Supermodels SA November 2014 Issue 39 | Page 59

While exercise is good for you, like most things in life, there are pros and cons associated with Body Building. Cons One of the biggest negatives is that one can injure oneself easily if not educated properly. This could have long term effects on the body. Many body builders do make use of steroids and if not used correctly it could damage the body. Females using steroids are also at risk of developing manly features, reducing chances of becoming pregnant and your voice could also take on a deeper quality. bet we Pros en Fitn ess and Bo Cons dy Bu ild ing Increase discipline in every part of your life Decrease osteoporosis and muscle loss Increase mobility when you are much older Increase self-confidence, because of your physical appearance There are not really a lot of negatives when it comes to Fitness Modelling/Athletes. While some people notice that their breathing clears up when they exercise, far more complain about having a runny nose. Exercise stimulates the part of your nervous system that controls the secretion of your body’s glands—including the mucus glands in your nose. - Th eB od yB eau tifu lw ay For some people, being “allergic to exercise” isn’t merely an excuse to stay on the couch. In very rare instances (less than 0.5 percent), working out can cause exercise-induced anaphylaxis, an allergic reaction that can lead to hives, flushing, and wheezing. Exercise can cause your heart and head to pound. As with yawning, no one knows for certain why exercise headaches happen, but researchers hypothesize that rigorous workouts cause the blood vessels inside your skull to dilate. Pros When you stop training, the chances of you picking up all the weight you have lost is slimmer More women are going for the healthy, fit look than the skinny look. Doing it naturally, men can gain about 0.125kg per week and woman even less. The chances of excessive weight gain is very small, you will see it coming a mile away. Photographer: Vernondo Boshoff