Danica Patrick addressed online critics who commented on her physique after she posted bikini pictures from a recent vacation. The former NASCAR driver shared details of her diet and exercise regimen in response to comments suggesting she needed to gain weight.
Patrick, 44, posted photos of her meals, including breakfast and lunch, on her Instagram Stories. She also shared a selfie while holding a protein bar and a picture of herself paddleboarding, highlighting her muscular build. "If you don’t lift weights (like for real) and eat your damn protein (not 2 eggs), you don’t have to get muscles," she stated. "And the more muscle you have, the more you get to eat!!!!!! The end."
The scrutiny began after Patrick shared an Instagram post featuring photos from her trip to Ibiza. One image showed her in a neon yellow bikini, which drew a number of critical comments from followers. Some users expressed concern about her weight, with one writing, "Danica I normally don’t body shame. But you have an eating disorder. EAT SOME FOOD." Another commented, "Please eat !!! Please eat!!"
Patrick's vacation posts also included images of her with a new boyfriend, whose identity she has not revealed. She previously dated NFL star Aaron Rodgers for two years before their reported breakup in July 2020.