Body Confidence & My Mind

Five minutes before Round Two, I went back into the changing rooms, wished the girls luck, and waited. Finally, they called my name, and my music came on. And for that one-minute routine – choreographed with the help of my coach – I gave it my all. I didn’t care no more. I had nothing to lose and strutted around with the confidence the other girls had. When judging announced the winners, I was flabbergasted. I had placed 3rd in the Figure category, and while participating in my first ever bodybuilding competition! Instantly my mood changed. I was on a high – presented with a bag of gifts and trophies. I left the venue so excited I even forgot my posing shoes. I had accomplished what I set out to do and more.

Now that was two years ago (2019), and life subsequently changed for the better in most circumstances, as the experience has prompted a further discovery of myself. Occasionally I look at the pictures and smile with pride because it pinpoints a journey in my life. Today I am not as ripped, and I have steadily gained weight, but one thing I do know is my body confidence is high because my mind is right. I’ve learned that I’m happier having a little more weight and less muscle mass, but most importantly, I have continued to work on myself, from all angles.

“No amount of self- improvement can make up for any lack of self -acceptance”.

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