The struggle of swimming for the women & men who choose to cover up & why I'm standing up for them
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Have you ever wanted to swim but felt intimated because of what you choose to wear? This episode is personal because I share with you what I went through in 2018 and 2019 that have shaped me for who I am and why I am speaking up about this topic to represent swimmers who choose modesty in the pool! Here is what I discuss in this episode: Why I am talking up about this topic of modesty in the pool environment.  My truth and the struggles behind becoming a certified swim instructor. The truth about swimming and the journey it takes to get started with it.  And of course so much more! :)  The link to the blog I have mentioned is Swimming Struggles and the link for the free course to help you jumpstart your swimming journey can be found here as well: Introduction to swimming Remember to... ~Be Strong. Be Fit. BeFit4Akhirah~
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