Many people seem to hate Instagram for the way that it glamorizes a particular kind of lifestyle. The airbrushed bikini photos, sponsored appetite suppressants and rigorous exercise routines seem to be among the popular distastes for this platform.
However, I do think that Instagram is what you make it. You choose to follow whoever you want and easily have the power to press unfollow whenever you’re feeling fed up.
Instagram does have its benefits, and there are many accounts dedicated to body positivity and a general fostering of a healthy, positive lifestyle which is actually attainable.
Healthy Chef Steph
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Whilst Stephanie endorses her plant-based lifestyle and frequently posts her workouts, the captions of her content are predominantly focused on spreading positivity. As a trained dancer, she also organizes her own events called ‘Stay Sassy’, where you can sign up to attend a dance workshop that is all about empowerment.
Bryony Gordon
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As well as being an outspoken columnist for The Telegraph, Bryony is open about her struggles with mental health and isn’t shy in sharing her inspiring photos.
thisgirlaudra
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Describing herself as healthy lifestyle coach, this account is dedicated to debunking food and fitness myths.
drclaudiafelty
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Claudia refers to herself as a qualified ‘non-diet’ dietitian and helps to provide realistic nutrition advice.