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2be a DIY Madonna :)

Posted by Tanja on November 12, 2005, 8:12 pm
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EAT HEALTHILY
Sigh! It’s dull, but a good diet is an integral part of Madonna’s youthful regime.
The queen of pop rarely strays from her strict macrobiotic eating plan, which involves eating mostly grains and very natural, unrefined food. She even has a macrobiotic chef.
Caffeine, alcohol, bread and pasta are all banned and 30 per cent of her daily intake is raw. It’s a tough diet, but she swears it gives her high energy levels and keeps her looking young.
DIY MADONNA: Try giving up refined foods, caffeine and alcohol and notice the benefits to your energy levels and skin
HAVE FUN WITH FASHION
Ok, so maybe a purple leotard isn’t the best option for your Christmas party, but getting in a fashion rut is just so un-Madonna. From corsets to tweed she’s tried it all - and always pulls it off.
Madonna is the ultimate trend-setter, which keeps her looking very fresh, new and young.
DIY MADONNA: Every time you go into a changing room take one piece that you would ordinarily reject – you might discover a hidden gem.
TRY SOMETHING NEW
Madge isn’t known as the queen of reinvention for nothing - this superstar certainly isn’t afraid to venture out of her comfort zone.
Throughout her career she’s dabbled in hip hop, erotica and even, erm, children's books.
DIY MADONNA: Challenging yourself is a great way to stay young at heart ... even if all you're doing is mastering a fiendish Sudoku! Often we’re afraid or too lazy to try something new – take the bull by the horns and do something different today.

TAKE UP YOGA
A long, lean body like Madge’s is the product of a seriously tough fitness plan. Madonna is a famous devotee of Ashtanga Yoga and religiously practices for two hours a day, six days a week.
This fast-moving yoga burns calories and builds long (not bulky) muscles, as well as leaving her flexible enough to do those dance moves. Plus, yoga's meditative elements are perfect for getting rid of stress - that does nothing for frown lines!
DIY MADONNA: Maintaining such a tough workout is impossible for most normal women, but a regular workout will boost your energy levels and body confidence.
HAVE SOMETHING TO BELIEVE IN
Madonna is the most famous follower of Kabbalah, the mystical off-shoot of Judaism. She's followed the faith for eight years and has even written children’s story books based on Kabbalah principles. She credits the religion with making her a better person and making her marriage a success.
DIY MADONNA: We're not telling you to join some strange mystic faith, but identifying what you believe in (whether it's your family or something more spiritual) has certainly helped our Madge.
PAMPER YOURSELF
The Material Girl may have a strict diet and exercise regime, but even she treats herself to the odd pint of Guinness down her local with hubby Guy.
Madge also makes time to treat herself to regular anti-ageing facials. She's a fan of the Diamond de-ageing facial, a type of micro-dermabrasion that uses real diamonds to soften wrinkles, even skintone and boost skin radiance. Available at www.courthouseclinic.com.
DIY MADONNA: To look and feel as good as Madge you've got to give yourself pampering time. Take time to relax and enjoy an indulgent bath or treat yourself to a facial
ACCEPT LOVE ISN’T ALWAYS EASY
It was love at first sight for Madonna and current hubby Guy Ritchie, but before that Madonna married and divorced Sean Penn and had daughter Lourdes with boyfriend Carlos Leon.
These days Madonna is content in her marriage, but also says: "I can disagree with him but I don't love him any less."
DIY MADONNA: Madonna understands that relationships need work. She stays young at heart by never letting herself get into a relationship rut. Try to deal with relationship problems before they become major issues.
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF
Madonna's early days in New York were a real struggle and looking back at her breadline days, she says: "I refused to accept that anything but success would happen."
Of her career to date she says: "I've been making records for over 20 years. I've had an incredible run, highs and lows, but I keep going."
DIY MADONNA: Get an attitude like Madonna's - ask for that pay rise you've been hoping for and be determined to get it! Most importantly, don't give up on your dreams.

source : The Sun