Hantuchova is HOt

There is probably a lot of research on eating disorders and body image problems, and medically speaking, I do not know what the hell I am talking about. But I do have a small theory.

I think part of her image problem is the pressure to have no double chin. She feels that pressure, sees her chin, and wants to lose weight. She rationalizes the need to get lighter by hoping it will improve her mobility. So she gets thinner and thinner, but the ounce and a quarter of flesh under her chin does not seem to budge. So she gets dangerously thin, weak and more disappointed. Then she gets help, gets better, plays better leading to a strong performance or two at the 06 Oz Open.

She reads some of the drivel in magazines (and on these boards) and smiles a pretty smile.

Like a lot of us, she's seen her demons and she's got a long way to go to conquer them completely. Here's hoping for a happy, well adjusted woman ready to take on the world.
 

fleabitten

Semi-Pro
slice bh compliment said:
Here's hoping for a happy, well adjusted woman ready to take on the world.
Agreed! I'm a big fan of hers. And seeing that old work-out picture (with the ribcage and pencil legs) was really really disturbing. It really alludes to how far she has come. Keep it up D!
 

jonolau

Legend
I like Hantuchova's personality a lot. She doesn't squeak, squeal or grunt on the court, which is one of the biggest turn offs in women's tennis. Surely there must be a more graceful way to play. I only hear those sounds when I'm having a bad tummy in the loo ...

It was quite amusing when I was watching the Hantuchova/Serena match and my mother-in-law walked past and commented, "What's a gorilla doing on the court?"

It's all about relativity in WTA ...
 

fleabitten

Semi-Pro
jonolau said:
It was quite amusing when I was watching the Hantuchova/Serena match and my mother-in-law walked past and commented, "What's a gorilla doing on the court?"
Dude, you didn't put her in her place? Well at least you've got serious ammo if you ever fight with your in-laws...
 
slice bh compliment said:
There is probably a lot of research on eating disorders and body image problems, and medically speaking, I do not know what the hell I am talking about. But I do have a small theory.

I think part of her image problem is the pressure to have no double chin. She feels that pressure, sees her chin, and wants to lose weight. She rationalizes the need to get lighter by hoping it will improve her mobility. So she gets thinner and thinner, but the ounce and a quarter of flesh under her chin does not seem to budge. So she gets dangerously thin, weak and more disappointed. Then she gets help, gets better, plays better leading to a strong performance or two at the 06 Oz Open.

She reads some of the drivel in magazines (and on these boards) and smiles a pretty smile.

Like a lot of us, she's seen her demons and she's got a long way to go to conquer them completely. Here's hoping for a happy, well adjusted woman ready to take on the world.

One of the reasons for the eating-disorder theory (other than her appearance at the time, which a doctor will tell you isn't enough to go on) was that Hantuchova has the right personality for it-- she's very introverted, came from a family with high academic standards (her on-court introduction always includes her academic credentials), is a major perfectionist, and has basically been driven to excel in a number of areas (she's also played Rachmaninoff in a graded piano recital). A lot of theorizing can be done here, but a number of interview comments point to her having a real desire for approval from other people. That can frequently lead into dangerous terrain, such as cutting or eating disorders.

One of the big mistakes outsiders make is to assume that eating disorders are symptomatic of vanity. They aren't. They're a symptom of someone trying too hard to live up to others' expectations (either real or imagined).

Even as a fan, I'm not entirely sure Hantuchova's explanation-- that her parents' divorce distressed her so much that she couldn't bring herself to eat anymore-- explains everything that happened in 2003. Hopefully, she doesn't have to deal with the matter anymore. But if it was indeed full-fledged anorexia/bulimia, it's something she'll be fighting for the rest of her career and probably beyond, until she finds some sort of peace with who she is.
 

156MPHserve

Professional
I'd just like to say in Daniela's defense. Maybe you guys were too busy drooling to use your heads for a second.

It's 100 degrees + all the humidity + running around for 2 hours. If you can pull it off wearing that kind of clothing you do because it keeps you cooler! Ever wonder why she goes onto court without a warmup suit? WHY WARMUP WHEN IT'S 100 DEGREES?
 

Docalex007

Hall of Fame
Mr.Federer said:
OMG!!! That's hilarious! What kind of old man would do that!

?

Where do you come from? I've met many old people that seem to be total pimps.

How do you think you will act when you are 75?
 

jonolau

Legend
fleabitten said:
Dude, you didn't put her in her place? Well at least you've got serious ammo if you ever fight with your in-laws...
She's cool, and cooks great food. She's staying with us, so always look forward to coming home for home cooked food. Most important: she's willing to look after the kids while I slip out for a game of tennis!
 

jonolau

Legend
Don't you think Daniela looks like the actress Mischa Barton?

danielahantuchova2.jpg


mischabarton1.jpg
 

xanctus

Semi-Pro
like Mischa Barton? hmm I dunno if I agree with that...but definately I agree with you guys that she's HOT hahahahaha
she looks like Iveta Benesova for sure.
 

Kaptain Karl

Hall Of Fame
Alejandro D said:
Daniela is just the perfect woman. If the ancient greek sculptors had met her, they'd made a godess after her.
You haven't studied much Greek art, have you? The ancient Greeks liked their women on the plump side.

Daniela's only a "woman" chronologically. She's not nearly "perfect". I still say she looks more like an 11 year old boy. (Which makes me wonder about some of you....)

- KK
 

Alejandro D

Semi-Pro
Kaptain Karl said:
She's not nearly "perfect". I still say she looks more like an 11 year old boy. (Which makes me wonder about some of you....)

- KK
OK, my Captain, you don't like Daniela. Should that make me wonder anything about you?
 

Cavaleer

Semi-Pro
Kaptain Karl said:
You haven't studied much Greek art, have you? The ancient Greeks liked their women on the plump side.

Daniela's only a "woman" chronologically. She's not nearly "perfect". I still say she looks more like an 11 year old boy. (Which makes me wonder about some of you....)

- KK


LMAO! You guys are hysterical and true. LOL And I bet she'd agree with you.
 
Kaptain Karl said:
You haven't studied much Greek art, have you? The ancient Greeks liked their women on the plump side.

- KK

Yeah, but ancient Greeks also liked boys. :mrgreen: So i can't really trust their tastes, even if they are my ancestors.
 

jonolau

Legend
Actually, to put things into perspective: we all don't really have much of a choice when it comes to body shape, does it? Most of the time, it is genetically pre-determined when we are born.

Here is Daniela either being hailed as a goddess or flamed for looking like a 11 year old boy (sorry KK, not a direct hit at you!) ... poor girl!
 
Kaptain Karl said:
You haven't studied much Greek art, have you? The ancient Greeks liked their women on the plump side.

Daniela's only a "woman" chronologically. She's not nearly "perfect". I still say she looks more like an 11 year old boy. (Which makes me wonder about some of you....)

- KK

No, you really didn't just say "chronologically" did you???

And someone made you a moderator? Houston, I think we have a problem.
 
Dani's gotten cuter every year (since the emaciated phase). She will fill out nicely in her thirties/forties. You guys seen Anke Huber lately? Not a model, but a beautiful young woman. More so than when she was playing the circuit.
 

wyutani

Hall of Fame
Alejandro D said:
Daniela is just the perfect woman. If the ancient greek sculptors had met her, they'd made a godess after her.

then what do you call the Mona Lisa? a goddess too?:confused: :confused: :confused:
 

Saschanator

New User
RealityPolice said:
Are you Italian? In her Vogue Italy shoot from 2005, she said she was looking for a big, strong guy, and she likes Italians.

Lol. Don't you think She would get broken by this BIG/STRONG guy? Anyway, I met her in the Louis Vuitton shop in during my visit to Melbourne during the Australian Open and I can say that she is very tiny. I don't think I've seen anyone with a smaller hips than her (in diameter). I am a size 4.. I'll be guessing shes a size 2 at least
 

Kaptain Karl

Hall Of Fame
Saschanator said:
... I met her ... during my visit to Melbourne during the Australian Open and I can say that she is very tiny. I don't think I've seen anyone with a smaller hips than her (in diameter). I am a size 4.. I'll be guessing shes a size 2 at least
Yes. Remember, "the camera always adds ten pounds." I could tell she had the hips of a preadolescent boy....

- KK
 
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