How supermodel Elle Macpherson looks ageless at 56: From cutting out booze to lymphatic drainage massage and a strict diet
Supermodel Elle Macpherson could give women half her age a run for their money thanks to her age-defying figure.
And the 56-year-old has revealed exactly how she achieves her flawless physique.
Elle, who was nicknamed The Body during her modelling career, said on Wednesday she’d just had a lymphatic drainage massage, a practice she’s been a fan of for years.
She also avoids alcohol and maintains a strict diet and exercise regime.
From cutting out booze to a strict diet and exercise regime and lymphatic drainage massage: How supermodel Elle Macpherson (pictured) still looks ageless at 56
The mother of two shared before-and-after pictures on Instagram after receiving the treatment from celebrity lymphatic drainage expert Sheila Perez.
‘Great way to combat plane travel and sluggish lymph and digestion,’ Elle said.
She added that her visible results were ‘insane’.
Results: Elle, who was nicknamed The Body during her modelling career, said on Wednesday she’d just had a lymphatic drainage massage, a practice she’s been a fan of for years
How she does it: Elle is known for her age-defying physique, which she credits to ‘good nutrition’ and ‘living alkaline’
Lymphatic drainage is a rhythmical massage treatment performed to stimulate the circulation of lymph fluid around the body.
It is purported top rapidly speed up the removal of wastes and toxins from the lymphatic system.
Elle is known for her incredible physique, which she credits to ‘good nutrition’ and ‘living alkaline’.
With a strong focus on her health and wellness, Elle also recently revealed that she stopped drinking after her 40th birthday.
She told Gritty Pretty magazine: ‘It’s funny, 40 is such a introspective year. I actually got sober when I was 40.’
She also spoke to Harper’s Bazaar Australia recently and said that she aims to exercise each day at 6.30am.
‘I’ll either do some yoga or I’ll jump on my bike and ride to the beach for a swim. If I’m on the road, I’ll bring my running shoes and go for a jog or walk – I love to explore any new surroundings and getting outside.’
Booze free: With a strong focus on her health and wellness, Elle also recently revealed that she stopped drinking after her 40th birthday
Elle, who has covered the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue a record five times, said she usually eats breakfast at 8am.
‘Sometimes it’s a Nourishing Protein smoothie made with hemp milk, half a banana, and one scoop of WelleCo Nourishing Protein in chocolate.
‘If I want something hot, I’ll have one poached egg on sunflower or wheat-free dark rye bread, oatmeal with agave, or a chia tea pudding soaked in almond milk.’
Elle added that her sweet treats are dark chocolate, espresso and whipped cream.
Keeping fit: She also spoke to Harper’s Bazaar Australia recently and said that she aims to exercise each day at 6.30am. She also eats nourishing foods and limits her sweet treats