Defining Your Self-Image
All women have an idea of the way they look, but this image is not always realistic. Sometimes, they are too hard on themselves (seeing only the incipient double chin and ignoring the neat ankles), while at other times, they may try self-deception (picking clothes that are too small because they refuse to admit, they have put o weight). They can all benefit from taking a fresh look at their self-image, and by being as realistic about it as possible.
Taking Stock: Your Shape
Start by standing naked in front of a mirror and examining your reflection, both front view and sideways on. Don't pull in your stomach, or clench your buttocks, or try to flatter yourself in other ways. Decide what you really think about your body, at your skin, muscles, hair and nails. Perform the pinch test and then weigh yourself.
Make a note of all your findings, and of all the assumptions you have about yourself and your body – the good points as well as the bad. Decide which parts of yourself you can and want to change, which parts you must accept as they are, and which you like and want to emphasize.
Distinguish carefully between imperfections you can work on and those you must accept. No amount of dieting and exercise can change your basic inherited body type – but excess weight, bad posture, and lack of fitness have nothing to do with body type!
Pinch Test
How easy is it for you to pinch a roll of flesh on your upper arm, inside thigh, midriff, or buttocks? Stand upright when you do the test and use your thumb and forefinger to make the pinch. If you can painlessly pinch more than 2.5 cm of flesh in these areas, you are overweight.
Taking Charge
Self assessment is the first step in taking charge of your well-being. Once you have peeled away the myths and found a realistic self image, you can set yourself definite goals for self-improvement. The way you look, the way you feel, and what you ultimately achieve all depend on you.
Once you have set your goals, start working toward them right away.
Desirable Weights
This table gives you a guide to the desirable weight for your height and a build. Measuring the circumference of your wrist will give you an indication of your build. If it is 13.9 cm or less, you have a small frame; if it's over 13.9 cm but less than 16.5 cm, you have a medium frame; if it is 16.5 cm or over, you have a large frame. Measure your height without shoes and weigh yourself without clothes.
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