A NEW FACE FOR DAS MODEL MANAGEMENT IN MIAMI TURNS A SPARK IN TO A SOCIAL MEDIA FIRESTORM THROUGH THE ART OF BEAUTY

Colombian-born Natalia Lorenzo joins the agencys CURVE division and inspires women everywhere with a rebounding confidence that is shooting for the stars
Miami Beach, FL December 21st, 2017: The newest home-grown talent from South Florida to join DAS Model Management has become an unassuming role model for women around the country and oversees, attracting global media attention from as far as Australia, while becoming the latest social media sensation thanks to an independent exhibition during Miami Art Week.
The 19-year-old Miami native, Natalia Lorenzo, has quickly grown accustomed to having an image management team and public relations professionals around her, since she decided to rebound from her late teenage years as a timid student at Florida International University, to emerge as an aspiring new model with over 50,000 followers on social media. While studying to become a doctor during high school and college, Natalias mother, a seamstress by trade, always thought her daughter had a spark for the fashion spotlight. With a wealth of encouragement at home and from her friends, the Colombian-born teenager built enough confidence to submit a series of photos to local modeling agencies in October, while admitting to be extremely self-conscious about her body in the past. The tide of self perception would soon turn for Natalia when DAS Model Management, a full-service international model management agency based in Miami Beach, responded immediately upon seeing her photography and invited her in to their offices. Not knowing where this would lead, Natalia became excited but very nervous to meet a beaming management team who welcomed her with unanticipated delight on the very same day. Natalias initial experience upon meeting the world-class group of professionals at DAS Model Management gave her a level of comfort and a new surge of confidence that would subsequently establish her career as an emerging model after signing with the CURVE division at the agency.
We immediately jumped on this opportunity to sign Natalia, as soon as her photos came through, says Jennifer Gregory, Director of Client Services at DAS Model Management and its CURVE division. Natalia embodies the true essence of natural beauty and she has found a new confidence that goes hand-in-hand with becoming an emerging model at the beginning of her career. Through our combined decades of experience and expertise with guiding and managing very promising new Plus size models, emerging talent has been propelled to new heights establishing some of the biggest names in the business. With the right management style and personal guidance given with every step of the development process, these women were able to excel on the world stage. We look forward to working with Natalia and unleashing her true potential.
Within two weeks of being signed to the agency, a major national retailer requested Natalia for a booking in New York City where she would spend a day representing one of the largest department stores in the country. Several beauty and fashion brands have since been in contact with DAS, urging Jennifer and her team to field requests for suitable brand partnerships between Natalia and the agencys top clients.
During Miami Art Week in December, Natalia agreed to participate in an independent exhibit produced by a photographer friend, entitled The Art of Beauty. Natalia attended the exhibit in Miamis Wynwood Arts District on December 10th, after having some revealing photography in underwear taken that would be on display as a five-foot tall poster size canvas. The theme of the exhibition was around women embracing their bodies and individual beauty as an art form as a way of reinforcing the new social norm. Nataliass excitement at the positive response from those she met at the exhibit and seeing herself in full splendor came in the form of a personal tweet that was instantly shared more than 47,000 times and liked over 215,000 times to this day.
At a young age I developed self imagery issues about my body, Natalia tweeted after the exhibit. It later led to depression and anxiety which I suffered from for years. Recently, I finally broke out of my shell and my face and my body is on a canvas at Art Basel this year. I couldnt be any more proud of myself.
After moving to the United States at the age of 7 years old, Natalia started gaining weight and was very shy, while having difficulty managing her diet that continued for two years. During high school in South Florida, she would avoid wearing a swimsuit and feel anxious when going to the beach hiding in the bathroom or covering herself with a t-shirt. Natalia reveals how she often did not want to leave her bedroom. By the time Natalia turned 18, she finally had enough and refused to let a perception of her body hold her back from enjoying life. Natalia discovered the joy in social media and taking photos of herself, which helped her view her body in a completely different light, after opening up and sharing her experiences on Instagram to a loving audience.
I decided to not let the way I look or my insecurities hold me back in life anymore, says Natalia. I had missed out on so many good times simply because of my self-perception. I have finally overcome my fears. My goal now is to be an inspiration to other people who have the same issues and be a role model for men and women everywhere while enjoying my new self and outlook on life. Signing with DAS Model Management has been a thrilling turning point in my life and has become a major stepping-stone towards fulfilling my ultimate goal in becoming the best I can possibly be. I hope to change the lives and minds of others throughout the world.
Natalia plans to use her new career with DAS Model Management as a platform for spreading the belief in personal self-expression, body positivity and individual beauty in every shape and form particularly through her work as an emerging model while receiving the personal guidance by the best in the business. Natalias biggest role model continues to be her Mom, who is most proud of her daughter and looks back on a time when she felt compelled to push Natalia in the right direction.

Last month I had the opportunity to model for Albedo100. It is a reflective spray that you can put on any clothing and stay safe running/walking etc at night time. This is me below in the photo:

Albedo100 was ranked #5 of the top 17 must have items for Canadian Winter ahead of winter coats, hats, slippers, touchscreen gloves, snow boots, winter tires, Advil and Netflix!
See link below:
http://www.canadianfamily.ca/parents/must-haves-canadian-winter/
Also check out the Albedo100 Canada Facebook page for more info:
https://www.facebook.com/Albedo100-Canada-1049189251867913/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf
And the Albedo100 Canada webpage is www.reflectivespray.ca
Nina Agdal and Trainer Akin Akman Design Stretching Routine Specifically For Long Drives |
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1. Neck Stretch
Description: This gentle stretch targets the sides of your neck.
Benefit to driver: A stiff neck can cause headaches and upper back pain so it’s important to loosen up to aid comfort ahead of a long drive. |
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2. Eccentric Upper Body Push Up
Description: This is an inclined push-up in which she will slowly lower herself onto the car until her chest is almost touching the hood or front panel, and then return explosively to the starting position.
Benefit to driver: Strengthens chest and back muscles while engaging the core. Increases blood flow to arms and upper body. Returning explosively to the starting position increases blood flow, heart rate, and boosts overall alertness.
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3. Eccentric Lower Body Squat
Description: Standing close to the back bumper with your back facing the back of the car, slowly lower down into a squat until your butt just touches the bumper. Then quickly return to a standing position.
Benefit to driver: Builds strength in your legs. The quick return to a full standing position awakens the senses by increasing heart rate and blood flow, elevating one’s focus and attentiveness. |
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4. Back Mobility
Description: With your arms reaching back behind you, slowly bend your back towards the car until you can place your hands flat on its surface. (It is not necessary to go into a full “bridge” position.) Finish the exercise by returning to a standing position — and then performing a forward toe touch.
Benefit to driver: Sitting for long periods builds tension in the lower back. This exercise releases that tightness in the lower back. The forward toe touch serves to loosen the hamstrings. |
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Akin teamed up with model and client Nina Agdal to demonstrate some of these key moves on site at Buick's Studio Envision in East Hampton this past weekend where the “Joy to Drive” video was screened for the first time. An intimate group of hosted guests at The Buick Studio Envision, an immersive experience in the heart of the Hamptons, also underwent a “Joy to Drive” work out with Akin Akman and Nina Agdal (pictured above). |
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Buick Celebrates new compact luxury SUV, the first-ever Buick Envision, with "Buick Envision Joy to Drive" Video
Nina Agdal and Akin Akman design custom stretching routine to aid with comfort on long drives
Health and wellbeing are top of mind for more and more Americans today, and for Buick as well. The first ever Buick Envision five passenger compact luxury SUV feature's signature Quiet Tuning, advanced driver assist technologies, and soft-touch materials, designed to contribute to a more relaxing, calm and happy driving experience.
Today, Buick is proud to release a new piece of video content inspired by the Envision, the "Buick Envision Joy to Drive" video.
The "Buick Envision Joy to Drive" video delivers a special stretching routine created by super trainer Akin Akman alongside his client, model Nina Agdal. The duo designed the routine specifically to aid comfort before, and after, long drives.
“I travel a lot for work with much of it being long distance whether it be driving or flying and I know first-hand the value of making sure that pre and post journey I look after my body – stretching helps deliver that comfort that allows me to relax and make the journey a joy,” said model Nina Agdal.
Speaking on the routine he created with Agdal and the need to stretch to create driving comfort trainer Akin Akman said, “These moves were designed to support core strength and increase blood flow and heart rate to stimulate alertness which is helpful both pre and post long drive.”
The "Buick Envision Joy to Drive” video celebrates the design details within the Buick Envision including premium soft touch materials, sculpted surfaces, ambient lighting and ample leg room which combine to deliver comfort for driver and passenger and thereby a happier drive.
The custom Nina Agdal and Akin Akman "Buick Envision Joy to Drive" Stretching Routine consists of the following four maneuvers, to be done both pre and post drive:
1. Neck Stretch
Description: This gentle stretch targets the sides of your neck.
Benefit to driver: A stiff neck can cause headaches and upper back pain so it’s important to loosen up to aid comfort ahead of a long drive.
2. Eccentric Upper Body Push Up
Description: This is an inclined push-up in which she will slowly lower herself onto the car until her chest is almost touching the hood or front panel, and then return explosively to the starting position.
Benefit to driver: Strengthens chest and back muscles while engaging the core. Increases blood flow to arms and upper body. Returning explosively to the starting position increases blood flow, heart rate, and boosts overall alertness.
3. Eccentric Lower Body Squat
Description: Standing close to the back bumper with your back facing the back of the car, slowly lower down into a squat until your butt just touches the bumper. Then quickly return to a standing position.
Benefit to driver: Builds strength in your legs. The quick return to a full standing position awakens the senses by increasing heart rate and blood flow, elevating one’s focus and attentiveness.
4. Back Mobility
Description: With your arms reaching back behind you, slowly bend your back towards the car until you can place your hands flat on its surface. (It is not necessary to go into a full “bridge” position.) Finish the exercise by returning to a standing position — and then performing a forward toe touch.
Benefit to driver: Sitting for long periods builds tension in the lower back. This exercise releases that tightness in the lower back. The forward toe touch serves to loosen the hamstrings.
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About Buick Envision:
Buick Studio Envision takes inspiration from the Buick brand values of quiet, calm and comfort and continues the support of the growing trend for wellness and the pursuit of happiness, a core American value. The all-new Envision is a perfect blend of style, refinement, versatility, and safety. These attributes give passengers a driving experience that creates a harmonious and spacious environment and a sense of wellbeing.
About Buick:
Buick is an international modern luxury brand offering vehicles with sculpted designs, luxurious interiors and thoughtful personal technologies, along with responsive-yet- efficient performance. Buick is attracting new customers with its portfolio of award-winning luxury models in North America and China. Learn more about Buick cars and crossovers at www.buick.com, on Twitter @buick, on Instagram @BuickUSA, or at www.facebook.com/bu
Instagram: @BuickUSA
Twitter: @Buick
Facebook: @Buick
#ThatsABuick #BuickEnvision
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Alicia Bell in Muscle Memory Mag
Have you seen me in the latest issue of muscle memory magazine. There is a full three page feature and interview. You can also view it online at www.musclememorymag.com What an honour to have such a great feature and thank you Ayze photos for the great images.



Our New Girl Crush Khloe Kardashian

Not only did she rock the Complex magazine cover, but she also nailed the Womens Health cover and she rocks adidas old school like no ones business. You've got to love her for getting back into shape. Inside Womeans Health she says she used fitness as an outlet to her broken marriage. She also accredits her trainer Gunnar Peterson (known for training many celebs). Congrats Khloe we love you! Way to rock it and inspire women all over the world! We are glad that you are training it right!

Khloe Kardashian You Are Training It Right

Khloe Kardashian You Are Training It Right. Look at these fabulous photos of the beautiful Khloe Kardashian. She landed the new cover of Complex magazine with your toned curves and lean physique. Her trainer Gunnar Peterson is definitely helping shape and sculpt Khloe into a fit and healthy woman! We love your efforts Khloe! Keep training, inspiring and looking fabulous! Thanks for inspiring me to hit the gym today Khloe!
J-Lo Celebrates her 46th Birthday Looking Fit And Fierce

J-lo recently celebrated her 46th birthday looking fit and fierce. She didn't leave much to the imagination but still kept it J-lo classy. What are your thoughts? Too little for 46? Or does she look fit and fierce. I personally love this look. Black and partially see through make up a lot of my favourite dresses in my own closet and I will still love them at 46 I am sure of it! Way to go J-lo!
Women's Running Features Plus-Size Model Erica Schenk On Its Cover
"Women of all sizes deserve to be praised for good health and have a presence in the media," Schenk told the mag. "Some women believe that since they have curves they can’t run or shouldn’t run. Running is for everybody, anytime."
Way to go Erica! And congrats on landing the cover! What a great step for women and plus size active women! You are definitely Training It Right!

It is with great pleasure and excitement that the Capture Group and Inside Fitness magazine come together to launch the unparalleled FMF (Fitness Music Fashion) event series. The first event will kick off at Maison Mercer, in Toronto, on April 25, 2015, and will feature a special guest appearance by fitness sensation Michelle Lewin.
From there, these exclusive FMF events will travel across Canada, offering guests the chance to be a part of the first-ever premier lifestyle event series that brings fitness, music, and fashion together in one entertaining occasion. These dynamic events will combine several exciting components, including a VIP cocktail reception, a fitness model competition (featuring 10 male and 10 female competitors), a fitness fashion show, and a full night of dancing to music from one of the country’s hottest DJs.
Each event begins with the exclusive cocktail reception, offering complimentary, premium spirits and specialty cocktails, alongside a delicious range of hors d'oeuvres and canapés from Fuel Foods. This portion of the evening gives guests the opportunity to meet and mingle with other VIP attendees before the night truly begins. Following the reception, guests will witness an authentic, yet unique, fitness model competition where 20 premier applicants will strut their stuff as they try to win guests’ votes for our top model title. After the winners have been announced, attendees will enjoy an exclusive fashion show featuring the latest styles from athletic brands like New Balance and ICE GEAR Fitness Apparel.
Following the fitness and fashion portions of the evening, guests can dance the night away to the sensational soundtrack provided by one of New York City’s hottest DJ’s, Ross One (Marquee, LIV, One Oak). Anyone attending one of our FMF events can look forward to all of these benefits, and more, as they party until last call and partake in this truly unrivalled, highly anticipated social experience.
Event Dates:
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Toronto, Ontario - April 25, 2015
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Montréal, Québec - May 23, 2015
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Calgary, Alberta - June 20, 2015
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Vancouver, British Columbia - July 25, 2015
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Winnipeg, Manitoba - August 22, 2015
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The Finals, Toronto, Ontario - October 17, 2015
FMF (Fitness Music Fashion) is an event for those who are passionate about healthy living, socializing, and having fun while looking great.
About Us
The Capture Group:
Experts in entertainment and hospitality the Capture Group owns and operates some of Canada’s top venues and is highly experienced in hosting world-class events. Capture Group has a combined 40-plus years in the event production and promotion industry and possesses strong relationships with key influencers and the industry elite across North America.
Inside Fitness Magazine:
As the nation’s leading industry publication for nearly 10 years, Inside Fitness is more than just a magazine: it is a brand that values and advocates a healthy and active lifestyle through its groundbreaking events and industry coverage.
Michelle Lewin:
Michelle is an internationally renowned fitness model and top-ranking competitor. She has quickly become one of the biggest stars in the industry, while maintaining her beloved girl-next-door attitude. Michelle is now one of the most famous fitness models in the world, with over 10 million people actively following her social media accounts. FMF will mark her first visit to Canada.
For additional details regarding these events please visit fitnessmusicfashion.com.
Train It Right's very own Alicia Bell had the opportunity to model for Precision Nutrition. The nutrition certification that Alicia has and uses in her nutrition consultations with her clients. It is the best certification for coaches and the best program for client's looking to take their nutrition to the next level. Check out a screen shot of the page!
