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16 Celebrities Who Swear By Intermittent Fasting (Their Tips and Experiences)

16 Celebrities Who Swear By Intermittent Fasting (Their Tips and Experiences)

If you follow the latest trends making the rounds of late, you must have heard of intermittent fasting. Many celebrities have adopted this powerful and effective fasting schedule to transform their physiques, inspiring millions. Check out this blog to see what our beloved celebrities say about intermittent fasting and how it has radically changed their lives.
What does Intermittent Fasting Have to Offer?
Before we jump into celebrities’ experiences with intermittent fasting, we need to know how IF works and what it promises to adherents of the practice. Intermittent fasting is a diet trend where you fast for a certain number of hours in what is known as the “fasting window” and eat your meals in the remaining hours, known as the “feeding window.” 
The body uses glycogen as an energy source to carry out its various functions. When you fast, the glycogen stores get used up, and the body goes through a “metabolic switch,” turning to the deposited fat stores as an alternative energy source. This helps you lose weight in a much better way as compared to other traditional dieting methods and plans. 
Intermittent fasting offers several benefits. One of them is maximizing muscle growth and boosting metabolism. This is one of the main reasons so many celebrities follow the intermittent fasting diet. They work out while intermittent fasting and get amazing results, inspiring us common folk to get moving! 
Besides this, intermittent fasting can decrease insulin resistance, reduce chronic inflammation, and improve heart health.  [1, 2, 3]
Intermittent fasting could prevent cancer and cognitive diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. It also has anti-aging effects. With this rich bounty of positive health effects, no wonder celebs are swearing by it! [4]
16 Celebrities Following Intermittent Fasting and Their Experiences
Here’s a list of celebrities who follow intermittent fasting and how it has positively changed their lives. These celebs are credible, have immense fan followings, and have inspired people, young and old alike, to follow their fitness goals. Check them out!

Terry Crews
Terry Crews got noticed in 2005 for his role in the popular sitcom “Everybody Hates Chris” as Julius Rock. He was also popular as Terry Jeffords in the sitcom “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” which was long-running from 2013 to 2021. Now, at age 54, he hosts America’s Got Talent, and boy, does he look ripped. 
Terry works out daily and is an ardent follower of intermittent fasting. According to him, IF has helped him maintain and preserve his impressive physique. Terry says that he eats his first meal at 2 PM. To keep him going, he has tea, coffee, and one spoonful of coconut oil in his fasting window. However, once his eight-hour feeding window begins, he eats as much as he wants. 
Terry has lots of protein, and he loves egg dishes. He indulges in scrambled eggs, egg frittatas, bacon, charcuterie meats, salami, and protein shakes. He focuses on a well-rounded diet, including lots of healthy fats and carbs, as well as ample amounts of veggies. He told Insider that IF has “kept me in great, great shape.” 
He goes on to say:
“I can feel the difference. I can put pictures of myself now versus myself at 22 years old, and I look and feel much better right now.”

Mark Wahlberg 
Wahlberg was never a big fan of intermittent fasting, that is, until he was introduced to it by his friend, media mogul Ari Emanuel, and he got hooked after the first few days of trying it. Mark currently goes for an 18-hour fast, and that too for five days a week. He told the WSJ that “the perfect window for me to break my fast is between noon and 6 PM. On a harder workout day, it might be a smaller window of 12 to 14 hours. But five days a week, I’m doing that 18-hour fast.”
Among other things, Mark is well known for his grinding and grueling early morning workouts, which may put many men to shame. However, after discovering intermittent fasting, he says that a slimmed-down gym routine suits him better and helps him manage the rest of his day much better. 
He says:
“I don’t have to do as much cardio, I don’t have to spend as much time in the gym, and I feel like I’m getting better results. I’m trying to share that information with everybody because I’m really, really seeing the benefits and pretty quickly.” 

Kumail Nanjiani
Famous for his role in Marvel’s Eternals, Kumail shocked and wowed his fans with an incredible body transformation. While Kumail and his trainer Grant Roberts focus on increasing muscle size, fat shedding, and overall body symmetry, Kumail has given intermittent fasting due credit for improving his life. 
Kumail says that he is a follower of the 18/6 fasting routine, and he also was quoted as saying that training for the Marvel movie caused him to review his relationship with food. He says his role in Welcome to Chippendales “freed me from some ways I’ve been thinking about food.” 

Hugh Jackman
In an interview with Train Mag Jackman was reported saying that while training for X-Men: Days of Future Past, his body responded very well to intermittent fasting.
“With my diet, I go for a 16/8 intermittent fasting regimen, which works for me.” 
The primary reason why Jackman took to intermittent fasting was that it prevented fat buildup while allowing him to bulk up. He says, 
“And that regimen does the business. It sounds tricky, but I love it, and I find it a lot easier than eating every two to three hours, which I found a lot more brutal.” 

Jimmy Kimmel
Jimmy is a top-rated late-night talk show host with legions of fans. He followed the 5/2 intermittent fasting diet and was better off with it. He says:
“On Monday and Thursday, I eat fewer than 500 calories daily, then I eat like a pig for the other five days. You surprise the body; keep it guessing.” 
When Jimmy fasted, he was reported to be in a foul mood, and he kept drinking coffee and eating lots of pickles, indulging in apples, peanut butter, and egg whites. He says, “The rest of the week, I’m a glutton-pizza, pasta, and steak. It sounds hard, but you get used to it and learn you can get through it. It’s helped me stay at 182 pounds.” 

Chris Hemsworth
Recently, Chris fasted for four straight days as a part of the show Limitless along with longevity doctor Peter Attia to see how much the human body can take. Chris is a regular follower of intermittent fasting. 
He says, “I’ve been doing a lot of intermittent fasting now – eating between 12 PM and 8 PM. I’ve found it has dramatically increased my energy levels. I’ve found that your body kicks into a different state once you get over the initial shock of not eating as regularly in the first week or two. I’ve found myself eating fewer calories but not feeling starved.”
Chris also did intermittent fasting to lose weight for his role as a sailor in the 2015 film, In the Heart of the Sea. His trainer Luke Zocchi said:
“We implemented intermittent fasting, along with lower calories, and it was crazy how much that worked.” 

Jack Dorsey
Dorsey said that he eats only one meal a day (OMAD), dinner. On the Ben Greenfield Podcast, he said, “During the day, I feel so much more focused. You have this very focused point of mind in terms of this drive. The time between breakfast and lunch allowed me to focus more on my day.” 

Been playing with fasting for some time. I do a 22 hour fast daily (dinner only), and recently did a 3 day water fast. Biggest thing I notice is how much time slows down. The day feels so much longer when not broken up by breakfast/lunch/dinner. Any one else have this experience?
— jack (@jack) January 26, 2019

Elon Musk

On advice of a good friend, I’ve been fasting periodically & feel healthier
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 28, 2022

Gisele Bundchen
Gisele recently published a book, Lessons, in which she said she followed the 5/2 intermittent fasting plan. The Brazilian model, who looks ravishing, said that she fasts until lunchtime for two days a week so that her body can recover and rest. 

Elsa Pataky
Spanish actress Elsa Pataky incorporated intermittent fasting into her diet and exercise routine after being introduced to it by her husband, Chris Hemsworth. Initially hesitant about the practice, she delved into research and decided to give it a try, recalling in an interview, “[Chris], he got me into fasting.”
Though concerned about potential weight loss, Elsa discovered that intermittent fasting would only result in weight loss if her body truly needed it. This revelation eased her apprehensions and allowed her to fully embrace the practice, saying, “I learned that while doing it.”
The actress ultimately became an advocate for intermittent fasting, especially after learning about its anti-aging benefits. Following in her husband’s footsteps, Elsa enthusiastically adopted the fasting regimen, exclaiming, “I read that it was amazing for anti-aging, so I was like ‘I’m in! I’m in!’ [laughs].”

Jennifer Aniston
Back in October 2019, Jennifer disclosed her attraction to intermittent fasting. She said she noticed a big difference in how she felt and looked. 
In a Radio Times interview, she said:
“I do intermittent fasting, so there’s no food in the morning. Today I woke up and had celery juice. Then I started to brew some coffee, but I don’t drink coffee that early.”
Jennifer probably means she takes coffee later in the day to ward off hunger pangs. 

Kourtney Kardashian
In 2018, esteemed reality TV star and wellness enthusiast Kourtney Kardashian, the eldest of the famed Kardashian siblings, publicly professed her admiration for intermittent fasting in an official statement on her app. As avid followers of the hit reality show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” can attest, Kourtney has always been the sister most passionate about health and nutritious eating habits.
Kourtney detailed her daily fasting routine, saying:

“I wouldn’t eat past 7 PM, and then I would wait to eat breakfast the next day until after my morning workout, around 10.30 AM to 11 AM.”

This regimen results in a 14 to 16-hour fasting window after dinner. Moreover, Kourtney dedicates one day each week to a rigorous 24-hour fast, during which she permits herself to only consume water, green tea, and bone broth, all of which are deemed acceptable during a fast.
A particularly appealing feature of intermittent fasting is its versatility, as it seamlessly accommodates a wide array of dietary preferences, such as vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, Paleo, and ketogenic diets, to name a few. Kourtney Kardashian, in particular, is known to adhere to a keto-centric dietary plan, characterized by high fat and low carbohydrate intake, in conjunction with her intermittent fasting schedule.

Halle Berry
In November 2018, Berry said she loved intermittent fasting in a post on Instagram. She revealed that she would fast most mornings and only eat the first meal of her day at around 2 PM. She said:
“Not that I don’t get nutrients, vitamins, and minerals [during that time]… I just don’t sit down and have a meal.”
She indicated that during fasting hours, she probably takes vitamin pills because they do not have added calories or sugar in them. It is also possible that Berry keeps herself satiated with bone broth, unsweetened coffee and tea, and lemon water to keep going during fasting hours. 

Scarlett Johanssen
In her role as Black Widow in The Avengers, Scarlett followed an intermittent fasting and workout regime, and the results are out there for everybody to see. Her trainer said that she fasted for 12 hours every day, and Scarlett adds:
“That was a general guideline – at moments, we pushed beyond that to 14-15 hours depending on the filming schedule.” 

Reese Witherspoon
In an interview, Reese said she only has coffee and juice in the morning, and while she has not used the words “intermittent fasting,” we can guess that she follows a fasting schedule. 
Vanessa Hudgens
Vanessa has said she is a big fan of intermittent fasting, following the 16/8 IF schedule, where she fasts for 16 hours a day and eats her meals in the remaining eight-hour window. In an interview, she said that with IF, she experienced more clarity and felt more energized and stronger during her workouts. She also said:
“It’s rough; it’s no joke. I’m not gonna lie and say it’s easy.” 

Conclusion
Intermittent fasting has become the go-to diet in the celebrity world, with everyone from Hugh Jackman to Gisele Bundchen embracing it. Intermittent fasting can improve an individual’s life by boosting mental clarity and improving overall health. The celebrity success stories in this article prove that intermittent fasting is not a fad but an exact science proven to bring about weight loss and other incredible benefits.
While these celeb accounts are very inspiring, please note that it is best to get a doctor’s opinion before you start intermittent fasting, as this demanding diet is not for everyone. Again, while science has backed up intermittent fasting, remember that it is not a quick-fix solution to your health problems but a definite lifestyle choice. 
As you can see from the accounts of so many celebrities, intermittent fasting has helped them lose weight, stay in shape, feel more energized and active during their workouts, and generally helped them get in shape for their roles in the public eye. Perhaps this will inspire you to try intermittent fasting and benefit from it in the long run. Go ahead and give it a go! The results will speak for themselves. 
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Gym Crush – Krissy Cela

Gym Crush – Krissy Cela

Krissy Cela – The Fitness Star
Krissy Cela is arguably one of the prettiest fitness celebrities. Look at her Instagram profile and you’ll be adoring her cuteness, be awe-struck by her charm and blown-away by her perfectly chiseled and carved physique.
We believe every athlete has a unique story that can motivate people to go after their dreams. It’s with the same reason that we bring you these articles showing the struggles, hardships and unwavering grit of these individuals.

The 24-year old Brit wasn’t always into fitness. Krissy was completing her legal training while working 30-hours a week as a waitress to stay afloat when she turned to fitness and working out.

‘It was a challenging time for me. Fitness found me when I needed something the most,’ she said, thinking back about when she starting training. It has been a steep upward curve in terms of fame and success since then for Cela.

Talking about why she started she said: “I was going through a really hard time in my life. I felt like I was so alone and afraid that I wouldn’t be able to shift my focus onto anything positive.”

The Dream Girl Next Door

Krissy thinks fitness helped her believe that she could do this for herself and that there is light at the end of the tunnel regardless of how unhappy she was at the time when she initially started training.

As she got better with time, Krissy started posting videos of her workouts on Instagram. Her initial reason for posting videos on social media was to keep herself accountable. It turned into something bigger when she started seeing traction.

Cela’s stunning physique got her a huge Instagram following – 1.8 million loyal fans. Though Krissy is humble about her mega success on the internet, we believe her drop-dead gorgeous looks, incredible physique, and humble personality are the biggest contributing factors.

A True People’s Star

With the response she got, Krissy realized that many women around the world felt the same way she did. Cela connected with her audience on a personal level and produced content that resonated with her fans.

Krissy isn’t just about crafting a peach-shaped butt. She focuses on developing her mind along with her body. She has several videos on mental health on her Instagram page and her captions are often enriched with mental jewels.

Krissy Cela is a successful entrepreneur and has launched an app called Tone and Sculpt. The app helps an individual tone their body and sculpt their mind. The app has over 500,000 downloads and has made Krissy over £1M since it’s launch.

On being asked about her goals, Krissy says, “My goal is to encourage even more women to feel confident, strong and part of a supportive online community.” We wish Krissy Cela the best for her future endeavors and hope that she achieves her noble goal.

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Gym Crush – Hannah Eden

Gym Crush – Hannah Eden

Gym Crush – Hannah Eden
Hannah Eden is a stand-out fitness athlete and is slowly but surely making a mark in the fitness industry. She’s a hybrid athlete and probably is one of the most ripped female athletes in the fitness industry.
Hannah with her gorgeous red hair, and shredded body is setting Instagram on fire. If you don’t already know about Eden, get ready to be blown away by her unique personality and crazy work ethic.
Hannah Eden Fitness

Growing up, Hannah had no interest in fitness or any kind of sporting activities. All of it changed and she started training at the age of 14 when she moved from her homeland England to the USA.

Eden follows a unique way of working out where she combines the elements of CrossFit with regular strength training and bodyweight exercises. Over the years, Hannah has become an elite CrossFit athlete, entrepreneur, and has created a successful career for herself.
Answering Her Calling

When asked about why she does what she does, Hannah says, “I post to inspire others. I want to spread awareness about the importance of fitness, and how incredible things will unfold when you step outside of your comfort zone, believe in yourself and do something with your beautiful life!”

Hannah faced many personal challenges while getting used to the new environment. She made fitness and training her to escape from all the stress. It was at this time Hannah fell in love with iron therapy.

Unique Style

Over the years, Hannah has appeared on the cover of many magazines and publications. She is one of the people who makes fitness and working out in the gym look glamorous. Spreading awareness about the fit lifestyle is easier when you have ambassadors like Hannah Eden.

Eden routinely shares her workouts on her Instagram page for her fans to follow. Her ripped physique is the result of years of intense training. Looking at her workouts will give you a peek into her hardcore work ethic.

Stepping Into The Industry

After deciding she wanted to pursue fitness full-time, she started hosting a fitness program in South Beach, Florida to make a name for herself in the industry. As the fitness program became successful, she started working as a CrossFit coach and athlete.

Hannah is known for staying in photoshoot-ready shape throughout the year. She relies on HIIT workouts in which she uses heavy weights and takes short resting periods between sets.
Making It Count

As cheesy it might sound, Eden is the perfect example of someone who loves what they do and does what they love. Always remember great things comes to the people who are willing to take risks.

Hannah continues to make the most of every situation which comes her way. If you are at a similar stage like when Hannah moved to the US, make sure you step out of your comfort zone. Trying to find a safe corner will only make you feel small and powerless.

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Iron Maiden – Anna Victoria

Iron Maiden – Anna Victoria

Anna Victoria – The Shredder, Toner, and Sculptor
Anna Victoria is everything you could ever ask for in a female fitness athlete plus much more. Her 1.2 million followers on Instagram are proof of her popularity and establishes her as an online fitness celebrity.
Victoria grew up in a small town in Southern California. She didn’t start as a fitness enthusiast and remembers cringing at people who spent hours working out and prepping meals.
Through her teen years, Anna was eating microwavable, packaged, processed, and fast food. Her bad eating habits led to a series of health problems, and she ended up in an emergency room at one point.

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INSTA VS REALITY ? can I be honest with you guys? My favorite part of what I do is all the work that goes on *behind the scenes*. I love taking pictures and filming workout videos for you all (especially workout videos!! ?) but I loooove strategizing, planning, creating a product, a service, and helping customers. . You guys would think I’m crazy if you knew how much I LOVE customer service ? I worked in customer service (in corporate jobs) from 16-23 years old, and I LOVED it. I got genuine joy out of helping people, even if it was through re-stocking the shelves at the my first job at 16 years old so people could easily find the products they need (you guys I have issues ??) . But this is why I LOVE what I do now – helping you girls!! Every day I get to go to work and brainstorm, create and implement ideas that will better help you on your journey and help you connect with the community. I haven’t talked much about the business side of everything I do, and if you would like me to talk about it more, I will! While I love sharing fitness tips and workout videos, I’m just as passionate about encouraging women to go into business, entrepreneurship, and continue breaking glass ceilings. . You girls know I rarely do collabs, and that’s because I want when I do a collab, I want you to know I really believe in it. Soooo I’m excited to share about my collab with @WeWork! ? Moving my office into a WeWork has been a huge game changer for my team, our productivity (ahem except for the Root Beer floats and Mimosas ??) and to be able to connect with other #girlbosses. . If you’re interested in checking a WeWork office out, head to the link below for more info ? So what about you girls? Where do you work? Remote / At home / In an office? Comment below and let me know ? #thefutureisfemale #fbggirls www.we.co/anna
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Her unhealthy lifestyle came to an end when she met Luca (now her husband). Luca encouraged Anna to start her transformation, and she heeded to his advice after realizing how eating healthy food was changing her body for the better.
Beginning Of The Fit Lifestyle

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You’re stronger than you think. Coming from someone who used to strongly dislike not only fitness, but the fitness industry entirely. Growing up, it seemed like it was all pure vanity, and that people acted like they were better than you if they worked out and ate healthy and you didn’t. I felt like it wasn’t a very welcoming place and I got a very “you can’t sit with us vibe”. . Fast forward a few years when I started having health problems and I needed to start taking care of my body, otherwise my health problems would become chronic and irreversible. And within a few months of my fitness journey I realized all those years I was wrong – fitness is about so much more than vanity. It’s about feeling empowered and strong not only physically, but mentally, emotionally, and about taking care of your health preventatively. . This journey often times starts purely physical for most, and there’s nothing wrong with that. I will help you get your dream bod if you let me! ?? But you have to be willing to step outside your comfort zone and get comfortable with being uncomfortable. There’s a certain level of awareness required to be successful on this journey so you can call yourself out on your own BS and realize when you can do better, and then do it, no questions asked. I will help you with all those things but I also want to help you focus on the mental and emotional side too because that’s largely what will pull you through when times get tough. And that’s what FBG is about ? . Usually the only promo I run all year is Black Friday, but I decided to do a semi-annual Black Friday type sale ? Use promocode BACKONTRACK to get up to a total of 50% off the @fitbodyapp for life and join the #fbgcommunity! . Promo available through the link in my bio only and you can enter the code at checkout ? Remember, you’re stronger than you think and you CAN do this!! And myself and all the other #fbggirls will be there to cheer you on every step of the way! www.annavictoria.com/fitbodyapp
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It was in 2012 that Anna decided to start her fitness journey after moving to China for studies. She made the most of her free time in college by researching about health and fitness.

Anna started a fitness Instagram account to keep herself accountable where she started sharing inspirational quotes and her transformation pictures. “I pretty much threw myself into my fitness journey,” she said.

Soon after starting her fitness journey, Victoria realized that her biggest struggles were always psychological. Off the many things, she had a hard time coming to terms with the fact that she needed to hone in on her calories and macros.
With Knowledge Comes Power

Anna finally decided to look into the diet (calorie and macros-counting) part of fitness after she briefly hit a plateau and wasn’t seeing the desired results. On scrutinizing her diet, Victoria realized that her fat intake was too high, and her carb consumption too low. Fixing these two problems had a big positive impact on her muscular development.

Anna had to find a balance between cross-training and lifting weights to help reach an optimal fitness level. She regularly shares her workouts on her Instagram so that her followers can get the same results as her.

After going through the ups and downs in her transformation, Anna wants people to realize that no fitness journey is linear. She urges her followers to focus on their progress and work equally on their minds and body.
The Dream Girl Next Door

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Let’s talk ABS ‼️ and what you need to do to get abs and SEE those abs. . Commonly asked question: Do you need to do ab exercises in order to get abs? The answer is no. You don’t NEED to do traditional ab focused workouts in order to get abs. If you know how to engage and use your core/abs properly during your strength workouts, you can build abs just by using and engaging your core during strength based moves alone . Aside from that, no matter how many traditional OR non-traditional ab workouts you do, whether you can see them or not depends on a few things. First is: genetics!! Do you have a naturally lean tummy? If so, A. Lucky you ? and B. you probably don’t need to do as much cardio in order to reveal those abs and you just need to focus on building core strength. (And eat properly to assist in building that muscle) . If you DON’T have a naturally lean tummy (like me) then that saying “abs are built in the gym and revealed in the kitchen” applies to you. Bummer, I know!! And in our case, often times belly fat is the last to go and the first to come back. It is what it is! ?‍♀️ The more you fight against it, the more you push back reaching your goals. So focusing on strength workouts, properly engaging your core, doing cardio (not more than strength training though) AND keeping your meals/macros in check is what needs to be at the top of your (fitness) priority list. . While as you girls know, I do not believe abs are everything, not one bit. But there also isn’t anything wrong with having physical goals *as long as you aren’t putting your mental and emotional health on the back burner* in order to achieve those goals. . This is just the surface of this week’s #fbgbodylove newsletter topic! I will be doing an insta live tomorrow at 8:30am PST to go over strengthening your core and more. Comment any questions you have on this topic below so I can answer them, and I’ll chat with you girls tomorrow morning!! ☺️? #fitbodyapp www.annavictoria.com/fitbodyapp
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Anna has one of the most picturesque Instagram profiles. Her photos range from gym photos, workout videos, beautiful landscapes to her in her bridal gown. We need to mention that she rocks each photo like a boss.

Victoria has a fitness app and is widely known for her killer fit body guide workouts and pretty smoothie bowls. We wish Anna the best for her future endeavors and are sure she’s up for some great things.
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Gym Crush – Lais DeLeon

Gym Crush – Lais DeLeon

Lais DeLeon – The Brazillian Bombshell
Lais DeLeon is a Brazilian beauty who is taking the fitness world by storm. DeLeon started training and sculpting her physique in 2006 at the age of 19, and we can only thank her for putting in all the effort.
Gifted with good looks, Lais started modeling after being approached by an agency. DeLeon’s new career motivated her to keep her body in shape. She increased the intensity of her workouts to achieve her dream physique.

Turning Into a Fitness Star

Not long after starting modeling, Lais turned her focus towards a career in fitness. Her experience as a model and an impressive modeling portfolio helped her have a smooth transition into the fitness world.

Seven years after starting a modeling career, DeLeon started sharing her pictures on Instagram. It was not long after that she was discovered by the fitness community, and thousands of followers showered their love on her.

Lais credits her family and friends for pushing her to go after her aspirations. DeLeon depends on self-motivation to step up her game in the gym. Lais has a ritual of setting new goals for herself every year which she wants to achieve.
Pushing You To Achieve Your Best Self

Lais DeLeon wants her followers to achieve the physique of their dreams and has launched a mobile app to help them with their goals. She also shares her workouts on her Instagram feed for her fans to follow.

DeLeon’s Instagram feed is one of the most aesthetically appealing timelines you’ll come across. Her understanding of fashion, design, and photography is well-evident by her online portfolio – Instagram.

Lais is the kind of wild cat no one would ever mind encountering. If you’re into fitness and lifestyle, you’ll be hooked to DeLeon’s Instagram. Make sure you’re keeping a check on time when you decide on scrolling through her profile.
All About Body, Business, and Best Life

Lais DeLeon’s posts range from workouts to health and business advice, and she’ll surprise you with the knowledge she has about the things she talks about. Although she started with fitness, she doesn’t limit herself to it and has expanded herself into other fields.

Picture-perfect would be an understatement for her photos. Lais has the charm and personality which can overwhelm you. DeLeon can rock the gym and casual attire with complete ease.
Always Adding Value

If you’re a foodie, you can pick up some recipes Lais shares on her feed. You can’t stick to the fit lifestyle by eating the same food for years. Give your taste buds something to rejoice about with the dishes DeLeon teaches on her Instagram.

The best thing about Deleon is she isn’t your typical gym rat. She shares pictures with her friends and when she’s having fun outdoors. We wish Lais DeLeon the best for her future endeavors.
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Iron Maiden – Jen Selter

Iron Maiden – Jen Selter

The Belfie Queen, Jen Selter
If you haven’t heard about Jen Selter, you are living under a rock. The 26-year old American beauty is one of the most recognizable faces in the fitness industry today. Jen’s 12.8 million followers validate her celebrity status.
Selter’s claim to fame can be credited to the rise of the “belfies” and her incredible physique. Jen started her fitness journey at the age of 16 and has now turned her physique into one of the finest hourglasses we have ever seen.

It all began when Jen got a job as the receptionist at a gym. She got motivated to transform her physique when she saw people come in to train every day, rain or shine. Watching the transformation of other people from the front desk inspired her to jump into the iron paradise.

Soon after transforming her physique, Jen started posting her pictures on her social media profiles, and they skyrocketed to popularity. There was no looking back for Selter after this point. Her popularity has only grown with time.

Jen has turned into a fitness icon and has appeared on the covers on many magazines and publications. She also appears on TV shows to promote health and fitness. Selter is turning out to be a fine ambassador for the sport.
A Fitspiration

On looking back on her journey, Jen says she can’t believe where she is today. Selter credits fitness and working out to have changed her as a person and says training makes her feel more confident.

Jen Selter is one of the very few athletes whose glutes are as famous as her face. Selter’s rise to fame story is one of the most interesting ones you’ll ever hear. One fine day, Selter posted a picture of her wearing a bikini, looking all fit and curvy.

In a matter of days, the photos went viral and Jen became Insta famous. We’ll let Selter narrate the rest of the story. “When I first posted pictures of myself, I hoped to get a ‘like’ here and there, but then people started reposting my pictures and surprisingly my number of followers grew quickly.”
The Hardest Worker In The Room

Jen has never had a personal trainer, she learned by looking at pros and experienced lifters, and tried replicating their routines. Selter’s work ethic can be an inspiration for people who think they lack resources.

Jen is known for her awesome glutes, legs, and ab development. Her training routine came after a lot of trial and error. After learning what worked for her and what didn’t, she designed her own routine which gave her the best results for fat loss and building muscle.

Some of Jen’s stay-fit tips include preparing healthy snacks and foods before going away so she has healthy food ready when she gets back home. Selter never skips a Monday after a weekend of drinking and binge-eating and likes re-evaluating her goals periodically.

The fit lifestyle has given Jen the platform to share her passion and talent with other people. We hope she keeps doing the good work and we wish her the best for her future endeavors.
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