Molly Sims proved she’s still got supermodel magic after making a jaw-dropping appearance at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit runway show in Miami over the weekend. The 52-year-old model and actress confidently strutted the catwalk at the W South Beach, showing off her toned physique in a daring swimsuit as she joined fellow stars including Bethenny Frankel and “Vanderpump Rules” alum Stassi Schroeder for the high-profile event. And while Molly Sims appeared completely at ease on the runway, fans online had plenty to say about the bold swimwear trend taking over the show.
Molly Sims Stuns In Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Return
Sims showcased her age-defying figure while walking in a revealing bikini look that highlighted her long legs and toned frame, proving exactly why she became one of modeling’s most recognizable faces. The longtime supermodel looked radiant as she posed backstage and later confidently took over the runway, smiling for cameras while embracing the beach-glam vibe of the Miami event.
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Not everyone focused solely on Sims herself, however, as some commenters turned their attention to the thong-style swimsuits featured during the show. “Can we please go back to full rear coverage swimsuits?” one person wrote online. “This is why I wear board shorts and a bikini top; I refuse to wear a thong-style swimsuit bottom.”
Others, however, defended the revealing styles and the confidence required to wear them. “If you had a body like hers, you would do SI as well,” one fan argued in response to criticism. Another commenter appeared conflicted, writing, “Pathetic way to earn a living but I wish my body looked like hers.” A third said, “Wow, Molly looks amazing! Slim, toned and healthy!!”
Molly Sims Previously Opened Up About The Wellness Routine
Long before stepping onto the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit runway, Sims had already been candid about the health and wellness habits helping her stay in shape in her 50s. In a personal essay, the model revealed she typically starts her mornings between 6 and 6:30 a.m., feeding her dogs before making coffee using her favorite beans from Caffe Luxxe.
Sims also shared details of her supplement-heavy wellness routine, explaining that she drinks a mix of creatine, vitamin C, colostrum, and electrolytes in water promoted by wellness creator Dria Murphy. She also takes additional supplements, including vitamin D and vitamin B12 shots.
Sims Reveals How She Changed Her Body And Fitness Mindset
When it comes to fitness, Sims said she works out three days a week and often heads to a Tracy Anderson studio after helping get her children to school. “It’s a full-body workout, and I’m stretching and lengthening my body in a very specific way,” Sims explained.
The actress and model also admitted her mindset around fitness has shifted dramatically in recent months. “I’ve changed my body in the past six months, and I’ve also changed the way I look at working out,” she shared, revealing she once avoided weights after years of being told she looked “too muscular” or “too big” during her modeling career.
Now, Sims embraces strength training, regularly walking on a treadmill while wearing a weighted vest and following the popular “12-3-30” workout, which involves a 12% incline, a speed of 3 miles per hour, and 30 minutes of walking.
Molly Sims Keeps Family Time Intentional And Limits Screen Use At Home
When the day winds down, Sims says family time takes center stage. The model shared that she typically starts slowing down around 6 p.m., often enjoying a glass of wine while helping her children with homework, even joking that sometimes she has to turn to AI for assistance with math assignments. “We’ll work on math homework I can’t do, and I have to use ChatGPT, even for 5th-grade-level work,” Sims admitted.
Dinner is also a family affair, with Sims revealing her children are adventurous eaters who enjoy everything from salmon and sushi to steak and Indian food, something she credits to constantly introducing them to new flavors.
Beyond mealtime, Sims said she and her husband make a conscious effort to keep their children active and unplugged. Inspired by “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt, the family has strict rules around technology, including no phones until eighth grade and no iPads during the week.