Why I’d Rather Be Strong Than Skinny

in this episode, we’re talking about the reality of being a “locked-in” girl...from staying consistent with your fitness goals and prioritizing your health, to navigating dating, gym crushes, and finding someone who actually respects your lifestyle.why do some people love the results of a disciplined woman but not the habits that get her there? and why should we ever feel guilty for having goals, boundaries, or priorities outside of dating?we’re also getting into the ever-changing beauty standards around women’s bodies, the pressure to look a certain way, and why getting stronger should never be something we apologize for.🎧 welcome to another conversation about fitness, confidence, dating, and becoming your best self without forgetting to actually live.#stellarae #stellaraepodcast #fitnesspodcast #womenwholift #gymgirl #beautystandards #datingadvice #selfimprovement #fitnessmotivation #lockedin🌟Follow me! Instagram: http://instagram.com/stellaraepodcastTikTok: http://tiktok.com/@thestellaraepodcast🌱 Apply for 1:1 Health & Wellness Coaching! https://discord.gg/3nsk8vvf🛒My Amazon storefront! All opinions are my own.00:00 Why women are constantly told not to lift weights00:42 My 10-year fitness journey01:38 Being skinny-shamed and internalizing comments about your body02:40 How moving to NYC changed my activity levels04:16 Fitness becoming a lifestyle, not just going to the gym05:20 My history with restrictive eating and learning to fuel my body06:45 The return of the “skinny is in” beauty standard07:25 Taking control of the things you can change08:20 Why lifting weights won’t automatically make you bulky09:00 Muscle, bone density, mobility, and aging well10:15 The “cardio girl vs. muscle mommy” conversation12:18 Why long-term health matters more than other people’s preferences13:57 Trying a new strength-training gym back home15:00 Gym crushes and the “hot bro” saga16:40 Gym clothes, confidence, and unsolicited opinions18:07 Should men approach women at the gym?19:05 The best way to build rapport with someone21:00 A gym crush who only spoke Spanish22:15 Future-faking and empty promises while dating23:38 Gym couples, strength goals, and admiring other women24:47 My fall lock-in goals25:06 Closing thoughts