Who hasn’t shied away from an activity for fear of not fitting into the group, the uniform or the kayak? Mélissa Bédard, Mélanie Couture and Guylaine Guay, three sensitive, authentic and funny friends, prove that nothing should stand in the way of our fun in Big Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Too (Toutoune journée). This entertaining series of 8 x 20-minute episodes will be available online in its entirety in the VÉRO.TV section of ICI TOU.TV EXTRA starting Tuesday, March 12.

Sadly, people of all ages and backgrounds shy away from having fun. For fear of being judged by others, for fear that the equipment isn’t suitable for their size, sometimes for fear of not succeeding… The gaze of others is too often a brake. Comic girls are no exception, but they make it their mission to bypass obstacles and launch themselves into the void!

In a social context where grossophobia is at the heart of many debates, and where the prejudice that fat people are inactive persists, these three friends, born in three different decades, try activities that seem to be reserved for the young and thin. On the menu: boxing, climbing, yoga, paddleboarding, waterslides, cheerleading, pole fitness and wakeboarding. A multitude of activities, proposed by their friend Christine Morency, which prove that they’re not afraid of a good laugh.

Immersed in the fun atmosphere of an activity, our three entertainers share their life experiences, their injuries and their pride. Like XXL Charlie’s Angels, they show that nothing is too difficult when you dare. Large-format cheerleaders who fall down and get back up laughing. It’s not about making thin people feel guilty or victimizing them, but about giving ourselves (and by the same token everyone else) the right to experience things that, a priori, aren’t always for us. Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine are sure to have something to say to everyone.

8 episodes, 8 activities

1 – Water slides
To hell with complexes, long live bathing suits! Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine experiment with water slides. Guylaine has to overcome a childhood trauma. The girls have the time of their lives.

2 – Cheerleading
Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine experiment with cheerleading. They discover solidarity and team spirit without prejudice. For Mélissa, it’s the realization of a great dream.

3 – Paddle boarding
Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine discover paddle boarding. Mélanie learns an unusual technique for getting back on her board effortlessly. The girls share the secrets of their balance.

4 – Boxing
Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine dive into the world of Kim Clavel. Guylaine loves energetic activities. Mélanie feels like a superhero and Mélissa has a funny cramp.

5 – Climbing
Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine try their hand at climbing. Guylaine isn’t too keen on heights, while Mélanie wants to push herself. Mélissa surprises us with her descent technique.

6 – Yoga
Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine take two yoga classes. While Guylaine feels at ease, Mélanie reinforces what she has learned. Mélissa doesn’t like the quiet and struggles to hide her giggles.

7 – Pole fitness
Who says big girls can’t be sexy? Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine talk sensuality and learn about pole fitness, an activity that’s harder than you might think.

8 – Wakeboarding
Mélissa, Mélanie and Guylaine try their hand at wakeboarding and other high-speed water sports. Standing up, sitting down, lying flat, each has her own technique.

Big Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Too is a caring, inspiring and no-holds-barred series to be discovered starting Tuesday March 12 in the VÉRO.TV section of ICI TOU.TV EXTRA.

Hosted by Mélissa Bédard, Mélanie Couture and Guylaine Guay
With the special collaboration of : Christine Morency
Concept: Mélanie Couture and Christine Morency
Stage direction: Anicée Ouellet
Narration: Mélanie Couture
Research: Andrée Giraldeau
Content Producer: Emmanuelle Plante
Producer: Ian Quenneville
Development Producer: Raphaël Martin
Executive Producers: Patricia Blais, Monique Lamoureux, Ian Quenneville
Production : Avanti-Toast