She continues to be a star on both the small and big screens, as well as on the red-carpet and on top of the best-dressed list. We all know her as the Type Four, marches-to-the-beat-of-her-own-drum Rue in Euphoria, For which she was awarded an Emmy Award, may I add. Of course, I’m referring to none other than Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman (AKA Zendaya).
Courtesy Vogue, I took a deep-dive into Zendaya’s life: a Disney star turned full-fledged celeb, singer, self-proclaimed workaholic and (Virgo) perfectionist, Auntie Daya to her nieces, painter, homebody, and true-crime podcast junkie (a girl after The Everygirl’s own heart). Her many talents and interests make her a leader in the industry. Euphoria,I was intrigued to see how she manages to keep her health after starring in film roles. An interview with CosmopolitanI learned the details from several sources including Zendaya and other sources. You’ll find five healthy habits Zendaya recommends and my own experience with them.
1. Find a workout that’s fun for you
Let’s be real: We know all too well that if a workout doesn’t bring the fun factor, we’re not sticking with it, and Zendaya agrees (we knew we loved her!). Zendaya in a YouTube interview Justine MagazineZendaya revealed that she is a gym-averse. Instead, she works out by doing choreography and dancing. When she does hit the gym, you better believe she’s making it entertaining. Zendaya performing plank variations on a medicineball and doing killer Pilates moves.
My experience: You could say that I was a gym rat until a few months back. Lifting heavy weights was my happy place. But I found that I had to continue digging really deep to keep it up, and the motivation waned—it just wasn’t fun anymore. Taking a cue from Zendaya, I switched it up with some at-home workouts that deliver the perfect combo of sweat and joy (rebounding and obé Fitness classes FTW) and found my second wind.
2. Find out what motivates your to exercise
It is true that celebrities sometimes need a push to get their workouts in order. Zendaya shared her unusual method of keeping herself accountable. The Late Show with Stephen ColbertShe wore a variety of wigs that she had collected from red carpet appearances, and showed up at her gym as a different person. OK, so most of us don’t have wigs lying around, but you get the idea. Find what motivates your consistency with your workouts and get to work. Whether it’s a ride-or-die sweat buddy, your satisfying post-workout smoothie, or booking a non-refundable fitness class, use it to your advantage to work out on the reg.
My experience: This was a no-brainer for me—there’s nothing like a new, flattering workout set to pull me away from a binge-watching marathon and get my body moving. While I can’t get a fresh ‘fit for every workout, I use the next must-have waiting in my shopping cart as an incentive (and, trust me, there are enough to keep me going for months).
3. Positive body attitude
Zendaya, a body positivity advocate through-and-through, is all about self love and authenticity. “There is no such thing as ugly—that’s a word that doesn’t really enter my vocabulary,” she said in an interview with You are a new person. “It’s important to find out who you are and love who you are … It’s very freeing when you’re just like, ‘Yo, I’m just going to do me!’” And she does just that—and with style, no less! Zendaya was called out Modeliste Magazinefor retouching her photos in order to make her hips look slimmer than IRL. The magazine released the issue later with the original, unedit photos from her cover shoot (now that’sA happy ending, if ever there was one.
My experience:Zendaya has a lot to teach me, and I agree. I’m still working on loving myself as I am and not chasing an idea of perfection I have lingering in my head every day. My favorite practice? Catching myself when I’m nit-picking my body and flipping the script with being grateful for what my body provides: the gift to exercise, a canvas for my latest fashion finds, and the ability to enjoy (mostly) all the delicious foods.
4. Make your meals balanced and eat what you’re craving
Zendaya has been vegetarian since she was nine years old. She is creative in how she incorporates vegetables into her diet. Here’s the summer rice salad recipe that Zendaya shared with us. Seventeen It is based on a healthy mixture of fats, proteins, vegetables, and carbs. But don’t be fooled by the rice salad recipe—she’s also VIP status with Postmates (I’m not exaggerating, just read Postmates’ blog). She admitted to having a boyfriend. Harper’s Bazaar that she doesn’t cook out of laziness and dislike for following directions (that’s the kind of relatable celeb we love!). “I can have anything I want; that’s the beauty of ordering food,” she said.
My experience: Zendaya’s diet reminded me that it’s all about balance. I tend to fall into the all-or-nothing trap, so I channeled my inner Zendaya and, alongside the rice salads I made (BTW, I’d rate it a 7/10 for flavor and ease), I finished off my lunches with DEUX Cookie Dough (my latest obsession) or a couple of chocolate peanut butter cups. I’m keeping Zendaya’s rice salad in my summer meal rotation, but when laziness strikes and the chopping of vegetables is just too much to wrap my head around, Postmates it is—no guilt or shame here.
5. Matcha is preferred over other caffeinated drinks
It’s no secret that The Everygirl editors are obsessed with Starbucks, and it turns out Zendaya is too. Her favorite Starbucks order? Venti iced matcha latte with coconut milk. And that’s her only source of caffeine—she told Harper’s Bazaar that she goes sans coffee, soda, and energy drinks. Zendaya may be right: Matcha boosts your energy slower than coffee, and also contains L-theanine (an amino acid found in green tea plants that can help reduce stress).
My experience: I’ll admit that I’m a bit of a matcha snob, so I was hesitant to give what’s been dubbed “The Zendaya” a go. It was too sweet for me and I prefer matcha with oatmilk, but I liked the coconut twist and would order it again to satisfy a sugar craving after a meal. Because I have Crohn’s and go without the same three beverages, this healthy hack Zendaya swears by was already part of my repertoire. But if there’s one main takeaway from Zendaya and her workout and diet tried-and-trues, it’s do what works for you.
Source: The Every Girl