How I Shed My Fit Chick Label, Gave Up Perfection and Left Bodybuilding for Good
Episode 104: In this podcast episode, I replay an interview with Alexa Schirm of Simple Roots Wellness Radio where I'm the one in the hot seat! I don't do this on my own show very often, but I knew this interview was GREAT and would appeal to you.We dive deep into my background and story, how I recovered from my body image obsession, how to overcome the fear of letting go, how to understand health is not a number, and so much more. I hope you enjoy this episode, and please let me know if you'd like more like this in the future!Show notes:
An update on how I've been transitioning to my new life in Thailand
One of my new favourite blog posts Suffer from Orthorexia? 3 Reasons to Eat Out Every Meal
Why I was obsessed with making my body smaller and smaller as a young adult
The first time I was introduced to the concept of using food and weight as a coping mechanism
The period of my life I went from being an ethical vegetarian, to a weight-loss obsessed vegan, to an exercise addict, to a party-hard drinker and finally a bodybuilder
The irony of being interested in nutrition, but yet having such a disordered relationship with food
How I realized I didn't have to prove my worth anymore
The moment in my life that changed my perspective on perfection and the fitness industry
The questions I asked myself that helped me realize I was on the wrong path
The first thing I did when I was beginning ED recovery
A few amazing tips you can do now to kickstart your recovery journey
Why I decided to abandon the name "moonfitness" a few years ago
How I help people move past their body image and food struggles
How my cellulite saved my life (read article here)
Why you need to accept your body as if it's permanent and will never change
Scripture, Food and Healing, found HERE
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