The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show
Going Beyond Physical Strength in Fitness | Nathalia Melo
Dec 12, 2023
Former bikini Olympia champion Nathalia Melo discusses topics such as body dysmorphia, weight loss struggles, and finding motivation. She shares her journey from Brazil to the Olympia stage, the challenges of nutrition and fitness, and the importance of resistance training for women's longevity. They also debunk fitness myths, emphasize self-care, and encourage recognizing personal strengths and weaknesses in fitness.
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Quick takeaways
- Cyclical fad dieting can have destructive impacts, leading to unhealthy habits and negative body image issues.
- Weight loss is not solely a physical pursuit; addressing the mental and emotional aspects is crucial for success.
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The Destructive Nature of Cyclical Fad Dieting
In this podcast episode, Natalia Mello, a former Miss Bikini Olympian, discusses the destructive nature of cyclical fad dieting. She shares her personal experience and highlights the negative impacts of extreme dieting, such as severe calorie restriction and intense exercise regimens. Mello emphasizes the importance of finding a sustainable and balanced approach to nutrition and fitness, rather than resorting to short-term fad diets that can lead to unhealthy habits and negative body image issues.
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