S2 E15 | Weight-Inclusive Fitness: How Clarity Fitness Is Changing Gym Culture w/ Abbey Griffith

What does weight-inclusive fitness actually look like inside a gym?In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, we’re joined by our wonderful friend and colleague, Abbey Griffith, founder of Clarity Fitness — Georgia’s first eating disorder–informed, body-positive fitness studio.Abbey shares her journey from eating disorder recovery to entrepreneurship, and how she built a values-driven gym that prioritizes safety, inclusivity, and collaboration with dietitians.We discuss:What eating disorder–informed fitness really meansHow traditional gym culture can unintentionally harm clientsWhy trainers must stay in their lane when it comes to nutritionHow dietitians and fitness professionals can collaborate ethicallyThe challenges of building a body-positive business in a weight-loss–obsessed industrySetting boundaries with clients around food and weight talkLessons learned from opening a gym in 2020 (yes — right before COVID)For dietitians working in eating disorder recovery, private practice, or weight-inclusive care, this conversation offers practical insight into interdisciplinary collaboration and how to build referral relationships that truly support clients.If you’ve ever wondered how to partner well with fitness professionals — or what a safe gym space can look like for your clients — this episode will expand your perspective.**Join Danielle & Abbey for the Flavored with Intention: Mindful Eating & Movement Retreat. More info available here **Stay Connected 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpodBethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian & @dietitian.wealth.acceleratorDanielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop NowEnjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.About the Hosts:Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at [email protected]