Xandra Pohl Sizzles in Racy Bikinis

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s next Rookie is making a splash!

DJ and TikToker Xandra Pohl, who has 1.2 million followers and is known for her viral “get ready with me videos” and vlogs, has been named one of the magazine's 2024 rookies.

SI Swim announced the news on Instagram with a behind-the-scenes look of the fiery photo shoot shot by Derek Kettela in Belize. Pohl shows a feistier side to her style in various red swim looks, from a barely-there bikini layered with a mesh cover-up to a mega cutout one-piece accentuating her curves to a lifeguard zip-up suit that channels all the Baywatch vibes.

“I feel like I’m going to come out of this like a whole new b---h,” she says in the clip, which is set to Rihanna’s “Needed Me.”

In an interview with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, Pohl shared her excitement about the magazine's "legacy" and how it continuously excels at representing women of "all shapes, sizes, races" and, in turn, sets the precedent for the next generation. “We are all beautiful [and deserve to be] confident in our own bodies. I feel like that is the best legacy you could ever leave.”

She expressed the same sentiment in a TikTok video recounting how this moment came to be. “This has been my dream since I was a wee little lad."

SI Swim editor-in-chief, MJ Day, shares that Pohl "epitomizes the unapologetic fusion of beauty and talent, shattering norms as she takes the DJ world by storm."

"Her unfiltered authenticity is what inspires us the most, and we're thrilled to be a part of her journey," she adds.

Pohl isn’t new to the SI Swimsuit universe. In July 2023, she made her debut in the brand's fashion show in Miami, radiating confidence down the runway in a bright yellow bikini and crimped waves. But being a part of the milestone issue — which includes the Be Legendary campaign — made this opportunity extra worthwhile.

“[Being] a legend is just being confident in yourself and whatever you are, whatever you stand for, just being passionate about it,” Pohl said. “I feel like if you’re passionate about it, you’re a legend.”

She’s definitely had to stand her ground in certain areas of her life, like in DJing, an industry that is mostly dominated by males.

“Some common misconceptions I think people have about me is that because of the way I look or the way that I act means that I have an inability to do something,” Pohl said, adding: “I just want people to know [that] I love who I am.” She's currently on her Drunk Tour and will play at the Lollapalooza music festival this August.

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SI Swimsuit is pulling out all the stops this year. With Pohl as its newest addition, the 2024 Rookie class includes Brittany Mahomes (who revealed her title days before her husband, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, played in the 2024 Super Bowl) and seven finalists from its Swim Search, per Parade.

The magazine under Day's direction and leadership also managed an epic shoot with its past models, including Martha Stewart, Maye Musk, Christie Brinkley, Tyra Banks, Kate Upton and more iconic stars.

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Supermodel Kate Upton makes bombshell return

Kate Upton is back!

The supermodel, actress and mom, 31, stars on yet another Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover — and it’s one you don’t want to miss!

On May 14, the magazine released its milestone 60th anniversary issue with the Layover actress posing in a red-and-pink ruffled and pinstripe bikini with her hair blown out into effortless beach waves. Upton has been modeling for the publication since she made her debut in 2011 and was crowned that year’s Rookie of the Year. Upton had her first solo cover in 2012 and had the cover again in 2013. In 2014, she starred on the flip cover, and in 2017, she nabbed the cover again, making her the first model to have multiple covers.

Chrissy Teigen, Hunter McGrady and Gayle King, who made a sizzling debut (which we should’ve seen coming after she posted those eye-popping swimsuit snaps to Instagram last November) round out the solo cover star roster.

And wait — there’s more!

Joining those models are new and returning faces, such as Chanel Iman, Lori Harvey, TikToker Xandra Pohl, college athletes Alexa Massari, Jasmine Williams and Jillian Hayes, plus Brittany Mahomes, who was named a 2024 Rookie ahead of the Super Bowl in February.

All the photo shoots were captured by Yu Tsai in Mexico, Belize, Portugal and Hollywood, Fla.

The 60th Anniversary issue, out on newsstands May 17, is not only a celebration of the women involved, but the trajectory of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s history since it began in 1964.

“Over the past 60 years we have shattered stereotypes, embraced diversity, and championed inclusivity,” Day, who’s been a part of the magazine since 1999, said in a press release.

"While this year’s issue is a tribute to the recent past, it’s also a reminder of the work we must continue to do. We must remind women to challenge the status quo, to celebrate strength and confidence, and to inspire those around us to embrace their uniqueness and pursue their passions fearlessly.”

Pick up all of the covers of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit when it lands on newsstands on May 17.

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Xandra Pohl is sizzling in Spain

Xandra Pohl is sizzling in Spain in her swimsuit. In a new social media post, the influencer shows off amazing body in a bathing suit. "Viva ibiza," she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. "GODDESS," commented one of her followers. "Boss lady. Beautiful," added another.

Xandra prioritizes hydration, drinking water and even coconut water. "Nothing better then this… tropical house and a coconut," she captioned a post. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

Xandra has been skiing most of her life. Research has linked downhill skiing to a number of health benefits. In addition to promoting physical fitness, it may decrease risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Studies have also found that the more frequently a person skis, prevalence of known hypercholesterolemia, systemic hypertension, diabetes, the frequency of mental stress and the occurrence of memory deficits declines.

Xandra is a hiker. "I'm in Colorado and we are going on a 10 mile hike," she exclaimed in a video," adding in the caption, "cant even feel my legs rn they hurt so bad." According to the National Parks Service, the physical benefits of hiking include:

Building stronger muscles and bones

Improving your sense of balance

Improving your heart health

Decreasing the risk of certain respiratory problems.

Xandra is a coffee drinker. Even when it's cold, you can find her with an iced coffee. According to the Cleveland Clinic, there are several benefits of drinking coffee in moderation. "It acts on your brain to improve memory, mood, reaction times, and mental function," they say, citing a study finding that caffeine can improve endurance and performance during exercise. It is also antioxidant-rich, can ward off diabetes, prevent neurologic disease, lower cancer risk, and ward off depression, they point out.

Xandra gets her steps in. While visiting her family in the midwest she took a morning walk with her dog. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

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