Olympian Gabby Thomas will make her SI swimsuit debut

Today is the day. Gabby Thomas is officially joining the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit family for the 2025 magazine, and today, the Olympic track star is on the ground in Boca Raton, Fla., posing for her debut feature.

It’s a momentous way to close out what has been an incredible year for the professional runner. At the Paris Olympics this past summer, the sprinter took home three gold medals in the 200m sprint, 4x100m relay and 4x400m relay. It was only the latest display of her impressive athletic ability, which likewise carried her to two podiums at the Tokyo games.

But her achievements don’t end at the edge of the track. The 27-year-old attended Harvard University, where she earned an undergraduate degree in neurobiology. But she didn’t stop there. She later graduated from the University of Texas with a Master of Public Health in epidemiology. Ever the inspiration, Thomas has dedicated herself to bettering public health access in historically underserved communities.

Her combination of athletic prowess and academic achievement makes her a shoo-in for the annual issue. At SI Swimsuit, we are always looking to showcase difference-makers on the pages of the magazine—and Thomas is nothing if not a difference-maker. We updated this post live as Thomas shares teased of her photo shoot day.

This afternoon, the SI Swimsuit Instagram account teased a snippet from her debut brand photo shoot, which featured Thomas in a classic orange one-piece swimsuit. She posed on a wooden walkway heading down to the beach and smiled for the camera.

In the afternoon, the Olympian took to the SI Swimsuit Instagram to share her excitement ahead of the photo shoot. According to Thomas, she had just picked out her swimwear looks and was patiently awaiting her moment to pose for the camera. “Can’t wait!” she expressed at the end of the story.

A little bit later, she returned to share an update on her experience. In the midst of posing—and during outfit number three—the rain put the experience on hold. As Thomas put it, “Just Florida weather—you never know.”

In between shots, Thomas enjoyed her “second coffee of the day,” giving her just enough energy to pose expertly for photographer Ben Horton.

Thomas didn’t take to Florida empty-handed—she showed up on set with her hardware in hand. During her photo shoot, the track star showed off her three Paris Olympic gold medals in a comical video.

And the videos didn’t stop there. Thomas also showed off her “essentials” in the post above, wearing a black robe. “Gabby your energy is so contagious, please never lose it ?,” one fan commented on the Instagram post, while SI Swimsuit model Jena Sims added: “And so much more ?.”

And for the last share of the day, Thomas posted to our Instagram story alongside fellow SI Swimsuit athlete Eileen Gu, who also posed for her debut today. The pair announced they’d be signing off, signaling the end of the shoot day.

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Jena Sims showcases her flawless body in a bikini

Jena Sims, a successful model and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie for 2024, is gearing up for a major photoshoot by focusing on her fitness. Recently, she shared some behind-the-scenes moments on her Instagram story, where she was seen working out with fellow model Sixtine Royer and fitness expert Denise Austin. Dressed in black workout gear, Sims appeared focused and motivated. Her training routine is part of her preparation to maintain her stunning physique, and she's using a variety of exercises to ensure she's at her best for the shoot. Sims proves that even at the top of her game, she's still putting in the work to stay fit and confident.

As you can see from her Instagram story, Sims is seen working with a trainer. ACE Fitness states that personal training has a lot of health benefits. "Most of us work harder in the presence of others. Having a trainer by your side can provide the encouragement, energy and motivation you need to jumpstart your routine. A trainer can also help you set goals, create a plan to accomplish them and celebrate the day you reach them."

Sims shared some of her favorite workouts in this Instagram video. One thing she is seen doing is hip thrusts. Sims captioned the post, "Let's build-a-booty ?? in the gym ??" Gymless states that hip thrusts are very effective. "Hip thrusts are a controlled and powerful movement, mainly focusing on the glutes, hamstrings, lower back, and core. This exercise is vital for developing a stronger posterior chain, contributing to improved athletic performance, alleviating lower back pain, and enhancing overall physique. Considering that about 65 million Americans experience some form of back pain, hip thrusts are a great exercise to include in your routine."

Sims is also seen doing lunges in the previous Instagram video. ACE Fitness states that lunges are very effective. "If you're doing front and back lunges, you'll primarily be working the gluteus maximus, adductors, and quadriceps. Side lunges will work the gluteus medius more. And if you're taking bigger steps forward and back, you'll use more of the glute muscles, while smaller steps will target the quadriceps more."

Sims also likes to do squats to stay in shape. She is seen doing them in this Instagram video. Squats have a lot of benefits. The Cleveland Clinic states, "Squats target and strengthen your thighs, hips and butt. Why does that matter? A strong lower body is important for athletes, yes, but not just for athletes. Your lower body fuels your ability to walk, run, jump … everything, really. It also generates power for upper-body movements and all kinds of other activities."

Sims opened up about being in the spotlight in an interview with The New York Post. She says that she has learned to ignore what people say about her. "I always tell myself, you can be the ripest, juiciest peach and there's always going to be someone who doesn't like peaches. There'll always be people who will be like, 'get a job,' or 'stop spending your husband's money' or 'wow it's a shame you don't have any of your own hobbies or talent.' "

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Jena Sims showcased her love for bikinis

Jena Sims, the wife of golf star Brooks Koepka and a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, showcased her love for bikinis and golf by hitting the course in a two-piece swimsuit during their recent Bahamas getaway.

The couple shared numerous photos and videos from their luxurious vacation, allowing fans to enjoy glimpses of their tropical retreat.

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Sims turned heads on the golf course, hitting balls in her bikini while Koepka looked on with pride. Brooks and Jena, who tied the knot in 2022, have become one of the most beloved couples in the sports world, sharing their adventures and milestones with their enthusiastic fanbase.

Their baby son, Crew, also joined in on the fun, with one heartwarming clip showing Brooks holding Crew as they walked by the ocean. The family even wore matching flamingo-print outfits, making a stylish statement as they enjoyed the beach.

The Bahamas trip was a celebratory break for the couple following Koepka's performance at the PGA Championship.

Despite the relaxation, Sims quickly returned to her professional commitments, posting updates from Miami as she continued her work with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit.

Sims impressed fans, including golf influencer Paige Spiranac, back in April by sharing stunning photos nine months after giving birth.

The model posted bikini shots, including one lying on wet sand with waves splashing her legs, and videos enjoyed by her 297,000 Instagram followers. Spiranac praised the photos as "unreal".

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Jena Sims looks really good in a bikini

Jena Sims is a big hitter with fans such as Paige Spiranac - after Brooks Koepka's wife shared astonishing pics nine months after giving birth.

The model posted shots in a tiny bikini, including one luxuriant pose lying down on the damp sand as waves dappled her legs.

And she looked the bee's knees in the sea's breeze in video clips lapped up by her 297,000 Instagram followers.

Golf's top influencer Spiranac led the excited ripples online, calling the 35-year-old's photos "unreal" while another admirer wrote: "OMG yes girl!!!!"

It came as Jena's golfer husband, fellow American Koepka, could only finish a lowly joint 45th in the Masters.

But whereas the 33-year-old looked all at sea at Augusta, his partner reclined blissfully by the ocean for glamorous images.

She also kneeled for a photo on a yacht in a collection of pics which left admirers describing her as the "hottest ever".

Jena put up her latest pics with the words: "That feeling when you no longer have to gatekeep your @si_swimsuit Rookie shoot content!!!!"

Fans responded with praise like "BOOM! So proud of you!" ... "Damn hot" ... and "Queen".

"Hot mama" topped the scoreboard for compliments, just beating "amazing".

Some fans noted Jena had her first child, a son, as recently as last July.

And one woman reacted to the actress's confident new snaps by joking: "I need your genetics!"

But there were a few social media verdicts on Jena's photoshoot that struggled to make the cut.

None more so than: "Sooooo hot my lawddddd" and "BODY ODDY ODDY."

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Jena Sims Koepka Shared swimsuit photos

Jena Sims Koepka is a lot of things. She's a former pageant contestant. She has her own charity, Pageant Of Hope. She's a fashion designer. And she's a model, who recently won Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Search. Koepka shared a new reel on Instagram celebrating her achievement. In them, she is seen in different swimsuits, including a black one with the word "Rookie" on it. Koepka captioned the post, "Thank YOU for the votes, the support, the reshares, even the hate. It all counted ? WE DID IT BABY!!! Beyond honored to be named one of the first rookies for the 60th anniversary issue of @si_swimsuit alongside my fellow Swim Search winners."

Koepka shared some of her favorite workouts in an interview with FOX News. She says that she likes to weight train to help her stay in shape. "I want loud music, heavy weights," Koepka explained. "For my body type, I like to lift weights because I don't need to do a lot of cardio. I find that lifting weights has been the most beneficial."

Koepka tells FOX News that she also likes to take fitness classes to help her stay in shape. "My favorite type of workout is F45. It's just a 45-minute class. And I think I like it so much because they play amazing music and it's so loud. I'm not a calm, soothing Pilates, yoga princess. I'm like, 'Scream at me.' I want to be dripping sweat."

Koepka tells FOX News that she works hard, despite what others might think. "I think the biggest misconception is that I don't work," she said. "And that couldn't be further from the truth. It's funny, I have some people telling me, 'You need to just subdue yourself…' And then I have other people going, 'She doesn't work, she just wants to spend his money.' And I'm like, 'Y'all have no idea.' I've been working hard. I've supported myself as an actress in LA for all of my 20s. I've probably shot over 200 TV commercials since moving to Florida. I work as an influencer on Instagram. I know people might not consider that to be a job, 'cause I don't sit behind a desk all day. But it's a job. I make great money."

Koepka spends a lot of time outside. One thing she does to stay in shape is going skiing. Koepka shared these photos on Instagram of herself, her husband, and his brother skiing in Big Sky. The Canadian Ski Association states, "It's well documented that skiing and snowboarding benefits cardiovascular health, overall fitness, strength, coordination, balance and more. Regardless of your health and fitness goals, strapping on a pair of skis or a snowboard is sure to fulfill some of them. Due to the versatility of skiing and snowboarding, it can encompass the benefits of a cardio workout, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session, and strength training session, all in one fun activity."

Through her organization, Pageant Of Hope, Koepka seeks to empower other women who compete in pageants. "When you lose a pageant, you feel like a failure," she tells FOX News. "And then when you win a pageant, you're on top of the world. So I created a pageant where there aren't any losers. Everyone leaves a winner… I've been touched by how excited these kids get when they're crowned. And when we do our mini makeovers, we teach self-confidence, inner beauty. But we also make them feel beautiful on the outside as well. Everyone deserves to feel beautiful. And you can see them come out of their shells. Their postures change. They're striking poses at the end of the day."

Link to story: https://bikininewsdaily.com/bnd/JenaSimsKoepkaSharedswim-4314

The model and actress Jena Sims posed as she partied in the stunning Caribbean

Sims often follows her four-time Major champion partner across the globe as he collects trophy after trophy.

But she appears to have been taking a break from her beau with a beach holiday.

Sims, 32, competed in the Miss Teen USA beauty pageant in 2007, but failed to place, and has since went on to become an actress and a model.

Films she has starred in include the lead role in Attack of the 50 foot Cheerleader, a comedy horror movie filmed in 2012.

Jen stars as science student Cassie Stratford who takes a drug that makes her grow until she is a 50ft giant.

Away from the big screen Sims runs her own non-profit organisation called the 'Pageant of Hope' - which hosts beauty pageants for children with cancer and other disadvantages.

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