Have you ever wonder how your favorite super models like Heidi Klum, Marissa Miller, and Gisele Bundchen keep their abs in sleek shape?  Here are a few tips, snacks, and meal ideas to help you achieve hourglass curves just like these runway beauties…

Healthful snacks that curb your appetite and are good for your body:

• Edamame
• Roasted soy nuts
• Swiss cheese
• Apples
• Berries
• Egg whites
• Sweet potatoes
• Salmon
• Tuna
• Raw almonds
• Oranges and other citrus fruits
• Greek yogurt
• Oatmeal

Exercises to achieve flat abs:

• Crunches using a balance ball
• Using 3-5 pound weights with toning exercises
• Switching up your exercise routine regularly, this will ensure your body does not become accustomed to routine
• Running and/or walking in intervals
• Yoga & Pilates help keep lean, long muscles
• Working out at least 3 days per week
• Dance classes are also a wonderful way to stay in shape and build confidence in your body shape and control

Tips:

• Drink half your body weight in fluid ounces of water daily, this will help flush toxins from your body. Resulting in clearer skin, less bloating and a more youthful glow.
• Drink 2 glasses of cold water before every meal and when you feel hungry. This will help you from over-eating.

Craving Junk Food?  Then Eat This…

• Want ice cream?
  • 1 cup of ice cream = 300 calories
  • 1 cut of Greek yogurt = 150 calories
• Want pizza?
  • 1 slice of pizza = 330 calories
  • whole-wheat English muffin pizza = 180 calories
• Craving potato chips?
  • 1.5 ounce bag of chips = 250 calories
  • 2 cups of popped popcorn = 60 calories
• Something salty?
  • Medium order of French fries = 380 calories
  • 1 cup of sweet potato fries = 180 calories
• Afternoon pick-me up
  • 16 oz. Frappuccino = 240 calories
  • 12 oz. Skinny Latte = 90 calories
• Craving pasta?
  • Order of Fettuccini Alfredo = 1,220 calories
  • 1 cup of whole-wheat pasta with olive oil and parmesan = 280 calories
• Alternative burger
  • Bacon Cheeseburger = 550 calories
  • A grilled-cheese sandwich with mushrooms = 260 calories
• Sweet tooth?
  • Small fast-food milk shake = 400 calories
  • 1 cup of frozen yogurt = 200 calories

PIA has met several lovely new models recently. We thought we would introduce you to a couple we have talked to in January so far.

Holly- Age 16, 5′10

Charlotte- Age 17, 5′8

Modeling is hard work and does not come easy. It is difficult to become a successful model. However, determination and hard work can help a model become successful. Here are some tips that will help any aspiring model break into the industry:

Good photos- less is more. A few good photos are much better than a bunch of “ok” photos filling your portfolio.

Only strong models survive- having a good attitude about the business is what will make a model successful. It is important to be prepared for critique and learn from those critiques, but do not let the critiques get you down and damage your spirit.

Sell Yourself- you should market yourself. It would help to have a portfolio that is comprised of photos that best represent your personality and who you are. By marketing yourself, casting directors can better understand who you are and hopefully they will in-turn book you for a modeling job.

Working with photographers- don’t just work for anyone, shoot with photographers who are credible and knowledgeable. If they are offering their services for free, they most likely do not hold themselves to the same professional standards that you hold yourself to as well. Working on a TFP basis is a great way to build a portfolio, but remember that the photographer will forever hold the rights to those images.

Do your homework- research agencies to make sure you are being represented by a company that shares the same goals as you and does not just get you bookings, but wants you to be the best model you can be. Any agency charging you upfront fees to be a part of their agency is not legitimate and is only looking to profit from your initial investment and not booking you on any gigs.

Prepare- practice many different types of facial impressions in front of the mirror. Try to practice as many different poses and facial expressions as possible. By doing so, you are able get a feel for what poses and angles work best for you. Have a friend photograph you and find out how to look your best in front of the camera. Dance classes are also a great way to become more confident and in control of your body movements.

Upkeep- it is important that models keep up their physical appearance, after all modeling is all about physical appearance. It is important for models to exercise regularly and take care of their hair and skin. By keeping up your physical appearance, you make yourself more desirable to both agencies and casting agents. A healthy diet and drinking plenty of water along with a workout routine will ensure that you are always looking your best.

PIA Model: Celestine

PIA model: Emilie

PIA Model: Alexandria

A wedding conglomerate, VOWS,  in Denver, CO had a launch party last Wednesday evening and some of the Premier Image Models were invited to enjoy the festivities.

Photographers Andrew and Jessica captured some great images during the event and below are some of our favorites.

Jenny P. of Premier Image Models looks stunning in a beautiful wedding gown provided by the Little White Dress Bridal Shop.

Ali C. was in full bloom donning her wedding outfit from Little White Dress Bridal Shop.

Audrey P. is holding a flower bouquet from Sweet Pea Flowers and also wearing another stunning bridal dress from the Little White Dress Bridal shop.

Boubacar D. and Ross C. were provided tuxes from Al’s Formal Wear of Cherry Creek.

Janine Schmenk with Makeup by Janine did a fabulous job with all of the models makeup and Bre Osa with Salon Bre did a fantastic job with all of the models hair.

A big thanks to VOWS and all that were involved!