As spring creeps in and the countdown to summer begins, South Africans are already feeling the pressure of social media’s “Hot Girl Summer” culture. In a nation that is notoriously body conscious and looks centric, the drive to get “summer ready” often comes with unhealthy extremes. But one wellness expert says this year, the smarter trend is shifting towards something far more sustainable: Healthy Girl Summer.
With just three months until December holidays, Suzé Steyl, co-owner of RXME Group, says now is the perfect time to start laying the foundation for a season where you feel confident in your swimsuit, strong in your body and mind, and radiant in your skin.
“Scientific research shows that crash diets are not only ineffective but harmful. They disrupt your metabolism, drain your energy reserves, and accelerate skin ageing. Waiting until November to start is already too late and adds unnecessary stress. Sustainable health and wellness take time to develop. A healthy summer body is built slowly, not in a crash,” she says. “Healthy Girl Summer is about feeling good in your skin, with routines that support your body and mind long after the season ends.”
The New Rules for a ‘Healthy Girl Summer’
Steyl shares four habits you can start with today — no fad diets necessary:
1. Move with purpose
- Aim for 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise weekly.
- Add strength/resistance training 2–3 times weekly.
- Keep it simple — even a walk counts.
2. Rethink meal timing
- Eat your first meal within 30–60 minutes of waking.
- Make lunch your biggest meal.
- Finish eating by 5–6 p.m.
3. Pair smart habits with skin support
- Non-surgical radiofrequency treatments help tighten skin naturally.
- Combine with consistent exercise and nutrition for radiant results.
4. Get professional guidance
- RXME Group offers medical doctors, dietitians, biokineticists, and aesthetic specialists.
- Over 35,000 South Africans already supported.
Why Now Matters
With three months until December, Steyl says starting now means a gradual, healthy transformation. The shift toward #HealthyGirlSummer reflects a broader trend on social media, where sustainable wellness is replacing crash-diet extremes.
South Africa’s health stats highlight the need for this change: over 68% of women and 31% of men are overweight or obese (WHO, 2024). RXME Group’s holistic model provides comprehensive guidance, blending medicine, nutrition, and aesthetics.
“You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Choose one or two small changes and commit. By December, you’ll not just look holiday ready — you’ll feel it.”
