#298: Understanding Health Beyond Weight with Ashantis Jones

I’m joined by Ashantis Jones, Therapist, Mental Health Coach, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, and Group Fitness Instructor. We are talking about how ADHD, Autism, and anxiety influenced Ashantis’ relationship with her body. We’re also talking about why it’s so important to understand the social determinants of health when we have conversations about health and how we can change our relationship with movement, plus the difference between coaching and therapy.

Show notes: summerinnanen.com/298 In this episode, we talk about: - How she got into body liberation and the work she does, - The importance of talking about fitness in eating disorder recovery,

- How capitalism has impacted how we view fitness,

- How she encourages people to find joy in movement again after it has been tarnished,

- That there’s a reason that the social determinants of health is not being taught,

- Why we need such a variety of people practicing weight inclusive therapy and coaching,

- Plus so much more! Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/298   Get the free 10-Day Body Confidence Makeover with 10 steps to feel better in your body at summerinnanen.com/freebies If you're a professional who has clients or students that struggle with body image, get the Body Image Coaching Roadmap for professionals at summerinnanen.com/roadmap