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Posted on July 28, 2015

Starving and Stifled: Women are Counting Calories Instead of Changing the World – BEAUTY REDEFINED

Starving and Stifled: Women are Counting Calories Instead of Changing the World – BEAUTY REDEFINED.

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I did a body composition analysis last week and I have so many mixed feelings about it. I hesitate to write about it publicly, because that would invite comment, and if there’s one thing I HATE discussing, it’s my weight. But I took these pictures this week and it got me thinking (plus the lighting was on point so I had to post, lol): 1) I texted my sister in despair. “I weigh 251 lbs! I’m FATTTT.” I’m at my highest weight EVER. Like in my whole entire life. How am I supposed to motivate people if I am “failing” in this area of my life???? (Truth: I’m actually more effective as a professional because I’m a real person with real struggles. I’m relatable). 2) The analysis said that I carry 140 lbs in bone and muscle ALONE. So as much as I was mortified by the number on the scale (like it pretty much ruined my day and I was in a funk for days after that) it could very well be that I’ve gained lean muscle mass. My basal metabolic rate is 1700 kcal – that’s without any additional movement whatsoever. And I look at these pictures and yeah – it’s mostly muscle. Must remember always: muscle is “heavier” (denser) than fat. 3) I wonder if #PCOS has something to do with the muscle gain, or if its just genetics. PCOS often means high androgens in general… which may include testosterone… is that why I’m so muscular? 4) I need to (once again) take a (closer) look at my eating. I eat paleo-ish… but I guess I need to restrict grain-based carbs even more.😪 5) I think body positivity sometimes entails knowing you have weight to lose, and lovingly losing it. Body positivity isn’t necessarily anti weight loss. 6) Strength training will be key for me. I hate strength training, but gotta put that muscle to work. I do enough cardio. 7) Interestingly enough, I may be heavy, but I don’t look like what I weigh (yay muscle!). I have visceral fat to lose, and fat to lose in general, but damn girl – you still look fine.😍 8) This heavy body of mine taught two classes back to back last Sunday – one in which I was in and out of the pool (Aqua Zumba) and then a Zumba class right after. You need a certain level of fitness to do that. So there. 😉

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