For many people, there is at the back of their mind, an ideal image of how they should look, behave and generally live. Most people who have this image also have a sense of failure at various levels, in not living up to that standard, and both men and women often feel that in terms of their body shape or weight and size they somehow should be doing better. Movies, pin ups and photos in magazines will often tend to reinforce stereotypes of the young, and the blonde, and the beautiful, all with a most lean and structured frame, which most of us, for various reasons, may admire, but cannot aspire to.

When it comes to a personal decision, about body weight and style – it is better to say vive la difference! Some will slavishly attempt to follow the latest trends in fashion. Whatever the latest trend, you need to be sensible and only follow suit in clothing that enhances your appearance, and what looks good upon a model may not be very practical in style.

People come in different shapes and sizes, which for the most part is directed by your genes, and whilst you might wish for less or more height, to be smaller around the hips, or to have blonde hair, more of a waist, natural auburn curls or a dimple on your cheek, the reality is that if you accept the limitations of your particular build, at least you can work on it from there. Sometimes people have been sent mixed messages about their body image – perhaps told it is ok to be somewhat overweight, because that is how most people are, while at the same time being shown ideal images of the perfect body that you could be, if you only tried.

At any age you can discover the healthy weight range for your height, and should carry less weight if you have a bone structure that is light. You can carry more weight and may feel better for it if you have a solid frame. Provided that your weight is within the range for your height, fine tuning is your option.

It is a great day indeed when you can look into the mirror and say – well, this is me, for what it is worth, and I am comfortable with my healthy body. For those who either avoid looking into mirrors completely, or suppress a shudder when they do so, it is time to make some evaluations – do I need to change or is that just a fantasy. Am I overweight, lack muscle tone or vigor? If so, then relax, because help is at hand, there are many ways to lose weight, get fit and feel comfortable with your body. Best of all, when you make the decision to get advice or help from health care professionals, no one will be looking at, or comparing you with an image. A customized service, just for you, will help you to be the best you can be, and support you in that endeavor.