Inspiring Quotes From Women’s Health Icons

by | Aug 9, 2023 | Cover Star

It’s Women’s Day! And to celebrate, we’re taking a look back at some of the amazing women who have graced the pages of WH magazine in 2023. From athletes breaking records to entrepreneurs shattering glass ceilings, these women are redefining what it means to be a woman in the 21st century. They’re strong, they’re courageous and they’re definitely not afraid to make waves.

Let’s take inspiration from these powerhouse women who are shaping the future of womanhood.

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“When your moment under the sun finally arrives, seize it with everything you have.”

“I think people generally fold under pressure because we look at the next person and think for instance, ‘they’re 32 and seem to have it all figured out’. And you look at your own life and think you’re failing. What we don’t realise is that we all have our own stories and journeys – and that opportunities come to us in different ways. Just because you haven’t had your chance, doesn’t make you a failure. When your moment under the sun finally arrives, seize it with everything you have.”

Connie Ferguson, actress and producer. Jul/Aug Women’s Health cover star. 

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“Any challenge is a temporary obstacle.”

“How I’ve overcome any challenge [is] knowing that it is just a temporary challenge, a temporary obstacle for myself to get over and using that as strength to learn from it and become stronger from whatever I’m currently facing.”

Janine van Wyk, a South African soccer player. Featured in Women’s Health Jul/Aug issue.

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“I live in the moment…”

“When it comes to prioritising my mental health, I just don’t overwhelm myself. I live in the moment, I’m happy to be blessed like that.”

Bongiwe Msomi, South African netball captain

“Sprinkling joy has been life-changing.”

“Blocking out time and sprinkling joy, whatever that means to you, has been life-changing for me.”

Stacey King, founder of MySoulSistas

READ MORE: 5 South African Athletes On What Pushes Them Forward

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“I see every single difficult thing as an opportunity to grow…”

“I’ve tried to reframe so that I see every single difficult thing as an opportunity to grow, no matter what it is.”

Angelique Daubermann, weight loss coach and health influencer @The_Lean_Girl. Mar/Apr Women’s Health cover star. 

“You need to know what you can do so that you can keep maximising on it.”

“If you’re going to try to compare yourself to other players, it really plays a big part on your mental health. You need to know what you can do so that you can keep maximising on it.”

Khanyisa Chawane, South African netball player. Featured in Women’s Health May/Jun issue.

“As long as it’s the right thing, then nothing else matters.”

“I only focus on what I need to focus on. I just build a wall and try to avoid [negativity] by all means and focus on what I want. As long as it’s the right thing, then nothing else matters.”

Simangele ‘Smash’ Hadebe, South African boxer.

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“Fitness is a mind game.”

“Fitness is a mind game. Your body can withstand almost anything; it’s your mind you have to convince.”

Zamaswazi, fitness influencer.

READ MORE: 4 Proudly South African Apps For Mental Health Support

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“Setbacks are part of the journey and therein lies a beautiful lesson.”

“Setbacks are part of the journey and therein lies a beautiful lesson. I stay on my path regardless.”

Kim Engelbrecht, actress. Jan/Feb Women’s Health cover star. 

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“Focus on your daily habits.”

“Focus on your daily habits. Knowing what time you’re waking up, going to gym, having your meals and delegating tasks throughout the day is important.”

Michaela Mallett, weight loss coach @betterwithbalance.

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“I proved to myself and everyone around me how strong I am.”

“I have been given a fresh start and I now know that I can do and be whatever I want to be because I proved to myself and everyone around me how strong I am.”

Amber Denae Wright, breast cancer survivor.

Women's Day Quotes from Women's Health Icons

“I believe my journey has been shaped by my passion”

“I believe that success is a result of what you put into the task at hand which is why I believe my journey has been shaped by my passion and unwavering work ethic.”

Robyn Moodaly – South African Football Player.

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