Navigating Toxic Fitness Advice (with Michael Ulloa, PT)

Exercise doesn't need to be a form of punishing your body.  It doesn't have to be about losing weight. Listen to this episode to learn about how being physical and moving our bodies can be joyful AND sustainable - all without following a 1200 calorie diet!Follow Michael on Instagram hereTopics covered:[0:16] Who is Michael Ulloa[2:13] How Michael starting personal training[6:13] Why Michael decided to take stop making fitness about weight loss[12:45] How our toxic fitness culture makes pursuing health even more difficult[15:40] The problem with before and after photo[17:54] Setting fitness goals that aren't about weight[20:40] The struggles men face with food and exercise[22:56] Male celebrities with disordered eating[27:27] The most toxic tips in the fitness industry today[30:19] How to enjoy working out[33:01] What kinds of exercise benefits health?Send an anonymous love note, or suggest a future episode!Support the showLEARN MORE🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free®📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!)📖 Check out my blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!)🏷️ Show me you're listening by tagging me on socials! @yatesnutrition