87. Building Body Trust: Redefining Fitness with Courtney McCarthy

In this episode Atheana welcomes Courtney McCarthy, a certified fitness instructor and confidence coach, who advocates for body positivity and neutrality in fitness. Courtney shares her unique journey from a government career to the fitness industry, sparked by a transformative Zumba class experience. She discusses the importance of building body trust through fitness and how societal norms and diet culture can erode this trust. Courtney offers practical advice on redefining success in fitness through qualitative measures, seeking out playful movement, and the value of diverse, community-based support. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity in exploring different types of movement and the need to challenge and change limiting beliefs about exercise. Connect with her by:Instagram Website ✨Do you need personalized and inclusive nutrition support? Book a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free 20 minute discovery call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with Atheana Brown today to get supported on healing your relationship with food + body.  ➡️ You can also join the monthly newsletter to keepyourself updated on the latest podcast episodes, freebies, workshops and food freedom tips. You can ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠join the community here!⁠