#strongisbeautiful

[fraserfeelingfabulous]

This is one of those lovely non scale victories, I tried this dress on back in March and I couldn’t fasten it at all. Spotted it in the sales today and it zipped right up! Felt good man, it felt good.

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[indoboard]

☀️ Happy Summer Solstice, INDO BOARD Fam! Click ❤️if you think team rider, Brooklyn Kalea, puts her INDO BOARD skills to impressive and good use! She’s only 8-years-old! Swipe left to see her at 3. 😊🌊🤙🏄🏼‍♀️🌎✌️ Georgette . #indoboard #balanceboard #strongisbeautiful #indoboardgirl @four.blonde.groms This is 8! Frothing!! #surf #surfing #surfergirl #surflife #pyzelsurfboards #pyzel #billabong #frothing #waves #wavesonwaves #borntosurf #surfer https://www.instagram.com/p/CfFHe5QPcyr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[isloveworthdyingfor]

Admiration and Shadows

(Esther Nicholette Sullivan) The space felt alive, pulsating with each person's energy pushing their limits, a rhythm I matched with every step toward the lockers.

My gaze swept across the room, catching on Abilene—a whirlwind of enthusiasm—as she bounded towards Major Steele. The man himself was just wrapping up a defense class, his frame silhouetted by the glare of overhead lights, muscles shifting under his shirt with a grace that spoke of quiet strength.

"Major S!" Abilene's voice cut through the hum of activity like a beacon as she flung her arms around him. His surprise was evident, even from a distance, but he responded with a pat on the back, a look of bemused patience on his face.

"Wow, Abilene's going for gold today," I muttered, an involuntary smile tugging at my lips.

"Someone's feeling frisky today." Mary's voice was laced with amusement as she leaned against the locker next to mine, her eyes twinkling with shared humor.

We all watched a collective chuckle building in our throats. It wasn't the first time Abilene had displayed her... intense appreciation for our trainer. But something about the sight—her uninhibited fervor and his gentle, almost fatherly handling of it—warmed something inside me.

"Frisky? She's practically campaigning to become Mrs. Steele Number Two," Delilah quipped, and we erupted into laughter, the sound bouncing off the walls and mingling with the clattering of weights.

Watching them, a memory flashed through my mind—a time when James looked at me with the same admiration now shining in Abilene's eyes for Major S. A time when his touch sent shivers down my spine, not frustration coursing through my veins.

"Careful, ladies," I said, pulling myself back to the present, "that kind of enthusiasm might just land her in the next advanced class—or a restraining order."

"Or both," Mary added, and we snickered, shaking our heads at the absurdity of it all.

"Alright, let's get this show on the road," I declared, channeling the fire in my belly into a fierce determination. "I've got some pent-up energy to burn."

With the image of Abilene's unabashed adoration fading behind me, I strode forward, ready to embrace the sweat and strain that awaited. This was my battleground, my sanctuary. And for the next hour, nothing else mattered.

"Maybe she's just practicing her takedown moves for next week's sparring class," I quipped, a mischievous smirk playing on my lips as the thud of the heavy bag punctuated my joke. The thick air of the gym swirled with our laughter, laced with the tang of sweat and the muted hum of determination. Abilene skipped back to her locker, utterly unaware of our playful jabs, her face illuminated with a love-struck glow that lit up the dull grey of the metal lockers.

I wrapped my hands, the tape crinkling and stretching snugly around my knuckles, each wrap a step closer to unleashing the day's pent-up frustrations. Delilah nudged me hard, snapping me out of my reverie. Her eyes were saucers, wide and reflecting something akin to alarm. I followed her gaze, feeling the pulse in my throat pick up tempo.

There stood Lilith, Major S's wife, framed by the doorway of the gym's office like a sentinel. She couldn't be compared to Abilene's gleaming workout ensemble; her fake blonde hair seemed locked in a perpetual battle with her dark roots, her baggy attire unable to conceal the power that lay beneath. My chest tightened as an unsettling glint flickered in her eyes—a flash of jealousy?—and for a moment, the clamor of the gym faded into a distant echo.

The tension in the room shifted a silent current that raised the hairs on my arms. Lilith watched us; that much was clear, but what churned behind those sharp eyes? I could feel it, a creeping awareness that we were under scrutiny, that the playful banter held more weight under her watchful gaze.

"Keep it tight, Nic; focus on your form," Major Steele's voice cut through the unease, grounding me. His presence was a refuge, his words a tether pulling me back from the edge of discomfort. I nodded, grateful for the distraction, and turned to face the punching bag.

The weight of Delilah's hushed words settled heavily in the air between the clanks and grunts of exertion, "She creeps me out," she whispered, her gaze darting to where Lilith stood, an ever-present shadow in the fluorescent-lit gym. "Like a watchful lioness guarding her territory."

I followed Delilah's uneasy glance, my skin prickling with the chill of her analogy. Lilith's eyes, dark and piercing, were fixed on us, or more specifically, on Major Steele as he moved from one client to another, his confidence as unwavering as the muscles that rippled beneath his fitted trainer's tee.

"God knows what goes on behind closed doors," Mary added in a low murmur, echoing the silent question that had haunted the gossip mill for months.

I shivered despite the sweat cooling on my skin. My mind raced back to the enigmatic couple's last public spat, a memory flashing like lightning—a tempest of accusations and hurt pride that made their union seem anything but stable. I remembered how Major S's jaw clenched, the controlled calm of his voice barely masking the storm that churned behind those sharp eyes.

"Eight years, isn't it?" I mused aloud, trying to recall the snippets of overheard conversations that painted a vague timeline of their marriage. "Or has it been nine?"

"Doesn't matter," Delilah countered, her focus back on the weights in her hands. "It's the cracks that count, not the years."

"Cracks?" I echoed, glancing at Lilith again. Her gaze met mine, a flash of recognition passing between us before she turned away, leaving me with the unsettling feeling of having wandered into a predator's line of sight.

"Everyone's got them," Mary said, eyes never leaving her reflection in the mirror as she lifted dumbbells with practiced ease. "Even our dear Major S."

"Especially him," Abilene chimed in, her tone wistful, tinged with the ache of unrequited adoration.

There was a collective pause, each of us contemplating the man whose authority filled the space yet whose personal life seemed shrouded in whispers and sidelong glances. How much did we really know about Major Gabriel Steele—about the heart that beat beneath the façade of strength and the smiles that never quite reached his eyes?

"Back to work, ladies," Major Steele's voice called out, a gentle nudge back to reality.

"Yes, Sir," I said, shaking off the unease. I turned towards the punching bag, wrapping my hands tighter around the worn leather. With every strike, I let go of the questions and the doubts and focused on the rhythm of the workout, the burn in my arms, and the simple clarity that came with physical exertion.

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[journeythree6five]

It's nice to be back at my fitness goals and ready to rock it out. I'm at a very peaceful place in life and I'm loving every second of it. I'm down 13 lbs by week 3! 🤩 🤩 Yes I'm cognizant of the fact that my goggles were on upside down, but that's ok! 🤣 🤦🏽‍♀️ I'm very happy and proud to be part of the @theliftbx and @questnutrition families! I love the options I get from both. Here's to knocking this 💩 out the park. 💪🏽 💪🏽 💪🏽 #FitnessJourney #LetsFrigginGooooooooo #Unfuckwithable #Journey365 #AndBeyond #QuestSquad #LiftBoxCrew #DeliciousAndNutritious #StrongIsBeautiful #LiftLikeAGirl #RacquetBall (at Del E Webb Wellness Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoqOU3oPzhm/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[dhb912]

Lindsey Stirling Snow Waltz CD continued: And here's the... wow, did it get hotter here? The front cover of the booklet and the CD itself... holy moly, that's quite the gun show... she should be in the #wbff! Or is it #wbbf? #angel #youlovetoseeit #lindseystirling #artemis #snowwaltz #target #shatterme #braveenough #icequeen #merrychristmas #feliznavidad #ilovelindsey #lunalatte #ksll #warmerinthewinter #crazyforchristmas #strongisbeautiful https://www.instagram.com/p/Cma1LfdMhm8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[lisettemonsterr]

#WomensHockey #TeamUSA #TeleviseWomensHockey #TeleviseWomensSports #StrongWomenRock #StrongIsBeautiful. #StrongIsSexy #StrongWomen https://www.instagram.com/p/CmYMqfDsGRg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[dabbooratnani]

💪🏼👊🏼🥊 #strongisbeautiful @jacquelinef143 @manishadratnani #strongisthenewsexy #jacquelinefernandez #dabbooratnani #drcalendar #dabboo #photography #photooftheday #stunning #sexy #strong #superstar #photographer #calendar #star #🥊 #❤️ #📸 #mondaymotivation #girlpower (at Mumbai, Maharashtra) https://www.instagram.com/p/BYD0YsUHA8j/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[aailayounus]

“The Stronger your heart is the stronger your reletionship with God is “ -#YounusAlGohar #Follow @mfi_usa . . . . . . . . . . . . #Quoteoftheday❤️ #ifollowGoharShahi #ImamMehdiGoharShahi #GoharShahi ##strongisbeautiful #love #lovestory #lovewins #loveforever #lovely #truelove #godlyquotes #godisgood #godfirst #godislove #godspromise #spiritualawakening #spiritualgangster #photography #photooftheday#picoftheday #enlightenment #enlightened #beautify #innerbeing #innerpeace https://www.instagram.com/p/CekTv1NOMij/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[monlivrepratique]

Snatch : Noix ramollies CLIP HD

#youtube #SuperSnatch FitGoals WorkoutMotivation FitnessJourney StrongIsBeautiful HealthyLifestyle BodyGoals GymLife TrainHard StayFit

[fraserfeelingfabulous]

Just couldn’t leave this in the sale… I’ve sold on 5 dresses recently, so if I get one more that’s still a net decrease in stuff right 😂

#fitblr #health #fitblog #fitness #fitgirl #weightlossjourney #weightloss #strongisbeautiful #fitgirls #personal #selfie

[awesomeredhds02]

the_alianna

1 🤔 I couldn't decide so we do both 🤷🏼‍♀️ Happy Fri-yay!! 🎉🎉

#redhead #redhair #girlswithredhair#gingergirls #ginger #gingerhair #curlygirl #curlyhair#naturalhair #girlswithcurls #redheadmodel #gingermodel#redheadroyalty #redheadsdoitbetter #tattooedmodels#inkedmodels #girlswithtattoos #alternativemodel #curves#fitmodel #fitnessmotivation #fitness #fitnessmodel#strongwomen #strongisbeautiful

[ckfightlife]

Monday mood. | NABJJF |CKFIGHTLIFE #believeandachieve Like | Share | Follow | Tag #fitness #crossfit #xfit #ckfightlife #bjj #jiujitsu #artesuave #ckfamily #contractkiller #livethefightlife #nogi #nabjjf #fightlife #armedtotheteeth #alwaysreppin #neverhalfsteppin #choke #train #compete #discipline #ibjjf #fitness #passion #strongisbeautiful #sport https://www.instagram.com/p/ChBi-yBuSuT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[journeythree6five]

Staying consistent with my girls! 💜 💜 Consistency is 🔑 @planetfitness 💜 💜 💜 #HydesUnleashed #Journey365 #AndBeyond #TheHydeOut #Arizonians #PlanetFitness #TheSternerLadies #RayvenSkye💙 #PhoenixJade🖤 #SelfUnleashed #MajesticAF🦄 #FamilyFitness #Wurk #StrongIsBeautiful #SwoleMates #TheOneYouCantLiftWithout (at Planet Fitness) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ceher6OJhnP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[pb-dot]

Let's meet the Thereafter Crew: Alicia

Today, I am quite excited because we've gotten to my favorite among the heroes. Now, I try to be even-handed and like all of my troubled messed up funny children equally, but I think Alicia holds a bit of a special place in my heart, mostly because her magical realm is so damn cool to me. Anyway, let's get on with the introduction!

Alicia Thorn is a New York-based fitness influencer posting under the screen name ThornStrong. Styling herself as a bit of a Self Made Black Woman, Alicia posts mostly training tips and gym selfies, with occasional "day in the life" type posts to keep her content relatable. Standing at 5'10 with about as much muscle definition as a woman can get away with without attracting outright scorn, Alicia always seeks to push that boundary with consistent attention to hashtags like #strongisbeautiful and #beautywiththebrawn. It doesn't seem to take as much as she'd like to. Similarly, her type 4b natural hair has drawn some less than favorable comments, but Alicia is nothing if not willing to spite the trolls of the world.

In her Magical Adventure, Alicia was spirited away to the Steppelands, a mix between approximately medieval age mongolia and pre-christianity northern europe. When the young girl struggling with a lot of anger at the world and every stupid person in it is picked up by a local clan of raiders, her ferocity impressed them enough that they spontaneously adopted this new combatative ward. With this clan, Alicia learned to do the Deep Song, a combination of breathing exercises, throat singing, and chanting designed to saturate the blood with oxygen and the latent magic of the Steppelands, allowing the raiders to run great distances at high speed, and still be in fighting shape when they get there.

Alicia adapts reasonably well to the rough life of the steppe, but her keen sense of Justice and Fairness gets activated once she learns that the frequent raids and wars between clans are all in service of paying tribute to the Dragon Thane, a massive dragon that terrorizes the steppes. Those that fail are usually devoured, or at least enthralled to his command.

Unwilling to accept the inherent unfairness of this system, Alicia seeks to rally the clan, to rally all the clans, and make "that big flying dragon-jerk really work for his meals for once." Progress is slow, but aided by Lia, the older girl who was given responsibility for the headstrong newcomer, Alicia makes inroads. The turning point is when she completes The Trial Of Steel, a combat "graduation" of sorts intended for much older children than her. Through a campaign of diplomacy and warfare, Alicia helps Lia and her tribe form a coalition against the dragon, overseen by the newly reformed Allthing, a council of clan elders inspired by the gods in the Steppeland creation myths gathering in just such an organization as they created the world.

Even united as the steppe clans had become, taking on the Dragon Thane was a daunting task. Given the Thane's ability to fly and rain fiery death from above, tricking him to land and disabling his wings were an immediate priority. Alicia had been granted the honor to participate in the flanking attacks meant to disable the dragon's wings, but chose instead, to Lia's mounting terror, to go with the vanguard meant to taunt the dragon into landing and facing his foes head on. The battle was hard-fought, and Alicia came close to death herself several times, but through the help of the somewhat more sensible Lia, she pulled through, seeing the end of the Dragon Thane's life to thousands upon thousands of cuts and piercing arrows.

Parting is often such sweet sorrow, and no sorrow more bittersweet than this for young Alicia. She resented the idea of going back to the regular world where you had to hide your anger, where it wasn't enough to be determined and thinking of those around you, where she wouldn't be able to run like the wind or swing weapons made for hardened warriors like they were balsa wood replicas. Lia bade her farwell with the wish that she would become as strong and as true in her world as she was in the steppelands. Filled with a melancholy Alicia would, many years later, realize was the dying pains of her first crush, Alicia promised to try.

Back in the real world, Alicia struggled with the transition back to quote-unqoute normalcy, but hearted by Lia's final request of her, she worked at it. Managing her anger became a quesiton of finding acceptable outlets for it, going to the gym became one she found acceptable, although it wasn't as satisfying as swinging weapons around. As an adult, Alicia tried to channel her interest in working out into a career as a personal trainer, but found the frustrations inherent to the job to be too many to manage.

Luck would have it that this left her jobless at the time where the first influencers rose to prominence, and the desperate hail mary of trying out the influencer life turned into quite the profitable venture for Alicia. Of course, the money weren't exorbitant, and the frustrations were still many, but on the bright side most of these came digitally, and so Alicia could always put in some sparring time in her home gym if it all became too much.

Just to lay my source of inspiration bare here, Alicia is pretty much this series' answer to Rachel from the Animorphs books. Unmistakably femme with a deep, rich streak of righteous anger to her that makes her a ferocious warrior when the opportunity presents itself. I get into it a little in this intro, but her anger is very much about the unfairness of the world, and she is supposed to be the conscience of the party because of this.

While the others, Lex and Felipe in particular, could concievably compromise with a lesser evil for the greater good, Alicia would never agree to such a thing. While she has become better at hiding it and channeling her rage over time, it has not changed the nature of it. Her rage burns hot and intense, but most importantly, righteous. She is a bit of a love letter to the concept of righteous anger, a feeling I think we milennials could stand to get reaquainted with.

#Thereafter #thereafter wip #Character introduction #Alicia Thorn

[lisettemonsterr]

#WomensHockey needs to be on TV more often! #SupportWomensSports #StrongWomen #StrongWomenRock. #TeamUSA #StrongIsBeautiful #StrongIsSexy #TeleviseWomensHockey #TeleviseWomensFootball #TeleviseWomensRugby #Hockey (at Lincoln, Nebraska) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClAnY7osFHj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[thecolortides]

She stands, a statue sculpted from anticipation, until the tide 🌊within bursts forth, painting the canvas of silence with vibrant life.🩰💫

#SundayFunday

#WeekendVibes

#JanuaryBlues

#motivationmonday

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