Marlene Andersson, Author at Fit Bottomed Girls https://fitbottomedgirls.com/author/marleneandersson/ Health + fitness that's feminist AF Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:31:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 122404920 Perfectionism in Motherhood: Learning to Let Good Enough Be Enough https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/07/perfectionism-in-motherhood-learning-to-let-good-enough-be-enough/ Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:00:04 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317308 For a very long time, I believed one of my greatest strengths was my ability to work hard. I was the kind of person who liked making plans and seeing them through to get the best possible result—because that’s what plans are for…right? If there was something I wanted to achieve, I had no problem putting in the effort to earn it. Whether it was studying for an exam, preparing for a competition, or building my career, I trusted that if I showed up consistently and worked hard, things would eventually work out. Looking back, I don’t think there was…

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]]> 317308 Same Team, Different Paths: Stay-at-Home Moms and Working Moms https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/06/working-mom-vs-stay-at-home-mom/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317279 One of the first major decisions we make as moms is the path we will take moving forward. As in, will we continue working or spend more time at home with our child? This decision is made with many different variables in mind — whether we can afford not to go back to work for a while, whether we truly want to stop working, whether we want to dive more into the role of being a homemaker, and so many other reasons. I think one of the most interesting things about this particular choice is that it’s become a bit…

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]]> 317279 Mom Rage: Why It Happens and What It’s Really Trying to Tell You https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/02/mom-rage-why-it-happens-and-what-its-really-trying-to-tell-you-2/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:00:39 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317256 It often starts with the smallest things, and it can feel like it comes out of nowhere. Everything is going fine while I’m getting my kids out the door and ready for school. And then, slowly, it starts to build. For the hundredth time, I’m telling one of them to put their shoes on. My oldest suddenly remembers she forgot to do her homework, and the preschooler refuses to leave with the blue water bottle I gave him. He has to have the red one with animals on it instead. It just feels like never-ending chaos. Before I even realize…

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]]> 317256 Functional Fitness for Real Life: The Case for Everyday Athleticism https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/01/functional-fitness-for-real-life-the-case-for-everyday-athleticism/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:27 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317226 Most people think athletes are those who train for a sport. But what if you’re already training—just without meaning to? Why Most People Don’t See Themselves as Athletes When I was younger, I believed that strength training—or even training hard—was only for athletes: people preparing for a competition or a race of some kind. If you played a sport, I could see how it might be useful. But I wasn’t doing any of that. I didn’t really understand why a “regular” person who studied or worked a 9–5 job would benefit from spending time training. What would they even need…

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]]> 317226 The Myth of the “Good Mom”: How Self-Sacrifice Is Hurting Mothers—and Their Kids https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/12/the-myth-of-the-good-mom-how-self-sacrifice-is-hurting-mothers-and-their-kids/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/12/the-myth-of-the-good-mom-how-self-sacrifice-is-hurting-mothers-and-their-kids/#respond Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:46 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317203 Somewhere along the way, we were sold a lie.I’m not sure exactly when it started, but I know I heard it loud and clear when I was younger. A lie wrapped in devotion and disguised as love.I can still remember what I used to believe: “Better do everything you want in life before you have children, because once you do… your life is all about them.” Maybe your version sounded different. Maybe it came from family, culture, or the subtle messaging we all absorb growing up. But wherever it came from, it grows into the same story I hear mothers…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/12/the-myth-of-the-good-mom-how-self-sacrifice-is-hurting-mothers-and-their-kids/feed/ 0 317203 Simple Lymph Massage for Daily Health: How to Boost Your Lymphatic Flow at Home https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/10/simple-lymph-massage/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/10/simple-lymph-massage/#respond Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:00:50 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317121 I’ll be honest—when someone mentions a new “health hack,” I get a little nauseous. I’m not into hacks or quick fixes that promise big results with almost no effort. What I do believe in, though, are simple daily practices that help us build a stronger foundation for health—habits that, over time, move us from just surviving to thriving. That belief has only deepened since I became a mom. My time for self-care shrank dramatically, so I had to learn how to work smarter, not harder. When I find something that’s quick, simple, and actually effective—I share it. This one comes…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/10/simple-lymph-massage/feed/ 0 317121 This Might Be Why You Can’t Stop Binge Eating at Night https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/this-might-be-why-you-cant-stop-binge-eating-at-night/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/this-might-be-why-you-cant-stop-binge-eating-at-night/#respond Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:10 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317068 Is there something more frustrating than when we feel like we’re doing all the right things, but it’s still not working? For many women, this especially applies to food. We have a plan to follow, but why can’t we just stick to it? One day you’re doing great—eating clean and following all the “right” steps. You meal prep, skip dessert, and fill your plate with greens. The next day, out of nowhere, you find yourself at the bottom of a bag of chips or polishing off a whole sleeve of cookies. This cycle gets confusing, and we start to think…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/09/this-might-be-why-you-cant-stop-binge-eating-at-night/feed/ 0 317068 Think Like an Athlete: The Mindset Anyone Can Use to Reach Their Goals https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/08/athlete-mindset-to-reach-your-goals/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/08/athlete-mindset-to-reach-your-goals/#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:00:28 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317010 I stopped being an athlete a few years ago, and it got me thinking about what I miss most about competing at a high level in CrossFit. Sure, part of me misses the adrenaline rush of running out onto the competition floor, the pride of standing on the podium, and the great vibe and support of the community. But one of the best parts of it? I still carry that with me. When I walked into that CrossFit gym at 27, I thought I was just looking for a fun way to stay fit. I had no idea it would…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/08/athlete-mindset-to-reach-your-goals/feed/ 1 317010 Tired of Quitting Your Goals? Here’s How to Trust Yourself Again https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/tired-of-quitting-your-goals-heres-how-to-trust-yourself-again/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/tired-of-quitting-your-goals-heres-how-to-trust-yourself-again/#respond Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:56 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=316976 Thinking about quitting a goal before you really even get started? I think we’ve all been there… or at least I have. What I set out to do feels SO huge that I sometimes feel like quitting—before I’ve even started. Have you ever felt like that? If so, this blog is for you. It’s easy to start talking yourself out of something: “Why should I bother? Why start when I probably won’t be able to stick with it?” Suddenly, you remember every other time you had a plan: The treadmill that’s now your most expensive clothing rack The Pinterest recipes…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/tired-of-quitting-your-goals-heres-how-to-trust-yourself-again/feed/ 0 316976 Does Lifting Weights Stunt Growth in Kids? What Parents Need to Know https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/does-lifting-weights-stunt-growth-in-kids/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/does-lifting-weights-stunt-growth-in-kids/#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:31 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=316915 A few weeks ago, I shared a short video of me deadlifting in my home gym with my 3-year-old toddler next to me, copying me with his own little barbell. It was one of those sweet moments I can’t help but share—I just love those bonding moments. Soon after, a parent messaged me: “Is that actually safe? I’ve always heard that weight training can stunt a child’s growth.” And you know what? It’s a valid concern. Because as parents, we want our kids to be active and healthy—but we also want them to be safe. So let’s talk about that…

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