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Zoe Ball in Workout Gear Says "Let's Move It!"

She is using a treadmill, andoes hip thrusts and pulley rows.

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Zoe Ball in Workout Gear Says "Let's Move It!"
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Zoe Ball is one of the UK’s most well known presenters. She appears on BBC’s Radio 2, and was the former host of Strictly: It Takes Two. Ball recently shared a video on Instgaram of herself in the gym. In it, she is seen doing things like using a treadmill, hip thrusts, and pulley rows. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Zoe Ball stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.


1. She Uses A Treadmill

Ball is seen on the treadmill in her Instagram post. According to Healthy Talbot, this has a lot of benefits. “Treadmill working is an aerobic/ cardio exercise. Studies demonstrate that aerobic exercise can minimize the risk of heart diseases. Moreover, they can strengthen your heart muscles. This helps to lower blood pressure and allows the heart to pump blood more efficiently. Most doctors recommend aerobic exercise to people suffering from cardiovascular diseases.”

2. She Does Hip Thrusts

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Zoe Ballattends the Chelsea Flower Show on May 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)Getty Images

Ball is also seen doing hip thrusts with a weight in her Instagram post. Gymless states that these are a very effective workout. “Hip thrusts are a controlled and powerful movement, mainly focusing on the glutes, hamstrings, lower back, and core. This exercise is vital for developing a stronger posterior chain, contributing to improved athletic performance, alleviating lower back pain, and enhancing overall physique. Considering that about 65 million Americans experience some form of back pain, hip thrusts are a great exercise to include in your routine.”

3. She Loves Almonds

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 28: Zoe Ball attends ITV's "MAMMA MIA! I Have a Dream" photocall at Charlotte Street Hotel on September 28, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images)Getty Images

Ball tells Woman & Home that she loves almonds. “I love a snack and, like many people, I do find it difficult to say no to the sugary treats. I make sure not to deny myself the odd treat, as I am a firm believer in everything in moderation, but I do need to make sure I plan ahead to stop me from grazing throughout the day. On most sets, the crew always seem to have some delicious tempting treats nearby - I find that if I've got a packet of almonds around, a handful is a great snack - I'm now offering them to everyone!”

4. She Does Challenges

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 17: Zoe Ball poses during the Red Nose Day night of TV for Comic Relief on March 17, 2023 in Manchester, England. Live from MediaCityUk in Salford on BBC One and iPlayer.  (Photo by Rachel Joseph/Comic Relief via Getty Images)Getty Images

Ball tells Women & Home that she likes to do healthy eating challenges. “I've recently taken the 21 Day Snack Happy challenge - snacking on a handful of almonds once a day for 21 days - and this is definitely an idea I can recommend. 21 days is the amount of time it takes to break a habit, so you can take the challenge and pick up a healthier snacking habit, without even realising you've done it - it's just so easy!”

5. She Plans Her Food Options

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 09:   Zoe Ball poses following a performance of "Cabaret" in the Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre on December 9, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images)Getty Images

Ball also told Women & Home that she likes to plan her food options, so she doesn’t snack on unhealthy ones. “My job is a demanding one, I often find myself rushing around from the radio station to a meeting or filming. Particularly when we are filming Strictly and I'm doing radio at same time, I find that I burn huge amounts of energy and that makes me very hungry. I've learnt over time that thinking ahead and having some healthy and nutritious snacks between meals, does keep me going throughout the day - which means I don't dive into the biscuit tin or chocolates on set!”

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Zoe Ball in Workout Gear Says "Let's Move It!"

She is using a treadmill, andoes hip thrusts and pulley rows.

Zoe Ball in Workout Gear Says "Let's Move It!"
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Evidence-Based

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Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

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Zoe Ball is one of the UK’s most well known presenters. She appears on BBC’s Radio 2, and was the former host of Strictly: It Takes Two. Ball recently shared a video on Instgaram of herself in the gym. In it, she is seen doing things like using a treadmill, hip thrusts, and pulley rows. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Zoe Ball stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.


1. She Uses A Treadmill

Ball is seen on the treadmill in her Instagram post. According to Healthy Talbot, this has a lot of benefits. “Treadmill working is an aerobic/ cardio exercise. Studies demonstrate that aerobic exercise can minimize the risk of heart diseases. Moreover, they can strengthen your heart muscles. This helps to lower blood pressure and allows the heart to pump blood more efficiently. Most doctors recommend aerobic exercise to people suffering from cardiovascular diseases.”

2. She Does Hip Thrusts

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Zoe Ballattends the Chelsea Flower Show on May 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)Getty Images

Ball is also seen doing hip thrusts with a weight in her Instagram post. Gymless states that these are a very effective workout. “Hip thrusts are a controlled and powerful movement, mainly focusing on the glutes, hamstrings, lower back, and core. This exercise is vital for developing a stronger posterior chain, contributing to improved athletic performance, alleviating lower back pain, and enhancing overall physique. Considering that about 65 million Americans experience some form of back pain, hip thrusts are a great exercise to include in your routine.”

3. She Loves Almonds

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 28: Zoe Ball attends ITV's "MAMMA MIA! I Have a Dream" photocall at Charlotte Street Hotel on September 28, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images)Getty Images

Ball tells Woman & Home that she loves almonds. “I love a snack and, like many people, I do find it difficult to say no to the sugary treats. I make sure not to deny myself the odd treat, as I am a firm believer in everything in moderation, but I do need to make sure I plan ahead to stop me from grazing throughout the day. On most sets, the crew always seem to have some delicious tempting treats nearby - I find that if I've got a packet of almonds around, a handful is a great snack - I'm now offering them to everyone!”

4. She Does Challenges

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 17: Zoe Ball poses during the Red Nose Day night of TV for Comic Relief on March 17, 2023 in Manchester, England. Live from MediaCityUk in Salford on BBC One and iPlayer.  (Photo by Rachel Joseph/Comic Relief via Getty Images)Getty Images

Ball tells Women & Home that she likes to do healthy eating challenges. “I've recently taken the 21 Day Snack Happy challenge - snacking on a handful of almonds once a day for 21 days - and this is definitely an idea I can recommend. 21 days is the amount of time it takes to break a habit, so you can take the challenge and pick up a healthier snacking habit, without even realising you've done it - it's just so easy!”

5. She Plans Her Food Options

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 09:   Zoe Ball poses following a performance of "Cabaret" in the Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre on December 9, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images)Getty Images

Ball also told Women & Home that she likes to plan her food options, so she doesn’t snack on unhealthy ones. “My job is a demanding one, I often find myself rushing around from the radio station to a meeting or filming. Particularly when we are filming Strictly and I'm doing radio at same time, I find that I burn huge amounts of energy and that makes me very hungry. I've learnt over time that thinking ahead and having some healthy and nutritious snacks between meals, does keep me going throughout the day - which means I don't dive into the biscuit tin or chocolates on set!”

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Fitness Model Jen Selter in Two-Piece Workout Gear Says "Let's Get It"

Dip into her fitness secrets, from ankle weights to core workouts and running.

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Jen Selter, a fitness model and influencer, inspires her followers with her dedication to health and wellness. Known for her creative workouts and stylish activewear, she shares tips and motivation to help others achieve their fitness goals. Last month, Selter visited Anguilla, posting a video on Instagram of herself running in a vibrant blue workout set, captioned, “With temps feeling over 90 degrees here in Anguilla, it doesn’t take long to work up a sweat.. just step outside and boom, instant drip. 💦 Loving this new blue @aloyoga set. Any shade of blue is my fav!!💙”


1. She Runs

In her Instagram video, Selter is seen running up the stairs. According to FloTrack, running has a lot of health benefits. “Running and jogging is an aerobic exercise, and you’re working out both your heart and lungs while doing so. This will also lead to a lower resting heart rate, lower bad cholesterol in your blood and lower blood pressure. You don’t need to run an obscene amount of miles every day to get these benefits, either. Those who just run a couple of minutes a day decrease their risk of cardiovascular death by 58 percent. If you have a hard time running, you can still give your heart a workout by jogging or walking.”

2. She Does What Makes Her Happy

Selter is all about making herself happy, and she wants others to do the same. She talked about this in the caption of her Instagram video. “Remember, every day is a new opportunity, a fresh start to be the best version of yourself. It’s never too late to make a change and go after what makes you happy!! Let’s get it 💪🏼”

3. She Uses Ankle Weights

Selter likes to use ankle weights she works out. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing a core workout with them on. Selter captioned the post, “#MondayMotivation 💪🏼 Matching @FashionNova set 💙Keeping it simple but making it burn with deep core moves using just ankle weights. Slow, focused, and feel the burn💪 Add these moves into your routine and sculpt that body fam.”

4. She Does Core Exercises

Jen Selter.4Jen Selter/Instagram

In the previous Instagram post, Selter is seen doing core workouts. The Mayo Clinic states that doing core exercises is very important. “Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes. Strong core muscles help athletes, such as runners. That's because weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries.”

5. She Swims

Selter likes to swim to keep herself in shape. She shares a lot of posts on Instagram of herself at the pool or at the beach. Selter shared this video of herself underwater. She captioned it, “You’re the most important project you’ll ever work on. So hit reset, refocus, and keep going - no matter how many times it takes. Progress is progress 💪🏼 take me back to @calabashjumbybay ( it’s now for sale 👀)”

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JoJo Fletcher In Workout Gear “Will Literally Drop Everything” For Pickleball

“Weird I’m still waiting for a text back about dinner…?” commented husband Jordan Rodgers.

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The Bachelorette star JoJo Fletcher is just the latest celebrity to display just how much they love to play Pickleball. Fletcher, 33, shared a video of herself jumping out of bed to put on a blue skirt and white shirt, ready to play the game. “If you text me to play Pickleball, I will literally drop everything and be there in 5,” she captioned the funny post. “Weird I’m still waiting for a text back about dinner…?” commented husband Jordan Rodgers. Here’s how Fletcher stays fit, healthy, and beautiful.

1. Gym and Dog Walking

Fletcher was very active growing up, so fitness is a way of life for the star. “Growing up I played basketball and volleyball, and I ran track," she told Us Weekly. "Now I go to the gym a couple times a week. I do a lot of cardio, like the StairMaster and spin classes. I’ll take my dog [Jackson, a German shorthaired pointer] to the park and run with him. That counts!”

2. Yummy Food and Balance

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Fletcher is a big foodie, but understands the importance of balance. “I love food too much. … I love Mexican food and truffle mac ’n’ cheese — anything cheesy!” she told Us Weekly. “I cook more now that I’m getting older, because you can’t eat out every single day. It’s easy to grill a piece of chicken and steam broccoli. I eat healthy, and then I’ll have a cheat day.”

3. Resistance Band Exercises

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Fletcher loves using Renoj resistance bands. “I've gotta say, although they look small, they are mighty and they give you a killer workout,” she told E! News. “I love these for so many reasons. They come in three different strengths. There's a light, medium, and heavy. These are also great if you travel a lot and you want to keep working out while you travel, these are tiny to fit in your bag.”

4. Skincare Over Makeup

Fletcher prefers a more low-key beauty routine these days. “I like to have days where I just let my skin breathe,” she told Allure. “More than anything, since I've been on the show, I've taken so much better care of my skin. I'm using oils, I'm hydrating more, and I'm always taking off my makeup before bed. I'm also doing facials. I've been trying to hydrate my hair, as well, doing certain hair masks or using hair oils."

5. Yoga Ball Workouts

Fletcher uses the Trideer yoga ball as part of her workout regimen. "These are great for crunches,” she told E! News. “I couldn't believe that this worked my hamstrings as crazy as it did. It looks so easy, but let me tell you my hamstrings are burning so much from being so sore. Killer workout. Try it and let me know. I love this ball. It comes with a little pump to inflate and deflate. You can deflate this before you travel to take this ball with you. You can target so many areas with this. This is also good for planks."

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Influencer Cydney Moreau in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares "Workout Routine"

How new mom Cydney Moreau is getting back into her routine after having a baby.

Cydney Moreau
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Cydney Moreau is a fitness influencer and new mom who is easing back into her workout routine after giving birth. In a recent Instagram video, Moreau showed off her impressive kettlebell workout, wearing black spandex shorts and a cropped black tee, while sharing how she’s returning to her fitness regimen. Moreau has been open about staying active during and after pregnancy, incorporating pregnancy-safe workouts and Pilates into her routine. Now, she’s focusing on light weights and kettlebell exercises to regain her strength. As a busy mom, she’s mastered the art of multitasking, even squeezing in workouts in between daily tasks. Beyond the gym, Moreau loves outdoor activities like playing basketball, keeping her active lifestyle varied and engaging.


1. Kettlebell Workouts

Moreau is showing fans how she’s returning to her schedule after recently having a baby. Wearing black spandex workout shorts and a tight black cropped tee, the new mom showed off her kettlebell workout in an Instagram video with the caption, “Finally back to my regular workout routine. Kettlebell exercises can target many different muscles and be a full-body workout. “Kettlebell training provides a low-impact, full-body workout that strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health,” according to Shape.

2. She Uses Light Weights

Wearing a barely there red bikini, Moreau worked out using light weights and captioned her post, “Multitasking as a momma." According to Prevention, using light weights has the following benefits:

-Lowering body fat. “With consistent light lifting, your body will look leaner and more toned, and your clothes will fit better.”

-Preserving muscle mass. “Light lifting can slow the decline.”

-Improve bone density. “Using weights encourages cells to form new bone to offset age-related declines in bone mineral density.”

3. She Did Pregnancy Safe Workouts

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Throughout her pregnancy, the influencer did pregnancy-safe workouts and shared a video of them and a 21-day challenge she completed. “I am 39 weeks pregnant and using the @bodi app for my everyday workouts. The Bodi app is perfect because I can just open up my phone and do a work out wherever I am. I am able to modify the workouts and make sure I stay on track. Let me know if you guys try this work out!”

4. She Does Pilates

Wearing a cute pastel-colored dress with shorts underneath, Moreau showed off her Pilates skills. Pilates is a fitness trend that’s here to stay and one that should not be ignored. According to the Cleveland Clinic, Pilates has several health benefits, including improved muscle tone, flexibility and strength, pain relief, better posture, and balance and coordination. “The nearly century-old practice of Pilates provides a low-impact, full-body workout that could be a great addition to a well-balanced exercise program,” the site stated. “While the research on the health benefits of Pilates isn’t definitive, it suggests Pilates can positively impact your physical and mental health.”

5. She Plays Basketball

In addition to hitting the gym, Moreau enjoys being active outside and playing basketball. Over 450 million people worldwide play basketball, making it one of the most popular sports. Besides burning calories, it’s also a great cardio workout for your heart. According to StyleCraze, “Basketball is one of the best exercises for heart health! Because you keep moving, your heart rate increases. It also helps in building endurance, which is important when you want to make sure that your heart is healthy. It will help lower the risk of stroke and heart disease later in your life.”

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The 100 Stunner Eliza Taylor in Two-Piece Workout Gear Says "We Did It!"

Taylor conquers 21km race with co-star husband Bob Morley.

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Eliza Taylor, renowned for her role as Clarke Griffin on "The 100," recently tackled a personal milestone by completing a 21 km race alongside her husband and co-star, Bob Morley. Sharing the triumph on Instagram, Taylor expressed her exhilaration and disbelief at the accomplishment, captioned, “WE DID IT!!!! This was so much fun, never did I think I could run 21kms. But here we are at the finish line and I’m so proud! Couldn’t have done it without my best friend beside me the whole run. Love you @wildpip_morley 🥹❤️🙌🥳.” Her post reflects a celebratory moment that highlights both her physical and emotional journey, emphasizing the joy and pride of reaching new heights with her partner by her side.


1. She Runs

As you can see from her Instagram post, Taylor likes to run to keep herself in shape. Running has a lot of health benefits. FloTrack reports that running is a great cardio exercise. “Running and jogging is an aerobic exercise, and you’re working out both your heart and lungs while doing so. This will also lead to a lower resting heart rate, lower bad cholesterol in your blood and lower blood pressure. You don’t need to run an obscene amount of miles every day to get these benefits, either. Those who just run a couple of minutes a day decrease their risk of cardiovascular death by 58 percent. If you have a hard time running, you can still give your heart a workout by jogging or walking.”

2. She Takes Fitness Classes

Taylor likes to take fitness classes to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself doing some workouts in a class. Taylor captioned it, “Had an absolute blast today 🙌💚 So happy to support a product I actively take and believe in! @fatty15 🍃🤗” According to Iowa State University, taking classes has a lot of benefits. “Other people influence your attitudes and emotional responses to exercise. That is, they can affect how you feel about exercising, which is critical for determining whether you do it or not. If you get to know others who exercise regularly, you start to perceive exercise as more positive, common, desirable and doable.”

3. She Does Squats

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In her fitness class Instagram video, Taylor is seen doing squats with a resistance band. Squats have a lot of health benefits. ACE Fitness reports, “Love them or hate them, squats can work wonders for your strength, flexibility, physique and power. This multijoint movement engages the glutes, hamstrings, quad, back and core, making it a great total-body exercise.”

4. She Does Lunges

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In the Instagram video, Taylor is seen doing lunges. ACE Fitness states that the lunge is a very good exercise to do. “Lunges work the biggest muscles in your lower body — mainly the quadriceps, gluteus maximus, and the adductor magnus (the muscle in your inner thigh). Other muscles that come into play are the hamstrings, gluteus medius, calves, and core stabilizers, says Susane Pata, content strategist for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and NASM-certified personal trainer based in Miami.”

5. She Does Jumping Jacks

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Taylor is also seen doing jumping jacks in her fitness class Instagram video. The exercise has a lot of health benefits. Gymless reports, “Jumping jacks, also known as star jumps, is a full-body exercise that targets major muscle groups and is a great addition to any home or cardio workout. Jumping jacks is a form of plyometric exercise, which is a mixture of aerobic and resistance training. This exercise can be used as a warm-up to rev up your cardiovascular system by increasing your body temperature and increasing blood flow to your muscles. It can be included in your cardio workout routines, or even used as a form of active rest!”

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Rayna Vallandingham Shares "Dojang Diaries"

Learn how actress Rayna Vallandingham maintains her washboard abs with martial arts, strength training, and flexibility exercises.

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Rayna Vallandingham is flashing her washboard abs – in a two-piece exercise set from Alo. In a new social media post the actress flaunts her impressive midsection during a workout at the gym. “dojang diaries,” she captioned the series of snaps. “Magnific! Very very beautiful,” commented one of her followers. “♥️More like diaries of a hottie♥️” added another. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Be Consistent

Consistency – at the gym and the martial arts studio – is the key to success. "It is a way of life," Rayna says. "It's not only teaching your body movements and being in synchronicity with your body, but also just like the mental aspect of it."

Fight Your Way to a Hot Body

Rayna is a big fan of martial arts. She has been doing taekwondo since she was 2, earning her first black belt at 6. "In the very beginning, my parents put me in the sport because I was just really shy, and I think they could tell that I needed something," says Vallandingham, who lives and trains in Los Angeles. "Immediately, I just loved it. I felt at home, and every single day, instead of watching Dora, I wanted to go to the dojo,” she told Well + Good. Studies confirm that the practice helps with balance, cognitive function, psychological health, weight loss, and physical fitness.

Work on Strength and Flexibility

Rayna recommends prioritizing strength, flexibility, and power. "Of the three, I think strength and flexibility are the top two," Vallandingham says. "We used to have people stand on my legs and force my knees to come down in butterfly stretch," she says. "I have permanent damage to my body—I have tendonitis [because of this]."

Lift Weights

If you want a strong, lean body like Vallandingham, you must lift for it. The star strength trains, focusing on supersets, doing two moves back-to-back that target the same muscle groups to double down on their gains. One of her favorite exercises is a goblet squat. She stands with her feet shoulder-width apart, folded forward until she can slide her palms underneath her soles (you could also hold your ankles or calves), then bends her knees, lowering her butt toward the floor while lifting her chest, coming into a deep squat. She'll bend and extend her legs several times in this position. Then, it's on to the main event, holding a weight in her hands while bending down into a deep squat. "I love utilizing a Bosu ball—they're pretty much in every single gym," she adds.

Stretch

Rayna never skips stretching. She starts by by lying on the floor with her legs up the wall and then allowing them to open out into a side split. "I let gravity do its work because that's my body telling me, okay, this is where we're at," she says. "My hips are opening on their own, and I'm not having to force anything." “Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints,” says Harvard Health. “Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Then, when you call on the muscles for activity, they are weak and unable to extend all the way. That puts you at risk for joint pain, strains, and muscle damage.”

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Charli Hawkins is "Training in a Winter Wonderland"

Learn about her fitness routine, mindfulness practices, and positive attitude.

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Charli Hawkins is training in the snow – in her two-piece workout gear. In a new social media post the Olympian shows off her fantastic figure – including her flat abs – in an exercise set while enjoying the winter weather. “TRAINING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND! ❄️🥶❤️✨Gearing up in this altitude for the LONDON MARATHON this April! I’m so excited to see what my mind and body can make happen! To my marathon runners: it’s your time to shine, PLEASE tell me ALL of your tips, all of your advice, and for all of you who understand what I’m about to attempt, please send your words of encouragement 😂 Also feel free to try to talk me out of this as well thanks👍 We are on the training countdown. Turning a sprinter, jumper, and thrower into a long distance runner 🫣🙌 What do you think my time will be?” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Minfulness and Meditation

Charli practices mindfulness. Before going for a run, she says words of intention. “I am willing. I am grateful. I surrender,” she revealed during an interview with San Diego Magazine. Meditation:

“When you meditate, you may clear away the information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress,” says the Mayo Clinic. Benefits include:

  • Gaining a new perspective on stressful situations
  • Building skills to manage your stress
  • Increasing self-awareness
  • Focusing on the present
  • Reducing negative emotions
  • Increasing imagination and creativity
  • Increasing patience and tolerance
  • Lowering resting heart rate
  • Lowering resting blood pressure
  • Improving sleep quality

Stretching

She also makes sure to stretch. “If you ever can think of some dynamic stretches: F.A.S.T. ✨🙌 My left hip and right QLs have been SO tight lately so I’m on a journey of getting them right! What’s bugging you at the moment???” she captioned a post. “Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints,” says Harvard Health. “Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Then, when you call on the muscles for activity, they are weak and unable to extend all the way. That puts you at risk for joint pain, strains, and muscle damage.”

Here Is The Right Way To Run

During her interview with San Diego, Charli explained how you should be running. “Remember, the sole of the foot is showing right in front of us,” she said, doing a type of high-knee movement. “To do this, you’re over exaggerating your running form while standing still. Raise your knee up, point your toes to the clouds (forming an A), and then pedal the sole of your foot forward before striking your knee down. It’s more complicated than it sounds after 30-plus years of moving a certain way,” the writer explained.

Positive Attitude

In a recent post Charli revealed things she learned about positivity. “Patience is easier when it isn’t required,” she said. “The people around you are BLESSINGS (which I feel like I already understood but sometimes it’s nice to have it emphasized).” Also, “We are up, we are down, but trusting the process sometimes means knowing that it’s all good even when it’s not the best” and “Making a plan is the best option for everything. It’s ok if the plan doesn’t go perfect, but just willy-nilly-ing it is not the best option when you want to get things done.”

Never Giving Up

Charli refuses to give up. “Understand what you want first, and then go for it. Then keep going for it all the time, and, eventually, you’ll get it,” she said during her interview.

Beauty

Giulia Arena Swears By These 5 Habits For Her Beach Body


Discover how Giulia Arena stays healthy and active during her trip to the Maldives.

Giulia Arena is stunning in a beach selfie.
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Giulia Arena first made waves when she won the 2013 Miss Italia pageant. Since then, she’s become a successful actress, TV host, and model. Arena recently took a trip to the Maldives. She shared a set of photos on Instagram of herself at the beach. In them, Arena is seen in a white swimsuit. She captioned the post, “Native habitat.”

Biking

Giulia enjoys cycling. During her trip to the Maldives Giulia went bike riding. 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.

Reading

Giulia is also a fan of books. In the Maldives, she took some time to relax and read. One Harvard study published in Social Science & Medicine found that people who read books regularly had a 20% lower risk of dying over the next 12 years than those who weren't readers or who read periodicals.

Snorkeling

Giulia snorkels, recently discovering the “Sea Lung,” she revealed in a post. “It reaches 60cm long with a weight of almost 10kg, and represents the largest medusa of the Mediterranean. I don’t know why, but I have always experienced the charm of Jellyfish: creatures that are essentially simple and yet capable of surviving entire geological epochs floating, light and slow, between the currents. She, remains one of the most beautiful sights of this summer.” Surprisingly, putting on a snorkel and fins and swimming through the water is a great workout. In addition to being a great aerobic exercise and burning calories, other health benefits may include improved cardiovascular function, stress reduction, mood enhancement, and muscular toning.

Coffee

Giulia is a coffee drinker. She especially likes shots of espresso. According to the Cleveland Clinic, drinking coffee in moderation has several benefits. “It acts on your brain to improve memory, mood, reaction times, and mental function,” they say, citing a study finding that caffeine can improve endurance and performance during exercise. It is also antioxidant-rich, can ward off diabetes, prevent neurologic disease, lower cancer risk, and ward off depression, they point out.

Yoga

Giulia is a yogi. Here she is doing yoga. There are many reasons to do yoga, according to Harvard Health. “Researchers found that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years, gained less weight during middle adulthood,” they said. “People who were overweight actually lost weight. Overall, those who practiced yoga had lower body mass indexes (BMIs) compared with those who did not practice yoga. Researchers attributed this to mindfulness. Mindful eating can lead to a more positive relationship with food and eating.”