Work That Model Figure!

Work That Model Figure!
By ANA KRISTINE B. VALENZUELA
MOD MAY 2010

IT is not magic that makes a model’s body hourglass-perfect. Neither is it having only half a cup of yogurt and gobbling a salad after.

These models eat whatever they want, be it a greasy cheeseburger or a medium-rare steak. Oh, they also make it a point to exercise, whether to burn calories or to battle post-pregnancy fat.

Mika Lagdameo-Martinez

Mika Lagdameo is one of the most familiar faces in the local fashion industry. She has endorsed a pizza chain, a telecommunications company, to name a few, and fired up the runway. Right after she gave birth to her daughter, she went to the gym every single day. She runs at marathons, and has finished two kilometers at a single run so far. She does not deprive herself of food, eating five to six meals a day. She snacks on just about anything and eats whenever she’s hungry. Mika confesses that she loves steak, but opts for more of the healthy fish and vegetable for her everyday food.
Kate Moss
The uber supermodel who never admitted to having any eating disorder is known for her thin, waif-ish body. After giving birth to a baby girl, however, she gained weight that had put her career momentarily on hold. Kate decided on a healthy diet of toast, fruits, vegetables, chicken, and fish. She got on a regular exercise regime that included running and meditation.

Tweetie de Leon–Gonzales

After more than a decade in the modeling industry, Tweetie de Leon-Gonzales still looks the way she did when she competed at the Ford Supermodel of the World. She believes she gets her great body from her mother’s genes, proper nutrition, and regular exercise. A mother to four kids, Tweetie has been working out since she was 15 years old. Nowadays, she plays squash three times a week and squeezes in core training and yoga to her busy schedule. She eats in moderation and never deprives herself of food, saying that this is the cause of bingeing. Vegetables are a constant in her diet and she also takes in multivitamins daily.
Gisele Bundchen
The Brazilian supermodel always manages to strut her stuff by keeping in shape. But, believe it or not, her diet secret is cheeseburgers. Yup, she loves to eat them. Not surprising at all, since she was discovered in a fast food chain. Gisele, who gave birth to a baby boy late last year, also manages to keep fit by doing yoga every day. She is also into horseback riding and volleyball, which she does at least three times a week.
Angel Aquino
The model, actress, and host of Us Girls, Angel Aquino is a believer of overall wellness. She is conscious about what she takes into her body. She has cut down on meat, like pork and beef. She makes it a point to have her meals cooked with little or no preservatives and processed ingredients. Angel also squeezes in Bikram Yoga classes whenever her schedule permits it.