Legendary model Christie Brinkley talks body image ahead of her 70th birthday
Christie Brinkley may be pushing 70 but she’s showing no signs of switching up her sensual public image.
The 69-year-old Vogue model will still be donning bikinis for social media and says she feels as good as she did 40 years ago.
“I feel strong,” Brinkley told People, “I pretty much feel, as I'm approaching 70, the same way that I felt when I was approaching 30. I feel good.”
She spoke to the outlet while hosting Pet Life Unlimited’s Forever Young senior dog adoption event at the Animal Haven shelter in New York City.
“I feel like the number doesn't match my spirit, so I may as well just keep spiriting on,” she added. She will turn 70 on February 2, 2024.
“I think they all signal to us certain things,” she said.
“I've been shocked by not feeling the way I thought I was supposed to be feeling at that age,” she explained.
“I don't believe that focusing on age is going to make you feel any better about it.” And her advice for looking young was, “I think curiosity in the world around you and just wanting to do something with each day, that is what keeps you young and going.”
The 69-year-old shared that her family keeps her grounded. She has two daughters, Alex Ray, 37, and Sailor, 24, and one son Jack, 27.
“I just love any time I have any family and friends around, just being able to sit and laugh — I think laughter heals everything,” she continued.
In 2022, Brinkley spoke about her figure. She was seen in a crop top and shorts while stretching on the beach and offered some solid advice.
“When you eat too much, it’s not as easy to lose the weight, so here’s a tip that’s tried and true, that will make you feel like your best you,” she said.
She also advised, “avoid the sugar and do exercise, it’s not about the size of your thighs.”
“Vibrant good health will be your prize! Reminder this month when you buy a bottle, you’ll put planting trees into full throttle!” she said.
The mum-of-three was spotted in a light blue swimsuit while walking on the shore in the Caribbean and took to Instagram to reveal to followers what she eats to stay in shape.
She broke down her healthy diet tips and tricks that don’t skimp on flavour but rely heavily on freshly picked fruit.
In one post she uploaded an image of freshly cut papaya sprinkled with greens.
“My neighbors grew this papaya! Look at the rich color! I'm planting the seeds from this papaya!”she wrote.
Another post showcased her breakfast which appeared to consist primarily of fresh fruit.
“Today's breakfast! Chia seeds really fill you up fast, great source of fiber and quercetin an antioxidant that can reduce your risk of developing several health conditions including heart disease!”, she wrote.
Another post saw blueberries and raspers over chia seeds mixed with a “milk replacement” and pecans on top.
“Easy to make too just put 2 tablespoons of chia seeds for every half cup of your milk replacement of choice. I love it made with coconut milk or Oatmilk, Just pop it in the fridge and it will puff up. Ta Da!
“Add fruit dribble with honey if you have a sweet tooth.”
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