Emma Hernan, known for her role on Netflix's "Selling Sunset" and her entrepreneurial ventures, including her vegan empanada company, Emma Leigh & Co, is admired for her vibrant energy and fit physique. Beyond her real estate and business success, Hernan is deeply invested in her health and wellness. This article explores her diet, exercise routine, and lifestyle choices that contribute to her overall well-being.
Fitness and Exercise
Emma Hernan incorporates a variety of activities into her fitness regimen, focusing on both physical and mental well-being. Her routine includes hiking, yoga, Pilates, swimming, and innovative treatments like infrared fitness.
Hiking
Hernan emphasizes the importance of outdoor activities for both the body and mind. She aims to hike at least five miles a day, highlighting the glute workout and mental clarity it provides. "Getting outside is so good for the body and the mind," she told Women’s Health. "And you’re getting that nice little glute workout."
Yoga and Pilates
In addition to hiking, Emma includes yoga and Pilates in her routine. Both workouts encourage strength and flexibility while being low impact. "Pilates has a long list of benefits including improved body mechanics, balance, coordination, strength and flexibility," said Dr. Cedric X. Bryant, chief exercise physiologist for ACE.
Swimming
Swimming is another activity Hernan enjoys, especially during vacations. The Mayo Clinic notes that aquatic exercise offers numerous benefits, including improved heart health, reduced stress, and enhanced muscular endurance and strength. "Aquatic exercise can have many health benefits, such as improved heart health, reduced stress, and improved muscular endurance and strength. Exercising in the water can be a great way to add physical activity into your life. It also may be a helpful way for older adults to stay active. You can even do aquatic exercise if you don’t know how to swim.
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Infrared Fitness
Emma Hernan has explored advanced fitness methods like infrared workouts at studios such as Cosmo Contour. These studios offer infrared treadmill capsules, ellipticals, bikes, stairmasters, and body rollers designed to enhance the benefits of cardio exercises. The infrared heat is believed to target stagnation in the body, promote lymphatic system movement, and aid in recovery.
According to Nicole from Cosmo Contour, the studio's infrared cardio devices are designed to provide a balanced and comfortable challenge, with benefits felt after just 30 minutes.
Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS)
Looking to the future, Emma is interested in trying private EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) suit training classes, which stimulate over 600 muscles in the body in a short 15- to 20-minute session.
Diet and Nutrition
Hernan is passionate about healthy eating and incorporates several key practices into her daily life. These include a predominantly vegan diet, hydration, and mindful cooking.
Vegan and Vegetarian Diet
Emma Hernan follows a predominantly vegan and vegetarian diet. She even started her own food company, Emma Leigh & Co, which produces healthy vegan frozen food. “I am a huge food lover and I grew up in the food industry, so in 2018 I started my own food company, Emma Leigh & Co. I produce vegan and vegetarian frozen healthy food, including my famous empanadas that I absolutely cannot live without!
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Hydration
Hernan emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated throughout the day, especially with a busy lifestyle. She is a fan of Blk. Water and makes sure to always carry water with her. “I have a busy life and I drink a lot of water throughout the day. My fave water is Blk. Water. I also carry Blk.
Mindful Cooking
Emma finds cooking to be therapeutic and enjoys experimenting with healthy recipes. “Cooking for me is therapeutic,” Emma told Women’s Health. “I love being creative, and I never go by a recipe. It focuses my mind.” She focuses her mind by experimenting with healthy-cooking techniques, such as baking, grilling and sauteing.
Morning Coffee
Emma drinks a cup of Strong Coffee Company Instant Latte + Essentials ($33) every morning. "If I'm going to drink coffee, I would like it to have some protein, some MCTs, and other things to get my brain going, too," Hernan says. "Even when I travel, I make sure to have it packed with me." She loves it so much, she's shared it with friend and costar Chrishell Stause on multiple occasions.
Relaxation and Self-Care
Emma understands the importance of relaxation and incorporates practices to unwind and de-stress. These include taking baths, using face masks, and practicing mindfulness.
Relaxation Techniques
Emma loves filling her tub, putting a face mask on and listening to podcasts about other female entrepreneurs. “Almost everyone can benefit from relaxation techniques, which can help slow your breathing and focus your attention. Common relaxation techniques include meditation, mindfulness, focusing on the present, progressive muscle relaxation, tai chi and yoga.
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Nighttime Bath Routine
To wind down in the evenings, Hernan enjoys taking a bath with Dr. Teal's Pure Epsom Salt Soaking Solution ($5, originally $9). Taking a bath at night isn't just a luxurious self-care habit - it's proven to be good for you. "When your body temperature goes up right before bed, it does help with a better night's sleep," she says.
Skincare
Hernan takes care of her skin by keeping her face hydrated. On a daily basis I do not wear a lot of make-up, but when I’m shooting Selling Sunset I do wear make-up so I try to take really good care of my skin. She is a fan of Dr. Barbara Sturm's skin-care line and uses the Dr. Barbara Sturm Night Serum ($310) every night.
Daily Habits and Routines
Hernan emphasizes the importance of routines and go-to products to maintain her health and sanity.
Morning Routine
Emma kicks off her prep with the Grace & Stella Moisturizing Eye Masks ($18, originally $31). "These are my favorite things," she says. "You see them actually on the show in season six." She keeps them in her fridge, making them cold, which helps to wake her up. She then drinks a big glass of water with Himalayan sea salt and lemon.
Supplements
Emma takes supplements like Armra Colostrum every morning. The brand has two varieties: Armra Colostrum Immune Revival Bulk Jar ($110) and Performance Revival ($76). "I just started taking it every morning, probably for the past two weeks - it's incredibly good for you," Hernan says.
Fashion and Style
Emma Hernan is also known for her fashion sense, often seen in stylish outfits on "Selling Sunset." She curates her looks with the help of family and friends, embracing the "extra" vibe of the show.
On-Screen Fashion
Hernan admitted that while she enjoys dressing up, she was initially caught off guard by the unconventional work attire. “I remember coming to the office, and I wanted to wear jeans [and I was told] jeans are not the vibe,” Hernan shared, implying that denim is too casual. “I slowly learned that it’s extra,” Hernan continued. “I love dressing up, so for me, it’s like I get to play dress up. I don’t mind it.”
Personal Style
Earlier this month, Hernan was spotted filming in Los Angeles rocking a sweater set that featured a black-and-yellow cardigan and a pair of tiny shorts. She accessorized with round sunglasses and a black Hermès Birkin bag. In March, Hernan was spotted filming again, this time with Chelsea Lazkani and The Oppenheim Group cofounders Jason and Brett Oppenheim. For the scene, Hernan rocked a strapless tweed dress.