Why Your Excuses About Exercise Aren't Really About Exercise & How To Overcome Them with Katy Bowman & Diana Hill

Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist and expert in acceptance and commitment therapy, and Katy Bowman, a biomechanist and founder of Nutritious Movement, discuss the psychology of movement and common objections to physical activity. They explore the definition of movement, its joy, and healing body image. They also address the 44 common objections, including overcoming time constraints, finding joy in movement, psychological flexibility, and self-compassion in making healthier choices in their new book.

Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(14:00) Finding Joy in Movement
(23:00) Living Out Values Through Movement
(33:00) Shaping Movement and Building Connections
(36:00) Understanding and Challenging Body Image Ideals
(42:00) Reclaiming Body Confidence Through Self-Compassion
(55:00) Overcoming Resistance Through Movement Mastery
(1:09:00) The “After Party” with Dr. Stephanie

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep419

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