How Extreme Weight Loss Impacts Relationships
- By
Julia Austin
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You need a partner’s support
Almaroof shared this personal experience: “I’ve had men who hit on me before when I had a more ‘womanly appearance.’ Then I started bodybuilding, and men would send hurtful messages like ‘Ew why are you doing this to your body?’” She wasn’t involved with those men, but it emphasized the importance of being with a partner who is supportive of your fitness goals. Otherwise, not having that support, “It’s another jab at my self-esteem. And my femininity.”
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