Nikki Garcia Finds Solace in Gym Workouts: A Perfect 'Me Time' with Intense Sweat Sessions

Every morning, Nikki Garcia starts her day by hitting the gym after dropping off her 3-year-old son Matteo at school. "It's my 'me time'! There's nothing better than a good workout," says the 40-year-old host of Barmageddon exclusively to the latest issue of We. "It's been tough lately, but I really treasure the days I can make it happen." (Garcia shares Matteo with her husband, Artem Chigvintsev.)

Following a eventful day that includes visiting a California winery, recording a podcast episode, cooking, and spending time with Chigvintsev, 41, Garcia wraps up the evening by reading Matteo a bedtime story. "It's heartwarming to see the books he chooses every night," the Total Bellas alum shares with Us. "I adore my son so much!"

Tune in to catch Barmageddon season 2 on USA Network on Mondays at 11 p.m. ET. Keep reading to track Garcia's daily routine.

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Nikki Garcia Says Going to the Gym Is Her Version of 'Me Time': Nothing Like a Good 'Sweat Session'

Every day, Nikki Garcia starts her morning with a workout at the gym after dropping off her 3-year-old son Matteo at school. "It's my 'me time'! There's nothing like a good sweat session when I can fit it in," the 40-year-old host of Barmageddon shares exclusively in the latest issue of We. "It's been tough lately, but I really cherish the days when I can make it happen." (Garcia shares Matteo with her husband, Artem Chigvintsev.)

After a hectic day that included a visit to a California winery, recording a podcast episode, cooking, and spending time with Chigvintsev, 41, Garcia finishes off the evening by reading Matteo a bedtime story. "It's absolutely adorable to see the books he chooses every night," the Total Bellas alum gushes to Us. "I'm completely smitten with my son!"

Catch Barmageddon season 2 on USA Network on Mondays at 11 p.m. ET. Keep scrolling to get a glimpse of Garcia's daily routine.

With reporting by Christina Garibaldi

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9:15 a.m.

Garcia kicks off her mornings by beelining to the gym — with a Celsius in hand — after son Matteo heads to school. 

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12:59 p.m.

The television host makes a stop at Hill Family Estate to stomp on grapes for Bonita Bonita, the wine brand she established alongside her twin, Brie Garcia: "We've had quite a bit of rain in Napa Valley this year, leading to a delayed harvest, but the grapes are looking absolutely delicious!"

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2:26 p.m.

With Chigvintsev rehearsing for Dancing With the Stars, he and Garcia prioritize staying connected. "During DWTS season, he and I live on FaceTime," the WWE Hall of Famer explains. "I wonder how many hours a day we spend on [there] — I can't even imagine!"

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3:30 p.m.

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4:45 p.m.

Making dinner with her son is a slice of heaven for the former wrestler. "Tonight's menu features ground beef, carrots, and rice," Garcia shares, noting Matteo's preference for adding "a little Cholula" to his dish. "It's perfecto, and he loves the spicy kick."

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6:25 p.m.

Following a bath, Garcia and Matteo cuddle up — her "favorite part" of the day, she says. "We always read two books before I turn the lights off at 7 P.M.," the Incomparable author tells Us.