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14 Amazing Women Who Prove That Strong Is the New Skinny

Dec 25 2015 - 2:20pm

With CrossFit studios popping up all over country and American Ninja Warrior's Kacy Catanzaro [1] killing it on our TV screens, never before have so many women started to embrace their strength, lift heavy weight, and take the pressure off of being oh so thin. In need of a little gym inspiration today? Look to these amazing women from Instagram for the push you need!

Whether you follow the hashtag #strongisthenewskinny or #strongisthenewsexy, we're thrilled this shift has occurred in the fitness landscape. Now, we can focus on what's truly important: being strong, healthy, and, most importantly, happy.

Now That's a Handstand

Amped-Up Burpees

Double the Strength

On the Ball

Posh and Powerful Pull-Ups

An "Easy 155 Pounds?!"

Crazy Legs

The Beauty and the Biceps

A Strong #GymSelfie

Lift Those Sides

Commitment Is Key

New Fran Time

Balancing It All

#RealChicksLift


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