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So once again, I find myself glad that I have spent the past five years of my fitness career in Colorado, which consistently ranks high as one of the fittest and leanest states in the nation. Ironically, I find far less obssesive fitness behavior here than in my former homes in New York City and Boston.
Most Coloradans are fit and lean because of their love of outdoor activity. We rarely see obesity amongst locals. On the other hand, most locals, whether male or female, do not believe that anorexia is attractive. As such, women do not resort to stupid crash diets and dangerous supplements. Most Colorado women have no desire to look like Barbie.
You rarely hear the catty, "you gained weight" comments that prevail in weight-obsessed cities. That's why I was a bit perturbed about the recent cat fight between Meghan McCain and Laura Ingraham. Apparently, Laura thinks that Meghan is "too fat to be on The Real World," especially in the "year of Barbie's 50th anniversary."
Interesting how Ingraham has no problems with Rush Limbaugh's appearance. He's not exactly svelte. Although this ridiculous cat fight took place amongst Republican chicks, the issue is bi-partisan. How in the world are woman going to be taken seriously in the business and political world, when criticizing each others physical appearance is their only means of attack?
Sadly, in most cases, this is a chick thing. I'm betting that if you polled most men about who is sexier, Meghan would beat Laura by a long shot. While I have met men with a preference for anorexic women, for the most part, it is an indication of a deeply-rooted psychological problem. However, some men seem to have a problem with strong women.
Take, for example New York Times reporter David Brooks, who thinks that Michelle Obama should cover up her fabulous biceps. I'll bet that Laura Ingraham thinks that the First Lady is fat.
Thank goodness for Colorado!
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