Kayla Itsines has the best advice on how to take a compliment

Anyone who is vaguely aware of the term fitspo – ‘fitness inspiration’, for those not in the know - would be aware that Kayla Itsines is the epitome of the term.

With her slender and ridiculously toned physique, millions follow the Adelaide personal trainer’s SWEAT and Bikini Body workouts with the dream of replicating her results.

However, Itsines, 27, isn’t focussed on counting calories and restricting your life.

In fact, when Health magazine caught up with her recently, her number one tip for living a healthy lifestyle was to not deny yourself anything.

“Start by adding healthy things into your life rather than subtracting things from your life,” she told the publication.

The wellness warrior is also a big advocate for fostering a strong, healthy mind to match that rock-hard body.

Itsines’ top tip is to accept every compliment that comes your way – even if your first instinct is to reject it with highlighting a “flaw”.

“When someone compliments you, say, ‘Thank you so much’… Don’t try to find something that’s immediately wrong with you or something you don’t like about yourself, just say thank you and take it,” she advised.

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Itsines has changed the landscape of female fitness with her programs, which are designed to give women the tools to make permanent and sustainable changes for a healthier life.

Because of this, she knows the importance of looking after herself and taking time out.

“I love getting a massage every week, having time for myself, going for a walk, and spending time with my friends,” she revealed.

Looks like this woman has it sorted – we’re getting on that massage bandwagon ASAP.