After giving birth, I knew something wasn’t right," Serena Williams opens up about her relationship with her body
After footage of Serena Williams training surfaced, many fans remarked on the impressive physical transformation of the 43-year-old legend. Following a career spanning over 20 years, the American athlete admitted she has long struggled with her body, particularly after her first childbirth in 2017.
"I want other women to know they’re not alone. Your body is constantly speaking to you. Listen to it. Trust it. After giving birth, I knew something wasn’t right, but I had to fight to be believed. Not all women have that opportunity. I’ve spent my entire life learning about my body—on the court, during pregnancy, and in recovery. I had to fight to be heard, even when I knew something was wrong.
I want to help all women gain the tools and confidence they deserve. I want to dismantle the myth that women should just push through feeling tired or unwell and move on. I’ve been there. Even with everything I know about my body, there were times I didn’t feel right and couldn’t find answers.
We deserve better. I want to help normalize listening to your body. Ask yourself what something means, why it matters, how it affects your body. Whether it’s your doctor or a product label, don’t be afraid to ask questions. That’s how you stay in control.
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