“Smile, you are taking a picture.” No. Last time I checked I was working out.
There was a period in my life where I did not want to workout in front of people. For some reason, when I look at fit gurus, I can never see myself in them. I always see a person who is thin and has epic facial features. But when I looked at myself, I saw a woman with lots of love handles and a double chin that wouldn’t cease movement even after I stopped moving. In the past, when I was asked to promote workout clothes but I always kept it pretty! Maybe 50% of the poses I did were meant to flatter my figure and give the illusion of working out like a boss! Why did I do that?
-insert Mr. Rogers storytime music here-
When I first started taking Zumba classes in 2010, I usually came too late to get a spot in the front of the mirror. Then one day, I got one! I was so excited to see myself go hard in all of my the glory. As we started to move, I found myself so disgusted with what I saw. I was well coordinated and even had all the moves down pack, but when I started to compare myself to the woman next to me, I couldn’t look at myself.
I saw that all three of my rolls were apparent in every waist move I did. I saw that my fupa would occasionally slip out of my leggings and assumed others saw it as well. I was so shocked that I never went back to the mirror and always danced to the furthest left of the class.
Then one day, the Zumba teacher asked if we wouldn’t mind being recorded . Absent-mind I said, “Sure, I love this song.” After she uploaded it on Youtube, my fears INSTANTLY went away. I WAS KILLING IT! I WAS KILLING IT HARDER THAN SOME OF THE SMALLER WOMEN TOO! At that moment, I saw that not only was I killing it, but I also wasn’t afraid to see my rolls and fupa fall out. Since then, all the workouts I do have been for myself–not caring for a single person watching or comparing myself to the person next to me.
So what does a fat girl look like when she’s working out? FUCKING FABOULOUS…just as anyone else who exercises their right to get their workout on!
Outfit details
Top: Target
Bottom: Target
Shoes: Target
Hat: Amazon
Water Bottle: Amazon
Yoga Mat: Amazon
Huge thank you to Brad Bahner for the flicks! You can find his work here: http://www.bradbahner.com/
Til next time,
Char.
You’re just too cute though 💜 Loving the gear!
You look just great!
Not only do you look fucking fabulous, you ARE fucking fabulous! You stand up to the right to look amazing no matter what size you are and you’re one heck of a stunner! I truly love both your style and energy, Char!
Love,
Thomas
http://thomasfalkenstedt.com
Great post! Happy workout babe!
Love the sports wear!!!
Hello Queen Char! When I saw this on IG and twitter earlier I literally said SLAY out loud! You are such an inspiring woman. Every post you post is the best! I always look forward to read what you have to say. Keep it up girl!
Love,
Dom
This activewear is so cool, I love it Char! Baci, Valeria – Coco et La vie en rose FASHION & BEAUTY
Wow ! Char !! I could not possibly be more impressed or inspired by your style and energy ! Thank you so much for the motivation!
Get it girl! Looking fabulous while getting your sweat on 🙂
Xx,
M
This post made my life. You’ve given me confidence girl. I truly appreciate your honesty and integrity.
You look amazing! Like a pro girl!! BTW Who cares what you look like? It’s more important to be healthy. Get it girl!
Girl, you are amazing! Adore all the happiness that you project through your blog and social media! That black set is so cool and stylish! Keep doing the good work!
Enjoy your day!
Vanessa
http://thefashionstatement.net
Babe you look great with this sporty look!! no matters what people think or see. People are always going to judge no matter what so don’t pay attention to them. The importance is that you feel great and I want to work out with you. let me know when and where next time hehehe
xoxo
Marcy
You’re such an inspiration! Goodjob and don’t ever forget to workout in front of people, it will give them a lot of motivation! You rock!
Well this is just amazing! Love how you tell your story girl!
Keep killing it!
PS: Love the workout gear! You look fab!
XO
Aimara
http://www.waysofstyle.com
WOw babe this blogpost is amazing 🖤 looks so good dear :*
Xoxo
Darya
http://www.thebloomingbouquetstyle.com