Martha Julia is celebrating life in her swimsuit! The Mexican actress shares her gratitude and flaunts her fabulous figure in her latest Instagram post, saying "Gracias vida!" "THANKS LIFE! Today I look back and I have so much to thank you for! Thanks for the successes, they have shown me what I am capable of; thanks for the failures, they have taught me that I can start over; thanks for the moments of sadness, they have shown me how strong I can be; thanks for the happy moments, I have learned to value; thank you for my health, it shows me every day how lucky I am; thank you for the road traveled, because thanks to each step, each test and each victory, today I am who I am and that makes me feel very proud," she captioned it (that's roughly translated). How does the 49-year-old beauty keep herself fit? Read on to see 7 ways Martha Julia stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

Martha maintains a healthy diet. In one interview she revealed some of the things she likes to eat. For breakfast, she enjoys egg whites with slices of avocado and fruit. For lunch, lean protein with veggies, and for dinner, a big salad. In general, she tries to fuel herself for her rigorous workouts. 

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Martha is a big fan of standup paddleboarding. "The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination, and brings magic and everlasting joy to the soul," she captioned this Instagram post. 

Those who follow Martha on Instagram are well-aware that she is a CrossFit devotee. "It's a mix of aerobic and anaerobic," she told Hola Doctor. "This allows you to do weights and at the same time do a lot of cardio. They are very empirical exercises because there are no devices, which allows you, for example, to do push-ups, work the muscle from the root and, more than anything, does great good for your health." She has even opened up her own CrossFit gym. 

Martha also does jump roping. "Jumping rope gets your heart pumping and offers a great cardiovascular workout. When the weather is not the best for an outdoor walk or jog, a jump rope can be a great indoor cardio substitute. Jumping rope can be performed by people at any fitness level," says the Mayo Clinic. 

In addition to formal exercise at the gym, Martha takes time to go for walks with her beloved dog. Multiple scientific studies have found that people who walk their dogs tend to be more physically active overall than those who don't.