What is body image?

Body image is how a person feels about and sees their body. People’s body image can be influenced by their own feelings and by the reactions of those around them.

When someone has a negative body image, they are not satisfied with their body. This is also known as body dissatisfaction.

Almost everyone has something about their body they don`t like.According to a survey,56% of women and 43% of men are not satisfied with their appearance.

Why do so many people have a negative body image?

Studies show one of several factors that lead to self-contradiction;media`s message of beauty and hapiness come from being thin,and a teenager`s body image is greatly  influenced by what they see on television and in movies and magazines.

Much of your appearance is genetic.Many top athletes have genetics to thank for their success.A swimmer`s large,flexible shoulders pull him through the water;a gymnast`s lean,petite frame and long arms hurl her across the mat.

Here are some tips to improve your body image>>>>