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        7 Weight Loss Tricks From Zendaya
    Here’s how she stays in shape.
By Anna BechtelJun 07, 2023
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Zendaya first got her start as an actress when she appeared on the Disney Channel series Shake It Up and K.C. Undercover. She currently stars on the HBO series, Euphoria, which won her an Emmy Award. Zendaya also starred in the movie Malcolm and Marie. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 7 ways Zendaya 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 Takes Care Of Her Skin
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Skincare is extremely important to Zendaya. She shared some of her favorite tips with InStyle. “I find it therapeutic to give myself a facial and do all those extra steps,” she says. “Cleansing; cleansing with another cleanser; toning with, like, eight different things; then a spray; a sheet mask; a clay mask. It’s a little self-care.”
2. She Doesn’t Follow Trends
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Zendaya tells Glamour that she doesn’t like to follow trends, especially when it comes to beauty. She says that she focuses on what she enjoys doing. “I honestly don’t believe in beauty trends. I stick with what I’m feeling in the moment…Similar to trends, I think beauty rules in general are BS! Do what you want and do what makes you feel best. That’s my beauty motto.”
3. She Removes Her Makeup
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Zendaya tells Glamour that she always makes sure to remove her makeup. “One of the best tricks I’ve learned over the years is to use a face or cleansing oil to remove mascara, and to move slowly. It really helps keep them healthy and soft, plus it keeps the skin around my eyes nice and moisturized.”
4. She Tries New Skincare Products & Tricks
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When it comes to skincare, Zendaya likes to try new things and products. “I’ll incorporate different serums every now and then,” she tells British Vogue. “I think it’s good to switch up your skincare so that your skin doesn’t get too used to it. My products always seem more effective after I’ve left them for a bit and come back.”
5. She Makes Time For Herself
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Zendaya has a busy schedule, however, she tells InStyle that she always makes time for herself. “Everyone has their own thing, like a form of meditation or whatever. Me, I find it very hard to just sit there and clear my brain. People say I’m crazy, but I watch Harry Potter, like, once a day. It’s just calming to me, so that’s my thing.”
6. She Builds Confidence
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Zendaya tells InStyle that she works on building confidence, and shared some of her tips for doing so. “Confidence takes time. A lot of people would be like, ‘Why don’t you just love yourself?’ or ‘Why don’t you just feel better?’ That stuff is much easier said than done. Growing to understand and appreciate yourself takes time. And we’re all figuring it out. My mom did it at 50. I call it her butterfly moment. She became confident and got more in touch with who she was at 50. It can happen at any point in your life. Just don’t rush that process. Let yourself feel things and know it’s OK to be a little slower than others.”
7. She Spends Time At Home
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Zendaya tells InStyle that she doesn’t always like to travel and prefers to spend time at home. “I don’t want to get on another plane. I just want to stay in my house. It’s nice to have your own space and control the energy that comes in and out. I’m all about lighting and the essential oils in the air. I also spent the last few days organizing my makeup. I’m in this [moment] where everything should have a place.”
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Zendaya first got her start as an actress when she appeared on the Disney Channel series Shake It Up and K.C. Undercover. She currently stars on the HBO series, Euphoria, which won her an Emmy Award. Zendaya also starred in the movie Malcolm and Marie. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 7 ways Zendaya 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 Takes Care Of Her Skin
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Skincare is extremely important to Zendaya. She shared some of her favorite tips with InStyle. “I find it therapeutic to give myself a facial and do all those extra steps,” she says. “Cleansing; cleansing with another cleanser; toning with, like, eight different things; then a spray; a sheet mask; a clay mask. It’s a little self-care.”
2. She Doesn’t Follow Trends
Jacopo Raule/Getty Images
Zendaya tells Glamour that she doesn’t like to follow trends, especially when it comes to beauty. She says that she focuses on what she enjoys doing. “I honestly don’t believe in beauty trends. I stick with what I’m feeling in the moment…Similar to trends, I think beauty rules in general are BS! Do what you want and do what makes you feel best. That’s my beauty motto.”
3. She Removes Her Makeup
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Zendaya tells Glamour that she always makes sure to remove her makeup. “One of the best tricks I’ve learned over the years is to use a face or cleansing oil to remove mascara, and to move slowly. It really helps keep them healthy and soft, plus it keeps the skin around my eyes nice and moisturized.”
4. She Tries New Skincare Products & Tricks
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When it comes to skincare, Zendaya likes to try new things and products. “I’ll incorporate different serums every now and then,” she tells British Vogue. “I think it’s good to switch up your skincare so that your skin doesn’t get too used to it. My products always seem more effective after I’ve left them for a bit and come back.”
5. She Makes Time For Herself
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Zendaya has a busy schedule, however, she tells InStyle that she always makes time for herself. “Everyone has their own thing, like a form of meditation or whatever. Me, I find it very hard to just sit there and clear my brain. People say I’m crazy, but I watch Harry Potter, like, once a day. It’s just calming to me, so that’s my thing.”
6. She Builds Confidence
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Zendaya tells InStyle that she works on building confidence, and shared some of her tips for doing so. “Confidence takes time. A lot of people would be like, ‘Why don’t you just love yourself?’ or ‘Why don’t you just feel better?’ That stuff is much easier said than done. Growing to understand and appreciate yourself takes time. And we’re all figuring it out. My mom did it at 50. I call it her butterfly moment. She became confident and got more in touch with who she was at 50. It can happen at any point in your life. Just don’t rush that process. Let yourself feel things and know it’s OK to be a little slower than others.”
7. She Spends Time At Home
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Zendaya tells InStyle that she doesn’t always like to travel and prefers to spend time at home. “I don’t want to get on another plane. I just want to stay in my house. It’s nice to have your own space and control the energy that comes in and out. I’m all about lighting and the essential oils in the air. I also spent the last few days organizing my makeup. I’m in this [moment] where everything should have a place.”

        
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1. She Limits Carbs
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In a 2015 interview with Women’s Health, Teigen opened up about her diet. She says that eating healthy is something that is important to her. “I’ve always had to watch myself,” she says. “My family is not naturally thin and we put on weight quickly. I find low-carb works for me. Even when I eat healthy grains like quinoa I keep them to a minimum.”
2. She’s Motivated To Workout
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Teigen shared her motivations to stay in shape with Women’s Health. "I used to take pride in the fact that I didn’t have to work out, and then I hit that age where you have to," she says. "I want to drink champagne and have hearty dinners, so I would rather work out for an hour and be able to do what I want.”
3. She Changed Her Approach
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After having her second child, Teigen made a lot of changes. In an interview with Women’s Health, she revealed that she wrote a new cookbook based on her new lifestyle. “Two kids in, you can’t eat the way you used to. I changed, so the book had to change. With the first book, I wanted to get people out of the headspace of a 15-minute meal with less than five ingredients. Now I identify more with the people who don’t have time for that shit.”
4. She’s Honest
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6. She Does Planks
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7. She’s Comfortable With Herself
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Teigen tells Women’s Health that she has a lot of comfort in her body.“Honestly, I don’t ever have to be in a swimsuit again,” she says. “Since I was 20 years old, I had this weight in my mind that I am, or that I’m supposed to be. I’ve been so used to that number for 10 years now. And then I started realizing it was a swimsuit-model weight. There’s a very big difference between wanting to be that kind of fit and wanting to be happy-fit.”
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1. She Lives In The Moment
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2. She Uses Retinol
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3. She’s Consistent With Workouts
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Garner tells Shape that she makes sure to workout on a consistent basis. “I do think that being consistent with workouts is a big part of having healthy skin," says Garner. "You've got to keep your blood moving…Man, there's no time that I feel more like myself, more like I look pretty...The time I'm going to feel absolutely my best is right after a hard workout and a shower because my skin has a lot of vibrancy.”
4. She Isn’t Hard On Herself
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Garner makes sure to have confidence in herself. She tells TODAYthat she makes sure to not be too hard on herself. "When you start getting super critical of yourself, turn around, pivot in that spot and go do something nice for someone else. Or go work out, or just take that and make it active instead of letting it just fester in you."
5. She Uses Sunscreen
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7. She Loves Salads
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Garner tells Entertainment Tonight that she makes sure to eat a lot of veggies. "I eat a lot, a lot of salads. That’s the way that I get my veggies. I eat lots of leafy greens, dark greens, with rice too because I want it to be a meal. I just have a big bag of greens… I keep it in a Ziploc bag and I just pull out handfuls of it for lunch every day."
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1. Carrie Underwood: Count Macros Instead of Calories
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2. Jennifer Lopez: Work Out “Harder and Smarter”
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Jennifer Lopez has adapted her fitness regiment over the years. However, instead of working out more, she is smarter about her workouts. "In my 20s and 30s I used to work out but not like I do now. It's not that I work out more; I just work out harder and smarter,” she told InStyle. “And it doesn't take me as long as it did in the past. I do it more for my health than I do for looks, which is funny. When you do things for the right reasons, you actually look better!"
3. Vanessa Hudgens: Work Out with Others
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Vanessa Hudgens can afford to pay a personal trainer for one-on-one workouts, but opts for group fitness and workout buddies instead. "I'm the type of person that needs to be in a class," Vanessa told Popsugar. "I need someone telling me what to do, and I love being in a group environment because I'm very competitive, so it pushes me to work harder than I would if I was by myself." The 32-year-old is a devotee of The Dogpound, a hardcore boot camp style studio The Dogpound she regularly visits with her friends. "HOT GIRL SUMMER IN FULL EFFECT," the gym recently wrote on Instagram, sharing a video of sweating alongside GG Magree in an intense HIIT workout. 
4. Rebel Wilson: Approach Weight Loss From All Sides...Including Emotional
Working out and eating right are only part of the equation to weight loss, per actress Rebel Wilson, who lost a whopping 60 pounds in less than a year. While she majorly revamped her diet and embarked on a fitness routine, it was the work she did on the instead that helped her achieve her goals. "I think because I approached it from all areas ... the biggest thing that I haven't ever worked on was the emotional side, what I suffered from, I guess, as classical emotional eating … so I really worked on that side," she told Extra.
5. Rita Ora: Focus On Strength, Not Weight Loss
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Instead of trying to lose weight or get to a certain clothing size, Rita Ora suggests putting your focus on getting stronger. "I didn't start working out to get skinnier—I started working out to feel better. And I think it's important for women to know that,” she told Shape. “Don't be obsessed with being thin. You just have to be fit, healthy, and strong," she said. "I love my shape because it's curvy. I have thighs. I'm a size 28 in jeans. And that's an average, normal size. I'm proud that I'm normal."
6. Kate Hudson: Move a Little Every Day
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Kate Hudson has always been devoted to fitness. One of her stay-fit secrets? She moves every day. "Now that Rani is getting a little bit older and her nap schedule is longer, I've been able to work out at least 30 minutes a day, maybe five times a week,” she told InStyle. “I make sure that I don't go a day without doing something for 30 minutes. I've been doing that since April and I've noticed enormous changes in my body."
7. Jessica Simpson: Get Your Steps In
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After tipping the scales at 240 pounds during her pregnancy with third child, Birdie Mae, Jessica Simpson started walking her way to a 100-pound weight loss with the help of trainer Harley Pasternak. He started off by setting her goal at 6,000 steps and then eventually upping it to 14,000. "It had to be more than just getting back from her baby weight, but how do I keep whatever I am doing now forever. That's why we are not a big fan of doing any extreme diet or radical forms of exercise,” he told E! about the weight loss strategy he developed for the star, which also included healthy eating, sleep, and full body workouts. “Woke up before all 3 kiddos to get my steps in and spend time with me, myself, and I. Move move move for your own mental health,” she captioned a 2020 Instagram post. 
8. Halle Berry: You Have to Commit
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Halle Berry, 54, looks half her age. According to the star, her biggest secret to staying in shape is her commitment to healthy living, including workouts with her trainer, Peter Lee Thomas, diet tips, and healthy living mantras. “You just have to have the will and the desire,” she told Harper’s Bazaar about what it takes to stay fit. “And you have to make up your mind that it's important. That's the hard work that people have to do." 
9. Nicole Scherzinger: Everything in Moderation
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"Don't deprive yourself of anything because eventually you'll crave it and then you might binge on it. Everything in moderation," Nicole Scherzinger told Women's Health UK about her dietary rule. "For breakfast I love eggs and toast and smoked salmon or bacon, or porridge. For lunch I like maybe some soup or some sushi. For dinner, anything from pasta to rice, and meats and veggies, to sushi. When I'm going to indulge, I love pasta, pizza, I love Mexican with lots of cheese. I love French fries, or crisps – salt and vinegar crisps. In terms of snacks: almonds, coconut water, bits of coconut, baby carrots."
10. Gabrielle Union: Don’t Commit to One Workout Only
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Gabrielle Union allows her workout routine to evolve. "As the workout phases come and go, I'll try everything," she previously told Women's Health. "Nothing, not one thing, has stuck. I've tried kickboxing, cardio barre, I've tried a SoulCycle class...I'm not a class person." In a 2019 Instagram post, she also revealed that her motivations for exercise are also evolving. “There are times I workout for a job or specific athletic goals but usually I workout to maintain my peace. Sometimes i grunt, grimace, scream...many times I've cried while training. I've cried due to frustration. I've cried from physical pain. Many times I've cried as my fears and anxiety leave my body. For me, I'm always working out my spirit and exercising my soul. This morning felt like the end of a week of taking Ls, but today I got up and reminded myself that even when I lose, I win because I'm committed to learning and evolving,” she wrote. 
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Angelina Jolie is known for her tough-hero movie roles, for which she trains like an athlete—not to mention a stunt woman. Jolie, 47, has an enviably toned and strong physique whether she is filming or not—so how does she do it? Trainers who have worked with the star talk about her dedication to whatever she sets her mind to, whether it’s martial arts training or a specific muscle-building diet. Here is how she achieves, and maintains, her killer figure.
1. She Does Her Own Stunts
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Jolie is an old hand at occasionally doing her own stunts, and works hard to make it look perfect. “Angie throws herself into everything fully, be it rehearsals or the actual shooting," says stunt instructor Simon Crane. "We rehearse and test everything to the smallest detail with her stunt double, Eunice Huthart, before she ever tries anything. But saying that, as any athlete knows, there is no gain without pain!"
2. Martial Arts Training
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Jolie learned martial arts for Salt. “For her fight training, we got her learning a combination of Muay Thai and Krav Maga very early on,” Crane says. “We would then pick the moves she was best at and combine them into a sequence. The training, at the early stages, took up about three to four sessions a week, lasting approximately two hours each. When we started filming, we trained during lunch breaks or on the weekends.”
3. Carbs and Protein
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Jolie’s diet was a healthy mix of carbs and protein for her Salt role. “She has to have 70% carbohydrates and 30% protein diet with an anaerobic training regime as opposed to aerobic, so she can put muscle on without losing weight,” Crane says. “Sticking to four or five meals a day routine as much as possible. Then when she reaches a good body level that we like, we change it to 60%/40% favoring carbs. No junk food, no empty calories, and alcohol only on weekends.”
4. Snacking On Nuts
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Jolie snacked on mixed seeds and nuts plus vegetables such as cauliflower while filming The Tourist. “Although nuts are high in fat, it’s mainly healthier unsaturated fat,” says the British Heart Foundation. “They contain protein, B vitamins, vitamin E and minerals, including iron, potassium, selenium, magnesium, zinc and copper.”
5. Eating Bugs
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Jolie and her family enjoy snacking on high-protein insects. “They’re used to eating scorpions, especially Shiloh,” Jolie says. “Shiloh loves a tarantula, loves a bug. They can all eat a bag of crickets like a bag of chips, so they’re all used to it. But I’m learning to cook them better with a little more flair and seasoning.”
6. Tomb Raider Training
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Jolie had to transform her diet and fitness for her role in Tomb Raider. “They had me on bungees. I'm dog sledding,” Jolie said. “They had me up at seven each morning and handed me a protein shake. Suddenly, a nutritionist was giving me five meals a day. But you had to do these things to maintain your energy. And I liked the intense training because there is only one way to do something and for me it's in extremes."
7. Embracing Her Age
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Jolie embraces what she calls her imperfections, as part of the aging process. “I look in the mirror and I see that I look like my mother, and that warms me,” she says. “I also see myself aging, and I love it because it means I’m alive—I’m living and getting older. Don’t love having a random dark spot from a pregnancy, for sure. I see my flaws. But what I see that I like isn’t about a structure or appearance. It’s more that I see my family in my face. I see my age.”
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        Influencer Ana Zelu Is "Lost in the Beauty of Nature"
    Here’s how she stays in shape.

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By Anna BechtelFeb 10, 2025
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Ana Zelu is a professional model and social media influencer. She is known for her content in nature. Zelu recently shared a post on Instagram of herself on a surfboard in the ocean. She captioned it, “Yesterday was such a fun shoot, I just had to share these with you 🤍 🛥️But picture number #4?? That photobomb totally got me 😂 Which picture is your favorite ?🌊”

            
                She Swims
            
            
        
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As you can see from her post, Zelu likes to swim. The Mayo Clinic states that swimming has a lot of benefits. “Swimming is often touted as a great workout for all ages, offering benefits not only for the body, but also for the mind. As a form of exercise, swimming keeps your heart rate up and builds muscle strength. It also can be a great form of stress relief.”

            
                She Doesn't Compare Herself to Others
            
            
        
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Zelu shares a lot of her thoughts on Instagram. In this post, she talked about no longer comparing herself to others. “Dear Diary 💭📝, Today’s contemplation led me to a profound understanding of the detrimental impact comparison has on our lives. It’s like a silent intruder, subtly creeping into our thoughts and poisoning our perception of ourselves and others. It’s a universal struggle, one that weighs heavily on the hearts of many. I’ve come to realize that comparison is the ultimate thief of joy. It robs us of our ability to appreciate our own journey and achievements, as we constantly measure ourselves against an idealized version of others. I’ve resolved to break free from its grasp. We should choose to celebrate our own unique path, recognizing that each step forward is a triumph in itself. Rather than fixating on external benchmarks set by others, I’m focusing on personal growth and development. Whether it’s through learning new skills, cultivating gratitude, or simply practicing self-compassion, every effort counts.”

            
                She Hikes
            
            
        
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Zelu is seen on a hike in the previous Instagram post. Harvard Health states that hiking is very beneficial. “Like brisk walking, hiking is a good way to improve your cardiovascular fitness, particularly if your route includes some hills, which will force your heart to work harder. Taking a hike on the slightly uneven surface of a trail also provides a natural way to engage the core muscles in your torso and to hone your balance skills.”

            
                She’s Resilient
            
            
        
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Resilience is another important thing to Zelu. She talked about this in the caption of this Instagram post. “Dear Diary 💭📝, I witnessed something truly remarkable that touched my heart deeply. It’s amazing how people can go through the toughest storms in life and yet remain gentle, patient, and kind. I saw someone who faced challenges that would break most people, yet they chose to respond with grace and humility. Their ability to stay calm and compassionate in the face of adversity is nothing short of admirable. It made me realize the beauty of resilience – the strength to keep going even when life throws its hardest punches. These individuals not only endure the storms but also emerge from them with a spirit that shines brighter than before. Their example reminds me of the power of kindness and the importance of staying true to oneself, even in the darkest of times. It’s a reminder that even in the midst of chaos, there is beauty to be found 💕🫶”

            
                She’s Accepted Herself
            
            
        
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Zelu talked about the importance of acceptance in this Instagram post’s caption. “Dear Diary 💭📝, Today has been a rollercoaster of emotions, but amidst it all, I feel like I’ve taken a step closer to the right direction. Letting go of the past is like shedding a heavy coat I’ve been carrying for far too long. It’s not easy to release the memories, the pain, the regrets, but today, I made a choice to loosen the grip they had on me. It’s like taking a deep breath after being underwater for too long—refreshing and liberating. Forgiving myself has been a journey filled with tears and moments of self-doubt. But today, I finally understood that I deserve the same forgiveness and understanding I give to others. It’s like giving myself a warm hug, wrapping myself in kindness and acceptance.”
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        Ludovica Pagani Swears By These 5 Habits
    Here’s how she stays in shape.

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By Anna BechtelFeb 10, 2025
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Italian influencer and TV host Ludovica Pagani isn’t just known for her stunning looks—she’s also admired for her dedication to fitness and healthy living. Whether she’s sharing workout routines or showing off nutritious meals on Instagram, Pagani’s followers can’t get enough of her beach-ready physique. But how does she maintain such an enviable figure? It turns out, Pagani has a few go-to habits that keep her in top shape year-round. From her favorite workouts to her clean eating choices, here are the five habits Ludovica Pagani swears by for her beach body.

            
                She Does Pilates
            
            
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Pagani likes to do Pilates to keep herself in shape. She is seen doing exercises on a reformer in this Instagram video. According to The Cleveland Clinic, Pilates has a lot of benefits. “There’s quite a bit of stretching in Pilates — which translates to improved flexibility. In addition to expanding the range of activities you can do, flexibility may protect you from injury, help your muscles relax and help you retain both mobility and range of motion as you get older.” 

            
                She Likes Sweet Potatoes
            
            
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Pagani makes sure to eat healthy. In the previous Instagram video, she is seen cutting up sweet potatoes. Reid Health states that they are very healthy. “Eating potassium-rich sweet potatoes helps promote a healthy heart. Higher potassium intake allows you to excrete more sodium lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk for heart disease according to the American Heart Association.”

            
                She Does Squats
            
            
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Pagani shared this video on Instagram of herself in the gym. In it, she is seen doing regular squats and split squats with a weight. Piedmont says that squats are very beneficial. “Whether you’re hoping to tone your muscles, strengthen your core or just improve overall health, squats are one of the best exercises you can do.”

            
                She Strength Trains
            
            
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In the previous Instagram video, Pagani is seen doing a lot of strength training exercises. Strength training has a lot of benefits. The Mayo Clinic states, “Strength training may enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Strength training can also protect your joints from injury. Building muscle also can contribute to better balance and may reduce your risk of falls. This can help you maintain independence as you age.”

            
                She Boxes
            
            
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Pagani likes to box to keep herself in shape. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself with boxing gloves. Boxing is an aerobic exercise, which means it has a lot of benefits. Harvard Health states, “Aerobic exercise gets your heart pumping and helps lower the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. It can strengthen bones and muscles, burn more calories, and lift mood. Aerobics can also boost your endurance, which helps you climb a flight of stairs or walk farther.”
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        Mica Viciconte Gets "a Little Sun"
    Here’s how she stays in shape.

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By Anna BechtelFeb 09, 2025
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Mica Viciconte is a TV personality. She is known for participating in Combate Argentina. A few weeks ago, Viciconte took a beach vacation in Mexico. She shared some highlights of her trip on Instagram. In them, Viciconte posed in different swimsuits. She captioned the post, “A bit of ☀️ over here 👈”

            
                She's Consistent
            
            
        
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Viciconte makes sure to stay consistent with her wellness routine. She talked about this in the caption of this workout video on Instagram. “Eating well and exercising regularly helps you maintain your weight and reduce your risk of disease. Regular exercise and a healthy diet can bring many benefits, including more energy, happiness, health, and even a longer life. It's something we all know but we always make excuses for. So hopefully you can start moving your body little by little and eat a little better and obviously enjoy something delicious on the weekends 😋.”

            
                She Does Squats
            
            
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In the previous Instagram video, Viciconte is seen doing squats. Allina Health reports that squats are very beneficial to do. “The squat is one of the all-around best exercises to do for your lower body. It strengthens and tones muscles in your thighs, butt and calves and improves posture, balance, flexibility and inner core strength. Squatting also improves bone mineral density to keep your bones strong. Include squats in your exercise routine two to three days a week to reap the benefits from this dynamite move.”

            
                She Does Hip Thrusts
            
            
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Viciconte is also seen doing hip thrusts in her Instagram video. Gymless states that the exercise has a lot of health benefits. “Hip thrusts, as a compound movement, aid in increasing lower body strength and power, enhancing athletic abilities such as running, jumping, and powerlifting. By strengthening the posterior chain muscles, you can enhance your posture and lower the risk of back pain and muscle strain. Strong glutes and hamstrings contribute to hip and knee stability, minimizing injury risks in sports and daily life.”

            
                She Uses A Stationary Bike
            
            
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Viciconte is seen using a stationary bike in the previous Instagram video. Doing this can help strengthen your muscles. Penn State PRO Wellness explained, “Riding a stationary bike can help build strength in your legs and lower body, especially if you use a higher resistance. The pedaling action can help strengthen your calves, hamstrings, and quadriceps. Additionally, it can work the muscles in your core, back, and glutes. If you use a bicycle with handles, you’ll also be able to work your upper body muscles, including your biceps, triceps, and shoulders.”

            
                She Runs 
            
            
        
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Viciconte shared this Instagram video of herself working out. In it, she is seen doing running exercises. Viciconte captioned it, “When we exercise, our body releases endorphin, a natural substance produced by the brain during and after physical activity. The release of endorphin, also known as the 'joy hormone', helps you relax, reduces stress, anxiety and improves your mood. I always say that it's never too late to start moving, so you know that tomorrow you have no excuse 💪🏻”
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