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What's going on #BoldFam,

Becky here from BoldBody. I wanted to take a minute to tell you what we're all about, and why we're creating a brand centered around loving your damn self.

Ok so, I'll get right into it. My team and I created BoldBody around the mission to live life out loud and in your own skin. We believe in empowerment through individuality. We believe in loving yourself. We believe in being a little (or a lotta) weird. All of our clothes are designed with these beliefs in mind and want our BoldFam to use them as blank canvas to express themselves. We are here to help you stand out from the status quo and #bebold.

At BoldBody, we aren’t afraid to push boundaries with our designs and prints and find that people crave fun designs and standing out. On top of that, we work hard to maintain price points that are affordable, while maintaining quality that we are proud to stand behind. I am a firm believer that feeling good and looking good shouldn’t have to break the bank. We set out to make quality athletic apparel affordable and accessible to a wide variety of people. We want everyone to feel included and able to live Boldly.

I’ve never been one to blend in. I am loud and simply put, I love people and finding what makes them happy. I love that BoldBody has the ability to make someone’s day simply by proving that life doesn’t have to be taken so seriously. There’s no better feeling of gratification than to see the smiles that our clothes put on peoples faces – be it strangers, friends or acquaintances. I am proud that we stand strongly behind our core beliefs and make each of our products with them in mind. Simply put, if the print doesn’t make us smile, it’s not going into our store.

I dare you to be different, I encourage you to get comfortable being uncomfortable, and fall in love with standing out. You are limited edition and that, my friends, is a beautiful thing. 

#BeBold; Love Your Body,

Becky 

Founder of BoldBody Apparel

All right boldbabes, here’s the truth: You are perfectly imperfect. Your life is wildly and poetically chaotic. You’re vibrant, unmistakably honest, and always on the move. You’re full of quirks, flaws, and everything in between.
OWN IT. Own it ALL.

Whether you like it or not, you get one shot to live your best lives, and that’s a whole lot easier when you own yourself—every last bit. But some days and in some moments that’s easier said than done.

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We all know that a well-balanced diet is crucial to our physical health and fitness, but did you know research shows that what we eat has a major effect on our moods, too? As in, there are actual foods that make you happier and calmer just by eating them.

Mood foods if you will.

If you’re feeling down or just kind of “blah,” grab a pen and start a grocery list. The following foods can boost your mood, reduce stress, and potentially fight depression--now that’s a reason to snack!

1. Green Tea

Not only can sipping a mug of green tea soothe your senses and warm you from the inside out, the ingredient L-theanine (an amino acid) actually helps fight anxiety, ward off stress, and encourage relaxation. Making it the perfect drink to start and end your day with!

2. Berries

Blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries not only taste delicious in every single form, they’re incredibly powerful mood-boosters. Their high Vitamin C content helps cope with cortisol levels (a stress hormone), and the naturally occurring flavonoids boost mood, improve memory, and reduce inflammation. Toss a handful on your morning granola, pack a few in your lunchbox, or blend some up in a post-workout smoothie—your taste buds and mood will thank you.

3. Dark Leafy Greens

Nearly half of all Americans aren’t getting enough magnesium—a mineral that does a lot for us—including reducing anxiety. Dark leafy greens like spinach and Swiss chard have tons of magnesium! Which means you can reach your daily vegetable count and boost your mood at the same time. Killing two birds with one stone? How bold, babe!

4. Oily Fish

Turns out your sushi addiction might be a good thing—as long as your munching on oily fish like salmon, tuna, herring, and mackerel. These fatty fish are full of omega-3 fatty acids, a mood-boosting nutrient that our bodies don’t naturally produce. Not to get all geeky, but omega-3s actually alter chemicals in our brains linked with mood, like dopamine and serotonin, making us calmer and happier humans. Anyone down for a sushi run?

5. Dark Chocolate

In case you needed another excuse to eat chocolate, here’s one: Eating it can produce near euphoric moods in some people, aka—it actually makes you happy. Science says so. Not that we needed science to prove what we already knew to be true. Researchers believe this mood-boosting effect is thanks to the antioxidants found in dark chocolate (try to stick to 70% or higher cocoa) which can reduce stress hormones and encourage happiness. 

A few of our go to choco brands: Taza Chocolate, Pascha Chocolate, Theo Chocolate

6. Avocados

Try saying the word “avocado” without a smile on your face, it’s nearly impossible. Turns out eating them has the same effect. Avocados are rich in folate (a B vitamin), which helps the body produce and regulate serotonin and dopamine—happy hormones! They’re also full of monounsaturated fatty acids which help keep your heart healthy and strong. By eating avocados regularly, you’re taking care of your heart, boosting your mood, and satisfying your taste buds. For an even greater mood-boosting effect, wear these while you eat them.

7. Pizza

Listen girl gang—sometimes you eat foods for the sheer pleasure of it—not because of health benefits. Pizza is one of those foods that induces happiness just at the thought of it. The flavor combination of warm melty cheese, rich creamy sauce, and golden buttery crust is all but guaranteed to boost your mood. Life is all about balance, and if a few slices here and there make you happy, go for it! And don’t you dare feel bad about it.

Here at Bold Body we’re all about living your best life, positive vibes, and finding happiness in the little things. Sometimes those little things are a handful of berries, a slice of avocado toast, or a square of rich dark chocolate. Whatever you’re snacking on today, be bold and enjoy.

1. Give back

2. Leap outside your comfort zone.

3. Find your fit.

4. Tamp out toxicity.

5. Connect.

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