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The Mental and Physical Toll of "Perfectionism" | Starting Strength Gyms Podcast #31

09.05.2022 - By Mark RippetoePlay

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Ray Gillenwater talks with Shelley Wells about her experience with the burdens of perfectionism and how Starting Strength has helped her overcome struggles.

02:32 Shelley's PRs

04:17 Negative expectations for women

05:49 Comparing ballet and lifting cultures

08:29 Food culture around ballet

13:45 Advice for other women

14:30 Exercise as a form of punishment

20:59 Burdens of perfectionism

31:01 Physical changes experienced

50:02 Desire to protect the brand

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