Making sports more inclusive for everyone to participate is a BIG topic that can run the gamut from discussing public health education, tackling gym intimidation that includes advertising to the name of their classes (Sizzlin Hot Brazilian Butt - it’s the actual name of a class at a real gym) to the costs for participating […]
You don’t have to be small to do big things. This is blogger Shannyn Dowsett’s motto, who hails from Calgary, Alberta and self proclaims to be an Adventure-ish” athlete with her trekking, kayaking and indoor rock climbing. To us, there is no “ish”, she IS a plus size athlete and we think you’ll agree after hearing her speak. […]
Stepping out of your comfort zone helps you achieve new accomplishments whether as an athlete or in other areas of your life, such as your career. For me, there is no bigger step than leaving the comforts of a steady job and launching a new business. It comes with so many risks, but for C.J. Riggins, this was […]
Everyone has their own “why”. The story of how they became involved in sports. For some, it’s rooted in wanting to return to the athlete they once knew in high school. For others, to be their own super hero and prove to themselves that they have the inner strength and power to achieve their athletic dreams in the body they have today. […]
Have you ever dreamed of designing your own athletic wear? Having certain styles, bold colours and patterns that reflect your spirit, energy and body type? I have, since 2004 when I became involved in sports and there was very little athletic wear on the market for the plus size athlete. Times are changing as we’ve seen existing […]
The Plus Performance podcast connects you with game changers who are empowering plus size women to unleash their inner athlete. Our podcast is made possible, with sponsorship from Rsport, athletic wear designed, tested and built for the Athena athlete. Listen on iTunes, Google Play Music, TuneIn, Stitcher and Spreaker . About the Author: Krista is the Founder of Born […]
