The Women Here
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Well, what could you expect from a Cathe follower? Cathe herself has that glow. I especially appreciate the fact that her approach is on fitness and wellness, instead of desperately trying to make us fit into certain beauty standards or trying to make us look like her, like other instructors do. The beauty of all of us catheites, including Cathe, relies in there: we are genuine; we strive for making the most of our own uniqueness (spelling?).
Edited to add that I think that's a lesson that Cathe have been teaching us, too.
Edited to add that I think that's a lesson that Cathe have been teaching us, too.
I'm new here this week, and just wanted to chime in and say how nice it is to see such a supportive atmosphere! Fit women are so "hated" by the unfit (that may be a little harsh, but I think you know what I mean), that it's nice to be able to share our accomplishments with those who can relate and appreciate all the hard work that goes into it, rather than be envied.
I'm a regular on the forum at www.theelitephysique.com, and they're so supportive over there too, it makes me wonder how come everyday people in "real life" are not. (not all of them....but a whole lot of them)
Edited to add: I'm in a meltdown challenge on elitephysique.com, and will have before and 4 week pictures available to post somewhere around the end of the month. My goal is to go from 18% bodyfat down to 14% by the end of the challenge (March 31), and then decide if I'll compete in the Figure class of a bodybuilding show. Right now I'm at 17.55%
I'm a regular on the forum at www.theelitephysique.com, and they're so supportive over there too, it makes me wonder how come everyday people in "real life" are not. (not all of them....but a whole lot of them)
Edited to add: I'm in a meltdown challenge on elitephysique.com, and will have before and 4 week pictures available to post somewhere around the end of the month. My goal is to go from 18% bodyfat down to 14% by the end of the challenge (March 31), and then decide if I'll compete in the Figure class of a bodybuilding show. Right now I'm at 17.55%
purple_magada
Cathlete
I agree that from all the pics I've seen, everyone looks great. 
Maybe (and I stress maybe) when I lose these oh 20lbs or so then I"ll post a pic. For now I'll remain unseen.
Maybe (and I stress maybe) when I lose these oh 20lbs or so then I"ll post a pic. For now I'll remain unseen.
<< We may all be beautiful on the inside Maria, but only the ones who are gorgeous on the outside post their pics! I sincerely doubt that the average poster is as great-looking as Donna, Aila, Wendy, Maximus, Beverly and Co>>
Hey Nancy324!
Dont take this tooooooooo seriously, but Im not sure how I should take that comment
Marion (non pic poster)
Hey Nancy324!
Dont take this tooooooooo seriously, but Im not sure how I should take that comment
Marion (non pic poster)
toastythemosty
Cathlete
I am always so amazed and encouraged by everyone on this board from the inside and out. The beauty is seen in the pictures, but the beauty shows out more on these boards with encouraging and positive inspirations. Everytime I see a pic of someone, I am inspired and I also know I need to "beef it up" so I can too have arms like Maximus and hams like Bev.
Everyones motivation motivates me.
You all rock!
Charlotte~~
Everyones motivation motivates me.
You all rock!
Charlotte~~
dss62467
Cathlete
I posted my pictures because I always think it's so nice to put a face with the name. It kind of gives everyone a sense that you're real. Personally, I feel that everyone on this site is very supportive of each other and wouldn't judge someone negatively because they may not fit the standard of "pretty". I'd really love to see what everyone looks like and wouldn't sit there and giggle about someone who might look more like Steve Bushemi than Jennifer Garner. I'd just feel like I know them better.
I'm sure everyone here has friends that fit into the so-called "beautiful people" group, and others who don't. One of my best friends weighs probably over 300lbs. (although I'd never ask because that's just rude). I'm concerned about her health, but don't attempt to fix her problems and I NEVER say anything to her about her weight. I have other friends who have people (both male and female)falling all over themselves just to be near them. I've had my twinges of the "green-eyed monster" lurking inside of me while in their presence, but as I became more comfortable with who they are that monster has gone away.
I consider all of my friends beautiful people and don't care what they look like. It's the way they act, treat others and themselves that is important to me.
If you aren't comfortable with posting pictures of your body-in-progress, perhaps you'd feel comfortable with just a head shot?
I'm sure everyone here has friends that fit into the so-called "beautiful people" group, and others who don't. One of my best friends weighs probably over 300lbs. (although I'd never ask because that's just rude). I'm concerned about her health, but don't attempt to fix her problems and I NEVER say anything to her about her weight. I have other friends who have people (both male and female)falling all over themselves just to be near them. I've had my twinges of the "green-eyed monster" lurking inside of me while in their presence, but as I became more comfortable with who they are that monster has gone away.
I consider all of my friends beautiful people and don't care what they look like. It's the way they act, treat others and themselves that is important to me.
If you aren't comfortable with posting pictures of your body-in-progress, perhaps you'd feel comfortable with just a head shot?
DebbieH
Cathlete
Nancy!
I remember your pic too and you are toooo cute! I guess we see ourselves differently but don't be so hard on yourself. Where is that pic anyway?
Your-Friend-In-Fitness, DebbieH (AKA "Den Mother Debbie")http://www.handykult.de/plaudersmilies.de/wavey.gif[/img] If You Get The Choice To Sit It Out Or Dance...I Hope You DANCE!!!
I remember your pic too and you are toooo cute! I guess we see ourselves differently but don't be so hard on yourself. Where is that pic anyway?
Your-Friend-In-Fitness, DebbieH (AKA "Den Mother Debbie")http://www.handykult.de/plaudersmilies.de/wavey.gif[/img] If You Get The Choice To Sit It Out Or Dance...I Hope You DANCE!!!
merrybaker
Cathlete
I would post my picture,But dont know how .LOL And I also wanted to say you ladies that do post your pictures ....Huge inspriation for me Thank you .And one day when I do figure it out I will post Me LOL :+
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