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WBFF Pro Laura Van Salazar in Workout Gear Shares Glues and Legs Routine

Laura Van Salazar shares her HIIT and leg day secrets to boost your fitness.

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WBFF Pro Laura Van Salazar is known for her dedication to fitness and inspiring her followers with effective workout routines. Whether it's through her high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or her glutes and legs-focused exercises, Laura's approach is all about efficiency and results. From sipping green juice to staying active outdoors, she shares practical tips to help you stay fit, healthy, and motivated. Here's a look at some of her favorite routines and wellness habits to keep you moving forward.


1. She Does HIIT

Laura is a big fan of HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) for its efficiency and effectiveness. "In just 10-20 minutes, you can boost your metabolism, improve endurance, and keep burning fat even after you’re done," she shares. Laura encourages everyone to maximize their time with short, intense bursts of activity to see faster results.

2. She Drinks Green Juice

"I just got back from doing fasted cardio on the beach," Laura says as she enjoys her morning green juice. She explains the many benefits of this detox drink: it eliminates toxins, hydrates the body after a night of fasting, improves digestion, boosts energy, supports weight loss, and enhances skin health. Laura recommends adding this juice to your morning routine to kickstart your day.

3. She Stays Active Constantly

For Laura, staying physically active is essential for both mental and physical well-being. "When we move, whether it's running, practicing yoga, lifting weights, or dancing, we are not only exercising the body but also connecting with the earth and with ourselves." Laura emphasizes that constant activity helps clear the mind, reduces stress, and even sparks creativity, making movement a form of active meditation.

4. She Gets Some Sun

Laura loves soaking up the sun and its vitamin D benefits. She teases her followers, "If this post gets 10,000 likes, I'll share a glutes workout on the beach!" This post shows her playful side while reminding her fans of the importance of sunlight for overall health.

5. She Works Her Glutes and Legs

Laura keeps her promise with a glutes and legs workout routine. Her go-to exercises include squats, lunges, and deadlifts. She recommends 15-20 reps for each movement, repeated 3-4 times. This challenging routine will help sculpt and strengthen your lower body for noticeable results.

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WBFF Pro Laura Van Salazar in Workout Gear Shares Glues and Legs Routine

Laura Van Salazar shares her HIIT and leg day secrets to boost your fitness.

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Evidence-Based

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WBFF Pro Laura Van Salazar is known for her dedication to fitness and inspiring her followers with effective workout routines. Whether it's through her high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or her glutes and legs-focused exercises, Laura's approach is all about efficiency and results. From sipping green juice to staying active outdoors, she shares practical tips to help you stay fit, healthy, and motivated. Here's a look at some of her favorite routines and wellness habits to keep you moving forward.


1. She Does HIIT

Laura is a big fan of HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) for its efficiency and effectiveness. "In just 10-20 minutes, you can boost your metabolism, improve endurance, and keep burning fat even after you’re done," she shares. Laura encourages everyone to maximize their time with short, intense bursts of activity to see faster results.

2. She Drinks Green Juice

"I just got back from doing fasted cardio on the beach," Laura says as she enjoys her morning green juice. She explains the many benefits of this detox drink: it eliminates toxins, hydrates the body after a night of fasting, improves digestion, boosts energy, supports weight loss, and enhances skin health. Laura recommends adding this juice to your morning routine to kickstart your day.

3. She Stays Active Constantly

For Laura, staying physically active is essential for both mental and physical well-being. "When we move, whether it's running, practicing yoga, lifting weights, or dancing, we are not only exercising the body but also connecting with the earth and with ourselves." Laura emphasizes that constant activity helps clear the mind, reduces stress, and even sparks creativity, making movement a form of active meditation.

4. She Gets Some Sun

Laura loves soaking up the sun and its vitamin D benefits. She teases her followers, "If this post gets 10,000 likes, I'll share a glutes workout on the beach!" This post shows her playful side while reminding her fans of the importance of sunlight for overall health.

5. She Works Her Glutes and Legs

Laura keeps her promise with a glutes and legs workout routine. Her go-to exercises include squats, lunges, and deadlifts. She recommends 15-20 reps for each movement, repeated 3-4 times. This challenging routine will help sculpt and strengthen your lower body for noticeable results.

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Vanessa Hudgens in Workout Gear Does "Russian Spilt on Pilates Reformer" 

Here is everything you need to know about her Pilates routine

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Vanessa Hudgens is showing off her impressive Pilates moves – on a reformer. In a recent social media post shared by the High School Musical star’s Pilates trainer, Nonna Gleyzer, the actress shows off her gorgeously sculpted body in a catsuit while executing a difficult move. “Behind every great woman, there is another great woman. That’s what I’m going to say about one and only @vanessahudgens that’s is doing the most amazing job performing Russian Spilt on Pilates Reformer. 👊my beautiful friend!!!” Gleyzer captioned the post. The trainer-to-the-stars (Gisele and Kelly Rowland are two of her other famous clients) dished on Vanessa’s Pilates practice to Celebwell. Here is everything you need to know about it.


1. Vanessa Is Trained Like a Dancer and Athlete

“It’s extremely easy to work with Vanessa, because she is by far one of the most coordinated, focused, and very in tune with her body people. She is also very flexible and has amazing control. It’s like working with a dancer and an athlete at the same time,” Gleyzer tells us. “She is very active and does different workouts all the time. She just loves to move her body.”

2. 3 to 4 Pilates Sessions Per Week

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In addition to weight training, Vanessa visits the Body By Nonna studio multiple times a week. “When it comes to pilates and when we work together, we see each other 3 to 4 times per week,” she reveals. Her main focus during the sessions is the whole body workout, but each session aims to target a single group of muscles.

3. Leg Workouts

“We usually start with the foot workout on the reformer and training the legs in every dimension possible,” says Gleyzer. “The thighs contain several muscles. The quadriceps and hamstrings help us bend and extend the hips and knees. The adductors move the legs inward toward each other. The pectineus and sartorius let you flex and rotate the thighs at the hip.”

4. Ab Workouts

“We also do lots of abs with the pilates ball as well as side ups on the Pilates spine corrector. This allows her to get deeper into the muscles while protecting the back,” she says.

5. Upper Body Workouts

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Their upper body workouts are done mostly on the Pilates Cadillac, “where we use the roll-down bar to arm and do lots of moves that involve stretching and control,” she says. This includes the The Russian Split that Hudgens demonstrates in Gleyzer’s video.

6. Vanessa “Knows Her Body Well”

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“Working with Vanessa is incredible and so easy as she knows her body so well and loves to see results,” concludes Gleyzer.

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If you want a body like Eva Longoria, you are going to have to work for it! The 46-year-old kicked off the week by revealing what an average workout session looks like for her via social media. “I just finished. Bounce, weights, trainer. Never miss a Monday. Never. Miss. A. Monday,” she said during her Instagram Stories clip, looking absolutely exhausted post-workout sesh. She also revealed a few of her moves. Read on to see 5 ways Eva Longoria 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 Does This Squat Combo

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Because just doing a squat wouldn’t be enough for Eva, she showed off a combination move. In her banded squat to side kick, she wears an exercise band around her thighs, squats, and then kicks a leg out to the side. Then, she squats again, and kicks the other leg out. Want to steal Eva’s workout style? In this clip she wears Buffbunny Collection's Rosa Sports Bra ($48) & Rosa Pocket Bike Short in Vineyard Dark Red ($54).

2. She Also Does This Modified Plank

Most people struggle to execute a standard plank, but not Eva. She is in such fantastic shape that she can do an extremely tough modification, which involves planking and then rotating her body to the side, back into plank, and then to the other side. She shared a video of this move over the weekend. Eva also wore Buffbunny in this workout video, the Revolution Sports Bra ($48) & Rosa Legging in Midnight Navy ($68).

3. Her Leg Workout Is Intense

To kick off 2022, Eva shared a video detailing her leg workout, and it was just as brutal as you might expect. For most of the moves she wore her resistance band to maximize the burn as she squatted, lunged, and kick-backed her way through the routine.

4. Here Is What Her Overall Workout Routine Looks Like

According to another one of Eva’s videos, she starts her workouts with some stretches, followed by some exercises on her JumpSport trampoline—including a variety of crunches. Next, she lifts weights. “I do very heavy weights,” she told Women’s Health in the March 2022 issue. “I feel like my body changes the most when I do that—I wear a heart rate monitor, and I can see my heart rate spike from just doing a heavy bicep curl,” she added. After lifting weights, Eva does some more ab exercises, including bicycles. Finally, she stretches.

5. She Works Out Daily

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Eva works out every single day for up to 75 minutes. “If I have to wake up early and take a flight, when I land, I’ll go for a walk because I didn’t get to work out,” she told Women’s Health. “Even if it’s just stretching, I need to do something.”

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Jenna de Leó in Tye-Dye Workout Gear Works Out Her Glues

How Jenna de Leó maintains her chiseled body.

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Wearing a gray tye-dye sports bra and matching tight shorts, Jenna de Leó shows how she gets her perfect body. The trainer and PRO bikini competitor, who has won three times, posts regular workout videos and reveals how she gets so toned. Known for her sculpted glutes, strong legs, and six-pack abs, the 33-year-old is one of the most sought-after fitness coaches and head trainer for reset app. Here's everything to know about her diet and fitness regime. Read on.


1. She Eats Protein to "Grow" Her "Booty"

To maintain a slim waist, but defined booty, de Leó eats protein. "Two things matter in regards to food when building your GLUTES," she wrote in an Instagram post.

  1. "A protein-rich diet
  2. A caloric surplus

Protein is directly correlated with muscle growth, and after all, your glutes are muscles." She added, "On the other hand, a caloric surplus of nutritiously dense foods will allow the food you eat to be converted to good mass! "All you ladies on the Booty Secrets program, try to incorporate some of these foods into your diet to maximize gains!"

2. She Does Circuit Training to Get Her Strong Legs

Getting a body like de Leó takes work, discipline, and commitment. In a recent post, she shared her leg routine and wrote, "I don’t know about you, but I absolutely LOVE leg day! Here is a great circuit to add to your routine. If you don’t have access to a gym then this minimal equipment Leg day is for you."

.Circuit One:

- 12 Dumbbell Seated Squat

X4

Circuit Two:

- 10 Calf Raise Squat

X4

Circuit Three:

- 12 Alternating Rear Lunge per side

- 12 Split Jump Squat per side

X4

Circuit Four:

- 12 Single Leg Deadlift

- 12 Weighted Single Leg Curl per side

X4

3. She Does Deep Squats

Another way she maintains a strong and beautiful lower body is by doing deep squats but admitted they're not easy. Wearing a light blue sports bra and brown shorts, de Leó posted a video showing the moves that help her deepen her squats and wrote, "Although it didn’t happen overnight, these are some of the stretches/moves that helped me. There are a few more that I also do, but I believe you guys can start with these and see how it goes." She added, "I must warn you though, it may leave you feeling sore for a little while, but your body will soon get used to it."

4. She Doesn't Skip Upper Body Workouts

De Leó is all about getting an effective workout with minimal equipment and shows how to get lean arms without just dumbbells. "My sisters, don’t skip your upper body workouts," she said, wearing a dark gray sports bra and blue hip-hugging shorts. "With just a pair of dumbbells, this arm-focused routine will leave you feeling strong and empowered. Save it for your next workout and give it a try!"

METHOD:👇🏾

Warm Up:

- 10 Banded Pull Apart X3

Circuit One:

- 10 Alternating Press per side

- 12 Kneeling Front Raise

X4

Circuit Two:

- 10 Reverse Grip Shoulder Press

- 10 Bent-Over Front Raise

X4

Circuit Three:

- 12 Tricep Kickback per side

- 5 Alternating Hammer Curl with hold per side

X3

She added, "If you liked this workout, hop inside the @reset.app to see more daily workouts and other structured training programs."

5. She Drinks Blueberry Protein Shakes

Protein is a vital part of everyone's diet. It serves several important roles like aiding in growth and development, repairing damaged cells, carrying oxygen through the body, is a great energy source, and more. To ensure she gets enough protein, de Leó has protein shakes. "Blended smoothies are excellent for quick protein, and this recipe will deliver something tasty and filling to sip on!" she wrote. "Don't forget the peanut butter, an essential ingredient! Swap for an alternate nut or seed butter if you have an allergy!"

Ingredients:

-Frozen Banana

-Blueberries

-Peanut Butter

-Honey

-L-Glutamine

-Vanilla Protein Powder

-Oat Milk

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Michelle Lewin in Workout Gear Shares "Muscle Mass" Leg Day Advice

“I am often asked how to gain muscle mass in my legs and here is the answer."

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Michelle Lewin is showing off her legs and revealing the secret to how she got them. In a new social media post the fitness model and influencer flaunts her amazing body during a gym session. “I am often asked how to gain muscle mass in my legs and here is the answer,” she says, going on to reveal her secrets. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits – including how she got her strong legs.


1. From Model to Fitness Model

Michelle, who started out as a traditional model, found her way to fitness modeling. “I’ve been modelling for a few years, and a part of my job was to stay in shape. I loved it and it led me to became a total gym rat. After months of intense training the abs started to show and I was enjoying the fitness lifestyle. Suddenly the modeling requests were coming from Fitness Magazines and Supplement companies,” she told Simply Shredded. “A friend of mine told me to compete in the next NPC bikini competition so I gave it a shot. It was such a thrill to step on stage!”

2. Motivated By Veins

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Where does her motivation come from? “I would say the mirror. There’s nothing more motivating than when you find a new vein! Am I crazy? Probably, but it’s true! Progress is what motivates me to keep pushing harder and not give up. Also it’s extremely motivating to have so many female fans,” she told Simply Shredded.

3. Here Is Her Workout Routine

Monday: Back/Biceps

  • Chin Ups (Wide Grip) 4×12
  • Chin Ups (Normal Grip) 4×10
  • Row Machine 4×12
  • T-Bar Rows 4×12
  • Dumbbell Curls 6×12
  • EZ Bar Curls 4×12
  • Straight Bar Cable Curls 4×12

Tuesday: Hamstrings/Calves

  • Lying Leg Curls 4×12
  • Seated Leg Curls 4×12
  • Deadlifts 4×10-15
  • Seated Calf Raises 8×20
  • Standing Calf Raises (Smith Machine) 6×20

Wednesday: Triceps/Shoulders

  • Standing Dumbbell Tricep Extensions 6×12
  • Skull Crushers EZ Bar 4 X 12
  • Rope Overhead Cable Extensions 4×12
  • Military Press 4×10
  • Dumbbell Shoulder Press 3×10
  • Upright Rows with EZ Bar 4×12
  • Side Lateral Raises 4×10

Thursday: Rest

  • Off

Friday: Legs

  • Lunges 4×12
  • Good Mornings 6×20
  • Leg Press (Single Leg) 4×15 (Each Leg)
  • Squats 4×12

Saturday: Abs

  • Hanging Knee Raises 4×12
  • Crunches 4×20
  • Crunch Machine 4×12
  • Crunches On Ball 4×20

Sunday: Rest

  • Off

4. Here Is What She Eats in a Day

Meal 1: Oatmeal with Big Blend from Betancourt Nutrition

Meal 2: Ham with Swedish Crackers (Wasa)

Meal 3: Chicken Breast with Brown Rice

Meal 4: Pork Chops with Salad

Meal 5: Beef with Asparagus & Spinach

Meal 6: Salmon with Broccoli

Meal 7: Casein Protein Shake (Before bed)

5. Cardio for Weight Loss

When Michelle is trying to “cut down” or lose weight she does lots of cardio. “I just love to sweat like a maniac. So what ever I feel like: Stair Master, Rollerblading around South Beach Miami or Spinning classes. I keep the intensity high and make sure that I am always pushing my hardest,” she said.

6. Here Is Her Leg Day Advice

In her latest post she offers the following advice on how to build leg muscle:

  • Train heavy and with different techniques in all workouts.
  • Meal planning, eating enough and knowing how to choose foods is the key.
  • Maintaining discipline and consistency is the key to seeing long-term results.
  • Have a Coach who motivates and pushes you
  • Have adequate rest.
  • Listen to your body and know what your limits are.
  • Supplementation and hydration.
Grace Charis Stuns in Golf Course Video and Reveals Her 5 Fitness Secrets
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Grace Charis is more than just a golf influencer—she’s a powerhouse on and off the course. Known for blending her love of the sport with a lifestyle that keeps her fit and fabulous, Charis recently shared a video on Instagram, inviting followers to “Come play this par 3 with me!” Decked out in a sleek white visor, matching skirt, and light pink top, she showcased not just her swing but her toned physique. So, how does she stay in such great shape? From perfecting her golf game to hitting the gym, here are the five fitness habits that keep Grace Charis on top of her game.

She Golfs

Golf is the main way Charis keeps herself in shape. Better Health states that the sport has a lot of benefits. “Golf provides a stimulating mental challenge combined with a healthy walk in pleasant surroundings and can be played by people of all abilities and ages. Golf can be played on your own or in a team. It may be a casual pastime or a competitive activity. Golf can be good for your health and your heart. Walking an average course for a round of golf can be between five to seven kilometres. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll get an optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn even more calories each round and benefit even more.”

She Swims

Charis likes to swim to keep herself in shape. She shared these photos and videos on Instagram of herself snorkeling in Japan. The Cleveland Clinic says that swimming has a lot of health benefits, including building your muscles. “The built-in resistance that water provides helps build muscles and makes you stronger. And because water is more resistant than air, swimming does this faster than land workouts like running and biking.”

She Lifts Weights

Charis shared some of her favorite workouts in this TikTok. In it, she is seen doing a lot of workouts with weights. According to ACE Fitness, using weights to workout has a lot of benefits. “Strength training with heavy weights improves muscle definition. Muscle definition occurs as the result of muscles remaining in a state of semi-contraction and heavy strength training recruits the larger type II muscle fibers responsible for a muscle’s appearance.”

She Does Glutes Bridges

Charis is also seen doing glute bridges in her TikTok. NASM states that this exercise has a lot of benefits. “Glute bridges are a useful exercise for building core stability, building glute strength, and improving overall exercise form and function. When performed as a stabilization exercise, glute bridges activate the glutes to function as they are supposed to in other movements like squats, deadlifts, walking, and running. Adding weight progresses glute bridges into a strength exercise, which can build strength in the glute muscles. By increasing glute activation and strengthening the glutes, not only will your form get better in other exercises, but you might also gain the added benefit of reduced low back pain in your everyday life.”

She Does Lunges

Charis is also seen doing lunges with weights in her TikTok. Lunges are very beneficial. The Mayo Clinic reports, “The lunge is a body resistance exercise that works the leg muscles. Specifically, the lunge targets the quadriceps and the hamstring muscles in the thigh, the gluteal muscles in the buttock, and to a lesser extent, the lower leg muscles. The lunge is a great conditioning exercise for many sports, especially those that involve lunging movements, such as tennis, basketball or soccer.”

Beauty

Alessia Tedeschi Swears By These Habits

Here’s how she stays in shape.

Alessia Tedeschi Shows Off Toned Beach Body in New Video and Shares Her 5 Fitness Secrets
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Italian model and influencer Alessia Tedeschi doesn’t just turn heads at the beach—she puts in the work to stay in top shape year-round. Known for her stunning swimwear snaps and toned physique, Tedeschi often gives fans a glimpse into her fitness routine on Instagram, sharing her go-to moves and healthy habits. From weightlifting sessions to Pilates reformer workouts, her approach to fitness is all about balance and consistency. Curious how she maintains her beach-ready body? Here are the five key habits that keep her looking and feeling her best.

She Does Squats

Alessia Tedeschi does squats

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Tedeschi shares her favorite workouts in an Instagram story highlight on her page. In this video, she is seen doing squats with a kettlebell. The Cleveland Clinic says that squats are very beneficial. “Squats target and strengthen your thighs, hips and butt. Why does that matter? A strong lower body is important for athletes, yes, but not just for athletes. Your lower body fuels your ability to walk, run, jump … everything, re

She Lifts Weights

Alessia Tedeschi is pictured lifting weights

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In the previous Instagram story video, Tedeschi is seen using a weight to workout. She also shares a lot of videos in the highlight of herself using weights. ACE Fitness states that doing this has a lot of benefits. “Strength training with heavy weights improves muscle definition. Muscle definition occurs as the result of muscles remaining in a state of semi-contraction and heavy strength training recruits the larger type II muscle fibers responsible for a muscle’s appearance.”

She Does Pilates

Alessia Tedeschi does pilates

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Tedeschi likes to do Pilates to keep herself in shape. She shares a lot of videos in her Instagram story highlight of herself using a reformer. Better Health reports, “The health benefits of Pilates include: improved flexibility, increased muscle strength and tone, particularly of your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and buttocks (the ‘core muscles’ of your body), balanced muscular strength on both sides of your body, enhanced muscular control of your back and limbs, improved stabilisation of your spine.”

She Does Burpees

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Tedeschi likes to do burpees to keep herself in shape. She shared this video in her Instagram story highlight of herself doing them. The Cleveland Clinic says that burpees have a lot of benefits. “From an aerobic standpoint, burpees put your ticker to the test. The exercise offers the breath-stealing effect of running in a very condensed timeframe.”

She Does Deadlifts

Tedeschi is seen doing deadlifts with a weight in this Instagram story. Deadlifts are very beneficial. ACE Fitness says, “The most important benefit of the RDL is that it teaches the proper movement and biomechanics of standing hip flexion and extension. This is the foundational movement for squatting, whether the movement is performed with a weight in the gym or while bending over to pick an object up from the floor.”

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Rachel Platten is a very successful singer. She is known for songs like “Fight Song” and “Stand By You.” Recently, Platten announced on Instagram that she will be going on tour this year. She captioned a post, “I cannot wait to see your faces and hug you and cry together and feel our feelings and connect and saaaang!! Tickets go on sale this Monday. But if you’re signed up for my email list then you’ll get an email giving you early access TODAY. See you soon my friends.”

She Opened Up About Her Struggles

After having her first child, Platten opened up about her struggles on Instagram. She tells TODAY that she received a lot of support from others after doing this. "I get flooded with comments from other women and men saying that it's OK, and I'm not alone, I'm not doing a bad job," she said. “It's making me feel not isolated. I could have gone down a road of this being a much darker experience had I not learned early on to be vulnerable and vocalize what I'm going through. That's been a really big life raft for me.”

She’s Comfortable With Her Weight

On her Instagram, Platten revealed that she is not putting pressure on herself to lose pregnancy weight, as she is comfortable with herself. “I am not less worthy of love just because I can’t seem to lose those last 5 or 10 pounds of ‘baby weight.’ I’ve tried it ALL and my body is begging for my acceptance. I am stronger than ever, I am so healthy, I can dance and lift weight and carry my girls and move and live a full beautiful life and am honestly sick of trying to keep shrinking myself back to pre-baby weight. F— it.”

She Takes Care Of Her Skin

Platten shared some of her skincare secrets with Health Insight. “I apply face masks regularly — twice a week or more — and often go to sleep with a thin layer of a hydrating mask instead of a moisturizer. I also have a five-step routine (cleansing, toning, using a serum, moisturizing, and using sunscreen) that I do every morning and night no matter what. It’s a form of meditation for me and reminds me that even when I’m crazy busy there’s always time to breathe and love on myself a little.”

She’s Consistent With Wellness

Platten makes sure to stay consistent with her wellness routine. She shared her secrets with Health Insight. “In addition to my daily routine, I get regular facials (or give myself mini facials when I don’t have time), drink a crazy amount of water, eat healthy foods, and wear hats almost every time I’m in the sun. As cheesy as it might sound, I really do love taking care of my skin and I put a lot of effort into maintaining it.”

She Gives Back

Platten is a big believer in giving back to others. “I think we can remember how powerful we are by giving — giving compliments, our time to charities, and random acts of kindness,” she told Health Insight. “We can feel sad and powerless when we only focus on what we don’t have or don’t want, but we can easily shift this by switching that focus to what we have to offer! In my opinion, nothing is more beautiful or attractive than a woman who knows her worth and power.”