Rodgil Flores casts a stern taskmaster's glance as grimacing young women in bikinis stride across one of the mirror-walled studios that is central to making the Philippines a beauty pageant juggernaut. In 17-centimetre (seven-inch) stiletto heels, the students sway their hips between long slow strides, a brutal drill that Flores requires them to repeat in order to make the act of sashaying second nature come pageant time. "For crown. For country", is the slogan of the Kagandahang Flores (Flores Beauty) studio he set up in 1996, the first of a handful of Philippine beauty boot camps that have helped transform the nation's pageant fortunes. With the naming of Catriona Gray as Miss Universe 2018, the Philippines took home its fourth title in what is considered the summit of the beauty contest world. Both Gray and 2015 winner Pia Wurtzbach trained in the Philippines' beauty studios before securing their wins. Success in the pageant world can open doors to commercial, film, and modelling … [Read more...] about ‘Beauty boot camps’ key to Philippine pageant dominance
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Fundraisers join charity boot camp in memory of brain tumour mum
PUBLISHED: 15:18 21 January 2019 Mark Langford Gemma Edgar getting back to normal life with husband Rob Edgar and boys Dylan, 4 and Noah, 2. Picture: STEVE ARGENT Archant More than 100 people took part in a gruelling charity boot camp in memory of a much-loved Colchester mum-of-two who passed away just before Christmas. The fundraisers hard at work on the boot camp for Germma Edgar.Gemma, who died on December 19 aged 33, was in the hearts and minds of the 102 participants of a boot camp put through their paces on Saturday 19 January in the grounds of Friar’s Grove Primary School – the school that both of Gemma’s sons attend.The fundraiser for the Brain Tumour Research charity has raised more than £2,000 to-date, with further donations still coming in.The idea for the boot camp came from Gemma’s friend Kirstie Enefer, 43, of St John’s, Colchester, as Gemma was being cared for in St Helena’s hospice.Kirstie first got … [Read more...] about Fundraisers join charity boot camp in memory of brain tumour mum
Civilians take on gruelling military boot camp to raise cash for veterans charity
The civilians took part in a series of gruelling obstacles Picture: OLD SOLDIER MEDIA Archant Scores of eager civilians were put through their paces by a group of Royal Marines in Essex at the weekend to raise cash for a military charity. More than 100 brave civilians took on the challenge to raise money for military charity Rock2Recovery Picture: OLD SOLDIER MEDIAThe event, at Great Notley Country Park on Sunday, January 13, saw 135 men and women take on a host of gruelling obstacles, spurred on by veteran Royal Marines from Essex Boot Camp.Fomer Royal Marine Glynn Roberts said the bootcamp was close to the kind of training a marine is put though every day Picture: OLD SOLDIER MEDIAThe brave participants took on the challenge to raise money for Rock2Recovery, a charity which helps hundreds of British military veterans and their families deal with the challenges of stress and trauma-related injuries.The event was organised to raise cash for Rock2Recovery, a charity which helps … [Read more...] about Civilians take on gruelling military boot camp to raise cash for veterans charity
Fitness near me: Best exercise groups, boot camps and classes in Cambridge
It's the new year, and if you're anything like us, you're probably starting to think more seriously about those new year's resolutions. When there's still half a tonne of cheese and chocolate in the house, you can't honestly be expected to morph into a Baywatch babe. If you're looking to shed those pounds, or just tone up, a number of groups and classes are on offer around Cambridge - which means you won't have to suffer the weight loss whines alone. From aqua aerobics and boxercise to Zumba and pilates, we've rounded up the best exercises for you. This is your ultimate guide to fitness classes in Cambridge. Aqua aerobics Keep your cool with this water based workout. The class aims to support the body and put less strain on the joints and muscles. It is brilliant if you're older, have suffered an injury, or are just looking to tone up your bikini body. Where to go? Abbey Leisure Complex, Whitehill Road Chesterton Sports Centre, Chesterton Community College, Gilbert Road Parkside Pool … [Read more...] about Fitness near me: Best exercise groups, boot camps and classes in Cambridge
Learn more about film industry as Screen Yorkshire launches training programme ‘Boot Camp’
Screen Yorkshire in association with ScreenSkills has announced a new recruitment drive for its film industry training programme ‘Boot Camp’. The tried and tested formula gives individuals at the start of their careers a thorough understanding of what is like to work in the film industry and equips them with tools to secure future employment.‘Boot Camp’ is supported by ScreenSkills using National Lottery funds awarded by the BFI as part of the Future Film Skills programme.Read: New image and cast announcement for BBC drama Gentleman JackScreen Yorkshire will deliver two ‘Boot Camps’, each running across three days in January 2019, in Bradford and York.Successful applicants will be given a thorough grounding on the workings of each department via sessions with some of the industry’s most talented and experienced crew members. A detailed CV and networking workshop will provide insider knowledge on career progression and … [Read more...] about Learn more about film industry as Screen Yorkshire launches training programme ‘Boot Camp’