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Atleta olímpica quer inspirar mães a amarem as imperfeições do corpo após a gestação

Stephanie Rothstein Bruce mostra que a função do corpo vai bem além de apenas ser bonito

Por Redação Brasil Post
Atualizado em 21 jan 2020, 12h45 - Publicado em 24 mar 2016, 08h41

Aos 32 anos, a maratonista americana Stephanie Rothstein Bruce está treinando a todo vapor para tentar uma vaga para a disputa dos 10 mil metros na Olimpíada do Rio de Janeiro, em agosto deste ano. Ela acaba de ter dois filhos, que têm 21 e 6 meses de vida, respectivamente, o que deixa a missão olímpica ainda mais difícil.

Mas Stephanie conseguiu encontrar um gás a mais para chegar lá: ajudar a inspirar outras mães que sofrem com as imagens corporais após a gestação. “Quando olho para baixo, vejo que as estrias que vieram para ficar, que os músculos abdominais que precisam de reforço contínuo e pernas poderosas e pés que estão prontos para voar!”, afirmou a corredora numa das postagens.

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When I look down I see stretch marks that are here to stay, ab muscles that need continued strengthening, legs that are powerful, and feet that are ready to fly! #trackseason #timetofly #flystyle

A post shared by Stephanie Rothstein Bruce (@stephrothstein) on Mar 16, 2016 at 10:51am PDT

A atleta fez tanto sucesso com suas imagens empoderadoras que já alcançou 31 mil seguidores de todo o planeta. A ideia de Stephanie é bem clara: aceite as imperfeições do seu corpo e seja feliz.

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#runningwiththebruces launched 3 years ago. The seed was planted and so we are excited to announce the dates of our 2nd annual #brucecamp16. Aug.25-29th. Come train and learn from us, live like a pro runner for a few days, escape real life, soak up knowledge, run on Flagstaff's endless trails, and take a chance on yourself. All abilities welcome!! Registration opens tomorrow morning. Link in profile.

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Corra, Stephanie. Corra!

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Last weekend was tough to be a spectator and not competing at the marathon trials. But it's never been more clear that it was the smartest decision to not rush back. The patience and work is beginning to show itself. 4 mile tempo: 5:42, 5:36, 5:35, 5:33. 4 x 400 with 1 min rest @ 74, 75, 73, 75. #timetofly #flystyle #journeywithsteph #7000ft. PC: @jenrosario13

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Com os filhos

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"The 10k that was more than just 6.2 miles." My post race recap up on my website. A little inside into how I got to racing 5 months post partum, my support team, the feeling of crossing a finish line again, and in true #keepinitreal Steph fashion a little anecdote towards the end. Warning may be TMI for some:) Enjoy! Link in profile.

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Mãe e atleta. Atleta e mãe

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Where am I headed? Oh ya know just my own hotel room to get ready for my race tomorrow. Whaaat? Yep first competitive race back since July 2013. 2.5 years and 2 babies later. I'm excited, nervous, eager, and grateful to have reached this point. Let's get 2016 started! #timetofly #oiselleteam #journeywithsteph #cardiffkookrun

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A barriga

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#keepinitreal doing side planks. The strength and stability is coming back steadily but the appearance of abs and stretch marks remains the same. The not so glamorous part of getting strong post baby. #takeitinside #journeywithsteph #diastasisrecti

A post shared by Stephanie Rothstein Bruce (@stephrothstein) on Jan 21, 2016 at 7:05pm PST

“Quando eu olho para baixo”

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Fresh out the box! New shoes, new training cycle, endless possibilities. #mondaymotivation #timetofly #uncommonthread

A post shared by Stephanie Rothstein Bruce (@stephrothstein) on Nov 30, 2015 at 5:18pm PST