Let's talk about this seriously. Social media today is FULL of images of toned, tanned and taut people, talking about how happy they are to be "healthy". And perhaps they are.
But just because they look like that, doesn't guarantee that they're in fact, healthy. And just because you don't look like that, doesn't mean you're not healthy.
I cannot stress this enough! So many of us are taught that simply "losing weight" is what will make us/keep us healthy. And yes, being overweight/obese does adversely affect health in many ways, but that isn't the only factor to consider. 👇
You can be skinny, but still have hormone imbalances, high cholesterol, eating disorders, or even depression. And those are ALL unhealthy! Comparatively, if someone is a size 10, but has perfect blood reports, can climb stairs without panting, and most importantly IS HAPPY, then who's really healthier? 🤔
Don't tie your fitness and health goals to measurements in inches or kilos. Tie them to the stuff that REALLY matters -- holding a plank, being able to climb 5 flights of stairs without panting, being able to lift moderate weight without injuring yourself, having normal cholesterol and hormone levels, sleeping well, being emotionally happy -- THAT'S what defines how truly healthy you are! 💞
So focus on becoming healthy. Not a dress size, not a goal weight. Healthy. Don't go ripping ligaments and busting knees in the pursuit of a Size Zero. Don't develop a fear or hatred of food because "Ohmigod CARBS!"
Be healthy. Be happy. No matter what that looks like in the mirror. ✨
You're more than just a dress size.
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