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Sturdy Girl - 22. Body Image and Bike Racing : Get To Know Your Co-Host, Megan Zimmer-Zaikoski

22. Body Image and Bike Racing : Get To Know Your Co-Host, Megan Zimmer-Zaikoski

03/08/24 • 35 min

Sturdy Girl

Join Jess as she interviews co-host, Megan, about her adventures as a sponsored enduro racing athlete, her love of mountain biking and barbells, and the big effects injury has on mental health and body image.
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Join Jess as she interviews co-host, Megan, about her adventures as a sponsored enduro racing athlete, her love of mountain biking and barbells, and the big effects injury has on mental health and body image.
Connect with Megan HERE.
As promised, you can connect with Jess on Goodreads HERE.

Send Us A Message!

So, hit subscribe and we'll chat on Friday.
Join the Sturdy Girl community on Instagram HERE.
Connect with Jess HERE.
Stay Sturdy, friends.

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Ever feel like stress has a mind of its own, warping the way you see yourself in the mirror? Megan and I get real about this struggle, pulling back the curtain on how the pressures of life ripple through our self-perception and daily routines. Our conversation takes you through the murky waters of stress-induced body image issues, shining a light on the distortions that can haunt us during high-pressure periods. We candidly share personal battles and breakthroughs, offering a beacon of solidarity for anyone navigating similar challenges.
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Wrapping up, we don't just talk the talk; we walk you through actionable stress-busting and self-care tactics to weave into your hectic days. From anchoring yourself in the present with grounding exercises to the joy of sticking to a skincare routine, we discuss ways to find solace in the 'glimmers' of daily life. And when it comes to wardrobe choices and setting boundaries, we rally behind the empowerment of confidently saying 'no', so we can wholeheartedly say 'yes' to our well-being. So join Megan and me, and let's embark on a journey to maintain balance and positivity, no matter what life throws our way.

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Ever felt lost in the maze of your own wardrobe, or struggled with the confusing world of women's clothing sizes? Madeline, a personal stylist with an exceptional eye for creating functional and versatile wardrobes, joins us to unravel these fashion conundrums. She offers a treasure trove of insights on marrying your closet to your lifestyle, the profound impact of sustainable fashion choices, and how embracing your body through the clothes you wear can uplift your confidence.
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Join the Sturdy Girl community on Instagram HERE.
Connect with Jess HERE.
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Sturdy Girl - 22. Body Image and Bike Racing : Get To Know Your Co-Host, Megan Zimmer-Zaikoski

Transcript

Jess

Hello , friends , and welcome to Sturdy Girl , a podcast focused on strength , not size , where you'll hear conversations around healthy body image , cultivating confidence and being a resilient human in both body and mind . Sturdy Girl is the podcast where we shift the focus away from your appearance and on to living the big , rad life you deserve .

Jess
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