MODEL ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITLEY WORKS OFF HER THANKSGIVING FEAST AT PILATES

It's nice to know that even genetically blessed supermodels need to work hard to stay in shape! Model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, one of the top models in the world, was spotted leaving a Pilates class in LA on Monday. We reckon she was trying to work off the Thanksgiving feast she would have eaten over the weekend! 

The 28-year-old looked very long and lean as she left the Pilates studio, wearing all black which showed her off her amazing figure and very toned and tight derriere. The Victoria Secret model 's trainer, James Duigan, reveals that when Rosie is not attending Pilates classes, she is working on her core by doing core-strengthening exercises instead of the traditional setup or ab crunch, which sounds just like more Pilates to us! 

 “It’s not sit-ups that get you a flat stomach, it’s planks and twists, where you actively practise pulling your stomach in – this is a habit that needs to be learned,” Duigan says.  He adds it is also important to manage your stress, as the stress hormone cortisol stores fat around your stomach and makes you crave sugar because your body thinks you need it. 

In addition to Pilates, Rosie works on her cardio with hiking and running. She also likes to go to Yoga classes when she has time. Her trainer advises her to take a fish oil tablet, which burns fat around the mid-section and reduces inflammation in the body.  “Rosie makes a mean guacamole, which is a filling and nutrient-dense snack,” Duigan says. “About half an avocado a day is the perfect way to include fat-fighting food in your diet.”

The famous Brit model has learnt over the years how important being fit is for her health. Rosie says: “It’s so simple to get into shape, have more energy and glowing skin by eating the right food. James has taught me that looking your best comes from having good health. Health reflects in your skin, body and hair and gives you a natural glow.”

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FORMER VICTORIA SECRET'S ANGEL DOUZTEN KROES KEEPS HER PILATES UP

Even though model Doutzen Kroes is no longer a Victoria Secret Angel she has no plans to cease the lingerie company's recommended fitness program, which includes regular Pilates ! The Dutch model was asked just recently if she has 'let go' with regards to her tough runway exercise regime and her response was this: "No, because what I thought the other day was, if you have a Victoria's Secret picture it's retouched, but paparazzi don't retouch so it makes it even more pressure when there are photographers on the beach. Basically nothing has changed and I have to be in the same shape!''

When asked by Grazia magazine how she stays in such toned shape, Kroes revealed: ''I am in Amsterdam at the moment and as I was biking I thought maybe this is why (why she is in such good shape), because we have the canal and the bridges and I bike everywhere. It's a lot of cardio when you go fast. I do that and Pilates and I run around with the kids all day so I'm on my feet all day long. I go to Pilates three times a week.''

The Dutch beauty's abs are incredible, as you can see for yourself from the photos above! It's hard to believe that she had her daughter just one year ago. When asked how she got back into shape, the model replied, " It was hard to find the time to work out, but for my job I have to. I would work out, but I would also have my teacher come to my place so I could do Pilates at home. I gave birth end of July and then I had the Victoria’s Secret show in November, four months later, so I started around the beginning of October because you can’t start too early because of your abs and you have to be careful. I was doing exercises from October, and did a lot with LA Beautiful in New York and mixed in Pilates and biking." Nice to hear that even a model takes a few months off after having a baby before working out! 

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PILATES is ONE of CINDY CRAWFORDS' ANTI-AGEING SECRETS

Cindy Crawford looks amazing and frankly age-defying at her 48-years of age. The supermodel told Vogue magazine just last week that she owes her toned & trim body to regular Pilates, cardio workouts and low-carbohydrate eating. 

Cindy also revealed in the interview that she has a health & fitness book in the pipeline that will be released in the US autumn. Crawford will list her beauty, diet and workout secrets in this personal book. 

"It'll (her health & fitness book) come out in the fall before I turn 50, so it's kind of a way to celebrate turning 50 as opposed to dreading it," Cindy told Vogue.

Crawford works out 3-4 times a week, doing Pilates, Yoga, running, spinning, stair-climbing, hiking, weights and circuit training. The athletic model likes to mix up her exercise routine so that she does not get bored and so she gets an all-over-body-workout. 

Cindy's stunning figure is also a result of her healthy and low-carb eating plan, however the mother-of-two admits that she does indulge occasionally. "I love chocolate and I have some every day," Cindy said. "I like to get the Dagoba Chocodrops that are 74 percent cacao. I like that they are chip-sized, so a small handful satisfies." That's a clever way to consume your guilty pleasure, just with a few small bites! 

Crawford has made millions due to her trim figure, as well as managing her own very successful skincare line (Meaningful Beauty). Cindy reveals to Vogue that she is a little scared of turning 50, but that over the years she has learnt to embrace ageing. "Beauty changes as I get older. I've always found that beauty and confidence are synonymous. If you feel confident, that's what people see. I always tell people to fake it until they make it."

Crawford is not shy in admitting that she has had some cosmetic work done (including Botox), however she believes that her secrets to ageing gracefully and being happy lie in doing regular exercise that she enjoys, eating healthily and maintaining a positive attitude. 

"My goal in life is not to be happy all the time. That's asking a lot. I just want to be present so I can experience whatever emotion is there. Sometimes it's joy, sometimes it's not joy, and I'm fine with that. I just want to be real."

Want to find an exercise regime that works your whole body and keeps you interested? Keen to eat your daily dark chocolate and keep trim and taut? Call Premium Pilates Studio today on 0402 680 724 or visit us at premiumpilatesstudio.com to discover our tough reformer and matwork Pilates workouts! 

x Emily 

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SUPERMODEL NAOMI CAMPBELL PRACTISES PILATES EVERY DAY

The very famous supermodel Naomi Campbell revealed the secret behind her super toned 43-year old figure last week; Pilates every morning! The fiery British model loves nothing more than starting her morning with her Pilates instructor Dave Higgins, who founded studio TenPilates in London. Campbell posted the above photo of herself working hard in class on the reformer machine with the caption 'Morning darling stretch and Rise'. 

The toned model likes to do Pilates and yoga every single day and considers this workout regime as essential as her morning juice and herbal tea. Whilst the age-defying beauty does consider juice to be a major part of her diet, she does not starve herself. 'I’ve never done it (starve myself), and I never will,' Campbell confirms. 'I’m even more active when I’m juicing, doing both yoga and Pilates every day.' Naomi's eating plan is extremely clean and healthy and includes lots of hot water and lemon in the morning followed by vegetable juices, herbal teas and salads with fish or steak for the remainder of the day. 

The leggy model admits that she does indulge occasionally, as she loves a particular type of English chocolate bar. Ms Campbell has recently become healthier than ever, after giving up her decades-long addiction to smoking. 'People told me that cigarettes are harder to quit than alcohol....I didn’t believe it, but you know what? It is harder.' So far she is working hard to stay away from this unhealthy habit with the help of nicotine patches. 

 Campbell recalls that her journey to supermodel status has not always been smooth sailing, due to facing extreme discrimination over the colour of her skin. According to Naomi, this has been a huge obstacle and challenge that she has had to face throughout her career. 'But I learned if you don’t accept no for an answer, you often get a yes.' We believe that the trim star owes a substantial amount of her confidence and achievements to her commitment to a regular exercise routine and healthy eating. 

Want to improve your flexibility, strength and confidence like Noami? Call Premium Pilates Studio today on 0402 680 724 or visit us online to inquire at premiumpilatesstudio.com. 

x Emily 

Images & story adapted from femalefirst.co.uk, shape.com, bossip.com