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Beauty and Body Image in the Media
March 29th, 2010 | Author: admin
The pictures of female bodies are seen being displayed all over the place. These women along with parts of their bodies are used for selling everything from cars, clothes to food and more.
In the present times famous film and TV actresses are seen becoming slimmer and trimmer, taller and younger in age. Women’s magazines are seen to be full of these overwhelming articles that promise losing the last twenty pounds will turn out to be the perfect solution for situations in life – from marriage, sex, children and career.
The question that arises is that why are women being made to live up to such stringent standard of beauty? Certain analysts suggest that this approach is more economical where a steady and overwhelming growth is seen and maintained in the diet and cosmetic industry.
Youth is definitely clubbed along with this concept and standard of beauty where “thinness” is the mantra of today of being beautiful. Women are being constantly bombarded with this idea of thinness and beauty concept. If one does not require losing weight, surely she will be aging and will need to maintain a false and superficial appearance. In the world of the beautiful “age” or “aging” is a disaster that must be managed.
The stakes are high. It has been observed that women are insecure about their body statistics and facial appearances tend to purchase more of these beauty and weight loss products. In view of today the diet industry is itself worth 40 to 100 billion US dollars. Research and study suggests that this image of young, thin and ultra-model women has its links to depression, unhealthy eating habits and lack of self esteem.
The Research group of the American Nervosa and related eating disorders, Inc. reports that one out of every four college-going woman tends to have eating disorders and use unhealthy weight reduction methods such as skipping meals, over dieting, excessive fasting, rigorous exercise, use of laxatives and puking. The Canadian women’s heath network has also reported that girls as young as 5 to 6 years of age are implanting unhealthy weight reduction and diet programs on themselves.
In the year 2003, the Teen magazine reported that 35% girls aged between 6 and 12 was on at least one diet program and 50-70% or them considered themselves to be overweight when actually their weight was normal. This falsified concept of beauty and remaining young is taking its toll on the younger generation and research substantiates that almost 90% of the women are experiencing some sort of dissatisfaction regarding their image, appearance and self esteem.
Unattainable Beauty
The media tends to portray an image of beauty that is unattainable and perfect beauty figures and appearances can be achieved and attained only by a small section of women who are professionals and perfectionists. The rest will never reach this standard, but should strive to achieve it.
Researcher trying to develop a computerized model of a woman according to the proportions of a Barbie doll found out that women would actually die from malnutrition and weakness. It is estimated that almost 99% girls in the age limit of 3-10 years own a Barbie doll.
Seeking to achieve unhealthy standards of weight is an epidemic that can have devastating consequences on health. In 2006 a statistical survey revealed that nearly 4, 50,000 Canadian women were suffering from some kind of eating disorder.
The Culture of Thinness
Researchers have also highlighted the fact the women’s magazines have more articles and advertisements on thinness and weight loss as compared to that of men. Films and television portray the thin body of a standard and measure of the worth of a woman. It has also been reported that healthy women experienced some sort of negative comments from their male counter parts because of their bodies.
There has been an effort to change the trend where in Madrid in the year 2006, ultra-thin models were banned from walking the ramp. The Quebec magazine Coup de Pounce is continuously adding images of healthy and normal sized women. Furthermore, Spain has undertaken a project where clothes would be standardized according to normal body statistics of woman.
Despite these efforts the advertisements “Thinness is the ultimate standard and pillar to success” and “become thin to attain a perfect body” still prevails. Today models weigh 23% less than an average woman. Advertisers believe thin models sell products better than an average sized women, so the hype is all the more.
They continue to believe and remain convinced that only thin models can spur the sales figures of beauty products in the market.
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March 28th, 2010 | Author: admin
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March 28th, 2010 | Author: admin
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Interval Fitness Training for Maximal Efficiency
March 25th, 2010 | Author: admin
By Rob Rayburn, Personal Fitness Trainer
Interval training can mean several things to several individuals, but in the context of fitness training, a generic definition could be: a fitness training method that involves deliberately varying the intensity level of the training session at consistent intervals throughout the session. While interval training is not limited to the muscles of the lower body, for purposes of example, this article will focus on lower body interval training.
There are many reasons for one to incorporate interval training into his or her routine. This form of training is so efficient and effective that its popularity is growing across the nation. Ideally, lower-body interval training involves an aerobic, or fat burning activity such as running, swimming, cycling, with consistently scheduled and timed bouts of increased intensity mixed into the session. The objectives of an interval training session are:
· Lower intensity, fat-burning aerobic workout at a specific training heart rate (normally 55-65 percent of one’s maximum heart rate)
· Higher intensity, short bursts of anaerobic activity that help in building lean muscle mass, as well as increasing overall endurance
When I talk to people about fitness and exercise, a common response I hear is, “I don’t have time to exercise.” That is what makes interval training so appealing to those who don’t have a lot of time to invest in a fitness program. From a personal perspective, I have had great success with interval training. Chances are, if you are currently working out at all, you can add the change of pace that interval training provides. For instance:
1. If one regularly jogs for thirty minutes a day, and is healthy enough to do so, try mixing timed intervals of sprinting into the workout. Safety note: Obviously sprinting is much more intense than jogging. Initially keep the intervals relatively short (perhaps 15-30 seconds) and periodically check your heart rate.
2. By mixing the short, timed sprints into the workout, one is receiving a good muscle-building workout for the legs, as well. Sprinting forces the muscles of the legs to contract powerfully and repeatedly in “rapid-fire” mode, encouraging a maximum number of fast-twitch muscle fiber involvement, eventually leading to larger, more powerful muscles in the legs.
It is worth repeating that interval training works in the same fashion with a wide variety of aerobic activities. The elements that make it interval training are the short bursts of timed activity at an accelerated heart rate. It is important to note that interval training is, in fact, an advanced training technique and should not be used by someone who is just beginning to get acquainted with exercise, or someone who hasn’t exercised for a prolonged period of time.
Yet another safety note: if one currently suffers from heart disease, any other cardio disorder, asthma,
Hypertension, hypoglycemia, or pulmonary disorder, consult your physician prior to performing interval training or any other form of vigorous training.
Interval training is one of the most time efficient methods known to personal trainers to get the absolute maximum from a training session. As usual, this form of training will not be for everyone. One has to be physically capable, and in reasonably decent health to perform this type of exercise. If there is any doubt, see a physician prior to engaging in the activity.
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How To Find The Best Golf Gifts For The Women Golfers In Your Life
March 21st, 2010 | Author: admin
When you wonder about golf gifts for women, you may be thinking what kind of things just a women golfer might need that she doesn’t already have. It may be a surprise to some, but the best golf gifts that you can give are the ones they can use on the course. There are many golf gifts for women that are made just for women, to be used on the course.
Some of the most useful types of gifts for women to use on the course could be as simple as tees, balls, golfing gloves and other small items that are useful that you can stuff into a smaller bag. You can look at these types of gifts as a golf basket instead of a gift basket. Items like these placed in a small bag are items that a women can use on the course so she doesn’t have to worry about looking for them when she needs them.
Although the most of women want to wear visors and caps, almost every woman wears a cap at some time on the course. Which makes a cap a good idea for a golf gift? The best type of cap to get is one with a soft bill, so that it can better fit women around the face area and so she can keep the sun out of her face while she is playing.
Also another great golf gift for women is a feminine time watch. As you may have already known if you are a golfer yourself, is that women don’t wear watches on the course because it can tend to throw off their swing while playing, which is why time pieces make very good gifts for women on the course.
More great golf gifts for women can be light clothing so they can be less sweaty on the course and can swing better. There are many custom cut and light clothing products just for women to wear on the course. There are even matching pairs of clothing for men and women which would make a great gift for a couple who loves to golf.
Like the sport of golf, there is a wide market for golf gifts for women. All these gifts are wide in variety and all can be a gift for a women golfer. Even if you may think she already has it get something like it and make sure she can use it on the course. Remember all gifts that she can use on the course are the best golf gifts of all. If you don’t try then you don’t succeed so just try and make it special for her when you try and buy something that will help here. Anything that will help her on the course she will most greatly appreciate.
