Katja, thank you so much for sharing this with us! What an amazing and inspiring story. We are so fortunate to have your presence here on the forum.

Thank you so much for all your kind replies. I'm blushing here, but also feeling pretty good.

Katja, I'm a powerlifter (or at least, I intend to get back to it now that I'm not pregnant ). My powerlifting team has more women than men. Stumptous is a go-to source for lots of us. It is awesome that you were featured. Way to tap into your strength. I wish more women would.

Great article. Thanks for sharing it with us, Katja. You've inspired me.

How fantastic and inspirational !!!!

It always makes me sad when I read about people who really didn't like themselves when they are younger......your story is so great because you did embrace yourself and along the way, the world, too.

CONGRATULATIONS !! ( It is also an honor for them to have you on ! )