Jaqueline Carvalho is pumping iron in her workout gear. In a new social media post the volleyball star flaunts her fit figure in an exercise set during a session with her significant other, Murilo Endres. “In the end he couldn’t take it,” she captioned the clip of their strength training workout, kissing at the end of the session. “Perfect,” commented one of her followers. “Beautiful,” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.
Volleyball
Jaqueline, a member of the Brazilian volleyball team that won the Olympics in 2008 and 2012, spends a lot of time playing. According to one study, recreational volleyball played with fewer players on a smaller court can be an effective training modality to stimulate decrease in LDL cholesterol and resting HR.
Running
Jaqueline enjoys running, both outside and at the gym. Here she is running on the treadmill. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say.
Cycling
She also bikes. In the same video she cycles on a stationary bike. The Cleveland Clinic explains that biking, a low-impact aerobic exercise, is great for building muscle, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance. It can also boost mental health and help other health conditions, including arthritis.
Dancing
Jacqueline often shares videos of herself dancing. 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.
Strength Training
Jacqueline spends a lot of time in the gym strengthening her body by weight lifting. 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
