A Shape for Every Body!

July 21, 2016 Bodacious Betty

What’s Great About a Women’s Only Gym?

I had a chance to attend the grand opening of the new Shapes in Riverview, FL where I met some fabulous women. It wasn't hard to see exactly what makes Shapes so great.

Less distraction = a tougher workout. Maybe you feel more secure doing squats in front of your own sex, or just want to focus on getting a better workout without the insecurity? Either way, Shapes is the place for you.

It’s a Great Way to Network and Get Some Mommy Time in. Shapes includes child-care so Mommy can get some much-needed time blow off steam in a healthy manner.

Lots of equipment and classes means more versatility. Varying your workout prevents boredom and helps you work different muscle groups.

Shapes also offers 40 + classes per week as well as individual and group personal training.

And when you’re ready to show off your new buff bod, Betty will be right here to document all your hard work.

A Little Dude-oir for Your Viewing Pleasure

June 23, 2016 Bodacious Betty

Meet John...

This Greek and Irish born fitness model and actor hails from Silver Springs, MD. He became inspired to be a fitness model due to his love for cardio and weights, and works out nearly every day of the week.

Says John: “I am also inspired by the success of others. Seeing people perform only drives me to push harder toward my goals. My family and religious beliefs also inspire me to be a better person.”

“People used to tell me all the time that I should model but I never pursued it until I was ‘discovered’ in downtown St. Petersburg, FL, by photographer Rossie Newson. He handed me his card, and we’ve done a few shoots together. After that, I had the ‘bug’ to do more.”

John certainly has me inspired to do more dude-oir!

John can be reached for modeling and acting gigs at alahouzos.john@gmail.com

Boudoir Bodies

May 31, 2015 Bodacious Betty

The old saying that a photo is worth a thousand words has never been more true. Kelly and Shawna share a playful moment together. They came in for a boudie party, and decided to do a few photos together in matching outfits.

They certainly spend a fair amount of time at CrossFit and are proud to show it! So you'd think that neither of them would feel at all self-conscious or unhappy with their bodies, but it seems no one immune. Kelly expressed that she "lost her butt", but it was easy to teach her a posing trick to make her derriere seem more a little more plump.

I love the idea of wearing workout gear for this portion of their shoot. There's definitely a certain sexiness to being athletic and a little bit tom-boy. It allowed them to relax and you really get a sense of the playful affection between them.

The last shot really shows off Kelly's toned physique, and in a way that really reflects her style and taste.