There’s a new YouTube video that Boo and I can’t stop watching – This Girl Can is a national campaign developed by Sports England to celebrate active women, whatever their level. We saw it for the first time last week and I was immediately struck at just how true it is.
“This Girl Can is here to inspire women to wiggle, jiggle, move and prove that judgement is a barrier that can be overcome.” – This Girl Can
I think it being set to Missy Elliot’s Get Your Freak On – one of my all time favourite songs, just adds to how much I love this video; trust me I look pretty freaky after 45 minutes of spin – not to mention saddle sore, OUCH!
#operationyummymummy has taught me that being active is not pretty – well for me at least it isn’t – but it’s something I’ve come to embrace; you only have to see my Instagram feed to see that I’m no stranger to the beetroot look after spin or that I’m constantly in search for the perfect sports bra that will reduce major bounce, but still also knowing that yes my booty jiggles, and do you know what… I’m ok with that. I have the confidence to enjoy the gym and exercise but for many girls and women it can be a barrier.
I love how Boo thinks it’s funny that I’m dripping with sweat when I pick her up from crèche at the gym or that I’m so exhausted that I lay down on the hall floor once we’re home, she’s partial to joining in with planking and is a pro when it comes to squats – that’s my girl!
A new year brings new beginnings and while I won’t be making any resolutions , I do think it’s the perfect opportunity to start the year strong and to act as a role model for the younger generation – yes I sweat, and swear (a lot), I struggle, I don’t always succeed but I’m a girl (and woman) who can and when it comes to setting an example for Boo, I’m happy with that.
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17 responses to “This Girl Can”
I saw this video on the TV the other day and thought it was really inspirational.
Yes, I love that advert too…it’s brilliant, so inspiring and includes everyone no matter what their shape or size. It’s great.
I love this advert too…so inspiring
I love this video and have shown it to my daughters ! It is so inspiring to show them that you don’t have to be a certain shape to get into sports!
I saw this on TV a couple of times yesterday and thought it was great – really inspiring.
It’s a great advert and shows that body shape or fitness levels are not a barrier to exercising
This is really inspiring! Such a great ad! xxx
This advert is so good how come not seen it before!
So many posts about exercise and weight loss and food… think someone is trying to tell me something 😉 I loved this advert too x
It s a great advert, really inspiring! Mind you, am still sat watching it on the sofa…maybe tomorrow!
Such an inspiring advert, I’d not seen it before. I think it is important to show young girls that you can exercise no matter what shape you are. It’s great that you are showing your daughter that it is normal to exercise and enjoy it 🙂
I havent seen the advert but have just watched the YT video and agree it is quite inspiring x
I love that advert. I also love going to the gym and do the beetroot face quite often! I don’t care what anyone thinks but then I’m a tough old bird!
Oh…I am loving this. I was sometimes put off by the fact that i had to strip off when going to a gym actually. we should all forget about that and be active,
I wish that I could find the time to go to the gym – instead my exercise is chasing the kids
it is a brilliant promotion, so positive and inspirational.
It’s a brilliant advert. It sounds like you are an inspiration too x