I wanted to make a post to address the two little words that
used to give me SUCH anxiety. “BIKINI BODY”. AHHHH! What do these words even
mean, and why do they cause so much stress for people?
Personally speaking, I would hear those two little words and
envision someone with the *perfect*
body including amazing abs, toned legs, and so on. THAT was what gave me such
anxiety, because that wasn’t….and STILL ISNT me! Because I wasn’t super thin,
didn’t have amazing abs, and tiny, thin arms, I was too shy and uncomfortable
in my own skin to show by body in a bikini…or even shorts!
Over the last few
years, I have been working not only on my fitness and nutrition, but also
ridding myself of those negative thoughts and voices in my head. Yes, I have
used the term bikini body, but to me, it has a completely different meaning
than you might think.
“Bikini Body’ is not
about your physical appearance. It is a complete state on mind and form of
self-confidence. We ALL have DIFFERENT body shapes and sizes, and NO ONE should
ever be ashamed of what they are working with ;) . I have spent countless time
comparing myself to others, and finding images that portray my “dream body”,
but you know what? Asking and wishing for someone else’s body is a complete
waste of time. We are all different. Instead on focusing on OTHERS, we need to
take that time and learn to love and work on OURSELVES.
I have come to terms
with the fact that I will never be 5’7” with a dainty frame and tiny shoulders.
This ex-swimmer is rocking her broad back and muscular legs!
This Bikini Body mindset
is simply saying to yourself, this is MY BODY, and I am going to OWN it! It is
the confidence you have to strut your stuff and not give a f**k what others
think.
So how does one get
to that state of mind?
1.
STOP
COMPARING YOURSELF TO OTHERS!!
2.
Write
down your goals. What is it that you want to accomplish? What areas could you
improve on? (healthier diet? Portion sizes? Tone up? Lose weight?)
3.
Give yourself a short-term goal. These are a lot
easier to maintain, and you are able to celebrate small victories! (give up soda for a week?)
4.
Accountability!! Hold yourself accountable. Join
a group, ask your friends and family for support.
5.
Work at it every single day and make it your new
habit. You will slip up once in a while, and that is completely okay. Take that
opportunity to overcome your obstacle and get back at it!
6.
OWN your body! Confidence is beautiful. YOU are
beautiful. Let people see that!
You might not be at your goal right now, but continue to eat
healthy, workout, join our team accountability group, and hold your head high!
YOU can only be YOU, so rock YOUR bikini body, girl!
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