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2019年9月14日星期六

How Brie Larson got ripped for Captain Marvel Read More: https://www.looper.com/107096/brie-larson-got-ripped-captain-marvel/?utm_campaign=clip

Just because Brie Larson has Oscar gold doesn't mean she won't pump iron for a superhero role. The Room and Short Term 12 star has been putting in some serious hours at the gym to prepare for her arrival in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Air Force pilot Carol Danvers, a.k.a. Captain Marvel. An early costume reveal showed off at least one version of the outfit she'll be wearing when she suits up as Earth's Mightiest Hero, but one thing's yet to be explained — how did she go from the emaciated frame she kept during her Room performance to the Avengers-level shape she's in today? Follow along as we break down how Brie Larson got ripped for Captain Marvel.

While many slender people are afraid to lift weights out of a fear of getting bulky, those fears misunderstand what building muscle actually does for the body. Thanks to the guidance of physical trainers, Brie Larson's learned that hitting the weights for functional strength can work wonders, and won't make you bulk up in a bad way.
In prepping for her Captain Marvel role, Larson's worked on building muscle in every part of her body, particularly the areas in which women are typically weakest — the shoulders, arms, and upper back. For the first time in her athletic life, Larson's doing pull-ups at the gym, as well as other heavy-weight exercises that one of her coaches, Jason Walsh, says "weren't necessarily even in her thought process."
Working out these upper-body muscles can turn a shapeless back into a contour map of muscle, through moves like chair dips and tricep extensions for the arms, lat pulldowns and chin-ups for the back, and overhead presses for the shoulders. As Larson built strength doing moves like these, she also burned off fat, resulting in a strong and sexy look that shines in a strapless dress.

Surprising things your sleep position reveals about your relationship

Finding a sleep position that allows both you and your partner to feel maximum levels of comfort throughout the night is important, and you've probably realized this whether you're in a longterm relationship or have only recently started sharing a bed. However, what you may not realize is that the position in which you and your significant other sleep with each other actually says quite a lot about the relationship the two of you share. Sure, astrology is fun — but if you really want more insight to exactly how your partner feels about you, all you have to do is observe the position they take next to you when the lights go down.
"The way that we sleep reveals a great deal about our personalities," Evany Thomas, author of The Secret Language of Sleep: A Couple's Guide, explained to the New York Post. She continued, "We spend a third of our time together asleep, and it's where we have our most unguarded moments."
Whether you and your partner are classic spooners or separate sleepers, here's a look at what your preferred sleeping position says about your relationship.

The spooning sleep position is pretty self-explanatory. Essentially, two sleeping partners become like a pair of spoons nestled together in a drawer — or, in this case, a bed — with one partner pressing the front of their body against the back of their partner's body. In this aptly-titled sleeping position, the "big spoon," or the person on the outside of the spooning situation, curls their body to match the form of their partner, who is affectionately known as the "little spoon" in this position.
If you and your partner are spooning sleepers, you likely enjoy high levels of both intimacy and trust in your relationship. As Patti Wood, body language expert and author of Success Signals: A Guide to Reading Body Language, explained (via Cosmopolitan), "[Spooning is] a very vulnerable position that's sexual, but says, 'I trust you.'"
According to Sarah Brown, a sleep and wellness expert with Mattress Firm, spooning is more common in newer relationships. "[People] tend to gain more independence the longer they stay in a relationship," Brown explained (via Ask Men).

Leg Hug sleep position

Have your friends ever described you and your partner as being inseparable? Are you able to communicate your thoughts and feelings to your lover with nothing more than a glance? Do you often feel like your partner knows you better than you know yourself? If you answered yes to any of these questions, there's a good chance that your favorite sleep position is the "Leg Hug."
As you've likely gathered from its name, couples who opt for the Leg Hug position literally lock their legs together while they sleep — kind of like how sleeping otters hold hands so they don't float away from one another. According to body language expert Patti Wood, locking legs with your partner during the night likely means that the two of you are an undisputed team.
"[Locking legs] means your lives are intertwined, that you function as a pair," Wood explained (via Little Things). "You probably finish each other's sentences and take care of each other."

There are few things more exciting than the butterflies-in-your-stomach feeling that comes with the beginning of a new relationship. In this stage, known as the "honeymoon period," your partner feels like a drug — and you simply can't get enough. The two of you are attached at the hip in every sense of the phrase, clinging on to each other both emotionally and physically — even while drifting off to dreamland.
However, the honeymoon period doesn't last forever. As you and your partner grow to feel more comfortable and secure in your relationship, you'll likely realize that — while you're more in love than ever before — you've both gradually come to value personal space and independence over constantly being attached to one another. According to relationship psychologist Corrine Sweet (via Little Things), the sleep position that best represents this dynamic is sleeping back-to-back, while also leaving a bit of space between you and your partner. Called "The Liberty Lovers," Sweet revealed that this position is most often seen in couples who are "connected and secure in themselves."
"This position shows both closeness and independence in the relationship," Sweet explained.

2019年9月12日星期四

This Woman Got A Brazilian Wax Once A Month For 6 Months – Here’s What Happened

"Brazilian" is the word that every girl gasps at the first time she hears it. You know what it is – having all of your pubic hair, vagina to anus, totally removed – but you don't exactly know what it entails until you try it. Until you do it, it seems like the mystical unicorn of the hair removal world. There's so much you don't know! Well, if you're still too nervous to go for it and want some insight from someone who is a bit more experienced, look no further. A writer at SluttyGirlProblems.com (known only as "Boulder Butt-Slut") has gone through the pain and the awkwardness for you and we have a bunch to tell you about so that if you decide to go Brazilian, you won't go in blind.

Do you get waxed regularly? Tell us about your beauty and grooming preferences in the comments!

What is fact and what is fiction when it comes to what we've heard about waxing? There are some standing beliefs out there when it comes to hair removal that need to be discussed. Some of them are relatively accurate while others are pretty much just white lies told to make you feel better. When it comes to waxing, what is true and what isn't? What is your Brazilian wax doing for you?

Types of wax. Did you know there are different types of wax? There is hard wax and soft wax and some places even use different kinds of materials in their wax, like a green tea wax. This is something you don't know about until you actually get down to the nitty gritty of the waxing world, so when you go for a Brazillian, ask your spa what wax they have available and what each kind does. According to the SluttyGirlProblems writer's research, "Hard wax doesn’t adhere to your skin as much as regular [soft] wax, only to the hair follicles, which makes the waxing experience at least 2x better."

It's always going to hurt. People say that as you get waxed more frequently, it begins to hurt less. This may be true; you may notice a slight decrease in pain. But we want to make sure you really paid attention to the word "slight" just there. Getting waxed, especially getting a Brazilian wax, is always going to hurt. You won't ever find yourself in a circumstance where you'll think "this is pleasant!"

It's always at least a little awkward. Even if you go to the same girl every time to get your Brazilian and you're an old pro by now, there will always be an element of awkwardness. You'll never quite get used to taking all of your bottoms off and waiting on a table for someone to come in and rip the hair follicles out of you. Having a stranger stare at and manhandle your vagina is awkward.

Dread. Because of the inevitable pain and awkwardness you know you're going to endure, waxing is never really something you wholly look forward to. Sure, you may end up looking forward to certain aspects of it, like you're excited to get rid of unwanted hair and to feel sexy again, but it's kind of like going to the dentist. Even though you know you're going to come out of your regular appointment shinier than before, you still dread going.

Weird poses. No matter how many times you go, you also won't get entirely used to the variety of strange poses you'll have to do to ensure quality hair removal. You'll develop a sort of routine that will become kind of second nature to you, but pulling your legs up in certain directions and showing someone the entirety of your butt still gets weird. You don't know how much yoga you'll have to do until you actually get on the table.

Regular waxing is better than sporadic waxing. Most people who try out waxing, especially Brazilian waxing, find this to be true. If you wax regularly rather than just every once in a while or waxing sometimes and shaving sometimes, it tends to be better and feel better for you. Your body gets adjusted to the wax and starts to know what to expect. If you keep up with it regularly, the quality of your hair starts to change and you are less likely to get ingrown hairs. The writer over at SluttyGirlProblems said, "I would say that my hair growth was less dense by maybe 20%."

Hair regrowth. This one is true! When you wax, it takes longer for the hair to grow back than it does when you shave. When you shave, your hair grows back faster – within just a few days. Typically with waxing, you just need a monthly appointment. However, with waxing you do have the disadvantage of having to wait for a certain amount of hair to grow back before you can wax again. There's kind of no medium.

Skin type. If you have lighter skin, you are more likely to show bumps (like razor bumps) when you get waxed. These go away after the skin has had a chance to relax post-wax. You are also more likely to show redness if you have lighter skin, but again, it will fade.

Sensitivity. Everyone's skin is different so everyone's sensitivity is different. Whoever does your waxing will probably tell you this when they first start working on you. They deal with a lot of clients, so they've pretty much seen it all. Some people who have very sensitive skin stay irritated and have a kind of stinging sensation for about a day after the waxing.

Relax into it. Like all pain, Brazilian waxing becomes easier to deal with if you just relax into it. Yes, it's going to hurt, but it doesn't have to hurt so bad. Even though it's your body's natural reaction, don't tense up when you're waiting for the wax to be pulled off. Breathe and lay back.

Consider it "me time." It may not be the most fun "me time" in the world, but it's still "me time" nonetheless. It's time you're spending on grooming and beautifying yourself. No one else is there to bother you (except for the woman who is tearing the wax off of your vagina) and it's time for you to just stay in your little room and breathe.

Vogue Superstar Model Death Ruled Suicide; Family Screams It Was Murder

Raugha Athif was a 21-year-old model who graced the covers of Vogue magazine, but she was quoted as saying modeling was just a hobby. The young beauty was a medical student saving for school when she was found hanging by a scarf in her all-girl hostel. Authorities ruled it a suicide, but Athif's father isn't buying it. Her family continues to fight to prove it was a heinous murder.

Raudha Athif. Raudha Athif was a young, beautiful med student living in Bangladesh. She was known for her modeling hobby, but her passion was medicine.

Hostel Life. Athif, who was originally from the Maldives, had been living in an all-girl hostel in Rajshahi while she attended school.

Medical School. Athif had received a scholarship to attend the Islami Bank Medical College in Bangladesh. According to her father, she planned to transfer to a school in Australia next year to finish her medical education.

It's In the Eyes. Athif was discovered by modeling scouts after posting a selfie that highlighted her crystal blue eyes. She was an instant sensation and a natural beauty.

Modeling Career. Even after her photos went viral and she had landed multiple modeling gigs from her striking looks, the young woman stood true to her passion. She was quoted as saying modeling was simply a "hobby rather than a career, since I'm studying to become a doctor."

Vogue. Athif reached the pinnacle of her hobby/career when she made the cover of Vogue in 2016. Her beauty brought the young woman a mountain of attention.

Photo Shoots. Her work as a model showed the world her undeniable beauty. An attention her father is certain is to blame for her death.

Religion. Athif's brother, Rayyan Athif has gone on record to state the area she had been staying in was highly conservative Muslim in concentration and while Athif was a Muslim herself, she did not fall in line with traditional strict guidelines.

Dress Code. Rayyan stated in interviews that his sister made a point of adhering to college dress codes. She made sure to wear a veil over her face while on campus out of respect, but she did not apply this dress code off of campus.

Criticized for Immodest Behavior. The family believes Athif was a target of bullying by fellow Muslims who did not agree with her modern beliefs. Her brother mentioned to authorities that she had mentioned being criticized for wearing jeans and was shamed for being immodest in her apparel choices.

Bullying. The family has spent countless hours researching the death of their loved one. They have continually claimed a suicide was simply not a possibility for the girl. Her brother has passionately stated his bullying theory instead, saying, "other students have also been subjected to this type of bullying."

Grieving Father. Athif's father has tried to appeal to authorities for a reexamination of the case. Recently he was able to get an approval to have a second autopsy performed after he filed a civil complaint with the court system.

Poring Over Evidence. Athif's father has spent countless hours poring over evidence with private investigators he has been in contact with from Australia. He hopes to prove his theory that his daughter was murdered in an effort to bring justice for her.

Strangulation. According to official reports, Athif died of strangulation by hanging. She was found in her hostel room, hanging from the rafters by a scarf. According to the Australian forensic pathologist who reviewed the evidence at the time of the second autopsy, her bruising and ligature marks were inconsistent with a hanging. He stated, "I'd have grave doubts that that ligature (scarf) caused those ligature marks. It just doesn't match. To me, the appearance of those bruises, marks of some type or other, looked very similar to fingers that had caused bruising." The original autopsy stated the bruising was "birthmarks."

The Plea for Justice. In light of the evidence revealed after the second autopsy, Dr. Athif continues his quest to have his daughter's death investigated further as a murder case. He has stated, "I know my daughter has been killed already. I know I won't get her back, but as a father I will get rest only when I get justice to her."

2019年9月11日星期三

Rebel Girl: Valentine From Hell

Valentine From Hell is an alternative model and in-training makeup artist from Finland, Helsinki. She balances her deep love for the dark and twisted side of beauty with a sweet and bubbly personality! Get to know Valentine from Hell better below.

Photography by Mikko Niemi[/caption]Tell us about your career as model. How did you get started?I was 18. A photographer found me on the internet (creepy, I know!) and asked me to do some test shots. We did. He helped me to find some photographers/models communities online. And I've been discovered by other photographer, we did some TFP-shoots for about a year, then I found some Facebook groups and communities and started to do more of TFP- photo sessions :)Did you always want to be a model or did you have other career aspirations when you were growing up?I wanted to be a model, but it seemed so... unreal! You know, when people around you are saying, you need to be a doctor or something! But I never had a "dream- career" and I still don't. I just want to do something artistic and creative :)Do you love any one genre ofmodelling more than another?

Of course! Editorial! But I don't want to do only one kind of photos, because it will stop being so special. I always end up doing something dark and twisted. But it's not a genre, it's more of a style I guess :) (And I love guns!)What was your first shoot as a model like? Tell us a little about it!Actually, my first shoot was when I was 6! My mother had a friend, who was working in the local newspaper as a photographer, so he wanted me to be on the cover! We went into the park and I had this white dress and a huge bow in my hair and flowers in my hands. I just kept smiling like an idiot and he was taking photos!Here is that photo. It was taken in the summer of 1998.You’re well known as a fan of the horror modelling genre. What are some of your biggest influences?I've never thought that I am an horror model :o I think it's just me ending up doing dark and twisted photos. I don't have any particular "idols", I guess, I'm just choosing the dark side every time :DWhat’s your favorite horror film?I really like Silent Hill, first and second Resident Evil, Saw- movies and the old school vampire movies :)Do you have any big horror concepts you’d love to take on in the future? Or are you trying to move away from that genre?I've never done a real gore photo shoot, so I would like to try that out! Also I have some ideas for awesome concepts, but I will tell no more!What do you do when you aren't modelling?
Photography by Mikko Niemi[/caption]I am currently studying. I will become a makeup artist, so that takes a lot of my time. I really love to draw and paint, but I'm not doing it so often due to lack of time :/What do you consider your biggest career highlights so far?I don't think I have a career yet, but I am really excited for being on the cover of Finland's biggest photography- related magazine, "Kamera- lehti"How much have you changed since you first started modelling?As a person, not a bit. But as a model: I now know what I want to do and don’t take anything that I'm not exited about :)Are you looking forward to anything in the future? (New shoots, events, etc)Yes. I hope you will see, later this year! :pLastly, do you have any tips for new models that find you inspiring?Hmmm... Explore.. and meet new, creative people, they will boost your imagination! :) To find more of Valentine from Hell’s work don’t forget to check out her Facebook page and Tumblr. Oh and before you go, check out the gallery of handpicked photos by Valentine From Hell herself in the gallery below!