That's what you called well-ripped in those days?

Pictures reveal how Marilyn Monroe kept her iconic figure in shape with weights and a bizarre diet



Marilyn Monroe became world-famous for her curvy figure, but it may be surprising to know that keeping that alluring hourglass involved a lot of work. Just before she hit it big in 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes', Philippe Halsman photographed her for LIFE magazine, taking a few candid shots of her daily workout routine.