Breaking Body Biases

Send a text message to the show! 🎧Listen to this week's episode with Charlotte Markey PhD; Professor of Psychology, Department Chair Health Sciences Rutgers University, NJ, and author of the Body Image Book for Girls and The Body Image Book for Boys. 🚨 We talk about her books and advice for parents that want to help kids foster a healthy body image. Charlotte Markey, Ph. D., is a world-lead...

Send a text message to the show! In this solo episode, "This Week In Diet Culture" where I share my thoughts on something going on in current events. This week I am talking about Ariana Grande's response to conversations around the way she looks. 🚨 We need to stop commenting on other peoples bodies FULL STOP    Check out  Ariana Grande Video New episodes every Tuesday (this week in...

Send a text message to the show! 🎧Listen to this week's episode with M.Ed. & Certified Life Coach Gretchen Gegg We talk about  👉🏻 Body Freedom 👉🏻 Mindset    👉🏻 State first goals and more Gretchen Gegg is a life coach and fitness educator with a passion for helping people find the freedom to live with joy!  She is known for her innovative class experiences and ability to take things...

Send a text message to the show! In this solo episode, I talk about the weight loss drug Ozempic. While I am not a physician, pharmacist, or expert when it comes to medications I understand the pressure to look smaller and lose weight. Recently a few bravolebs have admitted to taking the medication and it was celebrated by Andy Cohen.   I share my thoughts on casting Andy, bravolebs, and more on t...

Send a text message to the show! 🎧Listen to this week's episode with Body Image Coach, Summer Innanen  We talk about  👉🏻 Body Image 👉🏻 Self Care     👉🏻 Motherhood Summer Innanen is a professionally trained coach specializing in body image, self-worth and confidence. She helps people all over the world to stop living behind the numbers on their scales through her private and group coach...

Send a text message to the show! In this solo episode, I talk about my favorite musical SIX.  I share my thoughts on casting all bodies on Broadway Six the Musical Queen themed Dance Workout at Pop Fit Studio (in person or on zoom) New episodes every Tuesday (this week in diet culture) and Thursday (guest episodes) www. BreakingBodyBiases.com Instagram Learn more about the Body Image Upgrade Join...

Send a text message to the show! In this episode: Dr. Maria Luque, Fitness Expert, Professor, and Menopause Nerd. We talk about Body image during menopause  The role exercise/movement plays in the quality of life during menopause  How to create healthy habits without diet culture coming along     Dr. Maria Luque is a fitness expert, health science professor, education content developer, menopause...

Send a text message to the show! This week in diet culture: Gwyneth Paltrow and her "wellness routine" Gwyneth Paltrow recently shared an interview with her doctor talking about her wellness routine which includes eating nothing but bone broth. Check out this quick episode on this topic. New episodes every Tuesday (this week in diet culture) and Thursday (guest episodes) www. BreakingBod...

Send a text message to the show! In this episode, I interview RYT Liza Herman and she shares:  Her journey in Yoga from participant to teacher The importance of representation Ways she teaches to help create more inclusion Apparel for all bodies        Liza is a E- 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance based in Philadelphia. She completed her training at the Amma Center and Schoo...

Send a text message to the show! Were you missing episodes of the podcast? I took the last few weeks off in 2022 but had planned to release new episodes in 2023. But my plans got derailed. Listen to this week's episode to learn where we've been and the future of the show. Coming up on the show Maria Luque - Fitness trainer and menopause expert Dr Lisa Folden - Body image expert and physi...

Send a text message to the show! NEW SERIES in 2023: This week in Pop & Diet Culture, where I share my thoughts on things going on in pop culture and diet culture. This week I am sharing two subjects that have come up over the last few weeks: 👉🏻 Taylor Swifts new video: AntiHero - is it fatphobic? 👉🏻 Heroin chic - this trend is back?! Share your thoughts on our website Breaking Body Biases...

Send a text message to the show! In this episode: Jenna Waite, RD. We talk about  Her journey toward body acceptance How to feel comfortable in your own skin in a fatphobic world Why focusing on your weight is bad for your health  How to create healthy habits without diet culture coming along         Jenna has been a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist since 2007. She’s also a mother of 5 and host o...

Send a text message to the show! Disney's first plus-size protagonist is featured in the Dinsey short "Reflect".  What impact does this have on young people today?  Check out this solo episode with CHristine and share your thoughts on our social media. Reflect on Disney Plus Learn more about the Body Image Upgrade Check out our free webinar for our Weight Inclusive Instructor Traini...

Send a text message to the show! In this week's episode, we connect with Fit Pro, Health Coach and author of Diet Free Diva, Tracy Desjardins. We talk about all the different ways to create a path for yourself in fitness. We can all have different approaches and how Tracy found a healthier and happier path. We talk about her history with binge eating and body image in the fitness industry. Tr...

Send a text message to the show! Tired of feeling bad about your body? Tired of wasting precious time and money and never feeling good enough?   This week we explore the topic of Body Image and how you can create a better relationship with your body. How to: Stop hating your body Quit comparing yourself to others Connect with feeling comfortable in your own skin Truly believe your body is enough A...

Send a text message to the show! In this week's episode, we connect with Fitpro and board-certified health and wellness coach Tasha Edwards. Learn how Tasha got into the fitness industry and her experience with exclusive formats like yoga and pilates and how she brings more accessible and inclusive movement to clients. Tasha Edwards, MS, is a Chicago native with close to 20 years of experienc...

Send a text message to the show! When is it okay to compliment a person's body? Not criticizing or critiquing but actually paying someone a compliment and praising someone for their body. The answer is never. NEVER We don't talk about people's bodies, period. BUT WHY? This week we explore the reasons why giving someone a compliment centered around their body could be harmful to them...

Send a text message to the show! In this week's episode, we connect with Weight Neutral Fitness Coach, PRO TRAINER with CanFitPro, and Fitness Educator with Heart. Beth was a previous guest ( listen to episode 6 here)  We talk about  CanFitPro Conference 2022 Curiosity in fitness Compassion in fitness  CONNECT WITH Beth Website Beth on Instagram Beth on LinkedIn CONNECT WITH Breaking Body Bia...

Send a text message to the show! Why do you exercise? If exercise did not change your weight or how you looked in any way would you still do it? This week we explore why our reason for exercising is important and reasons for movement beyond aesthetic changes. Join us for a screening of Embrace at Pop Fit Studio on Friday 9/23 at 7pm. Join us in person or online for a fundraiser to support Smile Tr...

Send a text message to the show! In this week's episode, we connect with author, personal trainer & WIFA ambassador, Rachel Lavin. We talk about  Her book The Doughnut Diaries Body Image and Body Love Things we'd love to see differently in fitness Rachel Lavin is a Published author of The Doughnut Diaries, Certified Personal Trainer and a Certified Health Coach. She grew up in Northe...

Send a text message to the show! CanFitPro wrap up with Christine DeFilippis Upcoming events: Join us for a screening of Embrace at Pop Fit Studio on Friday 9/23 at 7pm. Join us in person or online for a fundraiser to support Smile Train on Friday 10/7. Learn more about the Body Image Upgrade Check out our free webinar for our Weight Inclusive Instructor Training . Christine is a Movement Motivato...

Send a text message to the show! This week we recap the entire 10 episode series for taking a weight neutral approach in group fitness in order to have a greater impact.  This is the 10th video in a series for fitness instructors for the ACE Group Fitness FB page. Assignment:  Learn more about the entire series and what's next here . Resources Join the ACE Facebook page to access the complete...

Send a text message to the show! This week we explore the BMI: what it is, where it came from and what could be used instead. We explore Body Autonomy and how we could better support our participants on their health & wellness journey.  This is the 8th video in a series for fitness instructors for the ACE Group Fitness FB page. Assignment:  Learn more about the origins of the BMI. Examine ways...

Send a text message to the show! This week we explore the spaces we create. How we can create spaces that are inviting and accessible for all bodies in order to reach the 50% and more of the population that is intimated by gyms and studios.  This is the 8th video in a series for fitness instructors for the ACE Group Fitness FB page. Assignment:  Walk into your studio or gym. What are some things t...

Send a text message to the show! This week we explore how we can better program our workouts in order to reach the 50% and more of the population that is intimated by gyms and studios.  This is the 7th video in a series for fitness instructors for the ACE Group Fitness FB page. Assignment:  How can you program your classes in order to create more success? Add your thoughts here . Resources Join th...