Why I left Gymshark, Staying True to Myself + Toxic Coaches

[@shauna4887]

I actually love her. I’m genuinely not joking she’s out here using SCIENCE to help people feel more at home in their bodies. My confidence has improved massively partly to her. I actually love her. Thank you.

[@loganbaker7784]

Same here! She’s the reason I was able to commit to recovering from my ED through science and fitness

[@noemi4x]

Same! I was in such in a bad head space during the first lockdown and she made me realized that I used to be a gimnast and that I used to love my body and I understood that food is not the enemy. It's all due to her if I went back to move my body and actually loving it!!

[@natachaoceane]

Shauna ♥️ I love you back and it makes me so, so happy reading that you feel more confident!! You deserve all the credit girl, and I just hope you're so happyyy and proud of yourself! 🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️

[@joniicang8592]

Same hereeeeee

[@Diana02400]

7:25 “my vision of what the fitness industry should be like: it should be science based [...]. It should take in elements of psychology, which is Also a science.” As a Psychology graduate student, thank you

[@adelarosa1307]

As a psychologist, I also loved that she said that!

[@Zizalaonfire]

Is there actually anyone, who says its not a science? I hoped this opinion was gone finally

[@kayleeb5234]

@@Zizalaonfire my high school offers psychology courses and you get a history credit for them not a science credit. So it being a science isn't totally accepted yet sadly

[@peep3616]

@@Zizalaonfire I know this is old AF but: as someone who went to school for biology / environmental science (ended up switching my major in the last year, rip), we are taught that psychology is not a science. Neuroscience and psychiatry are, though. Not exactly sure why, but I think it has to do with the fact that definitions and testing of theories is pretty shaky. IE, you can test the chemical release/reactions to certain stimuli (neuroscience), but how do you test a vague, unquantifiable thing such as “happiness” or “sadness”? Not saying whether I agree with that assessment or not, but that’s generally the kind of argument scientists use.

[@rebekahf7721]

Since you guys want to adopt - I am available.

[@natachaoceane]

hahaha 😂 we laughed so hard at this!

[@rebekahf7721]

@@natachaoceane So it's a maybe? :D

[@Reglage]

Can we be twins?! I mean, two for the price of one!

[@laurastadler5331]

Me tooo😉😉😉

[@margot3879]

@@Reglage triplets maybe????

[@BrittB2841]

Gymshark is becoming TOO social media let, they literally sign so many people with no knowlegde about fitness/nutrition or people who dont even workout. Its so frustrating to see because people who do work out and try to promote healthy thing dont get signed bc they are not ‘pretty’ or have a ‘big butt’

[@iluvbluify]

So true

[@mariar6514]

I've always thought Gymshark is just a clothing company and their ambassadors are regular people who are into fitness. It's the audience who, for whatever reason, perceive them as fitness experts 🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@0h0h0h0]

@@mariar6514 but then I guess since they have gotten that reputation/association, they could actually take some responsibility and do something about it..

[@CarolineSophie93]

@@mariar6514 couldn’t agree more!

[@ngndnd]

fr they be signing the most random and unexpected people

[@denise-3685]

Honestly, I really admire Natacha's principles. It must not be easy to reject companies that are offering you a lot of money to represent them. In a world of false fit influencers, Natacha is one of the few that remains true

[@Marta-zk1mg]

I honestly have so much respect for her ❤️❤️

[@practicewithilianna7157]

Yes!

[@mpdg11]

yeh. Ever since I found Natacha, she's the only fitness youtuber I follow and listen to now. And how I approach my nutrition and fitness goals has changed because of her.

[@thestanleytwins966]

Gymshark athletes like Anna Archer are very damaging for young girls. Promoting weight loss on healthy bodies, going against health for aesthetics. I’m glad you left. You know your stuff and the information spread by these so called ‘athletes’ is very irresponsible on their part. And you will fly higher to part with them. Go Natacha!!! Love you and you story from the beginning ❤️

[@AriaRoseAlchemy]

i agree

[@isabellafahey3923]

i agree, she blatantly promotes undereating and overexercising :(

[@sophiexcxc96]

as someone who deals with an eating disorder and anorexia i have followed her from when she has only a thousand followers and she triggered me a lot with her massive weight loss in three months and only showing the lowest calorie options/meals that she only makes and now people seeing her wanting to look like her are gonna take these tips even if she did it in a healthy way it’s not right

[@RDJ2]

And for men Gymshark offers nothing but roid boys with completely unattainable physiques. It's a horrible company.

[@ashleyavocado]

it's also interesting that if you go back to her older posts promoting 200 calorie meals, she (anna archer) edited the captions on all of them with a disclaimer... 3 DAYS AGO aka when this video was posted. so she knows she's guilty of being one of those people.

[@taweni7172]

Natcha is honestly one of the only fitness influencers who makes me feel good about myself and for that I will forever be grateful.

[@natachaoceane]

ahh Taweni, that makes me really happy to hear I always want you to feel comfortable and good about yourself!! All my love xx

[@taweni7172]

@@natachaoceane this means the world to me ❤

[@AnjuliMack]

Unfollow anyone that makes you feel less than amazing 🤩

[@adelarosa1307]

yesssssss!!!! She truly embodies what it means to be an "athlete"

[@anamarciana1]

I gotta say Natacha’s got a pretty amazing group of people following her! She’s not saying who she’s referring to, and basically none of the comments are gossipy about the Gymshark athletes that she’s talking about. There are a few who even say names, but most of you guys concentrated in the good stuff and just cheered her on and commented on the things that made you laugh or that you like. You guys are wonderful, just as she is!!

[@natachaoceane]

I’m so happy you said this, I genuinely couldn’t agree more. I have always felt something really kind and genuine in you all which is what allowed me to always be as honest as I ever wanted to be in my videos, is why I leave every single meet up feeling so proud of you guys and lucky that I get to say hi to you and why it was a no brainer when I had the chance to do those holidays with so many of you all a few years back. I’m always inspired by the goodness in everyone here, I don’t say that enough.

[@anamarciana1]

@@natachaoceane I really think is because of your values, at the end of the day you attract a certain type of people 😊 Let’s all rejoice haha, cheers!

[@ThymeofGhost]

And for the ones said I do feel that it’s important to bring awareness and not bashing them. Again there isn’t many but the ones that do are just warnings

[@darkoale3299]

You left Gymshark because you're a good person. Period.

[@DreamOfFireFlies]

Right! Gymshark is not a great company IMO

[@CarolineSophie93]

@@DreamOfFireFlies why?

[@kylieeeeep]

@@CarolineSophie93 ^im also curious

[@emmakilburg9221]

Findapath Me too, I personally haven’t heard too much about them positive or negative so I would be interested to hear your thoughts

[@justanotherpersonxo]

@@emmakilburg9221 same. What's the tea👀👀?

[@bananahead31]

I would die for a Natacha Ocean x Stephanie Buttermore collaboration. Two amazingly intelligent, science-focussed boss babe athletes in the same room! oh my god

[@dihydrogenmonoxide6231]

HECK YEAH

[@marionaamellarodriguez474]

yes pleeeeeeaaaaseeee

[@sherrybyw]

YES PLEASE!!!

[@losasakarosa9050]

OMG. Iconic.

[@kawtharbakhach5848]

Not Stephanie Buttermore.....

[@rusty852]

mario as a 1950s marketing man is all i need.

[@natachaoceane]

same tbh I've rewatched it a million times 😭😭😭😭

[@rusty852]

he just hits different

[@ratgirl669]

Sport science, dietetics, psychology...Natacha basically promotes everything health& fitness should have always been about. Glad she left all the pseudoscience behind and stood her ground.

[@bigjimslim]

You are a real one. Turning down a sponsorship because of what you think is right is super commendable. You should be proud.

[@natachaoceane]

thank you for the kindness 🥺 I guess I'm kinda proud but it feels more like my responsibility and my duty ☺️ thank you again for the support and for watching!

[@SophieMichelleASMR]

I love how you so strongly stand by your ethics and morals ❤️ also the fact you watch Tingting ASMR made my heart leap!

[@orladempster1194]

what i learnt from this; i need a podcast from them badly....

[@natachaoceane]

hahah a podcast would be so much fun, maybe one day when life is a little more settled 👀 all my love!

[@orladempster1194]

@@natachaoceane i can just imagine the chaos of a drunk podcast as well!! i love your hair in this video idk why it looks so different to me but lots of love :))

[@viola6926]

I'm adopted. I'm glad to hear that you two would like to adopt. Seem like most people, even those who struggle with pregnancy, most of the time resort to IVF or surrogacy while millions of children around the world are orphans. You two seem, self-assured, grounded and honest people who would be able to manage the challenges that may arise with adoption. Love your content as always!

[@cozycasasmr4510]

amen to the comment, I want to foster or adopt one day if I decide I want to parent a human

[@sofiahernandes5272]

love Gymshark and all but there is only one Natacha Oceane. no other KZbinr/fitness coach/influencer is so committed to science around health or cares for their fans like you do. One Natacha > a thousand fitfluencers. proud to be a stan!

[@dianabfit2894]

You are sooo right! Natasha is amazing!!

[@Marta-zk1mg]

Agreed!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@actuallypaulstanley]

Gymshark clothing is okay, but their 'athletes' are not to be followed for any advice; Natasha has shown she is honest and transparent for her followers

[@menayaa]

My heart fluttered when Natacha talked about her dream being the scholarship program and then even more when they both talked about adoption 🥰

[@sforsapir]

I think people who haven’t done grad school at a Masters/PhD level don’t understand what goes into research and peer reviewed studies and information backed by literature unfortunately so that’s why there’s so much anecdotal info out there. It’s just because they probably weren’t exposed to it and don’t know the magnitude of it so I personally appreciate and relate to your vision of fitness

[@ShanaLeigh]

I think it also cycles back to what you studied in school. I only have bachelors level, for example, but both of my degrees are extremely science based and I helped on some research studies for experience to see if it was something I was interested in. If my degrees hadn’t been so science based I don’t think I would have the understanding I do, but because they were it instilled different values in me when it comes to research and information.

[@natachaoceane]

I totally agree that we should be exposed to the scientific method in much more detail much, much earlier. I remember my biochemistry undergraduate programme didn't involve much direct analysis of literature and I'm lucky that I was publishing research outside of class so had to learn to be comfortable living amongst scientific journals and assessing their credibility early on. Otherwise I wouldn't have really learnt that until my PhD which is way too late if we want that way of thinking to be the norm. Thank you for watching!!

[@maloumasereel966]

@@natachaoceane What do you mean you were publishing? Sorry for being nosy, I’m just trying to find ways to be more prepared for a phd if I would ever get accepted :)

[@SF-op5ix]

@@maloumasereel966 I think she means she was getting her research published in science journals.

[@maloumasereel966]

@@SF-op5ix I’m just wondering how that’s possible when you’re not doing a doctorate yet 😯 Like, as a student, publishing.

[@ezmetics]

I honestly can't believe people like Natacha exist in this world... She's such an inspiring person and she seems so genuine with everything the does. I love her so much :)

[@alayamorning]

I wouldn't call what you have "guilt conscience." What I see is a moral compass and values-alignment (aka INTEGRITY.) So grateful for you in this space!

[@veronicabello-ogunu7607]

Preach 🙌🏾

[@valeriadelrio-rodriguez4953]

I still remember when Mario would basically never show up on camera or would be once in a blue moon and Natacha would say how he's super outgoing and hilarious. I found that hard to believe but i LOVE mario now lol. im so glad he's been so much more in the vids in contrast to how he was in the beginning. love you natacha

[@itsnatasha2918]

This shows that Natacha actually CARES about whoever is watching her content , she could get paid thousands of $ to promote some nonsense misleading information like others do , but she is way more mature than doing such a thing and that’s why i have her as my model and I’ll always do , I’m so proud of her ❤️❤️❤️

[@natachaoceane]

thank you so much Natasha, I really appreciate your support it really means a lot! All my love ❤️❤️❤️

[@itsnatasha2918]

Natacha Océane sending love back ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jodycameron-roy2544]

I met Natacha and Mario at the Sydney Gymshark meet up and they were the most genuinely lovely couple. Thank you for being so inspiring and staying true to your values.

[@laurenfelts5571]

Why is it every time I watch one of Natache’s videos, I feel like if we ever met in person we would be friends:)

[@sidharthkm5030]

Because she uses the phrase "hello friends"?

[@escandalu]

she seems very authentic i think :) i feel the same, she cares a lot a about her audience too!

[@Louderder]

Because you would! Had the chance to meet her and she’s just the funniest and most caring person 😛 the kind of person you want as a friend for sureee

[@loganbaker7784]

I feel the same. I appreciate how genuine she is🥺

[@shaydonvanderzeeuw3416]

Exactly my thoughts!!

[@klarissecruzado9628]

I love that a scientific take on the fitness industry is being spearheaded by someone like you! So many pseudo-science is leading the fitness industry nowadays and it really permanently damages lives. That's why I'm so grateful for your channel because it has inspired me and many others to continue getting fit and healthy without depriving our bodies of the nutrients it actually needs. Love you!!

[@lavendernightmares8793]

I love their vibe: "How do you wanna deal with these questions?" "I'd probably just avoid them" 🤣🤣🤣

[@natachaoceane]

he's so quick witted I literally can't keep up tbh 😭😭

[@JMM0102]

When Saffron Barker became a Gymshark athlete I gave up on Gymshark. Thank you for always staying true to you!

[@morguegal]

i’m so late but what’s wrong w saffron😭

[@JMM0102]

@@morguegal she has no knowledge of fitness and health. She has an incredibly unhealthy relationship with food and fitness. She also has terrible form when she shows herself working out. Basically, she’s just in it for the money in my opinion.

[@sigwell2494]

This woman is exactly what my daughters need as a role model. ❤️

[@natachaoceane]

you're so kind, I am not sure I deserve that but I hope to 🥺

[@tasheva777]

I would love to know more about "no embarrassment" mentality, because this thing reaaaally sometimes mess with progress because of the fear of failing and feeling embarrassed.

[@Heatherrobertsoncom]

Respect! 🙌💛

[@melon8870]

Heather Robertson 🥰🧡

[@christinevu5260]

Ayyy legends supporting legends!

[@ursulaj9620]

Hey Heather!

[@oiuee7teen160]

I legit love your vids😍😍

[@harshmitasidana2959]

Heyy i love you and ur workouts 💜💕

[@LaTripper]

Natasha is the influencer that helps me stomach fitness and health and eating by easing my personally toxic thought processes. Nearly every other influencer triggers the living hell out of my eating disorder and other dismorphic feelings

[@SashaCibrian]

Everything you said about gymshark and why you left is literally everything!!! I never thought you really aligned with other gymshark athletes, you’ve always been in your own lane. Happy that you stayed true to you!

[@muhlaynee]

This and the fact they have practically zero female execs. Can't support that type of brand.

[@SashaCibrian]

@@muhlaynee I’m sure that is probably something their working toward, I don’t think they are a bad brand and I think they have very cute stuff, I just think their athletes shouldn’t be promoting nutrition advice and diets when they aren’t qualified. I think natacha was the only athlete I would have actually taken advice from bc everything is science backed.

[@Lucinasardothien]

@@SashaCibrian True, they made Anna Archer, who barely eats and struggles to lift 5 lbs dumbbells, an athlete, she gives out incredibly dangerous information and you can see she probably has an ED, I'm glad Natacha didn't put up with GS doing that.

[@ottaviazwillenberg3168]

@@Lucinasardothien she def has a weird relationship with food and is in no place to give out information about anything-no qualifications

[@imanali295]

@@Lucinasardothien Saffron Barker being signed as an athlete shocked me the most, she seems to promote diet mentality to her young audience :/ not to mention that she really does not know much about fitness in general

[@Ana-kz1op]

I love that you stuck to your ethics. I liked the brand, but I honestly think that Gymshark is just fast fashion for workout clothes, so I don't feel comfortable buying from them when I don't really know the conditions their workers are in. Thank you for being honest and sharing this with us! 💛

[@katiewilliams7344]

I feel like we’re long lost friends, can’t even watch her without a massive grin

[@miriamschmalz4694]

I literally smile throughout every one of her videos!

[@violetsky1285]

That is the sweetest most relatable comment💫🌻

[@sophiawatt7021]

same, she’s amazing

[@katiewilliams7344]

@@miriamschmalz4694 :) she’s so warm and friendly!

[@katiewilliams7344]

@@violetsky1285 :))) I love the 💫🌻, wishing you a wonderful day x

[@tavimiller1444]

As a sport medicine professional I respect you SO MUCH for your decision. I LOVE that you are so intentional about the content you put out there. I teach college courses and I actually recommend you to my students when they ask me about IG fitness influencers. I've been following you for a while and I love your training philosophy and the scientific backing!!!! KEEP IT UP!!!! We need a change in the fitness realm and I am so happy that there are coaches like you out there. MUCH RESPECT!!!

[@sashaburns5554]

“i feel like there’s a lot of people having babies right now” mario:”it’s lockdown ya know”

[@natachaoceane]

😭😭😭😭

[@Yazzzledazzzle]

So true tho like every influencer is pregnant right now...

[@lindsaymiller1669]

Watching this while 6 months pregnant like 👀 😂

[@kamiifae]

Hmmm... Yup pregnant. Haha

[@caram6073]

@@Auts1985 what rumours

[@gracehan4308]

While she was speaking about the false representation of some gymshark athletes you could see the sadness in her eyes. Natacha‘s truly the realist KZbinr/Person on this platform!

[@nahilachowdhury1785]

I literally can't express how much you inspire me

[@natachaoceane]

ahh thank you Nahila!! All my love!! xxx

[@loganbaker7784]

Exactly🥺 she’s my biggest Inspiration

[@julianneveneri8289]

I really love how you seem so natural and yourself in your videos. You don’t seem fake or scripted I love how authentic you are truly

[@abrielle13]

It's so nice to live in a time where people can openly talk about sex without it being taboo or "weird". It's finally being treated like the natural experience it is.

[@carochan86]

That is one of my goals this year ironically.

[@madday9589]

Abrielle W its natural but it's also private. Talking about it to an extent is okay but in this time people go way too far, it can make people who are asexual or other people really uncomfortable

[@abrielle13]

@@madday9589 I wasn't talking about people who go way too far. And obviously you shouldn't do it if the people around you feel uncomfortable.

[@totally_a_spy]

@@madday9589 I mean something is always going to make someone uncomfortable. As long as it doesn't offend its fine. And everyone always has the option of skipping that section or exiting the vid

[@sarahbuckley7956]

I was gifted one of Natacha's programs for Christmas. I'm now over 2 weeks in and have honestly fallen back in love with exercise and with my body. Thank you so much Natacha, you're amazing ❤

[@alishatiller7824]

I was adopted when I was 16 months old and I plan to adopt when I’m older too! I love how passionate you are and positive about adoption! It means a lot 🥰

[@natachaoceane]

that's beautiful Alisha, I have no doubt you'll be an amazing parent! I have a lot to learn and to understand about it to be honest, but I am excited for it ☺️ all my love ♥️

[@vlucc.2980]

I struggled with my weight not because I was too heavy but because I was too thin. Lost my period for 8 solid months and it took the next year and half afterwards just to feel sound with my mind and body. Thank you for your kind heart and strong mind. Your physicality is awesome too. Wishing I found channels like this years ago. 💟💪🏼🙌🏻

[@taweni7172]

When you like before you've even watched the video

[@natachaoceane]

ahh thank you so much!! Hope you enjoy and hope you have a lovely week ahead (: xxx

[@charlie88841]

Always!!!

[@lindseysmith744]

I do this every time lol

[@Maderilae]

Natacha leaving Gymshark and being an ARMY just when I thought I couldn't love her more 🥰🥰🥰

[@rebeccabrown1643]

Honestly right now my biggest dream is to be around people again.

[@natachaoceane]

I hear you loud and clear Rebecca, keep going strong, it'll happen again ❤️❤️❤️

[@yemanemelen]

"I'm scared of time passing me by," ugh Natacha I totally feel that! Especially during lockdown, feeling like life is flying by without much to show for it has been haunting me a tad lately too...

[@theresaalbert3915]

I feel that as well and I am kind of glad to see it is not me going crazy but that there are other people with that problem, too. Hope you will be able to overcome this feeling :-) I try to structure my day a bit more and it has been really helpful so far :-)

[@yemanemelen]

@@theresaalbert3915 Definitely! Structure has been helping and at least for me, remembering that this isn't a ME problem, everyone in the same boat...

[@MaplesyrupCA]

Natacha is literally the most genuine influencer ever..I always stop what I'm doing and watch her videos

[@msmichydo]

Re: Gymshark, honestly well said. It's so infuriating in the fitness industry especially that we're being fed and sold this false pretence on nutrition. I've been in situations myself where trainers even at my local gym told me to eat 1,200 calories a day to lose weight (and I'm 5'9" for starters!), and then to shame me if I don't follow that guideline otherwise. There are so many damn factors, and it's nice to hear that you've been following the *science* from the get-go. This is why I love your content and values!

[@Alwaysttango]

Not eating is just ridiculous. Want to lose fat? Ok, small decifit, reeeeeally small like way less than 20% maintenance and be more ACTIVE. It's way better to be more active, do cardio, improve breathing and heart rate rather than not eating...Everyone feels better in a more efficient body and worse in a body empty of energy, basic biomechanics. I hate the way fitness/bodybuilding ignores this fact.

[@sltv3552]

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[@lyssamary5845]

I love how Natacha is transparent and sticks to who she is. A lot of influencers just take brand deals for the money, but she makes sure the company aligns with her values and beliefs. She is such a great example! :)

[@loganbaker7784]

Be this is exact why I love her

[@sheetalagarwal8906]

I love how genuine she is, she feels like a real person, not just someone you play on the internet

[@Si_mo_na]

Thank you, Natacha, for showing us that sport is not only about having slimmer waist, rounder bootie, thigh gap or whatever is pushed upon us at the moment. It's so refreshing to see a strong powerful female, who stands for health and strength. I'm 35 years old for f.. sake and I barely saw such example and I hope young girls will take it as a norm instead of on what I was grown on.

[@Tinyleslie]

Integrity is pretty important and knowing you actually have strong roots is rare. So, be really proud of who you are and know that you are truly inspiring the young

[@brittanypickering5229]

I’m so proud of you for leaving Gymshark for that reason xxx

[@loganbaker7784]

Same here. It actually brought a new perspective to me🤍 i trust Natacha bc she has ALWAYS been so genuine and she’s the reason I even gave Gymshark a go. Idk what my thoughts are now.

[@crissatn]

You’re like a big sister to me virtually on the internet, it’s really assuring to have someone like you really invested into giving us the best science-based advice and content. Thank you for your love for your friends & followers around. Been using your guides while coping with the changes in work life from covid! & as a Singaporean - I really look forward to welcoming you on our shores one day!! ❤️

[@laurenjones7505]

I never thought I could respect you more but after watching this and hearing your thoughts on gymsharks broadened scope on their ‘athletes’, my respect for you has grown tenfold. Thank you for always being so transparent and real with your audience. You’re incredible and will continue to have so much support xx

[@FridayNiteFruitcakes]

you’ll probably never see this... but in a world where we’re surrounded by BS products promoted by people with “hot” looks and zero merit, this hits home. I appreciate your honesty and integrity so much because it’s incredibly rare to find today. Thank you for being someone we can count on. ❤️

[@rhernandez916]

You’re passion for an honorable fitness industry is beautiful. There should be more people in fitness like you!

[@natachaoceane]

thank you! we'll get there, I'm working on it!! 🤗

[@erizt.8285]

Can’t believe GS let Natacha go in exchange for those “athletes.”

[@dietquokkacola]

I love how Natacha and Mario never fail to make me smile and laugh during a video. Honestly have to rewind a few times because some moments were way to good to only watch once.

[@bethanyhardy-elliott8598]

Natacha is a huge reason why I went into studying science. I owe a lot to her

[@natachaoceane]

Oh no way, that is so exciting and such a nice thing to say!! I really hope you love it so much Bethany 😍♥️

[@quadsandcarbs]

I really appreciate your honesty and opinion towards gymshark. I've noticed a few athletes that do promote unhealthy diet tactics, and I was even misled by them at some point. I've always come back to you for workouts and educational content, so thank you for being dedicated to truthfulness and research!

[@BrittB2841]

Can you name a few? Before anyone buys their stuff

[@ottaviazwillenberg3168]

@@BrittB2841 I think anna archer promotes healthy eating and exercising but takes it a bit too far

[@milk-yd6wv]

@@ottaviazwillenberg3168 what does she do? i watch her and can’t see what parts are unhealthy. she’s body goals for me

[@ottaviazwillenberg3168]

@@milk-yd6wv she encourages low-cal options instead of ‘real food’, ie getting low calorie yogurts with artificial sweeteners instead of just plain Greek yogurt. And she encourages way too much exercise. Her focus is on calories instead of how exercise makes her feel. Her whole life is based around losing weight. She’s also weirdly obsessed with showing off her abs every chance she gets

[@lauraschiepers2485]

@@ottaviazwillenberg3168 Yes! I love some of her recipes, but she's taking it a bit to far. It's borderline unhealthy 😅

[@ughlis]

i honestly connect to her so much. her realness and drive are incomparable. she's not only an amazingly genuine person but she truly looks out for her followers. I appreciate this SO much. keep being you Natacha, we love you.

[@lulusketches]

loved all this honesty! and V is also my fav 🤓

[@chloe9085]

Me too hahaha hence my profile picture 😅

[@natachaoceane]

hahah we watch entire music videos just looking at him, he's so effortless! 🙏 big hugs Laura 🥰

[@BeeBeeMacGee]

If you like Taehyung, you have to watch him rapping DDaeng at a recent concert. That boy needs to join the rap line in a new Cypher in the near future. Just saying.

[@sunnys9891]

OMG V is my favourite too

[@YvetteAguilarx]

I know who BTS is but i haven’t really heard or seen anything from them but those clips Natacha put in the video were enticing!!

[@NinaThomas]

I’m shocked you deal with imposter syndrome, but hearing that someone like you battles with it, makes me feel so much less alone.

[@piau1798]

Hey there, youre really not alone, I’m constantly battling it and trying to work on my self perception, and my best friend who is starting her phd at 24 (I’m always wtf look what you accomplished!!) this October is too. I have no idea if this helps you but I wanted to tell you to remember to be kind to your self 💕

[@ellenlofgren1523]

Maybe you already know this and just want a role model in your life, but it IS quite common for well educated women to battle imposter syndrome. And on a personal level of the women that are close to me in my life, I would say about three out of four have that, and in completely different carreer paths. I just want to say, you are definently not alone.

[@rebeccascoggin8604]

i love that you guys want to adopt. All of my siblings are adopted (4 sisters) from china and its so obvious that we were all meant to be sisters. My life wouldn't be anything without my girls!!

[@natachaoceane]

hey Rebecca, ahh that's such an amazing story thank you so much for sharing it and I'm so happy you've found each other 🙏🙏🙏 All my love to you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@greta4573]

Gosh, I felt it so much when you were like „why am I getting emotional“ because I was getting emotional myself when you were talking about how much damage the misleading content on the internet caused you when you were younger. I feel the same way and I‘m so unbelievably glad that you put your voice out there and try to make research available in an understandable way for people all around the world. You‘re seriously one of the only influencers that makes one feel hopeful, motivated and happy. So, thank you so much for that!

[@Alyssa-xj1fg]

I just have so much trust in you. Your heart is so pure and you radiate such a trustworthy energy. You are a well educated woman, you don’t want a quick buck at the cost of harming anyone in the slightest. I can always come to this channel knowing I am being offered pure honest and healthy content. Thank you for always being so transparent. Also I’m so proud to hear you’re working towards aiding those who don’t have good access to education, that is so incredible!

[@TurquoiseLove7]

"it should take in elements of psychology, which is also a science" YESSS GIRL THANK YOU! Lol, as a psych major with countless hours of research methods, statistics and programming who also wants to get a phd in the field, it made me so happy to hear you acknowledge it as a science as way too many people disregard that!

[@maloumasereel966]

Fellow psychology student 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@TurquoiseLove7]

@@maloumasereel966 yay

[@giafeinauer1073]

Natacha makes me feel so comfortable , it's like you can just speak to her about anything and she won't get irritated , literally one of my favorites ❤️

[@foodchannel9347]

The way Mario looks at Natacha when she’s talking is pure goals! So cute ❤️

[@itsnatasha2918]

Not that Natacha is an army and her bias is V , this girl is my lost soulmate I’m telling yall

[@jcpfmc]

omg same 😭

[@itsnatasha2918]

Joy Park yess gurrr 💜

[@aloybo4916]

Yahh same

[@melissazacharias3246]

THANK YOU FOR CARING ABOUT OUR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH. I so appreciate you and you being a person of integrity.

[@avamarie5609]

The whole speech on Gymshark stuff and your priorities in the fitness industry being a science-based field is EXACTLY why I absolutely love you (along with the fact that you're so funny and delightful in pretty much every way). Your dedication to being true to yourself and with your true priorities really comes through online and has kept me following, watching and now buying your programs! Love you and can't wait to see what else you bring to the world.

[@rhiannonclemons8224]

I admire Natacha's honesty so much. She's helped me so much throughout the process of recovering from my ED and slowly moving back into exercise and a healthy diet, in a balanced and safe way. (Also, I adore her accent)

[@zoepopov3161]

I love how honest and sensitive as a person Natacha is and at the same time strong as hell...love you so much. You were the reason for me to overcome my eating disorder. Not only that but I became better person and mum to my beautiful girls. Thank you

[@Oleeh-oleeh]

I really admire how you have such strong ethical principals and are so focused on science and have a really strong drive but still remain very in touch with your emotions and say and show that side of yourself without being ashamed. I find that very inspiring

[@marlene6428]

I love how Mario is so invested in the goss. You guys are awesome!

[@natachaoceane]

he's the best 🥇🙌

[@berrymelon6782]

The fact that you are so transparent about fitness keeps me coming back. A majority of fitness influencers rarely communicate the science behind being healthy and balanced, and you do. Some influencers refuse to follow the words they preach to us viewers..and its unsettling.. Your genuine nature is quite comforting. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to this channel.

[@ekaterinashapatkovskaya7019]

Why I quit Buzzfeed leveled up!😂 Edit: I respect this decision and understand and am behind the reasoning 100%❤

[@alyssaaugustine5300]

I absolutely love Natacha. She is so inspiring and genuine. I'm not sure what I would do if she was scared/embarrassed to start her YT channel. Also shoutout to mama Oceane for creating such a beautiful soul!

[@physicstutus9851]

The way mario looks at you when you talk I can’t deal 🥺🥰 love you guys 💕

[@natachaoceane]

he's the best, I'm so lucky to have so much support and to have someone who inspires me to keep learning too ☺️ all our love back!

[@physicstutus9851]

@@natachaoceane 😊💖 honestly your relationship is what I hope for ahaha 😭

[@tessa3260]

Also, with you leaving Gymshark, I hope this doesn't mean we won't be able to meet up anymore (after lockdown). I met you once, and it was one of the most memorable experiences. Hope to see you again ❤❤

[@maddydersch6594]

It’s so nice to hear you be open and honest about everything, especially Gymshark ♥️ i’m so glad you were the first fitness person I followed and learned from. Learning from you and learning from science you explain and spread and applying that to how I train has definitely set me up for success. I’m lucky to not have started my fitness “journey” thinking I have to eat barely anything or do some crazy stuff in the gym like a lot of people tend to believe in the beginning. Thank you for being the best role model, Natacha ♥️

[@natachaoceane]

ahh thank you Maddy! I'm also really happy you didn't go down that route - I'm literally so proud of you and can't wait for what you have in store!! All my love to you!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MadelineMetzger]

I didn’t think I could love her more but then she said she was ARMY 😭💜

[@kamiikaleidoscope8338]

I really feel like you’re talking right to us. It feels like a friendship!

[@natachaoceane]

you guys are the greatest ♥️

[@emmajones282]

You are honestly so refreshing. Loads of fitness influencers I take with a pinch of salt, but I find you so relatable and I really trust what you put on here. Thanks so much Natacha x

[@mollypodiak3752]

It was crazy hearing you talk about you talk about your insecurities. I look up to you a ton and seeing your accomplishments makes me feel like I’m not doing enough. You are already far ahead of so many people your age and even older. You’re doing amazing Natacha!

[@natachaoceane]

hey Molly! ah girl I think it's so natural. I really believe in the idea that comparison is the thief of joy and I'm really sorry that you've ever felt that way looking at me - there is so much that I still have to learn, struggle with, and don't follow through on like everyone else. I should make more of an effort to show more of that side of me because that's the reality of life, so thank you for saying. I hope you're proud of what you're working on for yourself ♥️

[@mollypodiak3752]

@@natachaoceane oh girl I did not mean to make you feel like I feel inferior because you’ve accomplished quite a lot! I am on my own journey to be be where I want to be! (Graduating college in 2 years and gonna be a us naval officer!) I get it that you don’t put everything behind the scenes on social media! Most people don’t. Love you and seeing your journey, both the highs and lows!

[@hannahpmedia]

"Being an entrepreneur is never letting a single problem ever be above you or beneath you." TRUER WORDS WERE NEVER SAID 👏

[@lydiatomlinson2712]

two seconds in and my heart is already smiling

[@natachaoceane]

💛🥰😘😘

[@franchescapepaj6611]

Natacha never fails to pull me out of a bad mood Definitely a huge role model when I feel myself losing site of my goals etc

[@yapling1]

It's simple, Natacha posts, I watch

[@natachaoceane]

I don't deserve you 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@dianak2452]

u both literally have a heart of gold♥️♥️ Ur answer with the scholarship and wanting to do smthing for others rather than smthing you want for yourself😩😭

[@lilysmith6222]

YES SCIENCE BASED HEALTH AND FITNESS INDUSTRY. honestly there’s so much misinformation and crap out there that could potentially seriously hurt people’s health. That’s why i appreciate your videos so much, they’re always backed up by science and really positive!

[@bilgealkan3872]

It’s was beautiful when you got all teared up while explaining something you’re fighting against. So sweet of you to have this massive conciseness against the pseudoscientist for the sake of the people you want to influence. This is why i’ll always support you and learn from your content🙏🏻 thanks for being so honest with us

[@isistoldson]

You’re honestly the most inspiring youtuber I’ve come across in general. Absolutely incredible in the fitness world! You make exercise feel and sound like a gift to our bodies and not just a means to get “skinny”. Thank you for that!!

[@Dreamxwalking]

I love how you tend to get emotional when talking about something you really care about - I do the same..!

[@natachaoceane]

literally anything where I feel passionately about it I can't keep that lump in my throat from forming! xxx

[@alyssabalko6746]

I love how you are so positive and educated on health and fitness. You are one of the only KZbinr I watch that I take health and fitness advice from and that I feel confident in because it’s led by valid research and science. Having a degree in the medical field I know how important it is to utilize science and research and I appreciate that you are so dedicated in what you do!

[@bunnyoutrageous]

Natacha makes me feel so good about my fitness journey! I love how open and honest she is, and how she comes at everything with as much science and reality as she can.