

These lines will represent, minimally, race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, age, ability, and religion, to name a few. Each of those lines represents one aspect of your identity. Now, imagine an asterisk with many lines. What the judge failed to see was how they were being uniquely discriminated against for being both Black and women. The judge dismissed their complaint, pointing out that Black men were working in the factory and (white) women were working in the front office. 1 Crenshaw investigated a court case in which a group of Black women argued that because they were both Black and women they were unable to access jobs within their company. Kimberlé Crenshaw who coined and theorized intersectionality to give meaning to the ways that identities and their oppressions overlap. Intersectionality 101įeminists, particularly Women of Color, had been advocating for a more complex analysis of women’s multiple identities for years, but it was black feminist legal scholar Dr. This can be dangerous for those who are taking their first steps toward changing their activity and self-care practices.

If we consistently see images of the same thing, we begin to believe that that recurring image is the standard or the definition. It reflects, perpetuates, and creates norms that we internalize about fitness. Visual imagery is powerful, particularly in fitness culture. While none of these women are problematic themselves, the problem lies in who is not there and what that says about the way we frame our visions of fitness. Now repeat the search with “healthy woman.” Again, you see a very similar and consistent image. More than likely, you’re looking at dozens of images reflecting a very similar look. Now, do a Google image search for “fit woman.” We tend to see the top search results as the “truest” or best representations of whatever it is that we’re looking for. When we search for images, we are often looking for representative images of that person, object, or idea. I’ve used it to find pictures of specific muscles and proper lifting form, and even cute fitness attire, among many other things. She is also considered one of the Middle East’s top fitness experts and therefore is a reliable source for fitness and health tips.As you’ve scoured the Internet throughout the course of your fitness journey, have you ever used the Google image search engine? I know I have. She focuses on the importance of eating healthy and exercising by providing how-to tips.
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And most of all work hard and ENJOY the journey!! #picoftheday #fitnessmodel #dreambig #mydubai #personaltraining #holisticnutritionist #photoshootĪ photo posted by Anita Joubert Wbff Pro on at 3:19am PDTĪnita Joubert is an award-winning trainer and a fitness model based in Dubai. My point is NEVER GIVE UP on your dreams no matter what it is. Today I am a fulltime personal trainer, holistic nutritionist, WBFF pro fitnessmodel and featured on a cover and also in magazines. I am naturally a shy person so for me it was totally outside my comfort zone. Taken by Francois Steenkamp, Tersia Potgieter and Stephen Hindley -studiodxb. #TBT I am posting this picture as it was my first photoshoot. With her awe-inspiring physique, Jessica Olie is an inspiration to all the ladies living in the Middle Eastern who are hoping to turn their lives around.
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Even now, it takes me a few goes to get deeper into the pose! Click the link in my bio to get a copy of my ebook today and learn how to get strong and flexible with me! #LETSSTARTYOGAĪ photo posted by | Yoga Teacher on at 1:59am PSTĭubai-based Jessica Olie’s love of yoga is not only breathtaking to see on Instagram, but also an extreme source of motivation to live healthier. Imagine pushing your butt down as if you're trying to sit on a seat but at the same time lifting and opening your chest. Alien pose has always been one of those awkward ones to practice but I love the vulnerability of this asana. It's so surreal seeing my body going through this amount of change, even though I am much deeper in the pose, I feel everything just as I did the first time I tried it.
