I’m a plus-size gym girl – I thought running was not for women like me but now I do ‘thick girl cardio’

A CURVY creator has shared her gym routine, which she calls “thick girl cardio.”

The fitness fanatic explained how she was hesitant to use the treadmill at first but now she swears by it.

TikTok user Isela Sanchez (@fitwithisela) demonstrated what an average exercise session looks like for her.

In her video, the avid gym-goer revealed that she begins her workout with stretches.

Before starting, she also advised her followers: “Make sure to drink your water.”

Isela then revealed that she “walks for two minutes” before breaking into a light jog at five miles per hour for one minute.

The influencer then elevated her pace to a “sprint at seven [miles per hour] for one minute.”

The TikToker recommended repeating this interval for a total of 20 minutes.

After completing her treadmill session, Isela called her “cardio thick girl edition” a “killer for sure.”

Despite her confidence, Isela revealed her original mindset when it came to exercising as a “thick girl.”

In the caption, she explained: “There was a point when I thought that running was not for thicker girls like me due to my knee issues and body weight.

“But I’ve found a way to incorporate running into my routine,” the TikTok user told her followers.

She also advised: “Just listen to your body, run at your pace. Also, make sure to wear the right shoes. Mine are from Nike, they are super light and comfy.”

Isela’s followers took to the comments section to share their thoughts on her workout suggestion.

“This is great!! My anxiety gets the best of me in the gym so you go off queen!!!” wrote one impressed viewer.

Another TikTok user said: “I love intervals! Great video, so proud of you.”

“The quads are quading,” commented a third person.