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Why r u commenting on women's bodies?!
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- Dear Runner Bod,
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- Jan 12, 2026
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- 1874
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Summary
We say we shouldn’t comment on women’s bodies. And I agree.But here’s the uncomfortable truth: women’s bodies are commented on, every single day. So what happens when weight loss is publicly praised, medicalized, and celebrated especially when it’s achieved through GLP-1 medications used solely for aesthetic weight loss? In this episode, I unpack why I think it is worth critically examining GLP-1 use when there’s no medical indication & why silence doesn’t actually protect women. We discuss: Whether thinner is automatically assumed to be healthier If people understand what it takes to maintain weight below set point The metabolic and hormonal consequences of chronic underfueling Why weight loss praise reinforces harm—especially for women in larger bodies And whether true body respect means asking harder questions, not fewer This is not about shame.It’s about informed consent, long-term health, and refusing the idea that thinness equals virtue. Jacked Granny Protein Bars have around 16 grams of protein, the perfect post-run snack or mid-afternoon fuel — go check out jacked-granny.com and use code RUNNERGIRL to save 10%. Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @runnergirldietitian