Alex Kennedy, Author at Fit Bottomed Girls https://fitbottomedgirls.com/author/alex-kennedy/ Health + fitness that's feminist AF Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:14:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 122404920 How to Make Fitness Fun Again as an Adult https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/06/how-to-make-fitness-fun-again-as-an-adult/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:53:11 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317292 Remember gym class or playing outside at recess? (No, not the awkward rope-climbing part or when you fell and scraped your knees)… the part where you were just running around, laughing, playing games, and completely forgetting you were even exercising? That feeling didn’t expire when you turned 18. But somewhere along the way, most of us got the message that real fitness had to be serious. Structured. Optimized. And that’s the exact part where a lot of us checked out. If your current relationship with movement feels more like an obligation than something you actually enjoy, this is for you.…

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]]> 317292 A Spring Energy Cleanse That Has Nothing to Do With Dieting https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/05/a-spring-energy-cleanse-that-has-nothing-to-do-with-dieting/ Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:49 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317263 Every spring, the wellness world starts pushing detox teas, juice cleanses, and “reset” plans that are really just unsustainable diets wearing a mask. But what if your low energy, brain fog, and that heavy, uninspired feeling also have to do with how you’re living day to day — and the non-food-related choices you’re making? Real energy (and shaking off the winter blues) also comes from how you move, rest, think, and spend your time. Here’s how to actually feel better this spring. Move in a Way That Doesn’t Feel Like Punishment If your current workout feels like something you’re forcing…

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]]> 317263 Why Dance Is One of the Most Powerful Confidence-Building Workouts https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/01/why-dance-is-one-of-the-most-powerful-confidence-building-workouts/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:33 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317210 Dance isn’t just one of the most insanely fun workouts—it’s also a complete confidence and resilience builder. I know this because I learned to shuffle dance in 2019, and it has shifted every single area of my life—from physical fitness, to body image, to mindset, to courage. I can bet you’ve seen dancers all over the internet (probably shuffling, honestly—the dance has taken a major leap online since 2020!). You think, “That looks fun,” followed immediately by, “But I could never.” At first, I was that girl too. But on a total whim, I decided to stop watching and just…

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]]> 317210 How to Stay Consistent With Your Mental and Physical Goals During the Holidays https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/11/how-to-stay-consistent-with-your-goals-through-the-holidays/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/11/how-to-stay-consistent-with-your-goals-through-the-holidays/#respond Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:25 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317138 If you’ve ever felt like the moment the pumpkin spice latte drops, your fitness routine and mental clarity start to crumble, you’re not alone. The holiday season—with its endless social events, travel, pressure, and overall chaos—is famous for being the biggest saboteur of consistency. You’re a smart, busy woman who is normally nailing her goals, so why does this time of year always feel like a battlefield for your wellness? The lie we’ve been fed is that to maintain physical consistency and manage stress during the holidays, you need morewillpower and more time. I’m here to—thankfully—call BS. The true enemy…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/11/how-to-stay-consistent-with-your-goals-through-the-holidays/feed/ 0 317138 How to Be Confident Even When You Feel Self-Conscious https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/10/how-to-be-confident-even-when-you-feel-self-conscious/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/10/how-to-be-confident-even-when-you-feel-self-conscious/#respond Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:00:02 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317104 Raise your hand if you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and thought, “Wow, she’s so confident. I wish I didn’t feel so (insert insecure thought here).” Here’s the big, liberating truth: The most confident women you know? They get self-conscious, too. Seriously! For too long, the fitness and wellness world has sold us a lie that true confidence—that powerful, unshakable belief in yourself—means you’re never bothered by self-doubt, gym anxiety, or a moment of feeling awkward. This outdated mindset holds you hostage, forcing you to chase an impossible standard of perfection. But what if I told you that you could feel…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/10/how-to-be-confident-even-when-you-feel-self-conscious/feed/ 0 317104 Dancing Your Way to Confidence: Why Shuffle Dance Is More Than Just Fitness https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/dancing-your-way-to-confidence-why-shuffle-dance-is-more-than-just-fitness/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/dancing-your-way-to-confidence-why-shuffle-dance-is-more-than-just-fitness/#respond Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:23 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317008 Raise your hand if you’re a woman who has a playlist of songs that makes your body want to move, but you feel like you can’t. If you’ve been searching for a workout that’s actually fun and not just a chore—or if you’ve been craving a way to connect with your inner child and let loose—then you’re in the right place. A lot of us get stuck in the same old gym routines, pushing through boring cardio sessions just because we think we “should.” We end up feeling disconnected, uninspired, and frankly, a little resentful of our workouts. But what…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/dancing-your-way-to-confidence-why-shuffle-dance-is-more-than-just-fitness/feed/ 0 317008 The Hidden Power of Everyday Bravery: An Exclusive Q&A with Author Renee Zukin https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/the-hidden-power-of-everyday-bravery-an-exclusive-qa-with-author-renee-zukin/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/the-hidden-power-of-everyday-bravery-an-exclusive-qa-with-author-renee-zukin/#respond Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:40 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317031 Are you a woman who’s been told that bravery looks like skydiving, running a marathon, or starting a company? For too long, courage and resilience have been defined only by big, audacious, risk-taking acts. But what about the courage it takes to get out of bed on a heavy day? Or the resilience needed to nourish your body when fear is telling you not to? For many women, true strength lies in the small, seemingly insignificant battles we fight every single day. That’s exactly the perspective Renee Zukin brings in her new book, Every Day, I’m Brave: Cultivating Resilience to…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/the-hidden-power-of-everyday-bravery-an-exclusive-qa-with-author-renee-zukin/feed/ 0 317031 Why Being “Too Much” Is the Secret to Better Relationships & Less Stress https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/08/why-being-too-much-is-the-secret-to-better-relationships-less-stress/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/08/why-being-too-much-is-the-secret-to-better-relationships-less-stress/#respond Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:00:27 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317006 Raise your hand if you’ve ever been told you’re “too much.” Too loud. Too emotional. Too passionate. Too ambitious. Too… you. For a lot of women, that’s the cue to start shrinking. We tone down our voice, dim our fiery nature, and sand down the sharp, beautiful edges that make us who we are—all in the desperate hope of being accepted. We learn to censor our jokes, hide our big dreams, and put a lid on our feelings because we’re afraid our genuine selves will be rejected. But here’s the tough-love, liberating truth: the constant effort to make yourself smaller…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/08/why-being-too-much-is-the-secret-to-better-relationships-less-stress/feed/ 0 317006 The Energy Budget: How to Spend Your Mental Energy Wisely https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/the-energy-budget-how-to-spend-your-mental-energy-wisely/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/the-energy-budget-how-to-spend-your-mental-energy-wisely/#respond Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:04:25 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=316944 Ever feel like you’re running on fumes and your brain feels like scrambled eggs? You, my friend, are likely battling mental fatigue—a sneaky energy thief that can leave even the most active, health-conscious women feeling utterly drained. The culprit? Your cognitive load and the sheer volume of decisions, stressors, and emotional labor you’re juggling daily. If you’re a woman who prides herself on getting things done, being the “go-to” person, and constantly striving to achieve, you know this feeling all too well. This kind of invisible burnout can sabotage your fitness goals, dull your mental clarity, and leave you feeling…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/the-energy-budget-how-to-spend-your-mental-energy-wisely/feed/ 0 316944 The Key to Having More Discipline? Your Nervous System https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/06/the-key-to-having-more-discipline-your-nervous-system/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/06/the-key-to-having-more-discipline-your-nervous-system/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:00:56 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=316672 When it comes to self-discipline, many people believe that the key to success is simply trying harder. We’ve all been there: promising ourselves we’ll stick to a workout routine, eat healthier, or be more productive.  But here’s the truth—willpower is a limited resource. Think of it like a battery that drains throughout the day. The more decisions you make, the more depleted your mental “self-control” energy becomes. Add stress, exhaustion, and emotional overload, and suddenly it’s even harder to stay on track. Instead of relying on willpower, the secret to sustainable self-discipline is this: Support your nervous system so that…

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