Tara De Leon's Journey through Diet Culture and Motherhood to Empowered Wellness

Send us Fan MailCan we really escape the clutches of diet culture and find a healthier path to wellness? Join us on "Words of Wellness" as we welcome Tara De Leon, a trailblazing personal trainer and professor of health and fitness studies, who shares her inspiring journey from the pressures of diet culture to advocating a low-pressure, anti-diet approach. Tara’s transformative experience, sparked by an advanced sports fitness course, led her to a fulfilling career in personal training and a unique perspective on wellness. Throughout our conversation, we address the societal pressures and unrealistic expectations faced by women, especially post-childbirth, emphasizing the significance of self-care, empowerment, and setting realistic health goals.Together, we dive into the shared challenges within the health and wellness industry, touching on personal experiences with infertility and the societal pressures on mothers. Tara and I discuss our motivations behind starting podcasts and writing books to spread positive messages around health and strength, challenging the conventional notion that health must conform to a specific look. We underscore the importance of community and support systems, particularly for new mothers navigating postnatal fitness. This experience ultimately led Tara to writing her book "Hot Mess to Hot Mom: Transformational Tools for Thriving After Childbirth and Beyond" which addresses so many questions that new moms have during the early years and beyond. Listen in as this episode is packed with heartfelt stories and insightful discussions, reinforcing the importance of honoring one's body, patience, and the incredible journey of helping others lead healthier lives.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaraDeLeonGrab Tara's book here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/196149325X?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_K2119XRRF37W2NECMCF1&language=en_USCONNECT WITH SHELLY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithshellyj https://www.instagram.com/momswhoflourishFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShellyJefferis Join Shelly's email list, receive free newsletter! https://wellnesswithshelly.myflodesk.com/rpdbkqxa48A few of Shelly's favorite clean products:High quality, clean nutrition and beauty products: https://shellyjefferis.isagenixClean-crafted wine, free from chemicals & pesticides:https://scoutandcellar.com/?u=healthyhappyhoursJuJu Non-toxic candles & air fresheners:https://goodjujucandles.com/?ref=mrtgnyghCoupon code for 10% off: ShellyJefferisThank you for listening to the Words of Wellness podcast with Shelly Jefferis. I am honored and so grateful to have you here and it would mean the world to me if you could take a minute to follow, leave a 5-star review and share  the podcast with anyone you love and anyone you feel could benefit from the message.Thank you and God Bless! And remember to do something for yourself, for your wellness on this day! In Health, Shelly