Looking in the mirror

I was reading an article in SHAPE magazine yesterday about women who love their bodies. They all described something they loved about their bodies and what that part enabled them to do. Everything from hands to scars to breasts used to nourish a baby. They were all women of varying sizes on a continuing journey of health.

Every one needs to love something about their bodies, despite the want to change parts of it. It gives us the self confidence to see and appreciate the good about our appearance, in stead of always focusing on what we want to change. It was a little hard to look in a mirror and choose what I liked, but after a little optimistic thinking and reading that article it wasn't so bad.

I love my long legs and the shape of my calves; they never fail me when I am walking or (attempting to) jog. And they look great in above the knee skirts!
I love my neck; even though I am over weight my neck is long and curves nicely from my chin to my chest.

The more I looked for stuff I liked the more I found! I hope all of you, men and women alike, will take a little bit of time and really look at yourself. It's a wonderful feeling to feel good about your self on the fitness journey! Choose what you like and share it with the rest of the MFP community!