Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20151/13Girls Keep Swinging
Though it’s now almost commonplace to see supermodels duking it out in old-school boxing gyms, Adriana Lima was one of the first to throw a punch. “I hate machines, so I started more than ten years ago—before the revolution,” she says, laughing.
Fashion Editor: Tonne Goodman
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20152/13Hard Core
The prevailing wisdom of the moment—from the gym to the clever cutaway looks on the runway—tells us that activating your abs leads to improved performance and beautiful posture. A fighting spirit seems like a bonus. Caroline Trentini wears a Marni cotton-and-linen top ($690), wrap skirt ($1,200), cotton-and-leather belt, and sandals; clothing at modaoperandi.com. Etro earrings. Alexis Bittar bangles.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20153/13Shake a Leg
After giving birth to a son 20 months ago, Trentini found a former jujitsu pro, Eduardo Munra, who transformed her workout through kickboxing. “When I started doing it I just found love,” she says. Olympia Activewear sports bra ($70) and moto leggings ($110); olympiaactivewear.com.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20154/13Hell on Wheels
Vanessa Axente puts a positive spin on cycling, taking her trekking bike for exhilarating lakeside rides through her native Hungarian countryside—“anywhere from 40 kilometers to 90,” she says. T by Alexander Wang turtleneck, $380; Alexander Wang, NYC. Michi leggings, $179; michiny.com. Bell helmet. Google Glass. FuelBelt hydration belt. Samsung Gear S watch. Shimano gloves. Breezer mountain bike.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20155/13Let It Flow
When she’s not cycling, Axente makes do with intense Wii dancing sessions and badminton games. “After playing for an hour and a half,” she says, “you can’t move your arms the next day!” Balmain top with leather bands, pleated chiffon trousers, and patent leather belt; select Neiman Marcus stores. Etro ring and cuff. Alexis Bittar bangle.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20156/13Jump Start
Joan Smalls blends cardio methods and cult body-sculpting techniques with her New York–based trainer, Marc Gordon. The key to her approach? Quality. “It’s much better to do fifteen correct crunches,” she says, “than 50 or 100 sloppy ones.” Ohne Titel reversible mesh pullover, $240; Bergdorf Goodman, NYC. Kiko Mizuhara for Opening Ceremony bra top, $195; openingceremony.us. American Apparel shorts, $40; American Apparel stores. Microsofts Band. Nike sneakers. Alexander Wang jump rope.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20157/13Standing Tall
Diagnosed with scoliosis at fourteen, Smalls relies on posture-enhancing workouts to fortify her back and gluteus muscles. “I’ve always believed that it’s sexy when a woman can pull her own weight,” she says. “And I can now—in heels!” Versace one-shoulder crop top with crystal mesh ($3,250) and matching skirt ($4,325); select Versace boutiques. Giuseppe Zanotti Design sandals.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20158/13Hot Water
Encouraged by her grandmother—who competes in freestyle swimming in the National Senior Games at the age of 90—Cameron Russell hit the water at the age of three and has been reaping the lengthening and sculpting benefits ever since. Paco Rabanne cutout jersey top ($1,050) and skirt ($1,750); the Webster, Miami Beach. Delfina Delettrez earring.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 20159/13Following Suit
“Every time I visit my grandmother, she challenges me to a race,” Russell says, laughing. “And if I win, she gets really angry!” Lisa Marie Fernandez neoprene zip-front maillot, $415; shop.lisamariefernandez.com. T by Alexander Wang mesh swim sports bra ($215) and bottoms ($175); Alexander Wang, NYC. Reebok watch.
Beauty Note
Trim down your routine. Nivea In-Shower Body Lotion leaves skin moisturized for the entire day.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 201510/13Pitch Perfect
Estonian model Karmen Pedaru was a goalkeeper for her local soccer team at the age of ten and was later picked for her country’s national team—no doubt contributing to her rather fearsome upper-body strength. “My muscle memory is very good,” she says, “and my shoulders, biceps, and forearms are even better.” Carolina Herrera backless dress with leather straps, $4,990; Carolina Herrera, L.A. Tiffany & Co. diamond-solitaire earrings and tennis bracelet.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 201511/13Top Spin
Since giving up competitive soccer, Pedaru has recently been honing her fitness through regular tennis workouts at a local club in her new hometown of Rome. “I love the movement, and it targets all muscle groups,” she says. Her masterstroke? A bold backhand from the baseline. L’Etoile Sport Lycra knit flapper dress, $365; net-a-porter.com. Monreal London leather visor. Under Armour wristbands. Nike sneakers. One Strings tennis racket.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 201512/13Fight Club
“She has a great jab and a great left hook,” says Lima’s trainer, former middleweight champion Michael “Silk” Olajide, Jr. Michi black sports bra, $129; michiny.com. Lisa Marie Fernandez red bralette, $125; net-a-porter.com. Rebecca Minkoff silver shorts, $128; shopbop.com. Cleto Reyes boxing gloves.
Photographed by Inez and Vinoodh, Vogue, April 201513/13Knockout Punch
Lima boxes almost every day—and travels with a jump rope for when she can’t. “If the world turned upside down and the beautiful people had to fight for a living,” Olajide says, “she would be world champ!” Alexander McQueen knit jacquard harness dress with mirrored flower embroidery and python belt; Alexander McQueen, NYC. Robert Lee Morris Collection cuffs.
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Hair: Christiaan; Makeup: Dick Page for Shiseido; Production Design, Marla Weinhoff Studio_
