“Boris Johnson is wrong – exercise isn’t just for weight loss:'
Oh, and do I need to mention that I’m a size 18?has decided he’s going to lecture the nation on losing weight and I’ve decided I’m going to try and counter that with some cold, hard exercise truths.
The notion that working out is only worthwhile or successful if the numbers on the scale are dropping, immediately removes and discounts all the additional benefits gained by improving your fitness. For many, the intimidation and judgement of being measured by a scale not only prevents them from exploring exercise altogether, but can cause people to simply quit.The number on the scales
But fusing fitness into your daily or weekly routine has so many benefits that don’t include your waistline. “Good food and regular exercise is just a part of the puzzle, and are great for your body. It’s a way to say thank you for everything that it does for you. Being healthy doesn’t mean fitting in a particular size or shape. Being healthy means, respecting your body by eating the best way you can, exercising regularly to pump all that “rust” away from your heart and most importantly, take the time to enjoy this one thing that is yours. Your life.
Living healthily is not a quick fix thing; rather it entails a lifelong change in lifestyle, if not an entire mindset. There is no magic pill that on its own can give you the same results and rewards as self-love, eating well and exercising. Reinforcing body stereotypes only adds to the already intimidating gym environment. I have been victim of not looking ‘fit’ enough to pair up with a partner in class on more than one occasion – don’t worry, I always prove them wrong.
The language used around this topic is often incredibly damaging and demoralising. It’s well documented that fat shaming does not equate to weight loss, if it did, we wouldn’t be having this discussion.
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