Being brought up amongst boys, I was always involved in fights, cricket, running around. I never always felt any different from them . I don’t believe in genderization and my motivation to be physically strong roots from it. Today, even after having two daughters; feeling good about my body, being in shape and having the freedom to wear short dresses without feeling the cringe keeps me motivated.
Now, at the age of 45, I run full marathons and am happy that even my daughters are into sports and doing gymnastics at the national level.
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