04.06.2010
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Nine ways to strengthen your body love
For over ten years, Cosmo has been flying the flag for body love. Here are nine ways to start embracing your body for the awesome instrument it is - no matter what shape or size or height you may be.
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8. Remind yourself of all the amazing things your body can do - walk, run, complete a Spin class (hey, no mean feat), have sex, give birth. Seeing your body as an instrument, not just a prop, will give you a new perspective on body love. -
9. Remember: you are not your butt. Or your thighs. Or your tummy. You are great for a whole bunch of reasons that have nothing to do with the way you look. And unlike looks, that will never change. -
7. Get a second opinion. We're often our own worst enemies. Ask a partner or friend what their favourite part of your body is - we reckon you'll be pleasantly surprised. -
5. Don't try to make your body fit into clothes - buy clothes that fit your body. Clothes that flatter you and that you feel good in will make you feel a million bucks, guaranteed. -
6. Stand up straight. Really! It's amazing how good you feel when you're walking tall and proud. -
3. Don't beat yourself up if your diet or exercise plan isn't "working". Think about the health benefits of eating well and fitting in exercise, not the idea that you "should" be losing weight. -
4. Do things that make you feel good about yourself. The team here at Cosmo recommends blowdries, spray tans and even just coffee with a friend. -
1. Jennifer Aniston looks like this because she has a team of people whose job it is to make her look like this! You don't. Cut yourself some slack. -
2. If you're trying to lose weight, remember that it's actually not that easy. Weight loss is dependent on a lot of factors, some of which we're just not in control of.
8. Remind yourself of all the amazing things your body can do - walk, run, complete a Spin class (hey, no mean feat), have sex, give birth. Seeing your body as an instrument, not just a prop, will give you a new perspective on body love.
