3. Sassy Gregson-Williams
Founder of Naturally Sassy, Ballerina & Cookbook Author
Instagram: @naturally.
1. What does Body Positivity mean to you?
To me Body Positivity is all about accepting and loving the skin you’re in, and knowing you do not need to change yourself for anyone, but you.
2. 3 tips or tricks to boost your self confidence.
- Get rid of that picture perfect body you are striving for and re-set your goal. Don’t see yourself in a bikini walking down the beach, but instead imagine your body running the marathon, deadlifting a 100kg weight or reaching the splits. Be ambitious with your body, and set your goal in strength.
- Monitor your mindset. This means changing the conversation when that negative self-talk creeps in. It’s going to happen, and it’s your job to re-route the outcome.
- Take pride in the way your body can move and move it. Connecting with your body through a powerful workout or a gentle stretch.
3. All-time favourite quote.
“Success isn’t about how your life looks to others – it’s about how it feels to you”~ Michelle Obama
4. Where do you see the #bodypositive movement this year?
I hope to see Body Positive embrace both men and women equally. I think there’s been some really empowering campaigns led by brands including diverse women with diverse body types, and I’d like to see that replicated with men too.
5. Fitness Goals for 2019?
My goal is to climb mount Kilimanjaro, wish me luck!
4. Nikki Pebbles
Fit Professional & Life Coach
Instagram: @nikkipebbles
1. What does Body Positivity mean to you?
Body Positivity means the representation of ALL body types and giving a voice to those that aren’t traditionally seen in the media. For me, body positivity is the act of loving one’s body AND mind through the ups, the downs, the changes, and the progress. Body positivity is a community where we are MORE than just our bodies; we are smart, ambitious, and radical. Being your most authentic self is my true definition of being #BodyPositive.
2. 3 tips or tricks to boost your self confidence.
- MOVE YOUR BODY: When I’m feeling self-conscious or in a funk, I make it a POINT to either dance, take a walk, or lift weights. There is something about movement that makes me feel powerful and reminds me that I AM in control. Plus, doesn’t a good dance sesh with Beyonce blasting in the background make EVERYTHING better?
- TALK TO A FRIEND: Whether its a bestie or your therapist (Therapy is LIFE), speak to someone who will LIFT YOU UP and brag on you for all that you’ve accomplished. Sometimes, we just need a little reminder and boost from someone else that you are AWESOME.
- GO OUTSIDE YOUR COMFORT ZONE: Self-confidence is like a muscle, you have to keep working it out to see it grow. I make it a point to work out my confidence muscle every day by trying tasks that seem outside my comfort zone. It PROVES that I can accomplish things I never thought I could and gives my mind proof that I am making progress daily.
3. All-time favourite quote.
“She silently stepped out of the race that she never wanted to be in, found her own lane & proceeded to win”
4. Where do you see the #bodypositive movement this year?
I see the #Bodypositive movement reaching new heights this year because we are seeing more diversity and representation throughout the media. What is so beautiful about this movement, however, is that we can use social media as our way to speak with our own voices and opinions without big brand support. WE can shake the system and create the type of content we DESERVE to see. Our voices are JUST starting to be heard and its time to get ever LOUDER!
5. Fitness Goals for 2019?
My fitness goals for 2019 are super simple: To continue to maintain a BALANCED lifestyle and movement plan while always checking in with my mental wellness. Physical fitness is JUST as important as mental fitness. Lastly, a huge goal of mine for 2019 is to complete a tough mudder! I feel SUPER intimated by it, which makes me want to accomplish it even more!
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