I’m a ‘thick’ gym girl – I used to think running wasn’t for me, but now I love it and don’t worry about the noise
A WOMAN’S video that inspired other plus-size women to take up running has gone viral.
One fan felt so motivated after seeing it, that she called her a “goddess.”
Isela Sanchez’s (@fitwithisela) post has so far had a phenomenal 260,000 likes and thousands of affirmative comments.
Quietly spoken Isela, has documented her fitness journey on her TikTok and in the process has developed a large and loyal following.
She captioned this post as: “Cardio thick girl edition,” and explained why and how she took up running.
Stepping onto a running machine at the gym, she wore a white sweat shirt, black gym trousers, and white sneakers.
“There was a point when I thought running was not for thicker girls like me,” she admitted, “due to my knee issues and body weight.”
But this Florida lady did not give up: “But I’ve found a way to incorporate running into my routine.”
She had some advice for other plus-size women daunted by the running machine. “Just listen to your body run at your pace,” she advised.”
To this she added: “Also make sure to wear the right shoes, make sure to drink your water, and start off with stretches.”
Isela recommended starting off with a walk before easing into a jog then a sprint.
Fears that she might be making a noise, she banished it from her mind.
“Your thoughts, words and actions make up who you are. Take care of them. The more positive you are the more positive your future will be.”
One easy way to drown out the doubts – and the noise – is headphones: “A great playlist is key. Just max out the volume and focus on the grind,” said a gutsy Isela.
Comments to her post loved her bravery and confidence.
“This is great. My anxiety gets the best of me in the gym so you go off queen,” admired one fan.
Another was inspired to take action: “This gave me motivation to go to the gym today after not going for a couple of months, so thank you so much.”
This follower was grateful to see posts like Isela’s: “This is exactly the content I want to see.”
The final comment, however, was so in awe, they described her as a heavenly body: “You’re such an inspiraton and a goddess,” they said.