
When it comes to pregnancy shaming, Michelle Bridges has copped it more than most.
The Biggest Loser star is currently pregnant with her first child at the age of 45 – and during her pregnancy, she’s been criticised for everything from doing sit-ups to jumping into the ocean.
She recently chatted to The Motherish about her pregnancy diet, exercise regime, and how she copes with the haters.
She said her diet had barely changed since falling pregnant.
“I’m eating the same way, just a bit more. I haven’t had any cravings as such. The only thing that’s probably changed is that once I would have a salad with protein for lunch and now I tend to put together a sandwich or wrap,” she said.
But what has changed was the way she works out.
“The intensity and duration has changed. Also, there are some days where I just don’t train. I would suggest that’s more about my schedule than my feelings,” she said.
“I have trained all my life, so it’s not a body issue or a pressure to get back in shape. I'm not getting caught up in all that kind of pressure. I know that will come when the time is right. Right now my focus is not that. My focus is my child and my family," Bridges added.
Bridges said that over the years, she had learned not to compare herself to others.
“Comparisons are futile, boring and simply a toxic way to live. Yes, it’s wonderful to be inspired, but when you start comparing yourself to another and then beating yourself up about it, there are no winners in that game. Instead, you do what feels right, you give yourself a talking to when needed, you behave like an adult rather than having a tantrum, you take responsibility for your health but you also be kind to yourself," she said.