Studies have shown that girls who stay physically active are less likely to suffer from loss of self-esteem at adolescence. Keeping our bodies strong and fit helps us to feel capable. Exercise also helps to reduce tension caused by stress. Being physically active builds confidence, independence, greater peace and vitality of mind. At the time it seemed almost like she wasn't responsible for just her sport, but for all of women's sports.
Heroes make it seem possible to live our dreams.
When we find other women who are doing what we would like to do, our aspirations seem legitimate. We are lucky to live in a time when women are just about everywhere. Look for them and you will find that women are snowboarding, riding motorcross, fighting fires, writing books, managing rap labels, recording fantastic music, starting up businesses, programming computers and doing just about anything you could dream of. Cultivate heroes and mentors. Then dream the impossible dream.