Brain Over Binge: Overcoming Unwanted Eating with an Athletic Mindset
“Fitness is possible for everyone, and it’s just a matter of working with our body, listening to our body, and then finding a way where exercise and nutrition work for us.” – Sherry Shaban
In this episode of the Brain Over Binge podcast, host Kathryn Hansen engages in an insightful conversation with fitness expert Sherry Shaban. Sherry’s journey from a child athlete to a fitness coach and beyond includes overcoming significant physical and mental challenges.
They explore the powerful concept of an athlete’s mindset, which emphasises self-love and performance over perfection and appearance. Kathryn and Sherry delve into the relationship between diet culture, binge eating, and fitness, underscoring the importance of creating sustainable, enjoyable habits.
Sherry shares her personal experiences with binge eating and the negative impacts of diet culture. She discusses how she overcame these challenges by developing a healthier mindset, focusing on self-acceptance, and making gradual, positive changes. This episode is perfect for you if you want to learn the benefits of an intuitive and performance-oriented approach to fitness and nutrition!
Key Takeaways:
Why overcoming diet culture involves letting go of rigid food rules and embracing self-compassion.
How consistency is more important than intensity
Importance of focusing on performance and feeling good rather than just physical appearance.
How being curious and flexible about fitness and nutrition helps overcome obstacles and achieve health goals.
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