Archive for the ‘Winning Against the Dragon: Beauty and Exercise’ Category
Beauty is more than skin deep; it goes all the way to the bone. Strong, healthy bones provide the stable, symmetrical canvas on which you can paint almost any portrait. When your stems and structure are strong, you can present any picture you like and pull it off with panache. Healthy bones are strong and dense. Bones are made up of a solid network of minerals that feed the rich marrow with a steady blood supply. New red blood cells are constantly being formed in the marrow, replacing old, dying Read more [...]
Most fashion designers create clothing to fit extremely thin models. Supermodels, including Giselle Bundchen and Kate Moss, range from a waifish size 2 US to a more buxom size 6 US. But the days of the “heroin chic” bony fashion model have blossomed into a healthier trend towards toned thighs and bigger biceps. When Angelina Jolie flashed her gams at the 2012 Academy Awards, she showed the world what a well-toned thigh looks like under a high-slit gown. Strength-training workouts help tone Read more [...]
