Breaking Body Biases

Feb 21 2025 106 ep. 29 mins 13
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an anti-diet and joyful movement podcast amplifying voices of fitness professionals, dietitians and health practitioners promoting HAES. Destroying diet culture one episode at a time.

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Reclaiming Exercise: How to Make Movement Feel Good Again - Ep 105

Feb 21 2025 14 mins  
Send a text message to the show! For so many of us, exercise has been tied to guilt, punishment, and toxic fitness messages. But what if movement could actually feel good—physically, mentally, and emotionally? In this episode of Breaking Body Biases, we’re diving into how you can reclaim exercise as an act of self-care, free from shame and pressure. We'll explore why so many pe

The 7 Lies the Fitness Industry Keeps Selling You - Ep 104

Feb 14 2025 18 mins  
Send a text message to the show! The fitness industry is full of misleading messages that keep people stuck in harmful cycles of guilt, shame, and unrealistic expectations. In this episode, we’re breaking down 7 common lies the fitness industry keeps selling you—from “no pain, no gain” to the myth of the “perfect” body. Tune in to learn how to ditch these toxic beliefs

Representation & Body Diversity in Fitness and Why it Matters - Ep 103

Feb 07 2025 27 mins  
Send a text message to the show! Representation in fitness isn’t just about visibility—it’s about access, inclusivity, and changing the harmful narratives that have long dominated the industry. In this episode, I discuss why seeing diverse body types, abilities, races, and genders in fitness spaces matters, how the lack of representation upholds harmful beauty and health stan

Who Controls Our Bodies? A Look at Oppression and Liberation - Ep 102

Jan 31 2025 19 mins  
Send a text message to the show! In this episode, we explore the striking parallels between historical civil rights movements and today's fight for trans and nonbinary rights. From the women’s suffrage movement to the civil rights era, the LGBTQ+ movement of the 1980s, and today's ongoing battle for bodily autonomy, each fight has centered around who gets to control bodies and wh

Why Weight Cycling and “Cleanse Culture” Are Harmful to Your Health - Ep 101

Jan 24 2025 16 mins  
Send a text message to the show! In this episode of Breaking Body Biases, we dive into the harmful cycle of weight cycling and its impact on mental and physical health. We unpack why promoting cleanses and quick fixes is not only ineffective but also damaging to confidence and overall well-being. Learn how to break free from the "failure loop" and embrace a healthier, weight-neutra

100th Episode 🥳 20 Lessons Learned interviewing experts with Christine DeFilippis

Jan 14 2025 43 mins  
Send a text message to the show! The 100th episode of Breaking Body Biases! The perfect time to reflect on some of the most impactful lessons we've learned together over these 100 episodes. These are lessons that have not only shaped this podcast but have also deeply influenced my personal journey in the fitness and wellness space. I’ve had the honor of speaking at various confer

Harnessing Anger into Action: Post Election Support - Ep 99

Nov 08 2024 32 mins  
Send a text message to the show! In this reflective episode, we dive into the power of channeling emotions into positive actions that can create meaningful change. Christine shares how she felt after the election results and how anger can be transformed into purpose, all with the goal of building a kinder, safer world for future generations. Resources Dr Jennnifer Lincoln offers a

No Tricks, Just Treats: Ditching Halloween Candy Guilt - Ep 98

Oct 31 2024 19 mins  
Send a text message to the show! In this Halloween episode of Breaking Body Biases, we explore why Halloween candy should be enjoyed without guilt, shame, or the need to “earn” it with extra exercise. This episode dives into the common messages around holiday treats that lead to unhealthy relationships with food, discusses the harm of concepts like the “Switch Witch,” and o

Breaking My Silence: Body Liberation, Politics, and Humanity

Oct 25 2024 53 mins  
Send a text message to the show! In this solo episode, BBB Host Christine DeFilippis dives into the intersection of body liberation and politics, exploring how policies and cultural rhetoric impact our bodies, rights, and lives. Christine shares her reasons for not talking about politics and why she felt the need to address the topic with the 2024 election. Tune In To Learn: Why bo

Navigating Big Events as an Introvert with Body Image Issues - Ep 96

Jul 25 2024 37 mins  
Send a text message to the show! In this weeks episode I'm sharing my incredible experience at the IDEA Fitness Conference—a dream come true for me. In this episode, I talk about my own feelings with imposter syndrome, the challenges of navigating toxic fitness culture, and the unique struggles of being an introvert with body image issues. I offer practical strategies for anyone