Embracing the Fitness Journey: Competition with Yourself

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Episode 3064:

Nia Shanks challenges the way we view fitness by encouraging a shift from aesthetic-focused goals to a strength-centered mindset that fosters self-respect and long-term motivation. She highlights how redefining progress through what your body can do, rather than how it looks, can lead to a more empowering and sustainable journey.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.niashanks.com/stop-training-for-weight-loss/

Quotes to ponder:

"Strength is about more than what your body can do, it’s about how you feel in your body and how you live your life."

"Stop trying to shrink yourself. Start trying to become the strongest, most awesome version of yourself."

"Let your workouts be a celebration of what your body can do, not a punishment for what you ate."

Episode references:

Mark Rippetoe’s Starting Strength Book: https://www.amazon.com/Starting-Strength-Basic-Barbell-Training/dp/0982522738

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