Rachel, a dedicated female personal trainer and body love educator, shares her profound journey through fitness and self-discovery. She discusses her lifelong struggles with weight, and body image. Rachel opens up about her experiences with body dysmorphia, her transition to focusing on mental fitness, and why she wrote her book, 'The Donut Diaries.' She passionately talks about freeing people from diet culture, understanding BMI limitations, and the importance of nourishing the body properly.


Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Rachel's Journey
02:04 Understanding Diet Culture
03:20 Early Struggles with Body Image
05:15 Entering the Fitness Industry
07:59 The Turning Point at 40
11:02 Building Self-Trust and Boundaries
16:20 Writing 'The Donut Diaries'
17:55 Challenging Body Image Norms
35:24 The Flaws of BMI
39:21 The Impact of Processed Foods on Our Bodies
39:41 Personal Experiences with Unhealthy Foods
40:04 The Deception of Diet and Food Industries
40:58 Understanding Body Signals and Health
42:19 Hormonal Issues and Medication
43:22 The Cycle of Medication and Supplements
45:02 The Lizzo Movement and Body Image
46:48 The Importance of Lifestyle Over Body Size
52:27 Personal Reflections on Health and Aging
56:59 Random Questions and Reflections
01:09:05 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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