If you took a walk down the roads of Colombo, you’d notice that there are not many fit and slim people amongst us. This can be due to many reasons such as not having a balanced diet, lack of physical exercise or lack of proper health routines. However, there is also a growing trend among Lankans to get fit and they to do so by going to the gym, walking in parks, trying the new Zumba craze or trying out various diet programmes that are advertised by various places in the country.
For women, the biggest burden is getting rid of the pregnancy fat post birth. Today we meet Tania Deen who is one of the most experienced, well known fashion models in Sri Lanka. As one of the top models in Sri Lanka, she easily falls into the category of the pioneers in the modelling industry. Over the years she has been featured in almost every magazine and she has worked with almost every photographer in the island. Her captivating beauty has made her a number one choice for many fashion profiles and editorials. Believe it or not, this beauty is a mother of two and her latest angel was born just 9 months ago and right now she is back to being her healthy and fit self. I met up with Tania to learn her secrets….
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Full Name |
Tania Meliza Deen |
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Years modelling |
7 years |
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Height |
5.6 |
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Waist |
27 |
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Bust |
34 |
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Eye Colour |
Brown |
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Hair Colour |
Brown |
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Life’s Motto |
Best mother in the world |
Q – How long did you take to get back in shape?
A – I think within 4-5 months post birth. I dedicated myself to fitness and achieved what my body is today. It’s all about dedication. No matter what I do in the previous night I make sure I wake up by 5.45am every day and start my routine.
Q - Tania, tell us about your experience as a mother?
A – No matter what glamorous life we lead or try to achieve there is nothing bigger than being a mother. Most stereotypes think, we, models are just out there partying, having fun and being irresponsible. Some don’t even want to show they are in a relationship, married to the outer world. On the other hand I’m a proud mother of two and I have a loving husband who taught me lots of qualities, starting from encouraging me to stay away from meat as I am a strong activist against animal cruelty. As a mother I feel I have lots of responsibilities and I know I have to continue as a fashion model as that’s what I was born to be.
Q – Can you share some easy exercises our readers can try out as well?
A – Yes, I would love to.
For abs
For lower abs
For buns
Q –What about your diet?
A – Like I said I am a strict vegetarian. My advice is to always eat fresh fruits whenever you can. If you have the urge to eat a chocolate – then try to think of an apple, mango or an orange. You need to control yourself. We are all human and even I get the urge to have an
ice cream or a rich piece of cake – but I somehow control myself. And I don’t push you to become a vegetarian as it is a huge life decision for many but try it as it cures many health problems automatically as well.
Text and pics by Jayantha Fernando
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Gon Banda says:
Jun 20, 2013 at 12:00 amAgree with our comment :"If you took a walk down the roads of Colombo, you’d notice that there are not many fit .........etc." One reason is the sari which tends to hide any weight gain post pregnancy. It's a garment which easily adjusts to any weight gain, so many women "just let it go", which is a shame. On the other hand clothes that show off ones figure, encourages one to stay prim and fit
Concern says:
Jun 22, 2013 at 12:00 amThank you for bringing up the subject of being "fit" which proper nutrition being a major part of it! In Sri Lanka, most everyone is promoting deserts, sweets, cakes, cup cakes, breads, pastries, soft drinks loaded with sugar etc which are almost like poison to one's health. We are seeing not only obese adults but very sadly obese children due to this epidemic!
Rodger Williams says:
Jun 22, 2013 at 12:00 amOne of the most henious and destructive tools that have increased obesity and all the accompanying diseases is the idol sitting in our homes - the TV. TV is the medium where the thinking has been done for you removing one's responsibility of wise choices, especially in the areas of processed food and material things that one really does not need. This has much to do with overweight undermining objective thinking. The bumper sticker in the US reads "I owe, I owe, so off to work I go".We bring on
mal mama says:
Jun 25, 2013 at 12:00 amI love Tania deen
Tania says:
Oct 28, 2013 at 12:00 amthank you all :)