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elspa's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
This book was exactly what I didn’t know I needed to read. It was so uplifting to read something that focused on building strength, while also making me feel strong already. It had me looking up all the different kinds of sport I’m interested in for the joy of moving my body, whatever it looks like.
I was surprised that some chapters were harder to read as I realised just how much things like weight loss, diet culture and disordered eating had affected how I feel about my body. The author explores these issues to talk about what needs to change in the fitness space so that everyone can have access to strength building. I really appreciated the focus on inclusion and community throughout the book.
I was surprised that some chapters were harder to read as I realised just how much things like weight loss, diet culture and disordered eating had affected how I feel about my body. The author explores these issues to talk about what needs to change in the fitness space so that everyone can have access to strength building. I really appreciated the focus on inclusion and community throughout the book.
catherinepaddon's review
4.0
Love this! Vital reading for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the female relationship to sport and to our bodies!
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hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
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5.0
kristinschoellkopf's review
5.0
This book is extraordinary.
I have to admit I'm not into non-fiction books but "Stronger" is different from all the books out there.
The book starts off with personal information about Poorna Bell and I immediately felt connected to the author in a way I didn't think possible.
I was scared about reading this book because I struggle with my body and I love working out ... But I didn't want to read another book on how to lose weight.
There is NONE of that in this book.
This book doesn't drag you down but lift you up. You can be strong, you can feel strong without feeling the pressure to lose weight or criticizing your own body constantly.
I can't wait for another book by this author because it is fair to say that this book has changed my point of view.
Thank you, Poorna Bell.
I have to admit I'm not into non-fiction books but "Stronger" is different from all the books out there.
The book starts off with personal information about Poorna Bell and I immediately felt connected to the author in a way I didn't think possible.
I was scared about reading this book because I struggle with my body and I love working out ... But I didn't want to read another book on how to lose weight.
There is NONE of that in this book.
This book doesn't drag you down but lift you up. You can be strong, you can feel strong without feeling the pressure to lose weight or criticizing your own body constantly.
I can't wait for another book by this author because it is fair to say that this book has changed my point of view.
Thank you, Poorna Bell.