In a culture obsessed with weight, there's a downside to being skinny

... be considered physically strong. On my small frame my bones protrude, this can make activities such as yoga and pilates painful. After each class the feeling of relaxation is gradually replaced with painful bruises. Skinny women commonly have poor ...

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