10/31/2025
The literal only time I fit into the BMI was when I was starving. Theyâve actually done studies showing that black woman can have the same health as white woman at higher weights. Likely due to the increased muscle mass.
Research is finally catching up. Unfortunately, even though the mathematician stated that the BMI was never intended to be a health metric, that clearly didnât happen and insurance companies benefited from it greatly.
Hopefully soon, more holistic health metrics along with health behaviors, eating patterns, stress, environment, etc. will be considered to get a full picture of someoneâs health. Itâs much more complex than height and weight.
10/27/2025
You cannot get everything you need from weight lifting, just like you cannot get everything you need from Pilates or cardio. Thatâs like saying you can just eat meat or just eat fruit. Our health is most optimal when we have all the necessary nutrients and modes of training done in a balanced way.
All the Pilates instructors I know who I went through training with - they run, dance, lift weights, row, and do all sorts of forms of movement. Pilates isnât intended to be a one and done - no form of movement is.
If youâre looking for well balanced programming where youâll get Barre, strength, and Pilates workouts - comment âflowâ below!
10/22/2025
Whoops⌠who said that đ
And yes Iâm aware this is a generalization itâs never ALL or NOTHING. But for all intents and purposes of this message - you get the point.
Would be beautiful to see the men in this space helping women become strong, and celebrating the very thing that brought them into this world and provides life for their own families. The weight gain, stretch marks, cellulite, itâs a part of life. Not something to bounce back from day 1 postpartum.
