Female figure: parameters, flaws, ideal

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:41

The female figure is the most discussed topic in society. Everyone has their own ideas about beauty, their own tastes and preferences, so the debate about the ideal female figure does not subside. So, what types of female body do exist and can any of these modifications be called ideal?

Apple

Most often, a female figure is classified according to the type of ratio of the volumes of the shoulder girdle, waist and hips. Such a classification is convenient in that it helps ladies determine their type and, in accordance with it, choose the right wardrobe, as well as a set of exercises that would help “work through” problem areas.

So, the first type of figure is the "O" or "Apple" type. Why does it have such a strange name? Everything is extremely simple. If such ladies begin to gain weight, then their legs remain extremely slender, but the middle part of the body gradually increases. Moreover, the hands do not “suffer” very much in this case, and the waist and lower abdomen acquire outstanding forms. As a result, if we draw an analogy, the figure looks like an apple on thin legs.

Among the stars, the most famous owner of such a figure is Jessica Simpson. While the singer remained slim, it was difficult to suspect that she was one of the “apple” women, but as soon as Simpson got fat, the features of her figure became obvious. Alla Pugacheva has a similar figure on the Russian stage.

How to mask your shortcomings in this case? First, you need to abandon any tight clothing and large prints. Skirts and trousers should be slightly flared at the bottom. You don't need to choose baggy blouses, but tight ones won't work either - it's better to opt for loose-fitting models.

Pear

Features of the female "pear" figure are such that the woman's prominent hips can be seen with the naked eye. At the same time, her shoulders are quite narrow, so her hips stand out even more. But the obvious advantage of such ladies is a slender waist, which is visible even if the lady is overweight.

Of the celebrities, the most obvious owner of such a figure is Jennifer Lopez. Stories about her “fifth point” are still circulating on the Internet, in particular, stories about the fact that she even insured a part of her body known to everyone. Well, we must pay tribute to Jen: she was not at a loss and turned her disadvantage into an advantage. The actress and singer sometimes chooses unsuccessful dresses, and the features of her figure are striking. But sometimes she certainly can learn to dress. For example, the favorite thing in the wardrobe of an actress is flared dress pants and tightt-shirts. There is some common sense in this, since Lopez disguises too "protruding" hips, but emphasizes a graceful waist.

"Pears" should not litter their closet with baggy clothes that will hide their undeniable dignity - a thin waist. If you are overweight and your hips are too wide, then tight leggings and miniskirts will not work either.

Hourglass

Everyone remembers the hackneyed standard "90-60-90". These parameters in most cases are suitable for hourglass ladies. The great advantage of these body types is that the width of the shoulders is equal to the width of the hips, and when excess weight appears, it is evenly distributed between all parts of the body. For such ladies, there are practically no restrictions in the choice of clothes.

It is curious, but there are a lot of sex symbols among women with such parameters. Suffice it to recall Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren and Gina Lolobrigida. All of these actresses had the classic hourglass figure. At the same time, they could afford to have a drop of excess weight, since this did not appear in any way on their proportions, but it made it even more appetizing.

No wonder there are so many ladies with an hourglass figure among celebrities. For an actress, singer, model, it is important how she looks. It is also important to have universal parameters in order to allow yourself to wear any stage costumes. It is difficult for an apple woman or a pear woman to bring her proportions into harmony, while an hourglass does not even need to strain too much.

Banana

A wide female figure, devoid of attractive curves, in which the volumes of shoulders, waist and hips are almost equal, is called "Banana" or "Rectangle". The fair sex with a similar figure, as a rule, has a very small bust, and in general their body looks like a boy.

Such ladies should be wary of being overweight, as it can turn their figure into an unattractive banana. But if you keep yourself in shape and choose the right clothes, there is a chance to purely visually approach the standards of the hourglass figure.

In Hollywood, famous actresses Mila Jovovich, the star of "Pirates of the Caribbean" Keira Knightley, and the brawler Lindsay Lohan have such parameters. You can also say that Cameron Diaz and Nicole Kidman have a rectangular figure.

The main thing for the owner of such a figure is to try to give her feminine curves. Flared dresses, swimsuits with a skirt, blouses with a V-neck will look great on such a girl. In general, such ladies have no problems with their wardrobe, because, as on models, any clothes fit perfectly on them.

Critically complete figure

The parameters of the female figure, like the male body, can be subject to another classification, which is important in terms of he alth, weight control and lifestyle correction. This classification is based on the measurement of one parameter - the percentage of body fat.

And "fat to fat discord". There is a "useful" fat - visceral,which maintains the internal organs in the correct position, but there is an “extra” one that is deposited in a person in reserve, does not play a particularly useful role, but causes a lot of problems. And the point is not even in the proportions of the figure, but in the fact that muscles, bones, blood vessels, the heart receive a double load, carrying all this goodness with them.

You can determine your belonging to a particular type of figure by measuring a number of anthropometric characteristics: the amount of visceral fat, bone mass, muscle mass and, in fact, “excess” fat.

The process of "obesity" began in a person if his percentage of "reserve" fat approached the 40% mark. Moreover, for young people this mark is slightly lower - 39%, for people 40 years old - 40%, and at 60 obesity begins if the indicator exceeds 42%.

40% body fat is an SOS signal. This means that a person has a critically full figure and should start losing weight immediately.

Full female figure

If a person's fat layer is from 33 to 39% of the total body weight, then we can safely say that he is full. For people 40 years old, this figure varies from 34 to 40%, and for the elderly - from 36 to 42%.

Is it good to be fat? For he alth, this is not entirely acceptable. However, if critically fat people have never been in the "trend", then full female figures flaunted on the canvases of Rubens and Rembrandt. It was the Renaissance ideal.

As for the realities of today, full ladies have a hard time looking at actresses, singers and cover girlsmagazines. But the same celebrities sometimes show that they, too, are not averse to being in the place of the usual “doughnuts”: everyone remembers stories when skinny divas like Christina Aguilera, Kim Kardashian, Beyonce, Jessica Simpson, Britney Spears turned into plump ones in just six months ladies who, perhaps, were close to the first stage of obesity.

This is not to say that women ceased to be beautiful from this. They kept their beauty. The artists explained their decision to gain weight by the fact that they were tired of diets, they want to eat whatever they want and love themselves for who they are. Such zeal is commendable. But under public pressure, sooner or later, each of them again went on a diet, went to the gym and appeared in public the way it is customary to appear in our time.

Slender figure

A slender figure is one of the most common figures in the modern world. Young people under 39 can consider themselves slim if their body fat ranges from 28 to 33% of their total body weight. A slim figure for those who are "over forty" is possible within 30-34% of body fat, and for older people within 33-36%.

Slender figures visually look juicy, but there are no special folds on the body. Similar parameters were popular in the cinema of the 50s and 60s. Sex symbols Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren, Gina Lolobrigida looked exactly like this. Skinny or muscular women were out of favor.

In our time, priorities have shifted a little, but there are still stars with similar figures: for example, the well-known Monica Bellucci. The actress nevershe was thin, but at the same time you can’t call her full either. Jennifer Lopez has had "juicy" forms throughout her career. Secular diva Kim Kardashian is by no means distinguished by her model parameters, however, she attracts the eyes of an admiring public.

Controlling your body type is not so difficult. Previously, it was possible to find out your anthropometric characteristics only in a fitness center. Today you can buy special scales at home and in a couple of seconds find out what percentage of "excess" fat is in the body.

Muscular figure, or "Fitness"

A woman's figure these days is considered ideal if it contains no more than 28% and no less than 24% fat. What gives such a ratio? This is the balance when the body does not lose its "juiciness", but at the same time, muscles begin to show through (which must first be pumped up).

Fitness figures are the figures of most modern stars. In the 21st century, as once in ancient Rome, muscular toned bodies are once again held in high esteem by both men and women. On a normal diet, it is difficult for a woman to achieve relief outlines and the required amount of fat. To do this, you need to switch to a special balanced diet, which will have fewer carbohydrates, but more protein.

Hollywood's biggest fitness fan is Madonna. In the 80s, her body was the classic "fitness" type. Over the years, as a result of long training, the figure has come closer to athletic parameters. And the singer still does not lose her form, although she is already 57 years old.

Muscular Enoughlooks like the body of Halle Berry, Alice Milano and Jennifer Aniston, who after breaking up with Brad Pitt became a regular visitor to the gym.

Athletic

A woman's figure, which contains from 20 to 24% fat, can be considered athletic if its owner pumped her muscles well. There is not enough yoga or regular fitness here, heavy artillery is required here.

Athletic figure requires a lot of attention and long hours of training. As a rule, this type of body goes to professional athletes. A separate category is female bodybuilders who spend hours in the gym to build muscle.

A sports female figure is a rather rare phenomenon. To get such a body, you have to subordinate your whole life to it. It is unlikely that among actresses or singers there is a woman with such parameters. Although Madonna in certain periods of her life was quite like an athletic lady. For this, the singer was repeatedly criticized by the female half of the audience. Fans and anti-fans complained that Madonna looked like a man.

Slim

Thin is a figure whose body fat level has fallen below 20%. The disadvantages of a female figure that is not supplied with the right amount of fat are obvious: feminine seductive forms are lost, the general appearance of such a girl looks a little painful, bones on the body and veins on the arms begin to protrude strongly.

The appearance of skinny girls is a bit sickly because part of itand there is. For example, they often suffer from low blood pressure, muscle atrophy, and malfunction of the glands. All of these symptoms are logical.

You can bring your fat levels to this level only by severely limiting yourself in food. And even if this food is of excellent quality, its consumed volume will be too small to provide the entire body with the necessary energy. As a result, the body begins to give alarm signals in the form of weakness and dizziness. Most of these girls have problems conceiving and bearing a child. The most terrible outcome occurs when the level of fat falls below acceptable limits. Then death from exhaustion may occur.

Anorexic girls became popular in the 90s. Then, on the catwalks, girls, devoid of any sexual characteristics, thin and flat, walked all the time. It was convenient for fashion designers who could put any thing on such a model, as if on a hanger, but it became a real tragedy for ordinary women: many tormented themselves with diets, but could not achieve such painful thinness.

By the 2000s, the admiration for extra-thin models faded. However, to this day, diets are the most discussed topic among ladies.

Where is the ideal?

The ideal of a female figure in the concept of society has changed throughout the history of mankind. Sometimes the whims of fashion were so ridiculous (for example, the need to remove your lower ribs) that you can only wonder.

Of course, every woman should understand that fitting herself to the parameters of "90-60-90" is wrong. Each organism is individual. For some womenit is physically impossible to get a waist of 60 cm, even if they sit on the most rigid diet for the rest of their days.

The correct female figure is the figure with which it is convenient for a girl to live. The correct weight is the weight at which a woman feels he althy and mobile, does not suffer from shortness of breath or cardiovascular disease. The beauty of a female figure depends on the proportions, but they can be visually adjusted according to your own vision.

If you still touch on the trends of recent years, then the favorites of the public are ladies with a pear shape. Today, they show off their wide hips, and not bashfully hide them. What are the examples of Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Nikki Minah and many others. It is also not customary to be overly thin, for which not only models are blamed, but also stars who have reduced themselves to painful thinness (in particular, Angelina Jolie and Keira Knightley).

It is unacceptable for the skin to be covered with cellulite crust. As a rule, pumped muscles are hidden even under impressive forms, which is noticeable during the performances of some large-sized stars. In a word, fitness has not been canceled! And of course, the bust must be at least the first size. And if nature has deprived this part of the body of volume, then the stars do not hesitate to turn to plastic surgeons.