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April 25 is no ordinary day, embrace your curves and join us to celebrate Love Your Thighs Day! This special day championing body positivity was established to make us appreciate ourselves in all our unique glory, defying societal pressures and norms. When we think about body acceptance, it's interesting to know that Venus figurines, much revered historical artefacts, typically had generous thighs, representing fertility and strength. Today, we're bringing back that celebration and recognition, highlighting that beauty comes in all sizes and shapes, and yes, that definitely includes loving our thighs! Let's champion self-care, let's nurture and spread love for who we are today and every day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>19th Century Beauty Norms</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, curvier bodies including larger thighs, were considered feminine and desirable, symbolising health and wealth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Roaring Twenties Body Ideal</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the flapper era of the 1920s, a slender figure with smaller thighs was favoured as women sought more masculine silhouettes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Marilyn Monroe Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>The beauty ideal shifted again in the 1950s when curvy icons like Marilyn Monroe embraced their larger hips and thighs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of '90s Supermodels</div><div class='timeline-text'>Supermodels of the 1990s embodied a thin aesthetic that included slim thighs, influencing societal beauty standards.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Body Positivity Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The body positivity movement of the 2010s encouraged acceptance and love for all body types including embracing larger thighs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Love Your Thighs Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first official Love Your Thighs Day was celebrated to promote positivity, inclusivity and self-love regardless of thigh size.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dress your thighs with pride</h3><p class='facts-text'>Wear your favorite pair of shorts, skirt, or dress that celebrates and accentuates your thighs. You can even take it a step further by adding some body glitter or body paint for a fun and festive touch.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Try a new fitness class</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sign up for a dancing, kickboxing or yoga class that'll help you appreciate your thighs' strength and mobility. Celebrate your body's capabilities rather than focusing on misconceived imperfections.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Indulge in a self-care routine</h3><p class='facts-text'>Celebrate your thighs with a dedicated self-care routine. You could try dry brushing, giving yourself a thigh massage or applying a special lotion or oil to pamper your skin.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a body-positive pool party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a body-positive pool party. Encourage everyone to wear their favorite swimsuits and celebrate their bodies just as they are. Pool accessories can include floaters and beach balls in the shape of thighs!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a conversation about body positivity</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use Love Your Thighs Day as an opportunity to open up a discussion about body acceptance and self-love with your friends or family. You can share your own journey and listen to theirs, fostering a supportive environment for everyone.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promoting Body Positivity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Love Your Thighs Day is a day filled with positivity and self-love. It promotes body acceptance and counters societal pressures concerning physical appearance. It's a day to get comfortable in our own skin and embrace our individuality, regardless of shape or size.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Self-Care</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Love Your Thighs Day encourages us to pamper ourselves, advocating for a healthy and balanced connection between mind and body. Whether it's an indulgent self-care routine, a fun fitness class, or simply treating yourself to your favorite outfit - this day serves as a reminder to prioritize and nurture yourself.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Fosters Community and Conversation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>It's a day to host body-positive pool parties, open up discussions about self-acceptance, and share our own journeys towards loving our bodies. Love Your Thighs Day provides an outlet to voice our thoughts and fears - it's an opportunity to support and uplift each other, fostering a community bound by acceptance and understanding.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Your Thighs Are Among the Strongest Parts of Your Body</h3><p class='facts-content'>The muscles in your thighs are some of the most powerful and hardest working in your body. They're essential for standing, walking, running, jumping, and even sitting.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Thigh Thickness Isn't Just About Fat</h3><p class='facts-content'>Having thick thighs often means you have strong, healthy muscle mass, which is a good thing. It can result from engagement in sports or physical activities like cycling and weight lifting. Thickness is not necessarily a sign of excess fat or unhealthiness.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>People with Larger Thighs May Have Lower Risk of Heart Disease</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have shown that people with thighs measuring more than 60 cm (23.6 inches) in circumference might have a lower risk of heart disease and early death. This isn't about advocating for larger thighs but rather challenging the misconceptions about larger body sizes and health risks.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Every Pair of Thighs is Unique</h3><p class='facts-content'>No two pairs of thighs are the same. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and each is beautiful in its own right because it contributes to the uniqueness of each individual.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>You Can't Target Weight Loss in Your Thighs</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite what some might believe, you can't actually target weight loss to one specific area of your body, including your thighs. This fact reminds us to focus less on losing weight in certain areas and more on cultivating a body-positive mindset.</p></div></div>
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