you can’t. You CAN. Don’t listen to anyone other than your own mind. If you want something you CAN achieve it. & guess what I now swim 60 lengths most days,” she said in an Instagram post.

Shaughna Phillips is sharing a body positive message – in her swimsuit. In a new social media post, the Love Island star shows off her gorgeous figure while opening up to her fans. “I’ve been meaning to post this for aaaagesssss, and I just kept chickening out which sounds ridiculous but it’s the truth,” she wrote. “This is not easy for me, it’s hard to just be yourself when social media can be SO cruel at times. Full disclosure, I’m not in the place I want to be physically, I have ‘baby weight’ to lose plus a bit more lol, but I’m not going to let my intrusive thoughts about how I look get in the way of me living my life,” she continued. “I really want to be the best role model I can be for Lucia, and I’m so determined that she won’t grow up with the same warped view on body image as I did, and that’s starts with me. I know it’s a bit late for New Year’s resolutions, but I’m sure we all have room for one more 🙋🏼‍♀️ Here’s to getting real in 2024, who wants to join me?” How does the reality star approach health and wellness? Celebwell has the details on her lifestyle habits.

1. She Took Drastic Measures to Slim Down for Love Island

Shaughna went to drastic measures to lose weight for the show, sharing about it in a 17-minute video on her YouTube channel. She wouldn’t allow herself to eat treats over the 2019 Christmas period and asked her colleague to "shame" her every time she tried to. “I think for me and the series that I was in, we had it the hardest... because the casting process was over Christmas,” she said. “Everyone and anyone indulges, but because we knew we were potentially going into the villa, I for one did not have one Quality Street that whole Christmas season... Now, that was a bad Christmas.”

2. She Worked Out 90 Minutes Every Night

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She went to the gym for 90 minutes every evening and her routine was “very, very strict,” she said. “I would do 20 to 25 minutes on the treadmill very fast at a high incline. I would do a few sets on the lat pulldown machine... and then I used to do a quick circuit on the mats. I used to use like free weights and stuff and that would literally be it every single day.”

3. Working Out Makes Her Feel Better

What motivates her to stay in shape? “Honestly? I become an anxious mess if I don't work out. It sounds cliche, and everyone always says, ‘Oh when you work out you feel better,’ but it’s actually true,” she told Bustle.

4. She Launched a Nutrition Plan

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Shaughna launched her own fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle plan, Be You With Shaughna. “No before and after shots. No guaranteed ‘drop a dress size’ promises. No get fit quick plan,” she writes. “What my plan does include? Dedicated work to improve your mental health. Workouts that go at your pace. Nutritional advice aimed at encouraging your relationship with food, and not how to restrict your food.”

5. She’s an “Early Bird”

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“I've always been an early bird. Ever since I was little, I've just always been up literally before the sun,” Shaughna told Bustle. “I don't like being rushed in the morning, so although I could probably easily get another hour in bed, I would rather just get up and start waking up gradually. These days, my normal morning routine starts at 6 a.m. I get up, make my breakfast, and have a cup of coffee, or tea, depending on my mood. I watch a little bit of TV before I head to workout at 8:30 a.m. I like to get it done and dusted because that way it means nothing like social media can impact my workout.”

6. She Takes Baths

“I'm definitely a bath girl. To the point where I miss having them in the summer because the last thing you want is to increase your body temperature,” Shaughna told Bustle. “When I used to go to the gym after work, in the days before Love Island, I remember the moments when I would see a text from my mum saying, ‘Your bath is running’ and it would literally feel like I’d won the lottery. Thinking about my bath is one thing I used to do to get me through the gym. Feeling that post-workout ache and being in the bath. There is nothing better! I've got to have a lot of bubbles, not bath salts – I can just feel the grains and it makes me feel like the water is dirty. Lots of candles. I like to have my hair up, out of my face, because I get very hot and bothered.”