Tyra Banks Has a Muffin Top …NOT!

It’s very rare to find a celebrity who embraces their flaws. So when TV talk show host, Supermodel, Tyra Banks tweeted a photo of herself, asking fans to check out her back fat, we just had to share it.

The “America’s Next Top Model” host, 38, flaunted her famous curves in theInstagram picture, writing, “Check the juicy muffintop on my back!

We don’t see anything, but you go, girl!

Tyra Banks isn’t afraid to  talk about her body and how it has changed over the years. The former Sports Illustrated and Victoria’s Secret model knows her abs aren’t as perfect as they once were, but she doesn’t care.

“When I was model and started to gain weight, the designers said they weren’t going to hire me anymore because I was getting too curvy,” Banks told Gurl.com last year. “And then years later, when I was doing a photoshoot for ANTM in Sydney, Australia and the paparazzi snapped some pictures of me and then the tabloids called me ‘Tyra Pork Chop Banks’ and all this stuff. That time it was hurtful in a bigger way because I had girls coming up to me saying that they were my size or bigger than me. So I felt like I needed to say something and that’s when I did a whole episode on my talk show about it,” she continued.

Have you always wanted to be a Plus Size Model?  Are you a woman with curves?  Are you a least 18 years of age and wear a size 12 and up?

Do have what it takes to glamorize good health?

Enter Divabetic’s First  GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS Model Search 

Saturday, October 13, 2012, 3 – 4 PM

Jefferson Alumni Hall , First Floor Eakins Lounge 10th and Locust Streets

Philadelphia, PA 19107

The prize? or rather prizes?

The Rules?

You must be at  least 18 years of age, wear a size 12 and up and live within a 25 mile radius of Philadelphia, PA..Email a full body picture and a beauty head shot no larger than 200K  to mrdivabetic@gmail.com before Thursday, October 11, 2012. Photos do not have to be taken by professionals. Dress to impress. All entrants must dress runway worthy for the catwalk and perform a runway walk for judges who are the top professionals in the plus industry. Divabetic will keep your information on file for future events. Because of the volume of emails, we are not able to respond to each request.

*An administrative, tax deductible fee of $5.00 is due upon submission of Divabetic model search application.

Register now for ’Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes’ - our largest free diabetes outreach event of the year promoting a diva attitude for living well with diabetes scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2012 in Philadelphia, PA.

‘Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes’, mixes free beauty and fashion services, a Plus Size fashion show and music with interactive diabetes education in a fun, comfortable setting to broaden the appeal of diabetes educational outreach for women. Our goal is to make every woman feel more beautiful inside and out through the help of a team of certified diabetes educators, registered dietitians, and beauty and fashion experts.

Saturday, October 13, 2012, 11 AM – 4 PM

Jefferson Alumni Hall , First Floor Eakins Lounge 10th and Locust Streets

Philadelphia, PA 19107

FREE ADMISSION

Register: 1-800-JEFF-NOW

HEALTHY DINING OUT ADVICE Tune in to Divabetic’s Free monthly Diabetes Podcast inspired by Taylor Swift featuring expert advice on dining out, grocery shopping and a frank, fashion forward discussion on diabulimia, Diabetes Numerology self-care games along with ‘diagnosis to DIVA’ stories http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/09/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-mystery-diva

Look who’s on the red tomato carpet with Mr. Divabetic at Plus Night Out -NYC

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of  Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX.

For sponsorship opportunities and upcoming outreach event details visit:  www.divabetic.org and Divabetic’s Facebook’s Group and Fan pages.

Flex Your Muscles Like One of ‘The Avengers’

She may be best known for playing Robin Scherbatsky on the long-running CBS sitcom “How I Met Your Mother,” but Cobie Smulders proved a scene-stealer as Agent Maria Hill in the blockbuster action flick “The Avengers” this summer.

So, how does the enviably svelte star stay in shape? In the September issue of Women’s Health, Smulders tells the magazine, “If I could be as fit as Madonna is now, that would be rad. For me, it’s more about being healthy than about how I look.” (Her HIMYM character has a similarly low-maintenance approach to working out.)

She continues, “I do Pilates because it’s important for me to have a healthy back when I’m 70 so I’m not hunched over and in pain. That’s more important to me than being thin.”

But the most important question remains: Who’s more of a badass in real life, Smulders or her “Avengers” co-star Scarlett Johansson?

“She could probably take me,” Smulders admits. “I’m all legs and arms, but she’s got a nice, low center of gravity.”

Look who else is flexing their diva attitude. Check out real people’s reactions to Mr. Divabetic unique way of promoting healthy eating habits at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA.

Mr. Divabetic is the host of Divabetic’s dynamic free online and mobile podcast channel featuring health care professionals, beauty, image/style and fitness experts, entertainment industry leaders and VIPs: women and men living with, at risk of and affected by diabetes.

Meet Mr. Divabetic on the red carpet at the American Diabetes Association Expo in Pittsburgh, PA and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Health Fair & Conferences in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX in Fall 2012. For more glitter, games and glucose advice visit: http://www.divabetic.org Original music by Douglas Clay: http://www.douglasclaymusic.com

LISTEN NOW: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Katy Perry  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/07/10/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-katy-perry

Diva Great Products: Hana 2 in 1 Running Shorts

 Athleta’s Hana 2 in 1 Short is perfect for preventing chaffing because the internal compression shorts won’t allow your thighs to rub. It’s a great all around short, especially on those extra bloating days when you want a little more coverage.

LISTEN NOW: Studio d’s free podcast on  Diabetes and Exercise hosted by Mr. Divabetic: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/05/01/studio-d–diabetes-and-exercixe

TRX Workout Introduction

The TRX is a piece of equipment that was developed by a Navy Seal so that he and his teammates could train wherever they were able: on a ship, in a hotel, at home, anywhere.  The set of straps can be attached to any high point and utilized for a variety of bodyweight exercises.  Most (if not all) of the exercises that can be performed on the TRX will challenge the athlete’s core strength, balance, cardiovascular conditioning, and flexibility.

Get the basics on suspension training along with a 10 exercise workout sure to shred up your entire body from top Philadelphia trainer Gavin McKay.

LISTEN NOW: Studio d’s free podcast on  Diabetes and Exercise hosted by Mr. Divabetic: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/05/01/studio-d–diabetes-and-exercixe

NFL’s Oldest Cheerleader – WOW!

While attending an NFL football game, Laura Vikmanis decided she wanted to become a Ben-Gals cheerleader. At age 41, she never thought she would be the oldest cheerleader in the league.

‘Get Into The Groove’ with Group Exercise

Experts agree that group exercise can be beneficial. “Working out in a group provides support, accountability, and structure,” says Lynne Vaughan, Chief Innovation Officer of the national YMCA. “People don’t want to let their buddy or group down, which is terrific in terms of adherence to an exercise routine.”

I totally agree! This past year I stayed in shape by taking several group exercise classes a week. I think making a New Year’s Resolution to join a group exercise class is a sure-fire way to stay in shape.

Sure, at times I felt like a total idiot because I couldn’t get the steps as quickly as everyone else in a class but I didn’t let that stop me. I used it to motivate me to going to class!

I also made a lot of new friends. Group classes help me fit in a full body workout in a set timeframe.

Group exercise classes vary by as much as the different fitness instructors who teach them. So try them all and mix them up. Variety really does create the best balance.

 

Diva Review: The Jane Fonda Prime Time Workout DVD

Divabetic: Jane Fonda's Prime Time Workout DVD

The Jane Fonda Prime Time Workout DVD consists of 2 workouts that are categorized into level 1 and level 2.  They are both approximately 25 minutes long to prevent putting too much  stress on the body.  The workouts use weights to tone and sustain muscles mass while you burn fat.

This new Jane Fonda’s Workout DVD is targeted to Baby Boomers and seniors.  However, even young people who are not in shape or are not in the mood to have a strenuous workout can benefit from this DVD.  Others who can benefit:

• People who are sick
• People who have injuries
• People who give birth
• People who get off track of their regular exercise program
• People who have let themselves go
• People who are overweight

Therefore, while it was designed for seniors in mind, the Jane Fonda Prime Time Workout DVD can definitely help others no matter what age.  Not everyone has the ability to do kick boxing, advanced aerobics, or high impact exercises.  This is an excellent DVD that you can fall back on when your body isn’t cooperating with what you want to be doing.

The majority of buyers have given this workout program a high rating.  They enjoy the walking workout because it is not too long.  The weight workout uses low poundage, but you can increase the weights if you wish.

While many users do like the weight and walking program, if you are into hard core exercising, this may not be the program for you.  It is more of an easy going type of exercising that is designed to get your muscles moving without strain or stress.

Users also feel there is a good balance with the exercises.  The routine is set up where there are just enough reps that will not make them tedious or tiresome.  It is not overpowering.  It is also good for people who simply hate to exercise.  According to users, the Jane Fonda Prime Time Workout DVD is just the right speed and amount of time for movement, stretching, and balancing.

Boy, does Jane Fonda look good too! Today, she turns 74 years old and seems to be in her prime.

How To Get Flat Abs: Diva Abs Secret #1

Divabetic: Diva Ab Secret #1

The frustrating reality is that the midsection is one of the trickiest areas of the body to tone. That’s why even women dedicated to regular exercise often can’t iron out their abs. Fortunately, with expert help, you can achieve the ultimate tummy.

Here’s the first of many tips we’ve found to you obtain a six pack without going to the store to buy one!

Diva Abs Secret #1: Target Your Core Muscles 

Start by targeting the muscles that lie beneath the superficial ones: your transverse abdominis, multifidis, and internal obliques. Who knew we had them in the first place?!!!! Strengthening these muscles will pull in your middle like a corset, keeping the area looking flat and toned. “Not only are these muscles weak in many women, but most of us don’t have a clue about how to engage them,” says celebrity trainer Valerie Waters, whose clients include Jennifer Garner and Elizabeth Berkley.

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Mariah Carey’s New Weight Loss Is Thanks To Jenny Craig

Divabetic: Mariah Carey says 'Thanks, Jenny!'

Mariah Carey has shed a whopping 70lbs in the past six months after giving birth to twins Moroccan and Monroe. But she didn’t do it alone … she did it with the help of Jenny Craig.

She said she knew needed to lose weight after seeing a photograph of herself shortly after being visited by friend Reverend Al Sharpton in hospital. ‘I looked at myself in the photo after and thought “Who on Earth is that?’ Mind you, I thought I looked good at the time!’

Mariah began the regime with a 1500 calorie a day special menu and workouts three times a week. ‘When I started, I got really strict with myself,’ she told Us magazine.

‘In our society we tend to just eat and eat because it’s there. I’d love to sit around and eat whatever I want all day, but now I have to watch it,’ she says.

‘Losing weight is about eating what you like, just in the appropriate portion sizes. I wouldn’t say it was really hard, but it required focus and determination. ‘The first week, I lost 40 lbs of just water. It was just water, initially. When I started with the program, I lost at least 30 lbs of weight that needed to be lost.’

‘Even thought my weight loss was mainly from dieting, I’m never going to stop working out.  ‘It releases stress,’ says Mariah, who says she’d like to return to her 2008 weight. I know I’m not going to look my thinnest every day, but I know how to get back there if I want to.’

She works out for 45 minutes five to six times a week with Sunday as a rest day doing a mixture of  cardio and aquatic workouts in water along with crunches, push-ups, triceps dips, lunges and squats. She added: ‘The whole point of this is not just like: “Oh, hey, look at me and my weight loss, I’m fantastic.” It’s really health.’’

New Hybrid Fitness Classes Keep Your Heart Rate & Interest Up!

Divabetic: Bring Out Your Inner Ballerina

If you like the idea of spinning, yoga or cardio but don’t want to commit to a full hour of it, a hybrid fitness class might be right for you. It’s also a great solution for people who are bored with their current workout routines and need to shake it up.

‘SLT’ stands for Strength, Lengthen and Tone. combines pilates, cardio, endurance and strength training in a 50 minute class that’ll give your body a seriously hardcore workout.

The 3-Sum is a mix of cycling, strength and yoga, and the Cross Cycle workouts uses tow studios for spinning and strength training.  In New York, there’s even a hybrid fitness class combining yoga and break dancing in a class called  ‘Breakti.’ If you’re more into ballet than break dancing, you’re in luck with  ‘Beyond Barre’ which is a combination of ballet-inspired barre work, free wights, ab-flattening and cardio.

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