Strength Training: Sometimes, I think I cheat on running for the weights. I still remember moments of being scared of this section. The energy. The gravity. Well, the WEIGHT. I didn't think I could preserve my feminine energy AND lift weights. My superficial thoughts prevented me from touching this area for a long time. A laundry list of what ifs--a notorious one was the fear of looking like a man. It took for me to wholeheartedly embrace my fitness journey to realize that a lot of these stereotypes were built around fear of the unknown. How could I judge something that I didn't try or research? After all, some of the strong women that I admire are power lifters, incredible athletes with a lifetime of accolades and guess what... they lift. Today, I'm reminded that fear doesn't kill my vibe; instead, I should entertain it with an open mind and heart. #runningfatchef #fatrunner #spartanfinisher #ultramarathoner #marathoner #swiftwick #chaseadventure #doyouevenlift #womenwholift #fitmom #fitness #fitnessmotivation #hellobeautiful #blackgirlsrun #skirtsports #REALwomenmove #blackgirlsrun #runner #girlswhosquat #deadlifts #liftheavy #trysomethingnew #gymtalk #ResolutionHappy #everybodyhappy #blinkfitness #strengthtraining (at Blink Fitness)