Body Talk with the 2009 Superbods

So what does it take to be a Superbod?

Let’s ask Van Victor Leano, 24, and Theresa Fenger, 21, this year’s Century Tuna Superbods who beat 20 other equally super bodies in a close competition held recently in Boracay.

Van stands 6-foot flat; weighs 165 lbs.; and wears medium/large-size shirt, size-32 briefs and size-11 shoes. A Business Administration (major in Computer Application) from De La Salle College of St. Benilde, Van manages the family-owned Vibang’s Delights restaurant located along Abel Nosce St. corner Aventine Hill in Las Piñas City. He’s a Capricorn (born Jan. 2, 1985).

A music student who writes songs and models (commercial and ramp), Theresa stands 5’8"; weighs 117 lbs.; measures 33-24.5-35; and wears small-medium-size shirts and size-8 shoes. Born and raised in Terrace, Canada (“It’s a small town where I learned strong values”), Theresa (an only child) was a Canadian Idol finalist in 2007. She’s a Virgo (born on Sept. 22, 1987).

What extra preparation did you make for the competition?

Van: Nothing special. For one month before the competition, my diet consisted mostly of chicken breast without the skin, pasta, sweet potato (camote) but no rice. And, of course, a lot of Century Tuna (chunks and water). It wasn’t a deprivation diet. I didn’t take any supplements. For workout, I did crunches for my abs. Also nothing special. I never deprive myself. Once a week, for my “cheat” day, I eat anything. After that, back to my strict diet.

Theresa: I made sure that I limited my diet to Century Tuna and chicken breast without the skin, usually inasal. I cooked it myself. I also ate lots of vegetables and fruits. Not too much rice. I made sure I was active.

What’s usually for breakfast?

Van: That’s it...Century Tuna, pasta, cereals, fruits. Heavy breakfast talaga since it’s the first meal for the day. For lunch, more pasta and, since I help manage our restaurant, anything but in moderation. I avoid oily foods. For dinner, almost the same but very light. Since I take six small meals per day, I don’t take snacks.

Theresa: For breakfast, oatmeal, cereals and yoghurt. For lunch, chicken breast inasal and all-wheat bread. For dinner, mostly vegetables, more chicken breast inasal. For snacks, one apple is enough.

How much water do you take per day?

Van: A lot. Usually warm water kasi kapag malamig nakakataba.

Theresa: Eight to 10 glasses. Because I sing, it’s important for me to drink as much water as I can, so I bring along a big bottle of water.

Vitamins or supplements?

Van: Vitamin C and Centrum.

What’s your regular workout, aside from crunches?

Van: I go to the gym three times a week. For warm-up, I do the treadmill for 30 minutes and do other exercises. I also jog. You know, it’s even harder to maintain your body, so you really have to work hard at it.

Theresa: I do cardio exercises. I lift light weights. I try to work out five times a week. But before the competition, I worked out every day. I do a lot of walking and running. I also play badminton.

What part of your body needs improvement?

Van: My calves. Ang hirap palakihin!

Theresa: I’m happy as I am. As long as I stay active, I’m fine.

What part is most vulnerable?

Van: My tummy.

Theresa: My head.

Favorite part of your body?

Van: My shoulders. Broad kasi, eh.

Theresa: My eyes — and my smile. Your smile is part of your body, isn’t it?

How much sleep do you get per night?

Van: I try to get eight hours.

Theresa: Seven to eight hours. By 10:30 p.m., I’m already asleep.

Are you a pillow person?

Van: Yes. I sleep with a few. I can’t sleep without hugging a pillow.

Theresa: Just one. I don’t like my neck up so high so I sleep on a flat pillow.

Favorite sleep wear?

Van: Boxers and sando.

Theresa: Because it’s so hot in the Philippines, I just wear shorts and a tank top.

Do you snore?

Van: Only when I’m tired. Malakas daw!

Theresa: They said that I do a little bit.

Do you talk in your sleep?

Van: Sometimes daw. Bigla na lang nagsasalita. Hehehehe!

Theresa: I wouldn’t know!

Do you sleepwalk?

Van: I hope not!

Theresa: Not that I know of.

What’s the last thing that you do before you go to sleep?

Van: Pray.

Theresa: Pray. I thank God for the good things that happen to me during the day and ask Him for guidance.

And the first thing that you do when you wake up?

Van: Stretch!

Theresa: Stretch!

How do you cope with stress?

Van: Managing a restaurant is very stressful. To relax, I go nature-tripping. I usually drive to Tagaytay and visit the Pink Sisters; getting there is relaxing in itself. The other day, I did wake-boarding. Or I go to the spa for a full-body treatment twice a month.

Theresa: I get a manicure and a pedicure. Or I get a body scrub or a massage. Watch a movie.

What’s your outlook in life?

Van: I’m a positive thinker.

Theresa: I’m a happy person. I make the most of every day. I learn from both the good and the bad.

Do you manage to have a nightlife?

Van: I do naman, usually after our restaurant closes at 10:30 p.m. I hang out with friends at their homes. Sometimes, we drop by at The Embassy.

Theresa: None. I don’t go out.

And your love life?

Van: Satisfactory. I have a girlfriend. Three years na kami.

Theresa: Wala naman po!

Your sex life?

Van: Okay naman. Active!

Name three women you think have nice bodies.

Van: Anne Curtis. Gretchen Barretto. Marian Rivera.

Theresa: Jessica Alba. Maegan Fox. Christina Aguilera.

And three men...

Van: Brad Pitt. Ryan Reynolds. Carlos Agassi.

Theresa: Orlando Bloom. Jericho Rosales. Piolo Pascual.

Using only body language, how would you make a woman/man know that you admire her/him?

Van: I try to melt her with a sticky look. Hehehehe!

Theresa: I just smile at him.

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