Abbie Quinnen has clearly been working hard to be fit and toned for the summer

British dancer Abbie Quinnen has clearly been working hard to be fit and toned for the summer, judging by her recent social media updates. Quinnen shared some pictures of herself posing in front of her bathroom mirror, wearing a black bikini that showcased her incredible physique to perfection. "Absolute figure goals," a fan commented. "Stunning," said another.

Quinnen loves swimming and paddle boarding in the open ocean. "Exercising in natural environments has been shown to have greater benefits for mental health than exercising elsewhere," says Sergio Diez Alvarez, Director Of Medicine, The Maitland and Kurri Kurri Hospital, University of Newcastle. "This is because it combines the benefits of exercise with the restorative effects of being in nature. Swimming in the ocean is no less the case. It can be relaxing, meditative and reduce stress."

Quinnen now takes extra-special care of her skin after suffering a serious burn in 2022. "I began moisturizing four times a day, then I'd apply a silicone gel four times a day, followed by silicone scar sheets and a compression vest on top," she says. "It was a never-ending routine and became a full-time job. My scars were so tight, I had to keep them hydrated to be able to move. I've been lucky in that my face recovered quite quickly. It took a few months and I had to wipe my scars every day with Hibiscrub but it healed quicker than my body."

Quinnen was back running months after getting surgery for her accident. "I ran a half-marathon just five months after surgery, raising money for the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital trust's charity," she says. "We have to allow ourselves to make mistakes. Nobody's perfect and I'm just going to take really good care of my health and my body. I'm still so young and have been through such a horrible thing that has left me with obvious scars. Any normal 24-year-old can go to the beach in a bikini and have no scars — whereas at the moment, I can't really sit on the beach and be in the sun because my scars will get worse. It's been a hard experience to get over but it just takes time."

Quinnen loves sipping on coffee while she's out and about. "Antioxidants help prevent and repair damage to cells and genetic material around your body," says Caroline Thomason, RD, CDCES. "Research has shown that coffee is a significant source of polyphenols, a type of antioxidant, in many people's diets. Polyphenols also help fuel your 'good' gut bacteria."

Quinnen works out at the gym using machines and weights. "As you get older, your joints are more likely to experience wear and tear," says Emma Mitchell, physiotherapist at Bupa UK. "Sometimes this can cause pain and discomfort when moving. But, strength exercise can support the muscles around your joints, which helps to keep them stable and strong. Studies also show that regular strength training can reduce your risk of sports injuries."

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Abbie Quinnen bravely displays her scars

The dancer, 24, suffered horrific second and third-degree burns earlier this year in a freak fire accident when filming a video with boyfriend AJ Pritchard.

Abbie stripped down to her swimwear and did a little dance as she showed off her body, after noting she hasn't shown her scars to anyone in person apart from AJ and her family.

Abbie also revealed the true extent of her injuries and how she deals with them on a daily basis, six months on from the horrifying ordeal.

The beauty had joined Katie Piper on the show where they spoke to two women who told how they've learned to embrace their scars and their bodies.

Abbie then revealed that she now felt 'confident' to don her own bikini for the segment which was shot at an outdoor swimming pool.

Addressing the women, Abbie said: 'You guys have given me the confidence to actually show off my scars. Let's be empowered together!'

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Saffron Barker has jetted to the Caribbean after a busy few months lighting up the Strictly dance floor

Saffron Barker set pulses racing as she slipped into a bikini for a beach day in Barbados.

The YouTuber, 19, displayed her ample cleavage in the swimsuit during a glamorous stroll on the beach.

Saffron, who was partnered with AJ Pritchard on Strictly, added a tiny pair of denim shorts and completed her look with floral print flip flops as she pranced along the shoreline.

The star later slipped into a thin silk shirt to shelter from the slight sea breeze.

Saffron and AJ exited Strictly in week ten after finding themselves joint bottom of the leaderboard, with just 26 out of 40 points in their final dance. They failed to impress the four judges during their dance-off and CBBC star Karim Zeroual was saved, marking the end of Saffron's time in the competition.

Saffron and the professional dancer were keen to insist they were just 'good friends' as they discussed their time on the BBC One dance show. However, in an awkward moment, Lorraine brought up the ongoing speculation that there's a romantic element to their partnership, despite the fact AJ is happily in a relationship with girlfriend Abbie Quinnen.

She highlighted their relationship status by stating they're 'really good pals but pals', with AJ responding: 'Yeah we get on well.'

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