I believe the perception of beauty has changed a lot lately. More women are focusing on becoming healthy and fit rather than skinny. Clearly our society stresses the importance of body image consciously and unconsciously. Every day we are exposed to celebrities that show us what we “should” look like; they have set the standard for beauty. People can challenge this idea all they want, but the fact is we are constantly comparing ourselves to the rich and famous. We secretly hate them, and secretly want to be them.
Recently I have watched celebrities transform into strong, healthy women. They are no longer rail-thin with bones sticking out. Those that are, are highly criticized for being unhealthy. The pictures in “People Magazine” show actresses and singers running the streets and biking with their kids. The focus has been taken off slamming coffee from Starbucks and shifted to healthful meals consisting of lean protein and fresh vegetables.
Fitness classes are the new buzz. There are many women I know that are enjoying Zumba, Pilates, kickboxing, and yoga. Building muscle and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are important. It is exciting to watch strong become the new beautiful.
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