We have a confession to make: we have more than one fit crush from 2016. We can't pick just one! And we're sure you're feeling similarly . . . there were so many moments of inspiration from these healthy and active celebrities in 2016, and we're grateful for the motivation they provided throughout the year. Come on, who else watched Teyana Talor in the "Fade" music video and ran to the gym? (*Guilty*) We're even more revved up for a healthy new year, thanks to some awesome fitspiration from these 14 women. Here's our list for our top fit crushes of 2016.
Demi was a knockout in 2016, showcasing incredible strength and commitment to her healthy lifestyle. And it's not just physical health she advocates for; this year she was more vocal than ever about mental health, helping to change the stigma and open up the conversation globally.
This powerful model is powerfully strong; the 28-year-old stunner has a crazy gym routine including boxing, Bosu balancing, and HIIT. The only thing more impressive than Ashley's strength is her confidence and the way she speaks up for women everywhere.
Earlier this year, Lea Michele said her favorite workout is hot yoga, but we think she might be lying, because 97-percent of her Instagram feed is pictures of her at SoulCycle. We're fawning over her healthy lifestyle, and her empowering quotes that she lives by, like this one: "At the end of the day, we have to remember that what we put out there, it manifests and it creates energy and you should want to be the person that chooses to take that second to do something positive."
Gigi continued to inspire us in 2016 with her burger eating and boxing antics. Her latest #PerfectNever campaign with Reebok promoted female empowerment and the embracing of imperfections. Oh, and her athleisure game was fire this year, as per usual.
Superflexible Hailey Baldwin is always doing one of two things: juicing or working out. When she doesn't have a smoothie in her hand, she's got a Bosu ball under her feet or is showing off her strength and flexibility in the studio.
Something we really admire about Jessica: she's not afraid to post a supersweaty selfie. Sweat is sexy, guys — never be ashamed of that sweaty face and bod! Jessica's Instagram is a source of fitness and healthy living inspiration, and it just might prompt you to get your butt to a cycling or Pilates class.
Aly Raisman became a celebrity in her own right this year, after leading Team USA's Women's Gymnastics Team to victory. She showed us that hard work and perseverance pay off, and to never give up on our dreams or ourselves. Like Gigi, Aly was also recently featured in Reebok's #PerfectNever campaign, where she opened up about bullying and body shaming she's endured growing up. Strong body, strong mind!