There is a belief that can stop me from enjoying life. A belief that I need to look a certain way, and that there is a right and perfect weight and size.
This image and ideal is so ingrained into our society, that we can't even expect or envision an alternative. Let alone celebrate it.
Wonder Wool Skirt - Skirt Sports with leggings! I love these!
This fake image can stand in front of you as a gate, blocking you from just enjoying life. Loving what your body can do, and celebrating that.
Media and advertisers have been partially to blame for this, but so have many women who believe its truth and strive to achieve size above all things. Who let their fake failure snap away joy from life.
Mirna Valerio is a woman who is breaking down this fake image of what we are supposed to look like in order to be out there enjoying life. She loves to ultra marathons and trail running and is a shining example of body size doesn't mean
https://www.instagram.com/themirnavator/?hl=en
Reflective Safety Jacket - skirt sports
Each time I am out on my bike and I appear bigger than many who typically ride, I believe I am showing others, it is possible to ride bikes no matter your size.
And, actually in all the physical spaces. Okay, and not physical spaces. It is very important to own and feel completely okay being who you are.
It is so silly to be upset that you are not a fake size.
There are a few companies that recognizes women of all sizes enjoy being active and outside.
https://www.skirtsports.com and https://nuu-muu.com
These companies make me feel like I do belong out there. I have outfits that make my outdoor experience so much more enjoyable.
The bottom line is that we all are unique and beautiful in our own ways. I will not let the image others believe of me, stop me from being outside and enjoying all the new places being active has brought me.
My size hasn't changed, but my view of myself has. And, my view of life.
I love that my seasons are now viewed by all the activities I enjoy.
Do not let the fake image in your mind keep you from the beauty of movement.
