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10 Down-to-Earth Ways Podcast Queen Kylie Kelce Stays in Shape

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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This month, Kylie Kelce dropped her first episode of Not Gonna Lie, her Spotify podcast, and it soared to the top of the charts. While she happens to be married to former NFL star Jason Kelce, the reason why people adore the mother of three (soon to be 4!) is that she is totally laid back, real, and relatable. And her approach to diet, fitness, and self-care is definitely on-brand. Body Network has a lowdown of 10 down-to-earth ways in which Kylie Kelce stays in shape.


She Indulges in Fries, Tomato Pie, and Cheesesteaks

A Philly girl born and bred, Kylie indulges in the local cuisine – especially at Lincoln Financial Field. “My go-to in the stadium is probably [Chickie’s and Pete’s] Crabfries. Or the braided pretzels, they're so good,” she told Eating Well. “At home, I would say probably a tomato pie, and if you want to get more specific, a Carlino's tomato pie—big fan. But then the best way to balance out all of the salty snacks is having a couple Lindor truffles. I think the best thing about this sort of idea of adding them to your game-day spread is that all of the snacks you talk about for game day are usually salty or savory, so to add in a little pop of chocolaty bliss is perfection,” she dished. As for her cheesesteak order? “I always go extra American cheese, fried onions. I love when it's chock-full of cheese. I will say I'm a Dalessandro’s girl, but I recognize that if you're going to someone’s favorite spot, you're going to get an outstanding cheesesteak. It's funny to me how each neighborhood gravitates towards a specific spot,” she said.

She Walks in the Morning

Kelce does a little “mom shutdown” in the morning, having her babysitter come early. “Then I actually go and walk for quite some distance just to clear my head. Sometimes, I'll answer emails while I'm walking. It's a really good way to sort of take a step back. It gives you perspective and you can get some energy out, you can clear your head, get some fresh air and do it without children because I think that sometimes that plays into your health and well-being to take that time for yourself. I also think that it's a good example for our girls that I'm going out to exercise and making sure that activity is part of our day. Once it gets warmer, we'll go on long walks together where we'll go find a leaf of this color or a big stick and a medium stick, we do that sort of stuff. But right now the idea of packing all of the toddlers up and wrapping them in a million layers, it's just, it is not it,” she told Eating Well.

Everything in Moderation

When asked about her definition of healthy eating she responded that eating well is balanced. “I like to live by the idea of everything in moderation. I don't love the idea of cutting anything out wholeheartedly unless your dietary restrictions require that. I just think that if you want a doughnut, you should have a doughnut,” she said.

RELATED:10 Hacks That Helped This Mom Lose 40 Pounds While "Eating Potatoes Every Day"

She Eats Veggies Every Meal

Kylie does have on eating hack. “I make it a point to have vegetables in almost every meal, but that's because I enjoy them and mostly have found ways to enjoy them. If I want to have something that might be deemed as unhealthy, I have it within moderation so that I can still enjoy it,” she said.

She Prioritizes Hydration

Hydration is also important. Kylie told Eating Well that she is trying “her very best to drink more water.” According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

She Fuels Up with Protein in the Morning

Kylie starts the day off by fueling up with protein. “I’m a huge Good Culture cottage cheese person. It’s funny because there’s this whole trend of people obsessed with cottage cheese now. Sometimes, I’ll throw some mandarin oranges in there, but I don’t need to make it complicated. I’m not trying to make ice cream out of this, I just want to eat cottage cheese and try to get some protein in my breakfast,” she told Well + Good.

RELATED:7 Proven Calorie Deficit Tips That Helped This Woman Lose 20 Pounds

She Drinks Coffee

Kylie is a coffee drinker. “I love Dunkin'. Specifically, they brought back their butter pecan flavor, and it has this chokehold on me that I can’t get out of—it is unreal. I go iced, and I’m one of those people who will have iced coffee until there’s snow on the ground,” she revealed.

She Loves Her Peloton Tread+

You can also find Kylie on the treadmill. “I am also a big Peloton fan. We recently got the Peloton Tread+. I've always found that treadmills are very hard on my joints and hurt my knees. The Peloton Tread+ has such a nice give to it. It's also quiet, so I can do it while the kids are sleeping or doing something upstairs,” she told Elite Daily.

She Enjoys Fitness Classes

Kylie might be in one of your Peloton classes. “I also like the structure of classes. Being an athlete my whole life, I would show up to practice and coaches would tell me what to do. Once I left, my ADHD kicked in, so the Peloton classes are super helpful. I have the app on my phone if I want to do Pilates or yoga,” she told Elite Daily.

RELATED:Woman Lost 20 Pounds by Eating These Surprisingly Low-Calorie Foods

She Lifts Weights

While Kylie has “lifted a couple of times” with Jason, she usually hits the gym without him. “If we're both home, one of us will go work out in the gym, and the other person will be with kids. We have to tag the team. We often ship passing in the night when it comes to working out.

Also, I don't know that I would want to lift with him frequently. That's usually his choice of workout. He's such a stickler about technique. I don't know that I want to be critiqued by someone who professionally lifted for many, many years,” she said. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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This month, Kylie Kelce dropped her first episode of Not Gonna Lie, her Spotify podcast, and it soared to the top of the charts. While she happens to be married to former NFL star Jason Kelce, the reason why people adore the mother of three (soon to be 4!) is that she is totally laid back, real, and relatable. And her approach to diet, fitness, and self-care is definitely on-brand. Body Network has a lowdown of 10 down-to-earth ways in which Kylie Kelce stays in shape.


She Indulges in Fries, Tomato Pie, and Cheesesteaks

A Philly girl born and bred, Kylie indulges in the local cuisine – especially at Lincoln Financial Field. “My go-to in the stadium is probably [Chickie’s and Pete’s] Crabfries. Or the braided pretzels, they're so good,” she told Eating Well. “At home, I would say probably a tomato pie, and if you want to get more specific, a Carlino's tomato pie—big fan. But then the best way to balance out all of the salty snacks is having a couple Lindor truffles. I think the best thing about this sort of idea of adding them to your game-day spread is that all of the snacks you talk about for game day are usually salty or savory, so to add in a little pop of chocolaty bliss is perfection,” she dished. As for her cheesesteak order? “I always go extra American cheese, fried onions. I love when it's chock-full of cheese. I will say I'm a Dalessandro’s girl, but I recognize that if you're going to someone’s favorite spot, you're going to get an outstanding cheesesteak. It's funny to me how each neighborhood gravitates towards a specific spot,” she said.

She Walks in the Morning

Kelce does a little “mom shutdown” in the morning, having her babysitter come early. “Then I actually go and walk for quite some distance just to clear my head. Sometimes, I'll answer emails while I'm walking. It's a really good way to sort of take a step back. It gives you perspective and you can get some energy out, you can clear your head, get some fresh air and do it without children because I think that sometimes that plays into your health and well-being to take that time for yourself. I also think that it's a good example for our girls that I'm going out to exercise and making sure that activity is part of our day. Once it gets warmer, we'll go on long walks together where we'll go find a leaf of this color or a big stick and a medium stick, we do that sort of stuff. But right now the idea of packing all of the toddlers up and wrapping them in a million layers, it's just, it is not it,” she told Eating Well.

Everything in Moderation

When asked about her definition of healthy eating she responded that eating well is balanced. “I like to live by the idea of everything in moderation. I don't love the idea of cutting anything out wholeheartedly unless your dietary restrictions require that. I just think that if you want a doughnut, you should have a doughnut,” she said.

RELATED:10 Hacks That Helped This Mom Lose 40 Pounds While "Eating Potatoes Every Day"

She Eats Veggies Every Meal

Kylie does have on eating hack. “I make it a point to have vegetables in almost every meal, but that's because I enjoy them and mostly have found ways to enjoy them. If I want to have something that might be deemed as unhealthy, I have it within moderation so that I can still enjoy it,” she said.

She Prioritizes Hydration

Hydration is also important. Kylie told Eating Well that she is trying “her very best to drink more water.” According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

She Fuels Up with Protein in the Morning

Kylie starts the day off by fueling up with protein. “I’m a huge Good Culture cottage cheese person. It’s funny because there’s this whole trend of people obsessed with cottage cheese now. Sometimes, I’ll throw some mandarin oranges in there, but I don’t need to make it complicated. I’m not trying to make ice cream out of this, I just want to eat cottage cheese and try to get some protein in my breakfast,” she told Well + Good.

RELATED:7 Proven Calorie Deficit Tips That Helped This Woman Lose 20 Pounds

She Drinks Coffee

Kylie is a coffee drinker. “I love Dunkin'. Specifically, they brought back their butter pecan flavor, and it has this chokehold on me that I can’t get out of—it is unreal. I go iced, and I’m one of those people who will have iced coffee until there’s snow on the ground,” she revealed.

She Loves Her Peloton Tread+

You can also find Kylie on the treadmill. “I am also a big Peloton fan. We recently got the Peloton Tread+. I've always found that treadmills are very hard on my joints and hurt my knees. The Peloton Tread+ has such a nice give to it. It's also quiet, so I can do it while the kids are sleeping or doing something upstairs,” she told Elite Daily.

She Enjoys Fitness Classes

Kylie might be in one of your Peloton classes. “I also like the structure of classes. Being an athlete my whole life, I would show up to practice and coaches would tell me what to do. Once I left, my ADHD kicked in, so the Peloton classes are super helpful. I have the app on my phone if I want to do Pilates or yoga,” she told Elite Daily.

RELATED:Woman Lost 20 Pounds by Eating These Surprisingly Low-Calorie Foods

She Lifts Weights

While Kylie has “lifted a couple of times” with Jason, she usually hits the gym without him. “If we're both home, one of us will go work out in the gym, and the other person will be with kids. We have to tag the team. We often ship passing in the night when it comes to working out.

Also, I don't know that I would want to lift with him frequently. That's usually his choice of workout. He's such a stickler about technique. I don't know that I want to be critiqued by someone who professionally lifted for many, many years,” she said. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Katy Perry is looking more ab fab than ever – in a crop top! In a new social media post, the singer flaunts her flat abs in a two-piece holiday-themed sequined ensemble in photos taken at Jingle Ball. “This way to jingle bell ball,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. Perry is one of the many stars who slimmed down in 2024 and was accused by fans of using Ozempic. However, she has poked fun at the claims and denied using the jab to drop pounds. Here is everything Body Network knows about her weight loss.


She Dropped Nearly 20 Pounds by Cutting Out Sugar and Processed Foods

In April 2024, a source close to the singer told Life & Style that Perry did not use Ozempic to transform her body. Instead, she dropped nearly 20 pounds the “natural way,” they said. “She cut out sugar and processed foods and it really worked,” the insider dished.

Orlando Bloom Is Her “Live-In Health Coach”

The insider also maintains that Katy has a “live-in health coach” in fiancé Orlando Bloom. “He’s very disciplined, so that’s given her the motivation to really stick to eating clean,” they maintain.

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She Eats 5 Small Meals Per Day

The insider maintains that Katy sticks to eating five small meals per day, sticking to whole, natural food. “Mostly lean protein like chicken or fish and fresh veggies and fruits, nuts and seeds,” they told Life & Style.

Her Health Is Part of Her Job

Katy has previously said that staying in shape is part of her job. “I’ve had a lot of opportunities in my life, and I know how fortunate I am, but when I don’t have my health, nothing else matters,” she told Prevention. “If I can’t get on the stage and do it, I disappoint so many people. I’ve lost my magical power if I can’t get onstage.”

Apple Cider Vinegar

Perry and Bloom are such big fans of apple cider vinegar. They are co-owners of Bragg. In fact, when they first started dating, she found a water bottle that was “kind of cloudy because it had apple cider vinegar in it” in his car. She saw it as a sign they were meant to be. “Is this looove?” she joked about the moment. “My mother made me drink it every day, but now it’s a staple for me,” she told Prevention. “I’m here to help reeducate people on how to use it,” she said. She not only drinks it, adding two tablespoons into eight ounces of water, she rinses veggies in it, even bathes in it, adding one cup to her bath.

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HIIT Workout

Katy trains with Harley Pasternak, working out five days per week. Her workouts are mostly high intensity interval training. “Katy aims to exercise five days a week, doing short, high-intensity workouts—including lunges and hip thrusts," he told Closer magazine. “These tone, as well as boost her metabolism, and can be done anywhere.” There is lots of research backing up the benefits of HIIT workouts, including body fat reduction, improved cardiovascular function, and mental health. It is also time effective.

She Also Does Yoga and Meditates

“I have had a dance with depression, and hot yoga helps clear it all out,” Katy told Prevention. One of her favorites is CorePower Yoga, which she can do wherever she is. “You always know what you’re going to get,” she says. “If you have a healthy body, it helps you have a healthy mind.”

Meditation

She also practices Transcendental Medication. “It clears my head completely,” she told Prevention. “And it ignites something in my brain. I get some of my best creative ideas when I’m TM’ing.” She does it daily, and even brings her teacher on tour with her. “For me, TM has been anxiety-reducing, depression-reducing, great for jet lag, hangovers, mood swings. Anytime I’m in a funky mood, I’m like, ‘give me 20 minutes.’” “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

Fun “Masked” Exercise

Katy has a love-hate relationship with exercise, so she likes to trick herself into activity.“It's not my favorite thing to do with the world—unless I'm dancing or I'm snowboarding or I'm doing something that's kind of masked,” she told Women’s Health.

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Hydration

Katy prioritizes hydration, sometimes adding LMNT hydration salts to it. “That is the best way to start, is just to drink water,” she says. “I know it's such a cliché, but I think a lot of us go straight to the coffee without just drinking a glass of water.” The Mayo Clinic explains that hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues. And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss 12-3-30 Walking Method: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight Faster.

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Cameron Brink is heating up the beaches of Baja with her abfab figure. In a new social media post the smoking hot WNBA star shows off her sensational body in a two-piece swimsuit as she frolics on the shoreline in Mexico with her fiancé, Ben Felter. “My Saturn has returned,” the Los Angeles Sparks player captioned the series of Instagram snaps. How does the 22-year-old athlete maintain her fit physique? Body Network rounded up all of her diet and exercise secrets.


The “Right Kind of Pressure” Drives Her

Cameron uses pressure to motivate her. “There’s always pressure,” Brink told the San Francisco Chronicle . “I’m good at putting more on myself. Even last year, I was so afraid to lose and I think that was the wrong kind of motivation. This year, I’m putting it into wanting to win and finding the right kind of pressure.”

Putting Her Mental Health First

Cameron stresses the importance of prioritizing mental health. “Everyone has their way of coping,” Brink told San Francisco Chronicle. “I’m really good about being vulnerable. Whenever I’m in a bad mood or not having a good day, people around me will know. Mental health should be seen as hygiene, like brushing your teeth every day; you should be checking in with yourself, so I haven’t been afraid to share that I’ve struggled mentally.”

She Loves Golfing

Cameron is a golfer. “Get off the fairway,” she captioned a recent Instagram snap. Picking up a club offers benefits, according to research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. There are mind, body, and even lifespan perks. Benefits include improved longevity, decreased risk of developing heart disease or suffering a stroke, good mental health, and improved strength and balance.

RELATED:She Broke Up with These 5 Bad Habits at 46 and Lost 10 Pounds in 2 Months

And, She Does Yoga

Cameron is a yogi. “Fueling my body, nourishing my mind,” she captioned the video of herself recentering. “Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s self-love. So let’s honor our bodies and minds, embracing the journey to optimal well-being.” According to Harvard Health, yoga is a great workout for many reasons. “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.”

She Snacks on Applesauce

Cameron revealed to Women’s Health that she has a secret snacking weapon: applesauce pouches. “I swear it works,” she said. “If you feel ill and you need an energy kick, I just have an applesauce.”

Protein

As an athlete, Cameron prioritizes protein. For breakfast, she fuels up with an omelet, oatmeal, and a side of fruit. She also makes protein shakes with Optimum Nutrition’s vanilla whey. “Protein does a good job of keeping me full,” she says. “I don't feel like I'm hungry within the next hour, so that's good when you're playing.”

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She Keeps Her Body Fueled All Day Long

For lunch she pairs a protein with some form of complex carbohydrates and a vegetable. She is a big fan of Sweetgreen’s hot plates, like chicken with sweet potatoes. “I could be better about my greens, so I'll try to get greens in at lunch,” she says. After training she might snack on string cheese, hard-boiled eggs, packets of chia seeds, Barebells protein bars, or Mush’s ready-to-eat overnight oats for an extra carb boost. “I love stuff like overnight oats and protein bars, because it's just accessible.”

She Stresses the Importance of Hydration

Cameron tries to drink her body weight in ounces of water every day. “I'm a huge electrolyte girl,” she says. “Any way I can get in extra electrolytes with a yummy flavor, I'm super into.” She maintains that hydration is key for her performance on the court. “Until you kind of know—you're like, 'I finally feel hydrated'—that's when it clicks,” she says. “It really makes the biggest difference.”

She Eats What She Loves

Cameron admits she’s “not the healthiest eater” but focuses on eating what she loves while front-loading her diet with protein and greens. “I'm definitely about eating balanced and healthy, but also ,I eat a lot of my guilty pleasures for sure,” she says. “It's all about eating enough and feeling myself and feeling good.”

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And of Course, She Plays Basketball

As a professional basketball player, Cameron spends most of her time burning calories on the court. “Basketball promotes speed, agility, strength, power and endurance. It [has] also been shown to increase flexibility and motor coordination. As a result, basketball is uniquely oriented to improve fundamental motor skills that are shown to be beneficial in promoting general health,” Koco Eaton, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, founder of Eaton Orthopaedics and a former basketball player, tells Nike. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Chrisspy is a digital content creator with a whopping 1.53 million subscribers on the video-sharing site and 3.3 million Instagram followers. In a new viral post, she discusses her 90-pound weight loss, “which is so crazy to me,” she says, revealing that she is five feet six and a half with a starting weight of around 246. “My current weight is around 155 pounds, and it's taken me over three and a half years because I've done it super slow and easy,” she continues. “If you're just starting out on your fitness journey or anywhere on your fitness journey and your goals feel impossible, they are not because, believe me, I felt the same way, and I didn't know what to do, and it took me a long time, but I've figured it out. So I'm gonna share everything with you guys.”


Her Approach to Diet and Exercise Is “Flexible”

“I'm very flexible when it comes to diet and workout and just have a very laid-back approach. I allow myself to flow with life, flow with myself, and it's proven effective,” she says in her post, adding that in the “simplest terms,” is boils down to just diet and exercise. “I focused on eating in a slight calorie deficit and making sure that I'm getting enough protein.”

She Stopped Drinking Alcohol

She reveals that she got sober in 2022, and “eliminating alcohol made a huge impact because I was drinking a lot,” she says. “Similarly, when I got sober, I did a lot of healing work, and that resolved a lot of my issues around binge eating disorder,” she explains. “Those were like the main things that were causing me to gain weight, and doing a lot of mind-body connection healing work was what really helped me to be more in tune with my body and really helped with binge eating. Being more connected with the body also helps in your workouts and you're able to read hunger cues, and binging just doesn't do what it did for me before.”

RELATED:A Nutritionist Reveals 5 Simple Rules That Made Her Stubborn Belly Fat Vanish in 90 Days

She Stays in a Slight Calorie Deficit

As far as diet, while she’s “really flexible,” she does stay “in a slight calorie deficit, and I focus on eating high protein,” she says. She also uses MyFitnessPal to log all her food. “I had to allow myself a lot of wiggle room with my diet because if I go too strict, I'm gonna end up binging, and it's just not sustainable.” She says that she eats “healthy foods that I enjoy, and I indulge whenever I want. I notice that the less I restrict myself, the less I feel that I do need to indulge because I'm like, you can have those cookies whenever you want.”

She Exercises Three to Four Times a Week

In terms of exercise, she works out about three to five times a week and lifts weights. “I don't work out with a trainer right now,” she says. She also adds that she doesn’t do a lot of cardio but used to do “lots of steady-state cardio.”

She Does Upper and Lower Body Days

“I do split my workouts between upper body, and lower body days because it gives my muscles a chance to recover.” She does free weights for her upper body and then for her lower body, “my big lift that I do is deadlifts. Deadlifts are my absolute favorite, and I just started squatting.” She also does push-ups.

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She Has a Routine

“Over the course of these three years, there have been a lot of times when I wasn't working out. For example, when I moved to Mexico, I didn't work out for three months. That brings me to my next topic, which is how do you stay motivated? A lot of people ask this: How do you stay motivated to go to the gym? It's just such a part of my routine and my habits that, at this point, it doesn't feel difficult. I wouldn't say I'm disciplined or I'm motivated. I am habituated,” she explains.

She Sets Small, Attainable Goals

She notes that research shows that when you're setting new goals, “the key is to set small attainable goals,” and “that has been the way I've reframed this whole journey, to make it the easiest and most enjoyable process,” she says. “You're gonna be in this body for the rest of your life. You're gonna be eating, it turns out, for the rest of your life. So why not just relax and enjoy the process? Because I'm not in a rush to be anywhere. Where's there to go?

She Reduced the Scope and Stuck to the Schedule

“There's also a technique I've talked about in other videos called reduce the scope and stick to the schedule,” she says. “What that means is that you set, you know, a small easy to achieve goal, like working out three times a week and say you have this goal, but then you don't have time to work out, or you're kind of tired. What you do is you reduce the scope; instead of working out for 30 minutes or an hour, you reduce that to, can I work out for two minutes today? Can I work out for five minutes today?” she continues. “It's actually proven over time that people who use these techniques are actually more effective in achieving their goals because there's a compound effect. And I can say that that has been such a great tool for me and the way it is now, like the rhythm that I'm in with nutrition and working out, it doesn't feel like hard work.”

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She Stuck to It

While it might be tough in the beginning, “stick to it because I promise you, you'll surprise yourself when you see how strong you get, you see how healthy you are,” she says. “The whole time I've been this way, I had the same approach with food. Like, I didn't restrict myself then, and it's enabled me to make this sustainable, and that's the key, to make it sustainable.”

And, She Didn’t Judge or Shame Herself

“Don't judge yourself, don't shame yourself. That's actually counterproductive. Like Brene Brown said, ‘A brain filled with shame cannot learn.’ You know, that's something that I'm continually having awareness about, and that is when shame comes up,” she admits. “I used to think that being hard on myself was going to make me better, and I can see that it was the opposite.” And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Krissy Cela is making a case for weightlifting – showing off her tiny waist. In a new social media post the fitness influencer and co-founder of EvolveYou draws attention to her chiseled midsection and reveals the workout responsible for it. “I understand fitness trends come and go… I get you’ve been told by many people on viral videos to stop lifting heavy because it’s not feminine and maybe you’ve even been told the gym isn’t a fashion show,” she writes. “Hate to break it to you but if you want longevity in your health lifting weights is important, sure it gives you muscles but it’s beneficial for your overall health! And not to mention what it does for your mind.” Her followers went wild. “Yes, preach it girl! Break those stereotypes. Because who says lifting can't be both empowering and fashionable, right? 🔥” commented fellow fitness influencer Alexia Clark. “You look so damn good🔥🔥🔥” added Victoria Loza. What is the exact workout responsible for Krissy’s amazing body and what other health habits keep her fit? Here is everything you need to know.


This Is Her Workout

Here is her strength training workout:

✅ bent over rows

✅ single arm rows

✅ Latt pull down

✅ closed grip pull down

✅ flies (didn’t record forgot)

✅ curls for the girls

Early Riser

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Krissy is an early riserI tend to wake up at around half five or six. The reason I wake up so early, it sounds ridiculous, but it helps me do everything I need to do for myself before I can give myself to everybody else. I have this concept where it's all fair and well doing things for the people we love, but if we're not taking some time out for ourselves, to check in or be productive, we'll constantly feel bottom of the list. So I wake up, half five or six o'clock,” she told Closer.

Related: I Lost 40 Pounds By Eating These 8 Foods

Coffee, Preworkout, Supplements

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“The first thing I do is brush my teeth and get ready for the gym. Don't think twice, I just put my workout gear on,” Krissy says about her morning routine. “Then I'll drink my coffee or have my pre-workout.” She “loves” the pre-workout drink, “because I'm a caffeine addict,” she confesses. Probiotic pills help her digestion and hormones. “I have also started using collagen in my coffee now, it really helps me kickstart my day,” she adds.

Moving Her Body

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“Firstly, moving my body is a big big thing. I have to always move my body,” Krissy revealed. “I'm either working out in my little home gym or I am going to the gym and I'll train for one hour, tops.”

Protein Shakes

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“So for me, every single day I have protein shakes, it's just convenient. It's a great way for me to up my protein intake, but it's something I don't rely on. Food is key. Protein shakes are a step up from what you already have, so if you don't have a healthy diet or consistent training routine, then you can't expect it to do what it's supposed to do,” she adds to Closer.

Related: Tone Your Body in Less Than 20 Minutes With This Beginner Routine

Her Body Changes

Krissy recently shared side-by-sider of her “leaner” body in May 2023 and now, revealing she is “SO much happier now” even though she weighs more. “I’m learning more and more that when you might not be as consistent with your journey or when you’ve taken a break it does NOT mean you have ‘fallen off’ or that you need to ‘get back on track’ I used to think this way all the time and now I realise I’ve always been on track, it’s just my track is taking me on a new journey that’s all,” she continues in the post. “I still love moving, I love lifting, I love cooking meals and eating well. I may not have as viable abs or be as lean but I’m soooo much happier, have so much more longevity and honestly I just feel good. Not to mention what my body has been through to even stand strong today. So here is your reminder that during your journey your body will fluctuate, your routine will change and your body will look different so embrace it, keep moving, keep showing up and just take your time with it all! No rush it’s about doing this thing called fitness forever not a quick fix. Just enjoy life and I promise you visible abs does not always equal health and happiness.”

💪🔥Body Booster: Strength and weight training will not make you “big” if you do the right exercises and fuel your body with lean and healthy food.

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20 Things to Avoid While on Ozempic
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Ozempic can be highly effective for weight loss, but there are definitely some unpleasant side effects to contend with, as the makers of the drug, Novo Nordisk, warn about. Nausea, constipation, and stomach pain are common, but avoiding certain foods and behaviors can make a difference. Here are 20 things to avoid while on Ozempic, to make the most of the medication and encourage healthy weight loss.

Too Much Sugar

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Added sugars, and sugary sodas, can spike blood sugar. Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, recommends that people avoid sugary foods while on the drug. “If you are taking medication to lower your sugar levels, it is advisable to avoid excess sugar consumption,” Dr. Dina Peralta-Reich, MD, FAAP, FOMA, tells Parade. “Failure to watch what you eat and keep your sugar levels elevated may prevent you from seeing the intended results of the medication,” she shares.”

Ultra-Processed Foods

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Ultra-processed foods can make side effects of Ozempic worse. “This medication slows down gastric emptying and the dense food will move much slower through your intestines, which can make you feel sick [and experience] nausea, vomiting, reflux and abdominal pain,” says Dr. Peralta-Reich. “Someone may not see the results they're looking for either.”

High-Fat Foods

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Foods high in saturated and trans fats can make side effects of Ozempic worse. Some people complain of diarrhea and stomach pains. “I’ve seen an almost dumping syndrome-like response in people taking GLP-1s when they eat simple carbohydrates and high-fat foods,” Dr. Shauna Levy, a specialist in obesity medicine and medical director of the Tulane Bariatric and Weight Loss Center in New Orleans, tells TODAY.

Sitting All Day

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Staying active is important while on Ozempic. Regular exercise is not only important for health, it can prevent muscle loss. The goal should be fat loss, and getting strong.

Not Hydrating

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Don’t forget to drink your water and stay hydrated. Drinking water can help with side effects of Ozempic, especially nausea. Ozempic.com recommends drinking clear or ice-cold drinks to combat any nausea and discomfort.

Too Much Alcohol

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Avoid alcohol on Ozempic, experts advice. “One, it’s just empty calories. Two, it tends to make people make decisions that they otherwise might not make,” says Dr. Levy. “It could increase hunger, and the whole point of GLP-1s, or at least one of the points, is to decrease hunger. So it sort of negates their purpose.”

Be Mindful of Portions

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Ozempic keeps food in the stomach longer, so bigger portions can cause discomfort. “Understanding that overall portions are smaller on these medications, we want to optimize nutritional intake and consume the ‘best’ calories available,” obesity medicine physician Dr. Christopher McGowan tells TODAY. “The focus should be on lean protein, healthy fruits and vegetables, adequate fiber and adequate fluid intake.”

Be Mindful of Coffee

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“Overall, coffee is perfectly fine to consume, but for some individuals can lead to stomach irritation,” says Dr. McGowan. “Therefore, I recommend drinking coffee in moderation, such as one to two cups a day. Patients should also be mindful of calorie-dense additives, like cream and sugar.”

Don’t Skip Meals

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It’s easy to skip meals when on Ozempic, but make sure you’re getting enough nutrition. Some people have even become malnourished as a result of not eating. “It’s never healthy to not eat,” Dr. Hwang said. Dr. Janice Jin Hwang, the division chief of endocrinology and metabolism at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine tells the New York Times.

Don’t Consider It a Quick Fix

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Ozempic should be part of a long-term health plan. “It’s important to note that if you start taking either of these drugs for weight loss, your body may get used to it, establishing a new normal,” says UC Davis Health. This can cause your weight to plateau. Research has shown that if you stop taking Ozempic (or Wegovy), it's likely that you will gain back the weight you lost.”

Same Unhealthy Lifestyle

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Don’t continue an unhealthy diet and assume it’s ok because of Ozempic. “You can likely lose weight on semaglutide medications without changing your diet and activity behaviors, but these lifestyle changes will make the treatment more effective,” Richard Siegel, MD, tells the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. “Also, we don’t know if weight loss will have the same health benefits if one does not change their behaviors.”

Protect Your Health

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Some doctors warn that taking Ozempic can make people complacent about their health. “It is important to remember that obesity is heterogenous, chronic and complex,” Vijaya Surampudi, MD, physician nutrition specialist and assistant director of the UCLA Weight Management Program (RFO), tells UCLA Health. “There is no cure for obesity. It requires lifelong treatment that’s not one size fits all.”

Carbonated Beverages

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Ozempic slows down digestion, keeping food in your stomach for longer. This causes a feeling of fullness and some unpleasant side effects for some people like belching. Stick to still water as carbonated beverages can make stomach issues worse.

Long-Term Goals

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If you plan on only taking Ozempic or Wegovy for a short while, it’s likely your weight will come back on. “In one trial of Wegovy, people regained about two-thirds of the weight lost within a year of stopping the drug,” Dr. Siegel explains. “Lifestyle changes can help maintain weight loss, but it’s unusual to maintain all weight loss once you stop any weight loss medication.”

Refined Carbohydrates

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Refined carbohydrates tend to spike blood sugar, which is exactly what Ozempic is meant to treat. You don’t have to cut these foods out entirely, but be aware it makes it harder for Ozempic to do its job. “Foods like white bread, white rice, crackers, or even cereals may seem like better choices than foods with added sugar, but refined carbohydrates still metabolize as glucose in the body,” Christine Fallabel, MPH, tells Diabetes Strong.

Watch Out For High Fiber

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While many green vegetables are low GI, be careful about the fiber. “If you’re not used to eating a lot of vegetables, you may experience side effects such as bloating and gas, until your body has acclimated to eating a more fiber-filled diet,” Fallabel says.

Junk Food

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Junk food—which you should be avoiding either way for weight loss purposes—often contains high levels of sodium. “Ultra-processed foods are high in sodium, saturated fats and added sugars, which contribute to a range of health problems,” Elizabeth Ko, MD, and Eve Glazier, MD, tell UCLA Health. These include an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, lowered immune response, certain cancers, dementia and early death.”

Spicy Foods

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Ozempic can cause acid reflux due to slow digestion. Spicy foods can make acid reflux worse, experts warn. However, if acid reflux is not an issue, people can probably enjoy spicy foods if they wish.

Always See a Medical Professional

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Ozempic should only be prescribed by a medical professional. “Typically, I prescribe Ozempic for diabetes and have more often prescribed Wegovy for weight loss,” endocrinologist Alyssa Dominguez, MD, tells Keck Medicine. “I have used Ozempic, sometimes, off-label for weight loss, though getting insurance approval for that can be challenging.”

Fried Foods

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Fried, greasy foods can make Ozempic stomach issues worse. “Foods high in fat can make digestive side effects worse. Since food hangs around longer in the stomach, it has more time to cause problems,” Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD, tells Signos. “Some studies have shown that consuming too much fat can increase symptoms of fullness, nausea, and bloating in individuals with digestive issues and heartburn. Reducing fat intake resolved symptoms.”

💪🔥Body Booster: A whole foods Mediterranean diet is ideal while taking Ozempic.

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Do you want to get your glutes sculpted for summer? Sophie van Oostenbrugg is a fitness trainer and the founder of the Gains with Brains app. She regularly shares workouts with her 2.4 million Instagram followers on how to burn fat and build muscle. “I grew up hearing that women should be as small as possible. That’s why I loved being able to share my bulking journey on social. I’ve done 2 bulks so far.. and I was thinking about starting and sharing a 3rd one,” she wrote in a recent post. She also revealed her “medium leg day” workout, which will help you tone up fast.

She Does Multiple Leg Days a Week

“I have good news today..it’s a medium leg day!!!🫣🤭sooo I split my leg workouts & currently have lighter, medium and heavier days. this helps me with recovery, train through a variety of rep ranges and make it more enjoyable,” she explains in the post.

She Does 8 to 12 Reps of Each Exercise

In the video she explains that she has “multiple leg days per week.” She goes onto reveal all of the exercises she does with “rep ranges from 8 to 12.”

RDLS

“I started with RDLs, four sets of eight,” Sophie reveals. To do Romanian deadlifts, start with both legs pressed evenly on the floor. “Slightly bend knees while bending over,” says The Body Network’s Resident RDN, The Diet Diva, Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian. “Keep your arms pointing down toward the floor and lower with you almost touching the floor. Keep hips and shoulders square facing forward throughout the exercise. Return to standing.” She suggests repeating 10 to 12 times with the right leg and repeating on the left side. “Progression includes holding a weight in the arm pointing toward the floor,” she adds.

Sumo Squat with Kettlebell

“Then I moved on to a sumo squat with kettlebell. You know the deal, form over everything, so go slow and control the weight,” she says. Sumo squats are similar to regular squats, only you point your toes outward.

Glute Bridges

“Then I did glute bridges,” Sophie continues. You can do glute bridges with or without weights.

Cable Step Up

Next up? Cable step ups, using an exercise block. “These are great as they help with balance and therefore they're easier to overload,” she says.

Seated Leg Curl

She sits down at a machine. “Then I did a seated leg curl,” she says.

Core Exercise

“I finished with some core exercises,” Sophie concludes. “I want to get my core as strong as humanly possible so I can keep recording more intense ab workouts.”

💪🔥Body Booster: Try splitting up your workouts into light, medium, and intense days to allow your body ample time needed to recover.

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Do you want to accelerate your weight loss? Go on a hot girl walk. Joy Maria (@therealjoyymaria/video) is a weight loss influencer and mother who lost 70 pounds in less than 11 months. One of her secret weight loss weapons? “Hot girl walks,” she reveals in a video. “Walking is a thousand percent, the most underrated way to lose weight,” she adds, “and one of my favorite things to do is walk.” Here is everything you need to know about how she lost weight, including some great walking tips.

She Recommends Walking After a Workout to “Cool Down

“I love walking after training because it's low impact, and my trainer's pretty intense. So it's just kind of like my cool down. I can listen to podcasts, I can answer emails, I can talk on the phone, scroll on TikTok, whatever. So get to walking, sis,” she says.

Calorie Deficit

In another video she details “exactly” how she went from 230 pounds to 160 pounds in 10 to 11 months. “If somebody is telling you that you can lose weight without being in a calorie deficit run because they're lying,” she continues, calling it “the most important step” to losing weight. “I know you guys have heard the saying, you cannot outrun a bad diet, and it's so true. Google, TDEE calculator. From there, put in your information. I'm gonna tell you exactly how many calories you need to eat. I ate about 1600 to 1800 calories daily, just depending on my activity level for the day. If I did two workouts that day, I would eat closer to 1800. If I had a more sedentary day, I would eat closer to 1500 to 1600.”

Meal Plan

Next she recommends a meal plan. “I have a seven day meal plan available at the top of my profile. It just makes it really easy when you're going to a grocery shop, when you're first starting out, when things are structured, it's gonna make it a lot easier to follow and just to stay consistent, not skipping breakfast, especially if we're exercising.”

Here Is What She Eats in a Day

Her favorite breakfast is “avocado toast on sourdough bread, one hard boiled egg,” which she seasons, adding truffle hot sauce, two pieces of bacon, and one piece of sausage. “High protein, good, healthy fat, and a healthy balance of carbs,” she says. “This can also be a breakfast or a lunch because it is super filling.” Another favorite is yogurt bowls made with Dannon Light and Fit Greek yogurt with granola blackberries and blueberries. She also likes tunacado sandwiches with sourdough bread, cheese, tomato, avocado, and pesto basil spread. For dinner she might have a small bowl of Turkey chili.

Hydration

She also drinks “a ton” of water, “like a gallon of water a day,” she says. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men should drink about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day and women about 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids. Why is hydration so important? Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues, according to Mayo Clinic.

Working Out

Working out is the “second most important part,” she says. “I was taking group classes when it first started. They were high intensity bootcamp. From there, I got a trainer at the same gym. I also work out on my own. If the gym intimidates you, I strongly recommend you guys try some group fitness classes. They're a really great way to hold yourself accountable because you're in a group setting and the people around you can motivate you,” she adds. “I incorporated Pilates about nine to 10 months into my fitness journey, and I wish I would've done it sooner.”

💪🔥Body Booster: If you are working out but not seeing the weight loss results you desire, add walking to your routine every day.