The four body shapes that hold the key to a woman's weight loss, according to celebrity personal traine

You've eaten too many mince pies, drunk more than enough mulled wine and may have turned your thoughts towards working off the Christmas pounds.

But before signing up for a gym membership, perhaps you should decide which of these body shapes you are.

Because that is the key to successfully achieving your goals, according to celebrity personal trainer Matt Roberts.

Yesterday Mr Roberts, whose clients include David and Samantha Cameron, said women’s bodies fall into four categories – apple, pear, hourglass and tubular. 

Body shapes

And as he gave his New Year’s fitness tips, which include swearing off alcohol for at least a month and cutting out all dairy except for milk in tea, Mr Roberts said it was ‘crucial’ to work with your shape.

Hourglass shapes – embodied by Myleene Klass, Kate Winslet or Nigella Lawson – should focus on their abdominals and go for long jogs or bike rides to help make themselves appear leaner.

Tubular women, such as Cara Delevingne or Keira Knightley, are advised to cut out cardiovascular work, avoid losing weight and instead do strength-based work to build muscle.

Pear shapes such as Beyonce and Rihanna, meanwhile, should work on building arm muscle and try out high-intensity interval training such as hill sprints.

And if like Melanie Griffith you are an apple, you can reduce your waistline with core work, long-duration cardio and leg weights to even out your shape.

Mr Roberts suggested visualising how you would like your body to look. ‘Think, what’s the best version of you?’ he said. ‘What do you actually want to look like in a year’s time? And have that as your reference point.’

Pear shapes like Rihanna should work on building arm muscle, while Tubular women like Keira Knightley are advised to cut out cardiovascular work, avoid losing weight and instead do strength-based work to build muscle 

But he added: ‘You need to be realistic about what your shape can become. If you look at Kate Moss and say, “I want to look like her, she looks great”, well she does. But if you’re an hourglass shape you are an hourglass shape so choose the role model for your shape that’s appropriate.’

He added: ‘If you get that right you can aspire to be the person you want to look like.

‘Otherwise it is just never going to happen, even with the best will in the world. You’ve got to tweak around your edges, not someone else’s.’

Mr Roberts went on to give his January weight loss tips, which include giving up alcohol and limiting dairy and sugar intake for a few weeks.

‘There’s three things to do in January that would get you guaranteed results,’ Mr Roberts said. ‘Stop drinking for four weeks because alcohol is a suppressant and it means we need other things to pick us up again.

‘Also reduce your dairy levels down to being just milk in tea but nothing else. And then look at your sugar levels.’

He added: ‘It’s only a small amount of time – spend January and February looking after yourself and you can look great, feel great and build towards looking fantastic in the summer.’

Cindy Crawford Shares Her Eating Habits, Food Philosophy

Fun fact: Cindy Crawford is 48 years old. How does she look so fabulous? We bet her diet plays a part. And lucky for all of us curious folks out there, Cindy is opening up about her daily noshing activities. The best part? Her eating habits sound totally reasonable!

"On a typical weekday, I usually have a protein shake for breakfast because it's fast—I need to get the kids out the door—and then I go right to work out. I find that sometimes if you eat you have to take extra time to let it settle," she explains in a recent piece on Into the Gloss. "And then for lunch, I'll have salad, sometimes with chicken, sometimes without. For dinner, we'll go for sushi. Or if we eat at home, I'll try to make a meal like turkey meatballs with pasta, a salad, and a vegetable. I just don't have the pasta, and the kids don't have the vegetables or the salad [laughs]. I don't like when my meals are completely different from their meals, but that works."

For beverages, Cindy says she mostly sticks to water to avoid hidden liquid calories. "I drink green tea, but I had to stop drinking as much caffeine as I used to," she says. "I had stomach issues, so coffee—especially on an empty stomach—doesn't really agree with me. Tequila, though, kills all the bugs. My husband enjoys having a cocktail, so I can't make him drink alone."

We love how Cindy doesn't take an all-or-nothing approach to healthy eating: "Diet-wise, I don't eat crap, and I don't eat a lot of packaged foods," she says. "I could easily be vegetarian, but it's not practical with my family. I try to be 80 percent good 80 percent of the time."

Making four out of five of your meals mostly healthy sounds pretty doable, even for non-supermodels. Considering giving Cindy's philosophy a shot?

How to Get Salon-like Curls at Home

These days, no one really sticks to the type of hair they are born with. Straight, wavy or curly, you name it and you can get it.

If you love curly hair, but are not naturally blessed with those luscious curls, all you can do is take help of your beautician, right? Wrong! Instead of going for expensive and harmful treatments that involve heat and chemicals, you can now have your favorite curls at home!

Without investing in any styling equipment, you can get your favourite kind of curls to match with your look. Be it breezy waves or eccentric noodle hair, you can have it all. We have five easy ways to get the curly hair of your dreams.

Paper bag curls
To get the basic wavy curls, you need not treat them with any heat. All you have to use is a paper bag! Wash your hair, condition it and let it dry naturally. Now make thin sections of your hair and spread swipes of mousse evenly in the sections. Then take a huge sheet of paper and cut long strips of it. Wrap the sections of your hair with it in an inward direction. After carefully folding all the sections, tie all the edges in a bun. Soon the paper strips will effectively soak the wetness, drying your hair and giving you a perfect beach wave. Watch the video below to get a clear idea of how this is done.

Crimped curls
If you are a fan of Kangana's crimped up curls, all you have to do to get them is ditch the harsh crimping machine to begin with. Wet your hair and make a perfect French braid. Now allow your hair to dry and then undo the braid. Loosen your hair with some serum on your fingers. Do this right before you go to bed and get naturally crimpy hair in the morning.

Beautiful beach waves
As we know that salt water creates a gorgeous, carefree and tousled look for the hair. But you need not go to the beach every time to get that wavy look! You can do so in the comfort of your home. Just take a spray bottle and fill it with warm water, two tablespoons of salt and 1/4th cup of conditioner. Shake well and spray this mixture over clean and dry hair. Be prepared to be pleasantly surprised!

Soft rolled curls
To get the voluminous looking soft curls, wash your hair thoroughly, and comb away all the tangles while they dry. Apply a styling mousse from roots to the ends. Then divide the hair into 4-5 sections and neatly roll them in simple plastic hair rollers. Make sure that the ends of your hair are laying flat on the rollers. Once all sections of your hair are covered, put on a shower cap to secure the hair neatly. Leave it on for 6-7 hours or overnight. Then unroll the rollers one at a time. Loosen the hair with your fingers and brush gently to get soft curls.

Sleek curls
To get the neatly slicked back curls, wash your hair thoroughly and let it dry. Apply a good amount of mousse on to it. Now take a thin comb to divide your hair into many sections. Twist each section as much as you can and hold it by tying a rubber band at the end. Secure all ends with bobby pins. Now blow dry your hair. Remove the rubber bands and pins when the hair dries completely. You will be surprised at the results.

Getting the perfect curly hair in the comfort of your home is no more an impossible dream. You can have your favourite curls to match your outfit and your look for any occasion. If you have any more hair styling tips, do share with our readers in the comments section below.

What Married Women Can Learn from Sunny Leone

Vivacious, hot, bold and now, the most sought-after in the Indian glamour industry, the mention of actress Sunny Leone can bring a number of adjectives to your mind. But this beautiful bombshell is also an enterprising young woman with a mind of her own. Although it is true that she came from a rather frowned upon choice of career, it is equally true that she has now carved her name in Bollywood quite efficiently. Sunny Leone is one name that cannot be ignored anymore. 

And while you wonder what Indian brides can learn from an international adult film star, let us assure you that you are in for a surprise. This "baby doll" does have a thing or two that can actually better you as a woman, and in fact make your husband value you even more! Surprised? Read on to get some important life lessons from Sunny Leone.

Be confident and proud of what you do 

This is probably the most important thing that all women should take note of. It is very well-known, right from the time she entered the Bigg Boss house that Sunny Leone was never ashamed of what she did. Be it facing the cameras for Bollywood movies or walking the ramp for Indian designs, she is always seen walking with grace and confidence, and with a bright smile. What we are suggesting is, no matter what you do, whether you are a student, a medical professional or a homemaker, be very proud of it. More importantly, let your confidence shine bright in your attitude and your body language. Your self-belief will make you a much better wife and mother than you already are, trust us. 

Keep looking ahead

When she came to India, she was ridiculed, looked down on, criticised and even protested against! But Sunny Leone kept moving ahead, looking for a better tomorrow. Even though she has admitted to have been very scared at times, she did not give up. Ultimately she had the choice to make a successful name for herself in B-town and she did take it! So, what we are suggesting is, no matter what the situation seems like, just keep looking ahead with positivity and confidence. That alone will make a better tomorrow for you.

Love yourself first

Let’s just face it; whether we admit to it or not, we do dream for and desire that perfect body like Sunny Leone! But the way this 32-year-old looks flawless and fit, it is clear that she worships her body like a temple. She is a health freak who swears by her strict workout regime and a healthy diet. “I work out as much as I can. With the schedule that I have, it is very hard to maintain a routine. But when I cannot work out, I try to eat very healthy- lots of vegetables and milk every day,” she says. This is a very important lesson for women who tend to ignore their health and fitness especially after getting married. Only if you are healthy and fit will you be able to take care of your husband, kids and family. And it isn’t that difficult! Just stay away from junk food, have a regular exercise routine and pamper yourself in the spa or salon every few days.

Be your man’s ultimate fantasy  

Sunny is every man’s ultimate fantasy, and though it might sound a little too bold, this can be achievable by you too! Though it seems rather impossible, remember that men will always be men (if you know what we mean!) and your husband is not an exception. He certainly dreams of you being the hot seductress like Sunny. We agree that your day is filled with many roles and responsibilities, but make it a point that you save the evening for him. This is where taking care of your body also comes into picture. Apart from giving him time, make sure that you welcome him with a smile, smell great and act enticing. Learn the art of being a seductress to your man. You are his prized possession in every way possible; why would he even think of Sunny when you become his fantasy girl?

Be responsible (yes, read it again)

Sunny Leone has seen the most glamorous side of life and her profession involves stuff that many people often call superficial- looking and dressing good and living a luxurious life. But she is very well aware of her social responsibilities and plays this role beautifully. Apart from being a strong PETA supporter, she raises money to support cancer patients and underprivileged children, and recently is also working for dog rescue and adoption. This might sound preachy, but helping those in need, not just materially but even emotionally as and when you can, will make you feel much better about yourself. You can do your tiny bit by helping your maid’s children study or even sponsoring an orphan or donating clothes and books to charity. The things you can do are endless; all you have to do is try! Giving something to the society is one of the many important values that you can actually pass on to your kids.

It is incredible how much you can learn from the bold bombshell. While you try to adopt these simple points, also make sure you never compromise on your principles and values in life. If there is more that you think you could learn from Sunny, do share with us in the comments box below.

10 Stars Reveal Their Surprising Secrets to Looking Younger

Is it just us—or do some celebrities just seem ageless? Yes, we know they’re not all 18 anymore, and some of them have racked up a lot of life experience along the way—from A-list boyfriends to bad movies to even worse fashion choices. Still, there are a group of stars who manage to look absolutely flawless even as they get older, and we couldn’t resist finding out how.

Of course, having a bottomless bank account and all the access in the world doesn’t hurt, but we did find out that some of these stars utilize techniques that work for all of our budgets. Below, find out how these 10 celebrities look so young!

1. Halle Berry: At 46-years-old, Berry is practically superhuman. Firstly, she recently announced she was pregnant for the second time (which is rare for her age), and secondly, she has literally never looked better! Her secret? Products from Kinara Spa in L.A. She makes sure to clean her skin and moisturize morning and night, and she also seriously lays off the makeup when she’s not on set to give her skin a break. Also, DDF organic sunscreen is a daily must.

2. Jennifer Aniston: At 44, Aniston is still one of Hollywood’s sexiest starlets—and it’s a pricey process to keep her youthful glow. She recently revealed that she indulges in chemical peels. “It’s extremely intense. You don’t realize you look like a battered burn victim for a week,” she said on Conan O’Brien’s talk show. “Then [the dead skin on your face] just kind of falls off—for eight days. It was horrifying.” Additionally, she uses $350 Mila Moursi Rejuvenating Serum that she got from her facialist everyday.

3. Kim Kardashian: It’s no surprise that Kardashian employs a bevy of beauty treatments to keep up her looks. Aside from seriously caking on the makeup when she hits the town (although she has cut back immensely since being pregnant with boyfriend Kanye West‘s baby), she’s a fan of Fraxel. Fraxel, a laser treatment that resurfaces the skin, is one of her favorites and it can cost up to $2,500 a session.

4. Reese Witherspoon: At 37-years-old, Witherspoon looks like she could be a teenager—and luckily for us, her regimen is easily replicated. She eats healthy and works out regularly, which are obviously crucial, but when it comes to her face she’s fairly low maintenance. Consistent hydrating moisturizer is essential for her—especially before applying makeup. According to her makeup artist, who told Style.com that she favors Chanel Hydramax Active Moisture Cream, which you can snag for $65—a small investment to look like her!

5. Gisele Bundchen: 32-year-old Brazilian bombshell supermodel Bundchen always makes sure to take care of her sensitive complexion, and that’s why she’s always so fresh-faced and stunning. She told Elle that a makeup artist once gave her Nelsons Acne Gel when she had a horrible pimple, and since then, she uses it. She also uses Lancome’s pink foaming cleanser to remove her makeup and Victoria’s Secret Total remover for her eyes. Does it make anyone else incredibly jealous that she barely pays anything for these products and is still so gorgeous?

6. Cate Blanchett: At 44, we can’t help but admire Blanchett’s perfect skin. Want to look like her? It’s simple. The British beauty swears by a range of SK-II products, like their Whitening Source Derm-Revival Mask and Facial Treatment Essence. No, it’s not cheap—but for a year-round glow that makes you look 20 years younger, we’d say it’s worth it.

7. Jennifer Lopez: At 43, Lopez is one of the world’s most beautiful women. Her secret? Sunscreen. Lopez always steps out in SPF 15 or higher, and she also indulges in Plazen Placenta Collagen Masks. This pricey (and controversial) cosmetic procedure takes hours, proving that it’s always worth it to spend a few extra hours to ensure your skin looks excellent.

8. Kate Moss: The 39-year-old model may be known for her hard partying lifestyle, but there’s a reason why she still looks fabulous, and that’s her sunscreen. Everyday, she lathers on SPF 50 sunscreen to maintain her youthful glow.

9. Sienna Miller: Not only is Miller our ultimate style crush, but her beauty regimen is completely accessible. Her primary tip? Get a good night’s sleep! In addition to being well-rested, Miller suggests products like Amorepacific ABC Serum.

10. Diane Kruger: It’s no secret that Kruger is one of the most beautiful women in Hollywood. The starlet keeps up her appearance thanks to her favorite products, like Kiehl’s Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion which is perfect for her sensitive skin. She also suggests that you should never go to bed without removing your makeup. If it’s that simple to look that good, why wouldn’t you take her advice?!

Miranda Kerr’s Super Model Ballet Workout

Miranda Kerr, one of the famous faces of Victoria’s Secret’s runway, shares her secrets to a perfectly toned body. Her secret is simple, the secret is the ballet barre. Her ballet workout has sculpted her shapely shoulders and tight tush.

Follow the next video of Miranda’s favorite exercises from the personal trainer and founder of Ballet Bodies, Andie Hecker. Its time for you to bring out your inner ballerina and let her guide you into deep abs, you don’t need any dance experience to work these moves, but you do require enthusiasm and willpower.

This workout routine consists of Pilates fused with ballet techniques, a fat-blasting combo that burns 300-500 calories per workout, it utilizes true ballet fundamentals placed atop Pilates, traditional personal training and various cardiovascular activities such as jumping and kicking.

The shocking secrets behind celebrities’ fitness

Celebrities have to crash diet often in order to play roles, they have to either gain a lot of pounds or shed them fast. Some people try to follow these type of diets, but the problem with these diets is that they have known and unknown long term dangers for your overall health: They mostly cause nutrient deficiencies in your body, and potentially cause your body to store more fat than usual. Besides the factor of high prices, they will affect your metabolism in a terrible way. Famous celebrities such as Jennifer Hudson, Christian bale, Nicole Richie, Mila Kunis, and Renée Zellwege have been forced to lose or gain a lot of weight for Oscar winning movie roles.

Mila Kunis: For Black Swan, her 20-pound weight loss, dropping to a mere 95 pounds was based on doing intense workout sessions: ballet, cardio exercises and Pilates four-to-five hours a day, seven days a week.

Anne Hathaway: For Les Miserables, she restricted her diet by eating two twin squares of dried oatmeal paste a day and nothing else.

Some extreme diets and why they don’t work:

The Lemonade Diet:

You are not allowed to have any food for 10 days, other than have a drink made from lemons, maple syrup and cayenne pepper. A dramatic weight loss is evident. Beyonce Knowles, Naomi Campbell, Gwyneth Paltrow and Oprah Winfrey had followed this diet.

If your plan is a long-term weight loss, this diet doesn’t work for you, because all you are losing is water weight and your body is not getting enough essential nutrients.

Baby food diet:

In this diet you’re allowed to eat puree baby food for 14 days. This is a low calorie intake diet of about 600 calories a day. Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston follow this one. It is bad for your body and health because you are not getting enough calories, therefore you will be moody, tired and weak.

Cabbage soup diet:

The diet is all you can eat cabbage soup. The weight loss results are fast and dramatic but they are associated with elevated sugar cravings, fatigue due to the low calorie intake and mood swings. It also creates a lot of stomach problems and it’s told to produce a lot of flatulence.

Seaweed diet:

Victoria Beckham follows this diet, based on eating only soybeans, strawberries and lettuce, plus two daily pints of algae as well as a seaweed shake. Many nutritionists believe that in this diet your body is not getting enough nutrients for proper functioning.

The cookie diet:

This diet consists on eating two special low-glycemic cookies each for your breakfast and lunch, and a super light dinner. This diet is very expensive, since each week you spend close to $60 in cookies. Also you are not eating anything else that gives you natural energy or fiber. Kim Kardashian and Snooki have done this one before.

No carbs diet:

Although many celebrities have lost a lot of weight by eliminating carbohydrates, cutting out carbs completely isn’t necessarily the best or the safest way to lose weight, since once you return to a normal diet you will gain all that weight back. Also some carbs are fuel and energy for your body and are essential parts of a healthy diet.

The purple diet:

Mariah Carey’s famous diet consists on eating only purple food for 3 days a week.

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10 Healthy Breakfast Smoothies For Successful Weight Loss [ Infographic]
If you are overweight or obese and would like to overcome this problems, it makes sense for you to try out the following ten and time tested breakfast smoothies. All of them are proven and have a good track record of managing overweight and obesity problems quite efficiently.