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4 Top Fitness Stars on Instagram You Need to Be Following

Instagram has become the go-to place for inspiration of all kinds, including fitness. In recent years a new kind of celebrity has started to exist, someone who is "Insta-famous." The good news is that some people actually deserve to be praised for their achievements, and these bloggers are among them.

Amanda Bisk

Instagram // @amandabisk

This Australian was once a promising pole vaulter who had big dreams of becoming an Olympian, however, in 2011 her dreams came crashing to a halt after she was diagnosed with chronic fatigue. She decided to simplify her life and began to recharge her body and her mind with new exercises like yoga and stretching.

Follow her for amazing photos of yoga poses in the most impossibly beautiful locations.

Kayla Itness

Instagram // @kayla_itsines

Another Australian and one of the most well-known fitness inspirations is Kayla Itness. She has made a name for herself thanks to her BBG programs (bikini body guide) which can be done from the comfort of your own home. She's also incredibly likable and her routines (although grueling) are fun and get results.

Quiana "Chuckie" Welch

Instagram // @chuckiewelch

Quiana "Chuckie" Welch is an American weightlifter and she's changing the way that people view women who do CrossFit. Speaking during an interview with The Athletic Build in 2015 she revealed that she's been an athlete her whole life, starting with gymnastics when she was little, then volleyball, and even a season of women's football, before becoming a CrossFitter.

She also wants clear up the misconceptions surrounding CrossFit. she said, "The biggest misconception I hear is that if you're a woman, you'll end up looking like a "Bro." Yes, I'm not your "average" looking woman. Yes, I have muscles and can lift heavy things over my head like a guy but by no means do I look like a guy…" You go, girl!

Cassey Ho

Instagram // @blogilates

Cassey Ho is the creator of POP pilates—a total body, equipment-free workout for the core—and is followed by 1.4 million people. She always has a smile on her face, and she's an incredibly positive person who inspires you with her body positivity, lengthy captions, and zest for life.


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