A Thousand Tiny Steps

Body Image in CrossFit


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I recently had a CrossFit competition and what really stuck out to me was the fact that everyone had completely different body types and yet, we were all competing. I feel like CrossFit is just such an accepting place. I have seen classes for kids and the elderly and it makes me thrilled that such diverse people get to experience this. 

 

Key Takeaways: 

 

[0:48] Body image for women in CrossFit

[4:26] CrossFit competition with people half my age 

[6:29] How women's bodies are "supposed" to look

[8:18] Being thankful for my body 

[10:25] Gender norms of boys and girls 

[15:28] Coaching an exercise class for kids and elderly people

[18:12] CrossFit is such an accepting place

[20:38] My kitchen is getting redone, but change is difficult 

[24:08] What's next for me

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