Whitney love is making her comeback – in her workout gear. In a new social media post the Cheer alum shows off her amazing body in exercise clothes as she attends the NCAA Speed Staff training for the first time in 5 years. “I can’t explain just how eager and excited I was to be surrounded by such creative and hard working individuals. Everything they put into their camps is beyond amazing. The attention to detail and emphasis on proper technique from this entire group and its leadership is always what I take the most pride in. Along with that, this staff LOVES what they do and they soaked up every bit of material like a sponge. Year 9 was a comeback for me that did not disappoint!” she wrote in the Instagram caption. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.
1. Dance
As a cheerleader, dancing is a big part of Whitney’s training. 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.
2. Walking Her Dogs
Whitney has two dogs and she takes them on lots of walks. “My boys 🖤,” she captioned an Instagram post. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.
3. Softball
Whitney loves playing softball. “Feeling like a true athlete here in Oregon ⚾️,” she captioned a post. Softball helps condition your body, increase flexibility, and improve mental health.
4. Cold Plunge
Whitney relies on cold plunges to help her body recover. There is limited research supporting the benefits of cold plunges, which may include easing sore muscles, bringing body temperature down, increased focus, improved sleep, and decreased inflammation, per the Cleveland Clinic. However, a 2021 study found that cold water immersion therapy promotes basic post-sport recovery.
5. Gymnastics
According to Pinnacle Gymnastics, there are physical and mental benefits of gymnastics. Physical benefits include flexibility, balance, and muscular strength. “These skills improve bone health and delay the development of high blood pressure,” they say.