Lose weight: The first step counts

The path to your desired weight starts with a clear goal. Set yourself realistic expectations and divide your big goal into smaller stages. It is important not to want to change everything immediately. Small changes that you can integrate into your everyday life make a big difference.

As always first:

5 facts about losing weight

5 facts about losing weight that you may not have heard yet!

1. Muscles burn calories – The more muscle you have, the higher your basal metabolic rate, even at rest.
2. Sleep affects your weight – Less than seven hours of sleep can promote cravings and weight gain.
3. Water as a fat burner – Drinking water before every meal increases calorie consumption and reduces calorie intake.
4. Stress makes you fat – Chronic stress increases cortisol, which promotes fat accumulation, especially on the stomach.
5. Weight fluctuates daily – changes due to water, salt or hormones are normal, so focus on the long-term trend.

Why the first step is so crucial

The road to your dream figure is long, but it’s worth it! Losing weight often fails because the beginning seems too complicated. Start with a simple task, such as going for a ten-minute walk every day or planning your meals more consciously. This is exactly where the key lies:

“Just start and keep at it.”

Luke Jaque-Rodney

Even small habits, such as drinking water instead of sugary drinks, can make a difference. A minimalist diet – using only the foods you really need – also helps you to keep track of your diet and avoid stress. You can find more tips on this here in the interview with Spiegel bestselling author Luke Jaque-Rodney.

Bring more movement into your everyday life

Exercise is an essential part of losing weight. You don’t have to join a gym straight away – small changes in your everyday life are often enough to see the first results.

Calculate basal metabolic rate free of charge

With our free basal metabolic rate calculator, you can quickly find out how many calories your body needs every day. This value helps you to adjust your diet plan, regardless of whether you want to lose, gain or maintain your weight. Simply enter your age, weight, height and gender and get started!

Calculate your basal metabolic rate free of charge & online

The best tips for more exercise

• Start with a daily walk – just 30 minutes a day can help.
• Take the stairs instead of the elevator or deliberately park your car further away.
• Find a sport that you enjoy – whether it’s yoga, dancing or cycling, there are many options.

For long-term success, it is important to develop a routine. Fitness expert René also recommends preparing your meals in advance to help you cope with stressful days. Read his best meal prep ideas here.

Healthy eating: fewer calories, more quality

Losing weight only works if you eat fewer calories than you consume. But that doesn’t mean you have to starve yourself. A balanced diet that fills you up and still saves calories is the key.

• 40+ Diets (external on doktorfy.de)

How to change your diet

Start by replacing high-calorie foods with healthier alternatives. Focus on fresh vegetables, high-quality protein sources such as chicken or tofu and healthy fats from nuts or avocado. Plan your meals in advance to avoid unhealthy snacks. An easy place to start is with low-calorie recipes that are still tasty and filling, such as these fitness recipes.

Tips for everyday life

• Eat smaller portions and use smaller plates.
• Avoid highly processed foods and cook fresh as often as possible.
• Drink enough water – we often confuse thirst with hunger.

If you’re looking for inspiration for healthy snacks, you might be interested in these ideas: healthy snacks and to-go products.

Alternatives: WeightWatchers, Ozempic & Co.

For people who find it difficult to lose weight through diet and exercise alone, communities such as WeightWatchers can be an option.

Medication such as Ozempic is another option. This prescription medication supports weight loss by reducing the feeling of hunger and regulating blood sugar levels. However, you should only use such alternatives after consulting a doctor. Ozempic and similar medications (such as Wegovy or Mounjaro) should always be part of a comprehensive approach that includes a healthy diet and regular exercise.

What do I recommend? The healthy way, method “FDH” (eat half) + more exercise, that saves money and you experience more = winwin! With or without aids, during the weight loss process but also afterwards: stick with it!

Keep at it: Motivation and mindset

Losing weight is not a sprint, but a marathon. Setbacks are part of it, but they are no reason to give up. With the right attitude, you can be successful in the long term.

How to stay motivated

Set yourself small, achievable goals and reward yourself for success. Keep a food diary or track your progress with an app. To stay motivated, you can also train and cook together with friends or family. Exercise, nutrition, healthy awareness, that’s all you need if you’re motivated.

My tip: enjoy the process! Find joy in exercise and discover healthy foods that you enjoy. Losing weight shouldn’t just be a goal, but a journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Your path to a healthier life

The path to losing weight starts with the first step. Whether you start with more exercise, a healthy diet or both – the important thing is that you get started. Stick to realistic goals, find a routine that suits you and don’t let setbacks discourage you. You can do it!

Step 1: Calculate your calorie requirement

Do you already know our weight loss calculator? Food, calories, calorie requirement, BMI & Co.

• Weight loss calculator

Tip 1: Take Ozempic on Friday

Let’s start with tip 1, short and sweet! If you take Ozempic on Friday, you can cure possible side effects such as nausea over the weekend. This is particularly helpful if you have the weekend off.

Watch the video if you want to hear all 10 tips

Tip 2: Eat light

On the day of the injection and for one to two days afterwards, you should eat smaller portions. Ozempic can slow down digestion, and lighter meals prevent your stomach from being overwhelmed.

Tip 3: Always have snacks with you

Always carry small snacks with you to relieve nausea or avoid longer periods of hunger. This can help to minimize symptoms and make you feel better.

Video: 10 tips you need to know!

Tip 4: Drink plenty of water

Always stay well hydrated. Drinking plenty of water not only helps to combat discomfort, but also supports your general health during treatment.

Order Ozempic online

Immediately available for patients: Now on doktorfy by FIV Magazine:

• Order Ozempic online

Tip 5: Find a movement that you enjoy

Regular exercise that you enjoy, such as training for a goal, can boost your health and support the positive effects of Ozempic.

Tip 6: Integrate short movement phases

Small movements such as walking after meals or doing household chores can help stabilize blood sugar levels and support your body.

Tip 7: Make the food exciting

Try out new, healthy recipes to make eating fun. High-quality meals ensure that your body is optimally nourished, even if you eat less.

Tip 8: Find your community

Talk to others who use Ozempic or have similar health goals. Whether online or offline, support from like-minded people can motivate and help.

Tip 9: Keep an eye on your “why”

Remember why you are using Ozempic. Think about your health goals and what problems you want to prevent or improve.

Tip 10: Stay in contact with your doctor

Keep your doctor informed. Discuss side effects and have the dosage adjusted if necessary. This will allow you to optimize your treatment and solve potential problems at an early stage.

Ozempic offers effective support for health challenges, but your success depends on conscious use. Pay attention to your body, integrate small changes into your everyday life and always stay in contact with your doctor. With patience and the right strategies, you can make the therapy positive and reap the benefits in the long term.

Ozempic application & dosage

The Ozempic click table offers you an easy way to precisely adjust the dosage of your Ozempic pen. Each click on the dosing button corresponds to a certain amount of medication, so you can set exactly the right dose.

• Ozempic application & dosage

Fashion Inspiration & Mom on Social Media

But how does she get everything under control? In this interview we talk to Carina about her everyday life and tips for a more disciplined life. We also talk about one of the main topics of her social media channels, namely fashion. Because Carina is a great fashion inspiration for her community. Therefore, she tells us in which stores she likes to store the most and which piece of clothing from her closet is her absolute favorite. She also gives us a little insight into her family, she tells us what she loves about her job and how she thinks this job will change in the coming years. Find out all this and more in this interview.

• Carina’s Instagram

The everyday life of a content creator & mom

FIV: Hello dear Carina, we are very happy that the interview works out today. Then we want to start directly. Almost every day starts at 5 o’clock in the morning so that you can get everything done. So we were wondering what your daily routine is like?

CARINA: That’s right, my day often starts very early because I always have a lot on my mind and in order to get everything done and under one roof, I try to get up as early as possible. As soon as the children are out of the house in the morning, our dog Carlos has to be unwound for at least 1 hour so that I can then go about my work in peace and quiet.

In between the work, that is, the creation of content, I try to manage the household in the mornings, which unfortunately only works very rarely. At best, I get a lot done in the 5 hours in the morning, so that I can concentrate fully on the boys in the afternoon. Before I pick up Jonas and Noah from the kindergarten, I take Carlos for another little spin. The boys eat lunch at the kindergarten, but there are still days when they come home with a growling stomach. For this reason, I’m glad that I always cook very large portions in the evening, so that I can always heat up a small portion the next day. So I save myself cooking at lunchtime.

Depending on the weather, we spend the afternoon either outdoors on the playground, at my parents’ house in the garden, at the skate park, in an indoor playground or at home. Since my husband works for a large food company, I often send him the shopping lists and save myself the shopping… My oldest will be 16 in February and is already relatively independent, so here I mainly have to manage the pickup and delivery at the station and often calculate more for dinner, if friends of his are visiting and stay.

If my husband makes it home before 6:30 p.m., then we eat together. In this case, I have already bathed the children in advance and made them ready for bed, so that we can divide the brushing of teeth and reading of stories between us after dinner. Once the children are asleep at 7:00 p.m., I take care of the household chores and, in the best case scenario, my husband Rene takes Carlos out for a short walk. In the evening we like to sit together with a glass of red wine, tell each other about our day and work on our new project. But we also like to sit on the sofa and watch a Netflix series. In bed, before I go to sleep, I write my to-do list for the next day and then my eyes close relatively quickly.

Photo: Carina Pranz/Fab4Media

“Somehow I need all these tasks…”

FIV: Wow! But how nice that you can divide some activities between you! Besides your job as a content creator, you’re also a mom to three kids. How do you balance it all?

CARINA: I am actually asked this question very often. Many people can’t imagine it, but somehow I need all these tasks and the hustle and bustle all day long. Rene, for example, was against having a dog for a very long time, because that would mean a lot of work again and I’m already very busy. But in reality I really enjoy this new challenge and Carlos is my sporty balance to my work. I love to plan and organize my days and that makes it a bit easier for me than for others to get everything under one hat.

Carina’s tips for a disciplined life

FIV: Do you have any tips for our readers to become more disciplined?

CARINA: My To Do Lists, which I write down every night before I go to bed, help me. Without my lists, I would honestly be quite lost or let’s say haphazard on the road. Since I have a lot of thoughts going through my head during the day, be it professional or private, I tend to forget a lot without a list. With my list, I also know, for example, what has priority and what can possibly be postponed until tomorrow. I really get a lot more done that way.

Photo: Carina Pranz/Fab4Media

Fashion: reduced and thoughtful shopping

FIV: Travel, fashion and family are the main topics of your social media channels. Now we would like to talk to you about fashion and you are a great fashion inspiration for your community. So we asked ourselves: where do you prefer to buy your clothes?

CARINA: The focus is now on reduced and considered shopping, which is not always very easy, especially in my business as a fashion creator. I have to admit that I love shopping. However, I also regularly clean out and part with clothes that I wear too rarely. In the last year I have become aware of many great brands, such as Ayen, dariadeh and Viktoria Luise. There you can find really beautiful and sustainable basics that are timeless and you have a very long time with the clothes.

“I prefer to stay out of the way of fashion trends”.

FIV: Fashion often comes with trends. What is your opinion on fashion trends? Is there a current fashion trend that you can’t understand at all?

CARINA: The last few years I have found more and more my style. My clothes are very simple and timeless and can be combined with everything. I usually skip the trends, because I always notice that I don’t have a long pleasure with these particular pieces. So I prefer to avoid fashion trends and stay true to my basics.

Carina’s favorite: Prada Loafers

FIV: What is your favorite piece of clothing from your closet and why? Maybe you associate a certain time with it?

CARINA: There are honestly sooo many and I can’t even commit to just one. I love my simple blazers, basic tees, jeans, coats and trench coats and all my handbags. But if I had to choose one in a hurry, it would be my Prada Loafers, which have been on my wish list for almost a year. It’s not a piece of clothing, it’s a pair of shoes, but they are incredibly comfortable and were worth every penny. Whether combined with jeans or a dress, they really make a statement.

Family with 3 children, 2 cats & 1 dog

FIV: You and your family also have two cats and a dog. How do the animals get along with each other? Is there another pet coming soon?

CARINA: It is getting better day by day. Our two British Shorthair males were not very enthusiastic about our new dogs at the beginning, but meanwhile all three of them can stay on the same floor without any trouble. If Carlos is too wild or stormy, he is hissed at and then he gives them a wide berth. I would love to have more pets, but unfortunately my husband doesn’t play along anymore. Although, I could persuade him with the last three, maybe it will work another time.

Photo: Carina Pranz/Fab4Media

Content Creation: No two days are the same

FIV: Now, last but not least, we’d like to talk about your job as a content creator. What do you love about your job?

CARINA: That I can let off steam creatively and that no day or cooperation is like the other. You learn something new every day, because every job, every trip is different and every client has different ideas about the implementation. It’s so much fun and I love that I outgrow myself every day. You get to meet so many great people and new friendships are always formed because of it. I’m really incredibly grateful every day to be able to do this great job.

Changes in the job in the coming years

FIV: How do you think your job will change in the next few years?

CARINA: I always have my personal goals in mind and think that Instagram and my job will be around for a while. The way we create and deliver content to our community will definitely change a few more times (e.g. LIVE, Reels, IGTV, etc.) The important thing is to stay on the ball and use the tools Instagram offers you and pay attention to what content your community wants.

FIV: Thank you very much for your time and the nice interview! We wish you all the best on your way!

Photo: Carina Pranz/Fab4Media

More interviews

Did you like the interview with Carina? Then you can find more exciting interviews here!

Julia.kammerer in interview: About tattoos, fashion & Coachella

Fashion, lifestyle, food! Julia’s social media channels revolve around these topics. The always cheerful content creator posts fashion hauls, outfit inspirations, recipes and lots of lifestyle content. And she never misses her dog Abbey. She loves to travel and special trips always get a place under her skin. How many tattoos does Julia have then? In this interview we talk about fashion, tattoos, travel and content creation. Fashion is Julia’s passion. She always looks great, so we asked her where she stores for her outfits and what accessory she can’t leave the house without. We also talked about Coachella, because everyone who is on Instagram or TikTok knows about the festival! But is it really worth it or is it just hype? And what does she actually love about her job and to what extent will it change in the next few years? These are exactly the questions Julia answers for us. In addition, we talk about her favorite travel destinations and hotspots that you should definitely visit and do! All this and more you can find out here in this interview!

• Julia.kammerer in interview

Photo: Julia Kammerer / Fab4Media

Kim Hnizdo interview: Her thoughts on model business

About six years ago, Kim from Bad Homburg was able to prove herself against thousands of girls and won the 11th season of “Germany’s next Topmodel”. Since then, she has worked internationally as a model and travels all over the world. Mental health, but also support and empowerment especially among women are of high importance to her. Thus, Kim is committed to social projects and has recently become the newest Ambassador of “Women For Women International”. Kim talks to our magazine about the German and international model industry. The model has always wanted to see the world and get out of German comfort. Through her job she achieves all that and in addition always gets to know new places, new people and new challenges. Of course, we also talked to her about “Germany’s next Topmodel”. We asked her what she thinks of the show as a winner and how open she is to radical change today. We also questioned whether she would have gone this way even without GNTM, because before the show she actually chose a different path. Last but not least, we talked to Kim about mental health and her values. How Kim thinks about these things and much more, you can find out here in this interview!

• Kim Hnizdo in interview

Photo: Kim Hnizdo

Sporty and elegant: must-haves of the season

Whether it’s dinner with work colleagues, important shopping in the afternoon or Casual Friday at the office – with these clothes you’ll manage the perfect combination of sporty and elegant.

Hoodies: sports fashion classics

Hoodies are a sports fashion classic, but contrary to popular belief, they are also suitable for an elegant look. Especially in combination with classic colors like gray, black or white, hoodies come across well and they can even be worn casually under a blazer. However, it depends on the type of hoodie – fanny packs, for example, are a no-no. Fortunately, retailers like gorillasports.de offer a wide selection, so it’s not hard to find suitable hoodies.

Hoodies in classic colors are sporty and elegant at the same time

Suit pants: The right fabric

When you think of suit pants, you don’t usually associate them with sporty clothing. However, this assumption is wrong, because suit pants can also be sporty and in the end it depends on the respective fabric. A good example is suit pants made of textile blends such as polyester/viscose stretch: they hardly differ from classic sweatpants in terms of feel, yet still come across as elegant. There are also suit pants with waist elastics that can be easily adjusted to your own figure.

Track pants: fashionable and modern

A good alternative to suit pants are track pants, because they are a little more casual and often have a colored stripe on the side seam. The pants are mostly made of synthetic materials and have become an integral part of fashion. Originally, track pants were considered purely sports pants, but now they are also used for elegant clothing styles.

Sneakers: perfect for everyday life

Hardly any piece of clothing comes close to the popularity of sneakers and the sports shoes are now even a popular investment. It is therefore not surprising that sneakers are also part of a sporty and elegant look. However, it is not always easy to choose suitable sports shoes and it is important to make sure that the sneakers match the rest of the outfit. In this regard, you should pay special attention to the right colors and basically, too flashy models are not suitable to combine with more elegant clothes. In any case, there is no reason to do without sneakers and there are also many businessmen who enjoy the sports shoes.

Important: Matching color combination & no flashy models

Accessories: round off the outfit

In themselves, accessories are not items of clothing, but nevertheless they are part of an elegant and sporty look. Unlike other styles, however, many accessories are unsuitable and while, for example, a sporty watch can enhance the look, imposing earrings with pearls look rather out of place. In general, it is better to be sparing with accessories so as not to commit a style breach. What accessories are best depends, as so often, on the rest of the clothes. If the look is overly sporty, slightly dressier accessories are a good choice, but usually sporty accessories are the better choice.

Videos: Outfit tips, unique combinations & the biggest mistakes

You still need inspiration for your next outfits? Here you are best advised!

Athleisure: Sporty and chic through everyday life

Eye-catching accessories, knotted shirts for that certain something and heels that stretch the leg – sporty and chic through everyday life with these outfit ideas:

Clever combinations of Erin Elizabeth: Comfortable and stylish

It all depends on the right combination. YouTuber Erin Elizabeth knows that too. Here are her favorite outfits:

Biggest Don’ts: Unflattering cuts, cheap fabrics & Co.

Of course, there are also some mistakes to avoid at all costs, from unflattering cuts to uncomfortable and cheap fabrics to wrong-fitting jumpsuits:

To start: recipe with frozen berries

Here’s a delicious recipe that makes it easy to use fruit from your freezer. The best part? This smoothie is packed with antioxidants that will strengthen and cleanse your body.

Sweet blueberry smoothie with banana

This smoothie is a real all-rounder. The vitamins of the blueberry and the healthy fats from the avocado make you fit and healthy!

Berries Smoothie: Mixed Fruits

This smoothe is super variable, as you can use your favorite berries for it, according to your taste. Any kind of berries you have at home, you can use for it! Easy to prepare and without many ingredients, a super quick freshness kick for in between!

For every taste: 12 smoothies

If the last videos haven’t convinced you yet, here are 12 more super delicious berry smoothies. There’s something for everyone here, guaranteed!

Fitness smoothies: healthy and delicious

In this video you will find a super recipe with protein powder to go fit and strengthened through everyday life and the next training session.

Smoothie Bowls with berries: super breakfast

Last but not least, here are some recipes that are great for breakfast. Because did you know, smoothies are not only a great drink, but can also be prepared with many toppings as a full meal.

Super Food! Create your smoothies with it

Here are some top ingredients for your smoothies!

Frozen berries

Berries mix

Yoghurt to refine

Honey to sweeten

Breakfast Smoothie Bowl

More Smoothie Recipes

You’ve got a taste for it and want to try out more delicious smoothies? To make it quick, we have collected the best smoothie recipes for you here, for the most popular types of fruit in Germany. Also our special: green smoothies made from vegetables.

• Overview: Smoothie recipes

Classic Strawberry Smoothie

For starters, a super simple and extremely delicious recipe for a very simple strawberry smoothie.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

The best way to spice up a regular strawberry smoothie is to add bananas to the strawberries: this makes for a super tasty, refreshing combination for young and old alike.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMdXdn1L0fg

Healthy breakfast smoothie

In a healthy diet, one thing is very important: take a lot of vitamins. Therefore, this smoothie is the ideal solution when you need to go fast, whether as a snack for in between or as breakfast for the ideal start to the day.

Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie

Super refreshing, berry sweet and also super healthy: The strawberry blueberry smoothie is the ideal drink for everyone who likes it fruity-fresh.

Foodtrend: 6 Smoothie Bowl Recipes

They look beautiful and are all-over Instagram: smoothie bowls are all the rage among healthy breakfast alternatives.

Tips for the perfect smoothie bowl

Want to get your smoothie bowl to the perfect consistency but don’t want to spend a lot of money on an expensive blender, then this video is a real life saver.

Strawberry time! 5 tips for your kitchen

With these ingredients, you can blend up the perfect strawberry smoothie or a refreshing strawberry smoothie bowl according to your personal preferences:

Strawberry

Banana

Blueberry

Milk

Quark

More smoothies: recipes

You’ve got a taste for it and want to try out more delicious smoothies? To make it quick, we have collected the best smoothie recipes for you here, for the most popular types of fruit in Germany. Also our special: green smoothies made from vegetables.

• Overview: Smoothie recipes

Marketing, Coach, Protagonist, Manager, Founder

FIV. Hello dear Michael, thank you for taking the time to answer a few questions about yourself and your agency. Maybe you can tell our readers a little bit about yourself first. What has been your career so far and your professional successes? What did you study and why did you choose this industry?

Michael: I studied communications with a focus on marketing and communications and completed training as a business and life coach. I was able to gain leadership experience in the areas of marketing, sales and HR at an early stage and worked in various consumer goods industries, for which I am still grateful today. In addition, I have worked for various TV productions and broadcasters. From casting protagonists to casting presenters, there was a lot involved. During my time in advertising, I had a small online start-up on the side, which worked well, but unfortunately did not bring in any money – my first failure, so to speak. laughs I was able to gain further experience in the field of people and model management and I worked as an independent coach, while in 2013 I founded one of the first talent management agencies with partners, which also covered the digital component in the placement of advertising and talent. In 2020, we parted ways. With mf-mgmt I founded a new agency, which is still specialized in talent management, but has a completely new focus and different content.

Model management: foundation, tips, experiences

FIV: How did you get the idea to start your own business? Was there a specific moment or have you been thinking about starting your own business for a while?

Michael: I started working on the side very early on and tried different things on my own as well. But the decision is generally always based on my convictions. If I’m convinced of something, then I have to implement it and try it out. The content of the agency is the sum of my collected experiences and adventures. Both the positive and the negative.

FIV: You’ve had some experience and you’ve certainly had your ups and downs. What would you recommend to new people in the industry? Do you have any tips you can give us?

Michael: It’s important to stay true to yourself and not sell yourself. The more successful you become, the bigger the tasks and problems become and the harder it is to shape the internal structure in a way that suits everyone. But probably the most important tip is to always try to look at the values of those you work with. Ideally beforehand.

FIV: What was your greatest success so far? What do you always remember fondly and what are you particularly proud of?

Michael: Oha … Over the years there have certainly been a lot of different things that have been successful, but also a lot of things that have not been successful, of course. But I guess my answer is different than you’d expect: Over a period of time, I coached people who had different, deeper issues for free. It was very emotional, honest, and grateful (on both sides). I’m proud of that.

Success or happiness?

FIV: What is more important to you: professional success or happiness? What is your opinion on this?

Michael: My job makes me happy, so I don’t really have to ask myself that question. But since you’re asking it: happiness! Because I know that I live healthier when I am happy. Career success without being happy means “gut wrenching” and at worst, draws health consequences. Especially during my active coaching days, I’ve unfortunately witnessed the consequences all too often in others and it’s not worth it. It is even worse when ego and profile neuroses are added … Both often go hand in hand with the need to want to stand outwardly for professional success and to be recognized (in short “show”). From a lack of social competence to illnesses (physical or psychological), everything can be observed here as a consequence. In my opinion, no one can really want that and yet it happens frequently.

Private life, hobbies & conservation

FIV: Do you have a professional role model? Is there a particular person you look up to or admire professionally?

Michael: I find some personalities exciting and respect them, but I would not speak of role models now. One of these personalities is, for example, the journalist Dirk Steffens. He is constantly campaigning for the protection of species, educating people and working to ensure that this absolutely important issue is enshrined in the German constitution. This because he has recognized that otherwise we will probably get far-reaching problems with food in the future due to our population density. Both for us and for future generations, honestly addressing this issue should be one of the most important tasks.

FIV: Your everyday life can certainly be stressful and quite busy. Do you still have time for your private life? What about hobbies?

Michael: I already work a lot, but I also make sure that I take time off and have time for myself. Admittedly – I spend more time with my job, but that’s okay. Because of the pandemic, I discovered kayaking on the Alster for myself last year. One of my best friends got me to order an inflatable kayak from Amazon. No sooner said than done, we had a lot of fun! I will be doing that again this year. Apart from that, I’m busy with, who would be surprised: species conservation.

FIV: We’d like to know a little more about you as a person. Tell us something about your daily routine. Do you have certain rituals? How do you relax after a stressful day?

Michael: I relax anti-cyclically. This means that I go running early in the morning, do sports and take enough time for a healthy, vegan breakfast with vitamins. Personally, I really can’t start the day any more relaxed than this. I have peace and fresh air in the morning. Body and mind get what they need and so I have enough power until late evening, sometimes even into the night.

FIV: Thank you for taking the time to answer some questions. FIV Magazine and I wish you all the best for the future and stay healthy

Body Positivity & Self Love Tips

FIV: Hey Elena I’m glad you found the time to do an interview with me. Looking at your Instagram feed, you seem to be very much into body positivity and are therefore a role model for many young people. Can you give us some tips on how to feel more comfortable in your body?

Elena: I think that everyone has to find out for themselves. Unfortunately there is no panacea. But it has always been helpful for me – should I not feel well with myself – to look at myself from a bird’s eye view. A body is also simply that. A body of flesh and blood that fortunately works great and does everything it’s supposed to! So to just take this huge weight off the whole topic of “perfect body”, that helps.

FIV: What has helped you feel more comfortable in your body the most – was it yoga, perhaps?

Elena: On the one hand the above described and on the other hand yoga has certainly helped me! Especially in times when it is particularly difficult for me to accept myself as I am. In the end, yoga is nothing more than a “moving meditation”, where you simply let go of everything you don’t need, just like those thoughts of self-criticism.

FIV: Yoga is a very relaxing sport and certainly good for the soul. Is there another sport you would like to try that is more the opposite of yoga?

Elena: I wanted to do a boxing course for a long time!

Linda Böse

Model everyday life: new projects & identity crisis

FIV: Besides the photo shoots and travelling, how does a day look like for you?

Elena: Well, since these two things are no longer an issue since Corona, I have very different and relaxed daily routines at the moment. I can set my own working hours and concentrate on what I would like to do beyond the whole online topic. So lots of time and energy for my own projects at the moment!

FIV: How do you find time for yourself at all?

Elena: Yes, a lot at the moment! I’m very grateful for that too. I’ve been overworking myself quite a bit the last few years and a lot of it just wasn’t necessary. Due to the “standstill” this year I only noticed how much I distracted myself from myself, my insecurities and my “identity wars” – by constantly travelling and jumping from peak to peak! In return, I finally got time to shed more light on these very things!

Linda Böse

Podcast with her dad Mathieu Carrière: “Tongue in Ear”

FIV: Not only are you a very open person on Instagram and talk about all kinds of topics, you also do that in your podcast ” Tongue in Ear”.

How did you get the idea to do a podcast? And then with your dad Mathieu Carrière?

Elena: At the end of last year I first had the idea to have his biography written (he wouldn’t do it himself out of humility and I have neither the time nor the “know-how” unfortunately). Then I thought, you could start a kind of audio diary of him, where you talk to him about everything: his views, stories from the past, anecdotes etc. . He’s had such a colorful life (and still does!) that it’s incredibly important to me to capture it in his own words! And of course our age difference plays into our cards: he’s a whopping 46 years older than me, which means we cover generations that has really big gaps in between! That is exciting!

FIV: How do you come up with the topics for your podcast? Do you brainstorm together? Or does it all come rather spontaneously?

Elena: In the beginning we agreed on one topic per episode, but then we quickly realized that we jump so freely and confused in the topics that just touch us more, that it does not make so much sense! But of course we always discuss beforehand what is on our minds and what we would like to talk about!

FIV: Thank you very much for taking the time for an interview for our FIV Magazine. I wish you and your family much more success and stay healthy!

The daily life of a modelbooker

FIV: When it comes to the profession of a model booker, not everyone can directly imagine what you actually do exactly. What does the everyday life in your agency look like?

Alice: A normal day in the life of a modelbooker consists of a variety of tasks,from scouting models to meeting new models to coaching them to be successful. Booking models for cool, interesting jobs, the admin life!!! It’s fun and varied, but you have to have an eye for the job to get your talent the right job!

FIV: What are your fondest memories of working with clients?

Alice: All of them were great, but ASOS & Harrods are my favourites if I had to choose, they were so easy and fun to work with!

The model jargon explained for you

FIV: Many of our readers don’t know the words we use in the modeling business on a daily basis. Please explain in a few words, help our readers understand the modeling jargon.

Alice: Casting – Castings are held so that the client can see the model in person, usually a few pictures are taken at the meeting (models go without makeup, hair natural and wear black jeans with a black top) and if there is a role or specific shots to be taken on the day of the shoot, the client would ask the model to elaborate.

Intended Use – Where the client will use the images/videos they receive from the booking EG. Online & Social Media for 1 year.
Z-Card (Model Card) One or more pictures of a model printed on a card, showing which agency she is represented by and a few statistics. (She or he would bring this to a casting).

FIV: Can you explain the difference between bookings and test shoots?

Alice: Bookings are paid work from a brand/client with commercial use. A test shoot is a free shoot that photographers request or we as an agency look for to help develop new model portfolios or an experienced model needs new images (the photographer will also use them in their own portfolio).

How to become a model!

FIV: Many pretty boys and girls dream of becoming a professional model themselves. What should a model application contain? Can you give 3 pieces of advice?

Alice: Instagram link (so we can see what her life looks like) her measurements and especially Polaroid and portfolio pictures!

FIV: What does a first model interview usually look like?

Alice: We ask for some background information, their background, experience, expectations of their rates. We explain how we work here at the agency and how we get jobs etc. (this gives them a real idea of BTS and the work we do for our talent) and finally we take Polaroid’s.

FIV: How should a newface show up for you? (outwardly & character wise) Give us 3 pieces of advice for our young readers.

Alice: Fun and enjoyment of life, willing to start from the bottom with low fees, long hours, good communication, that’s all we ask of our newfaces ?

New model of a model agency

FIV: Can brands/companies book your models only for shoots or also for events and video productions?

Alice: Brands can book stills, videos, films, theatre, events (we have an influencer & artist/actor board as well as models).

FIV: Your work ethic is to set new standards in the model agency business. What exactly do you mean by that?

Alice: We want the best for our talent, we want to develop them and give them the best possible advice to make them as successful as possible. We are a family at BMA #bmafamily

Making statements with T-shirts: What stands out?

A look at current fashion magazines shows that the trend is moving in the direction of whimsical colors and shapes. There is basically no limit to creativity. Particularly striking are T-shirts with fringes that are reminiscent of a cowboy look. These are not infrequently set off from the rest in color and thus the ultimate eye-catcher. In addition, a change in fashion can be seen that takes older generations back to the 80s. Polo shirts, denim jackets and carrot trousers are up to date and popular again.

In addition to plain T-shirts with an eye-catching color, there are also many prints on T-shirts that show the interests of the wearer. Here, for example, T-shirts with the favorite band or the favorite game or an exciting, funny or provocative saying are meant. The focus here is a favorite band or a designer himself, which gives outsiders a first impression about hobbies and interests.

A statement for every situation: festival, everyday, office

As in many other areas of life, in the world of fashion everything is possible. Accordingly, there is no rule about who is not allowed to wear a certain style of clothing. Nevertheless, there is a clear tendency when it comes to the use and wearability of fan articles. In this regard, print shirts are often seen among concert and festival goers because they want to support their favorite band and feel more connected to them. In addition, these shirts are increasingly worn in big cities because the cultural diversity is more visible there.

Another t-shirt trend that has caught on over time is wearing quotes from famous people on shirts. The most popular is the simple variant: a white shirt with black writing.

Read more about statement shirts for men and women here and find out which shirts are especially trendy.

Hype about band shirts: John Lennon, ACDC, Mick Jagger & Co.

In the past they were a tribute of the fans to their musical idols, today they are a trendy must-have: band shirts. After a short break, they are enjoying great popularity again and are now styled with a lot of style break. But who are the rock legends whose faces, names and signatures can be found on the shirts? The three most successful rock bands whose images and sayings are worn on t-shirts are: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd.

Make a statement in the office

Suit, tie and co. are replaced by loose shirts with light sayings or quotes. Of course, the informal lock can’t be worn in every . industry. But especially a statement shirt can individualize a business look and make it a real eye-catcher. So why not wear a white, black shirt under your jacket instead of a shirt and become a modern man.

Everyday Statements

Statement shirts are of course predestined to be worn on the street, in the park, on the train or at university or school. Why only in your own four walls, if the shirt gets no attention there?

Which t-shirts are most popular with men?

Clothing is diverse and offers the wearer different applications. Nevertheless, one type of T-shirt remains clearly in first place: the T-shirt with a round neck. This can end close to the neck, but also show more skin. As a rule, these are plain-coloured shirts that are especially popular in summer due to their loose cut. However, these T-shirts are also found in fan articles and many print shirts, so that the wearer represents the majority of all men.

Show character

In a way, every T-shirt represents a piece of character, so that even the first glance can decide about future contact. The viewer sees a shirt and thinks of the originator of the saying or the context from which it comes. Thus, immediate conclusions are drawn about the personality of the wearer and a part of his character is revealed.

Luxury brands as statement: Chanel, Niki, Dior, Gucci & Co.

Statement shirts do not necessarily have to consist of a saying the quote. On the contrary: already wearing a brand with a striking logo is a statement. Many brands like Nike, Balenciaga, Chanel, Gucci or Dior react to the demand and produce minimalistic shirts that only put the logo in the center of the top. In combination with casual pants and a few flashy, colorful accessories, the look is perfect.

Personalize T-shirts

For very creative minds there is the possibility to have your favorite saying printed on a shirt. Often you can’t find the exact saying that you would wear in public. Meanwhile, the online shops are piling up in which your own design can be printed. We have made a detailed list of all providers and services, so that you could soon wear your own statement shirt.

Here you will find everything around the topic of printed shirts.

DIY Statement Shirts

Whether you want to print memes, funny sayings, or your best friend’s not-so-flattering picture on a t-shirt, you’ll need nothing more than common household products. Pretty sure we all love and enjoy rolling up old clothes into new, custom, clothing!
Find out how you can easily print a T-shirt with plastic/food/maran film here. Without spending a lot of money you can easily spice up your old clothes.

T-shirts with funny sayings for men

Besides trendy motif shirts and band statements, humorous tops are also establishing themselves in men’s fashion. Who wants to conjure up a smile on the face of his counterpart or simply want to spray a good mood, falls back on shirts with funny sayings. However, these also require a little courage to irony. In addition, you should not take yourself too first. In general: Wear your statement shirt with pride! Shirts with funny sayings are often found at bachelor parties and birthday parties.

Statement shirts as a gift

Personalized shirts are especially good to give away and conjure up a smile on the lips of every birthday boy or girl. Whether purchased or self-printed, a statement suitable for the person pleases everyone. The following applies: Go into the characteristics of the person receiving the gift and reflect his personality or special characteristics in the statement.