The Model Body

Maddy From Model Physique : On achieving your best body shape

Words by Maddy Hayes | September 16 2020

The most frequently asked question I get is: “How did you get into modeling?” The first few years of modeling were not as glamorous as Adriana Lima and Candance Swanapool made it seem. Modeling requires constant body evaluation. I’ve heard some version of; “your body is not good enough” more times than I can count. I remember working hard for 4 months to change my body only for my agent to tell me, “We think you’re still a little thick for swimwear.”

After years of trying to be what the industry “thought” I should be, and trying every diet and workout known to man, I landed a full time position working as a fit model with one of the biggest pop culture fashion brands, Revolve. Fit modeling requires you to maintain consistent measurements year round. To maintain my hip measurement, I do strength training twice a week. I focus on burning out my glutes with heavy weights and low reps. If I need to slim down my waist, I cut back on strength training and focus on cardio. My absolute favorite form of cardio lately is jump roping. Jumping is a lymphatic drainage, which means it helps you shed extra water weight.

With my extensive knowledge on diets and exercise routines, I created an accountability platform called Model Physique. Model Physique is rooted in accountability. You try any diet or fitness program and ultimately they will all heed the same result. The key is having someone cheer you on and hold you acceptable to your goals. The program offers physique toning and nutritional accountability. My scope of education is from NASM a personal training certification and IIN a holistic coaching program. Through these certifications and through my own personal journey, I have learned skills on how to coach one on one for a client to become their best self.

I am humbled and motivated by my clients who come to me weekly, wanting to be the best version of themselves. They want to be “model ready” when they step out of their front door. Your Physique does not only encompass your body, it encompasses your mind, spirit and heart. When your heart is full and your spirit is free, you find alignment inside and out. �

Maddy Hayes

Photo By Greg Levitt @greglevittphotography