According to catwalkers like Karlie Kloss and Kasia Struss, sleep, SoulCycle, and homemade chicken soup are just what the doctor ordered for beating cold and flu season.
Fashion month is its own form of endurance test, involving international flights, 20-hour days, sprints to show venues, late-night parties, and cramped backstage quarters. Calling in sick—and getting sidelined—is not an option, so we wondered: How do the pros manage to stay healthy despite the frenetic pace? Here, top models reveal their trusted immunity boosters, homegrown remedies, and restorative tonics. (Hint: Buy Berocca in bulk!)
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Karlie Kloss
"I
ve learned over the years that you can
t really rely on craft services backstage for healthy food, so I carry a ton in my bag. At the moment, I have a Dannon yogurt, SkinnyPop popcorn, Justin
s Peanut Butter Cups, and a Luna Bar in chocolate chip flavor—it
s like a cookie, and you know I love a cookie! I also make a morning protein shake with 1/2 frozen banana; almond milk; and a clean, natural, vanilla-flavored protein powder. I whip it up in the blender and put in a cup with a straw so I can take it backstage with me.
"At the latest, I
m in bed by 11:30 every night, even if it means I have to leave a party or dinner early. I need six or seven hours of sleep to stay healthy. I
m also constantly washing my hands.
"I love being really active, too. I
m a big fan of Pilates and isolated exercises that focus on different muscle groups. I do SoulCycle as well; I like to mix it up and challenge my body, especially those underworked muscles. I think the key to staying healthy and strong is to take care of yourself with exercise."
