Let me just address for a moment the idea that people on a fitness journey don't like something about themselves. For whatever reason people still feel like they're entitled to opinions about other people's body's and the latest "trendy" thing to do is to let people who are trying to get healthier that they are "perfect just the way they are" and that would be great if the underlying assumption wasn't "obviously you're doing this because you hate yourself and I want to make you feel better about that". So actually the plan is to discourage from making a change. I'm a bit riled about it because I've seen/heard a lot of this talk about my friends, my community, and about me this week as if we've become rabbit people overnight and became dumb jocks and can no longer enjoy an excellent pizza and wine or have interests beyond our abs. I've got a lot to say about it but I know that people will project their insecurities on to you so let me just ask: ⚠Why is the idea of my friends, my family, and me nourishing and strengthening our body's together unacceptable? ⚠Why would anyone actively discourage someone for adopting habits that are scientifically proven to improve longevity and quality of life? ⚠Why do you associate neglect with self love? Here's what I think: Love yourself at every size. Stop commenting on the size of everyone around you.
