The Mental and Physical Toll of "Perfectionism" | Starting Strength Gyms Podcast #31
Ray Gillenwater talks with Shelley Wells about her experience with the burdens of perfectionism and how Starting Strength has helped her overcome struggles. \n\n02:32 Shelley's PRs \n04:17 Negative expectations for women\n05:49 Comparing ballet and lifting cultures\n08:29 Food culture around ballet\n13:45 Advice for other women\n14:30 Exercise as a form of punishment\n20:59 Burdens of perfectionism\n31:01 Physical changes experienced\n50:02 Desire to protect the brand