Male Models - Pressure to be Perfect Leads to "Manorexia"

Male models are not immune to the pressure to become perfect. They are expected to have the perfect bodies that we usually see in magazines. Because of this, a lot of men are what we call "manorexics".

The term "manorexic" is used to describe a man with Anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder. A person has Anorexia when he or she becomes obsessed with any quantity of fat that he or she sees on her body. this leads them to exercise extremely and starve themselves.

Anorexia is more common with women but recent studies in the American Journal of Psychiatry showed that there are over 1 million men struggling with this eating disorder in the United States.

A lot of manorexics belong to businesses or industries that value beauty and physical appearance very much.

In the modeling world, a lot of men develop this disorder. A perfect example is Jeremy Gillitzer, a former male model who developed Anorexia after entering the modeling business.

Gillitzer used to look like a Hollywood star with a ripped physique. But then his obsession and desire to look perfect for photos all the time led him to work-out excessively and eat very little.

Here is a video featuring Jeremy:

It is not an easy thing to get out of, Anorexia. It takes years to make a person with Anorexia healthy again. And for many, such as Jeremy, fighting this disorder ends tragically. Male model Jeremy Gillitzer died in 2010 at the age of 38.

Male Models Agency – Preparing for A Go-See

The modeling industry today is not as narrow as it was before. Nowadays, everyone can model – tall girls, petite girls, plus-size girls, old people, babies and even the male population have taken over the world of modeling – Google “male models agency” and you’ll find thousands of them!

To become a model, people would have to go to go-sees. A go-see is an opportunity for models or aspiring models to be represented by a modeling agency or be booked for projects. A model can only have a few moments to impress agents during go-sees so it’s very important to prepare for them.

1. Sleep Well, Drink More

Having a clear complexion is important for a model because it usually tells agents how naturally good-looking you are without make up. Let’s face it – male models can’t wear as much make-up as female models can. At least 8 glasses of water and at least 8 hours of sleep can help give your skin a youthful glow. The average male adult is required to sleep at least 8 hours. Some people can get by with 7 hours or 6, but having full 8 hours of sleep usually results to better condition of your skin. Plus, it helps you think better the day after – good-looking and witty? I doubt any male models agency would turn you down.

2. Portfolio, Portfolio, Portfolio

Forgot your portfolio? Then forget being booked. A portfolio shows agents the range of your modeling skills, the things you can do and the different looks that you can rock. It is a determinant as to whether or not you are right for their agency or project and if you don’t have it with you during a go-see, chances are, they will never book you. Prepare your portfolio the night before – put it inside your bag or car so you won’t forget it.

3. Clothes to Wear

Initially, agents want to see you in your most basic and natural look. So no, you don’t need to wear a tuxedo. Just a clean white shirt and jeans would be fine. Choose those that are form-fitting and flattering.

Every male models agency has its own standards when it comes to models that they represent. To broaden your chances of getting represented, do some research. Find out which agencies take male models your size, height, look, ethnicity and more. With any luck, you’d be nailing go-sees sooner than you expect.