56. The One Where Strong Feels Better Than Skinny with Leslie Robertson

Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself and immediately started picking yourself apart?

If so, you're not alone

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Leslie Robertson—health and fitness coach, former NCAA Division I athlete, and owner of Prime Personal Training Studio—for an honest conversation about what it really takes to make peace with your changing body in midlife.

We talk about the pressure so many women feel to look a certain way, how our own bodies have changed over the years, and why chasing a smaller body often steals energy from the things that matter most. Instead, we explore what happens when you shift your focus toward strength, performance, health, and living a life that feels good.

We also share practical strategies for quieting negative body talk, navigating those difficult moments when photos or videos trigger self-criticism, and raising children who have a healthier relationship with food, movement, and their bodies than many of us grew up with.

If you've ever felt like your body has become the enemy, this conversation will remind you that you are so much more than your size—and that there is incredible freedom in learning to treat yourself with the same kindness you offer everyone else.



Key Takeaways:

• Why body acceptance doesn't mean giving up on your health
• How shifting from appearance-based goals to performance-based goals can transform your relationship with exercise
• Why "leaner" doesn't automatically mean healthier—or happier
• Practical ways to challenge negative body thoughts when they show up
• How to redefine fitness around strength, energy, confidence, and longevity
• Why the way we talk about our own bodies matters for the next generation
• Simple ways to model a healthy relationship with food, exercise, and body image for your children
• Encouragement for anyone struggling to accept the body they're living in today

Additional Episodes You May Enjoy:

EP 44. The One Where Exercise Stops Feeling So Hard
EP 19. The One Where You’re Stronger Than You Think
EP 1. The One Where Your Pants Don’t Fit



Connect with Leslie:

Leslie Robertson is a dedicated health and fitness coach with a rich background in athletic performance and wellness. As a former NCAA Division 1 athlete and physical education teacher, Leslie holds a B.Sc. in Human Performance from Southern Miss. With 17 years of experience, she’s the founder, owner, and head trainer at PRIME Personal Training studio, where she empowers women to achieve sustainable health goals.

As a passionate advocate for women’s health, Leslie understands the challenges busy moms face in regaining their energy and confidence. Through her coaching programs, she provides sustainable and realistic fitness strategies that seamlessly fit into the hectic lives of mothers.

Having navigated her own health challenges, Leslie believes that wellness shouldn’t be an all-or-nothing endeavour. Her approach focuses on building healthy foundations with simple, achievable steps, fostering a mindset that values progress over perfection, and creating long-term success that doesn’t add to the stress of daily life.

IG: Get Fit With Les

Website: PrimePersonalTraining.ca



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