Who am I?
My name is Ioana Chira, the girl that keeps telling you to never give up on yourself. I am a Health and Fitness Coach and my mission is to empower you to be the fittest and happiest version of yourself. I started training consistenly in 2013, which resulted in me having 11 years of experience in this area.
I began sharing my fitness journey on social media about 8 years ago and posted about its ups and downs throughout the years. I represent the plus size community and show that fitness is for everybody.
My Work Throughout The Years
Fitness Events
I believe that fitness is for everybody and we all deserve to feel welcome in training spaces. That’s why I create fitness events where you can connect with likeminded people.
TEDx Speaker
I am using my story to motivate other people to show up and believe in themselves. I created fitness content for my plus size community and also fitness events to promote inclusivity.
Lipoedema Awareness
I am raising awareness of a condition called Lipoedema. I was diagnosed with it in 2018.
What is Lipoedema?
Lipoedema is a long-term condition where there’s an abnormal build-up of fat cells in the legs, thighs and buttocks, and sometimes in the arms. Lipoedema usually only affects women, although in rare cases it can also affect men.
As well as becoming larger, affected areas of the body may:
- feel soft, “doughy” and cold
- bruise easily
- ache or feel painful or tender
- have small broken veins under the skin
There’s been little research into lipoedema, so there’s some uncertainty about the best way to treat the condition.
I was diagnosed with Lipoedema myself in 2018. Ever since, I’ve been trying to reach people with the same condition, help them improve, and get along with it. This condition comes with a lot of self esteem issues and confidence problems.
