“Vaughan Strength and Conditioning is amazing. I’ve never been to a gym that has such supportive members.”“I grew up in a large body, and I got bullied for that. I’ve gained weight, I’ve lost weight, I’ve had an eating disorder.
“I started a basic fitness Instagram account back when I was in university, but during the pandemic, I switched it up and created one that was about body acceptance. I wanted to show that all bodies are able and welcome to participate in the fitness and nutrition space. We don’t all have to be one size. I’m very into weightlifting and promoting that. I show women, especially, that weightlifting won’t make you bulky and that it feels so empowering to lift heavier each week.
“In the past, I wasn’t as focused on body acceptance and authenticity. I used to gear my content toward what I thought people wanted to see rather than what I genuinely wanted to show. It felt forced and I wasn’t enjoying myself. It’s not about following the trends or looking at what other people are doing and recreating that. It’s about doing what feels true to me.”
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