"They just don't understand that bigger people can be elite athletes"

Readers, it looks like we have yet another BAFL (Bad Ass Fat Lady), here to offer us some fantastic words of acceptance and wisdom.  Her name is Cheryl Haworth.  OLYMPIC MEDALIST Cheryl Haworth!! Heard of her?  Seen her?

thank you, pbs.org

Damn, she is so inspiring.  I highly encourage you to read the entire article.  She discusses having to face people who are confused by a woman who is both very fat and in excellent physical shape.  She also shares about weightlifting and other experiences.
They also discuss the fantastic documentary about her experiences, STRONG, linked below.  I haven’t actually had a chance to watch the entire thing yet, but it’s not too long, under an hour, and it won’t be streaming for much longer!  Be sure to check it out.

Interview

Documentary