this might be an odd question but i was thinking of starting birth control but i heard you gain weight when you start it, do you know if this is true?

from Anonymous

I was so scared when I started on the pill, because I’d heard exactly that. It’s pretty much a huge myth that you’ll gain weight while on the pill, because it used to be a problem back in the 60’s when it was invented, but these days it doesn’t really matter because the hormones are very different.

Pretty much what happens is that you might seem to gain weight because it can cause your body to retain water more than usual and can also act as an appetite stimulant. A group of international researchers recently reviewed 39 of the best clinical trials involving birth control and found no statistical evidence that the pills caused an increase in weight. The findings were the same whether the women took combined oral contraceptives (those containing estrogen and progestin) or the progestin-only version known as the mini-Pill.

That doesn’t mean that you, personally, will not gain weight on the Pill, however; it only means that there is no statistical evidence connecting the Pill to increased weight. 

In the end I ended up gaining weight haha, but it was because I was partying all the time and eating shit without working out, not because of the pill I was taking. Talk to your doctor, do your research and make an informed decision for yourself :)

I can't even begin to explain how amazing your blog is! It's inspiring many people, me included!! I respect the way you only promote fitness and never once have you tried to make people think they had to starve to look good. But I also love how you show there's different ways people look good, and their different sizes. Overall your blog is definitely one of my favorites!!!

from Anonymous

:’) thank you sweet pea

Ah I love your videos, I love everything about you, you are my spirit animal haha. Wondering if you wouldn't mind posting your daily intakes sometimes? Not calories if you don't count but just what you eat some days, I find you such an inspiration. Thankyou and keep up the good work! Xx

from Anonymous

Aw! Thanks man. Ok, my pleasure. I have stopped tracking my calories and have been feeling like I should start tracking what I eat again anyway! I’ll start as of tomorrow :) xxxx

I love your video! Really good advice:DD

from hypocritical-son-of-a-gun

omg thank you :’) haha yay!

just wanted to let you know that you are my fave fitness blog here :) x

from slimdown-getfit

FUCK YEAH thank you so much bby!

so I heard distance running is supposed to slim thighs, but what do they really mean by distance? 1,2,3 miles? 10 miles? can you help?

from Anonymous

check this out - http://www.artofmanliness.com/2012/01/09/beginners-guide-to-long-distance-running/

What HIIT do you do for your legs?

from Anonymous

A mixture of running, skipping, and bike riding.

hey :) I just saw your last post, it's so cute! Love your sunglasses, where did you get them from? :) xx

from littlesunnyday

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Next year is my last year at high school. I can't wait to travel the world for a year and focus only on me and my problems, no one else. Your blog has given me a light of positivity in a negative environment. Hearing about your travel plans has inspired me to live life, love myself and love my body. I hope you realise how amazing you are, and what an amazing impact you have on girls everywhere. You are my role model. <3

from Anonymous

I smoke weed and it's really hard for me not to eat a lot of junk when I'm high, do you have any suggestions on how to cut it out?

from Anonymous

Yeah man, try making veggie chips, they’re still crunchy and satisfying but without being junk. All you do is thinly slice your fave veggies (I love kale chips) add a little oil, then bake them in the oven ‘till they’re crunchy. Also popcorn and delish fruit like grapes, mango, pineapple, etc. FUCKING SUGAR SNAP PEAS YES.

Pretty much anything, if you buy healthy food, then when you get hungry/baked you won’t be tempted to eat junk. 

Orrrrrr if you don’t get high like all the time, just eat whatever you want and use it as your ‘off’ day :)

Why are you a vegan? Not hating at all!!!!!!! I love you and love your blog, and I know you are not all like "ZOMG I'M A VEGAN LISTEN TO MY BELIEFS BLAH BLAH" lol seriously but I see you endorse a vegan lifestyle due to how bad dairy is for you etc but yeah I just wondered, like why are you, personally, a vegan?

from Anonymous

Haha, thank you! I stopped eating meat the day we learnt about how it affects your body, when I was in my biology class at University.

Why am I transitioning to vegan? I just want to reduce the amount of suffering that I, personally, am responsible for.

What does if mean if you throw up after doing a work out? It was insanity if that helps?

from Anonymous

Vomiting after a workout 100% means something is going wrong or you’re doing something wrong.

You probably overexerted yourself, that’s a pretty hard workout haha! Pretty much what happens is your body goes into shock, could be from heat, dehydration (you should be sipping water before during and after your workout), or just from exhaustion. Your body stops caring about the stomach and just makes sure it’s able to keep your most important organs working, so it just kicks out whatever’s in your stomach.

It’s not a huge issue if it’s only happened the one time, but if it keeps happening it can cause a whole heap of problems. Just try to ease up on how hard you’re pushing yourself, you wanna stay between 70 and 85 percent of maximum heart rate.  

One of the largest causes of workout sickness is low blood sugar. If your body has already used up its stores of calories you may start to sweat more than usual, feel dizzy and nauseous and pass out. The best prevention is to ensure that you eat a meal of at least 300 calories, which includes protein and carbohydrates, before your workout.

I always have a light snack before I workout like a banana or peanut butter and apple or something. Exercising with too much in your tummy can cause vomiting but so can having too little in there!

My boyfriend and I are starting to eat healthy together. And I already notice a huge difference in the way that I feel. Just wanted to thank you for your blog. It really motivates me and helps me. Thank you for being beautiful lovely<3

from Anonymous

Woo! Well done! Keep it up. Remember to write down your goals and how you’re going each day in some sort of journal! It’ll make things alot easier, I promise! Have an amazing day and good luck to you and your boyfriend on your journey! xxo

if i make a smoothie with frosen raspberries, frozen blueberries, some rolled oats, apple juice and a bit of yogurt, how many calories will it have?

from Anonymous

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I AM NOT A WIZARD

Hey I just wanted to thank you. For almost 9 years (I'll be 18 in December) I have struggled with body hate. I hated my face, my hair, my eyes, my nose...you get the picture. And as I've followed your blog I have seen so many things that have made me open my eyes and see me for who I am. It's changed me. I posted a selfie today, the first time, I've even ever taken one. And I posted it. Your blog teaches to be healthier, physically yes, but also mentally. I can't thank you enough. -Taylor

from 817princess

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