Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Okay, so maybe it was one too many Strawberry Daiquiris on the beach at sunset… or maybe just way too many
Cheeseburgers in Paradise.  No excuses, Professor beach got FAT! 225 lbs FAT.  After years of exploring and enjoying beaches around the world it just wasn't fun anymore. No more fun because when I got to the beach I was ashamed to take off my shirt. Ever feel that way?

My last beach exploring trip to Florida really did it. I just sat in a beach chair under an umbrella. Didn't even want to swim or walk on the beach because I was just too uncomfortable in my skin. Just too much of me “in my skin”. Fast forward two months and I'm down to 205 lbs and on my way to a fit and healthy lifestyle. Join me on my pursuit of health and once again walking the beach with my shirt off.   Watch my progress and see how I did it here.

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW I DID IT!YOU CAN DO IT TOO!

Professor Beach in Aruba 2010 – YIKES no wonder I wouldn't take my shirt off!

Professor Beach in Hong Kong 2011 and a little lighter on my feet!

Ipanema beach in Rio de Janeiro

Ipanema Beach Map

Facts about Ipanema Beach:
Ipanema is a neighborhood located on the southern region of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, between Leblon and Arpoador.

It is famously known for its elegance and social qualities. Two mountains called the “Dois Irmaos” (Two Brothers) rise at the western end of the beach. The beach is divided into segments by marks known as “postos” (lifeguard towers). Beers are sold everywhere on the beach along with the traditional cachaca. There are always circles of people playing football, volleyball, and footvolley, a combination sport of volleyball and football originated in Brazil.

In the winter the surf can reach 10–15 feet. The water quality varies with days of light-blue water to a more murky green after heavy rains. Constant swells keep the water clean. The often treacherous beach break regularly forms barrels.

One interesting thing about Ipanema’s beach is that there is an area called “the gay beach,” situated near Rua Farme de Amoedo; which is well-known for being a gay-friendly area, with the rainbow flag floating in the air.

Just west of this colorful section and towards Leblon is another popular stretch of sand known as Posto Nove (aptly named after the 9th lifeguard tower) where young and often beautiful carioca men and women hipsters congregate.

The Travel Channel listed Ipanema Beach as the sexiest beach in the world.

Ipanema Beach – Looking westward toward the “Two Brothers” hills.

Demographics about Ipanema Beach:
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Airport Information for Ipanema Beach:
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Airport Code: GIG

World Map showing location of Ipanema Beach:

Ipanema Beach Offical Website:
http://www.braziltour.com/site/gb/home/index.php

Ipanema Beach at night.

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Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro

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