5. Sylvia Nasser
Certified Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor at Equinox
Instagram: @thefitfem
1. What does Body Positivity mean to you?
Body Positivity means focusing on what your body can physically do without comparing your journey to those around you, or needing to be or look like someone else. I’ve let go of any judgements around the shape of my body and started to love it for its strength and abilities! In fact, being body positive isn’t about a look, it’s about attitude of self-love & confidence.
2. 3 tips or tricks to boost your self confidence.
Rocking the sports bra is obviously #1 while I exercise! My body positive campaign #irockthesportsbra has been really impactful for women all over the world to work out in their sports bra while feeling empowered, strong, and confident in the skin they are in. When I exercise in my sports bra I feel an unexplainable sense of freedom. I also like to align myself with others who are body positive. Whether it be in my classes, on social media or connecting with other influencers out there who are helping others to love themselves, it reminds me that I am not alone in my fight and connects me with an important and larger mission. I also make sure to incorporate activities into my day that makes me feel empowered. Boxing is the thing that makes me feel the most empowered!
3. All-time favourite quote.
“I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life’s a bitch. You’ve got to go out and kick ass.” ~ Maya Angelou
4. Where do you see the #bodypositive movement this year?
In the new year, I see the #bodypositive movement continuing to spread, not only among females of all ages but I also see men jumping on board and loving their bodies too. I see everyone embracing who they are as humans and self-love becoming more than just a trendy phrase.
5. Fitness Goals for 2019?
My biggest fitness goal is to add more sparring into my life! Hopefully I will get into the ring for a small boxing match this year—my 1st one ever!
6. Rosie Mercado
Plus-size Model & Host of Face the Truth Talk Show
Instagram: @rosiemercado
1. What does Body Positivity mean to you?
I understand that a perfect body doesn’t exist but a healthy one does.
So, Body Positivity means loving myself through the ups and downs of life and not treating myself like a punching bag. I know I have the power of choice over my body, regardless of other people’s thoughts and opinions.
2. 3 tips or tricks to boost your self confidence.
- Write 5 things I am grateful for in a gratitude journal daily.
- Listen to music and dance.
- Look inward for peace, not outward, through meditation.
3. All-time favourite quote.
“Through hard work, perseverance and a faith in God, you can live your dreams.” ~ Ben Carson
4. Where do you see the #bodypositive movement this year?
The #bodypositive movement is such a great opportunity for all different women to share their voices and authentic stories from different perspectives. The exciting thing is that the open forum of social media has driven more inclusivity and self-acceptance, and I hope 2019 will continue this movement. Whether it is weight loss or weight gain, it should always be a celebration of a woman’s body.
5. Fitness Goals for 2019?
In 2019 I plan to run my first 5k. Each year, I recommit to living a healthy, loving lifestyle.
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