Eat the Rules with Summer Innanen

I’m joined by Amapoundcake - we are talking about some of the trends we’re seeing that are influencing body image and body liberation, including the proliferation of weight loss drugs and our culture’s fixation with looking younger. We also talk about the Body Image Coach Certification program and our experience with the new format. Support the show via Ko-Fi.com/summerinnanen and for $5 a month, you’ll get my mini-course “Conquering Negative Body Talk” Show notes: summerinnanen.com/304 In this episode, we talk about: - What the new format of our Body Image Coach Certification program looks like and what we love about it, - Why it seems that we’re at a moment of regression, - That body positivity was never going to eradicate weight stigma, - That messaging from the health community is full of anti-Blackness, ableism, and classism, - That the goalpost is always moving, - How this is going to shape the future generations, - Plus so much more!  Get the shownotes:  summerinnanen.com/304   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

I’m revisiting the body image series, talking about what body neutrality looks like in everyday life with some specific examples. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/303 In this episode, I talk about: - Two questions I ask to determine body neutrality, - How it’s really hard to be neutral about your body in a culture that has body hierarchies, - That body neutrality refers to your own perception of your body, - Why I like body neutrality as a starting point, - Ten specific examples of body neutrality, - That’s it’s about reducing the emotional charge of negative thoughts, not getting rid of them all, - Plus so much more!  Get the shownotes:  summerinnanen.com/303     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

I’m revisiting the Body Image Series, talking about how to know if you have a healthy body image and the number one tool I use with clients to assess this. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/302 In this episode, I talk about: - What it means to have a positive body image, - How self-worth is at the core of body image, - Why it’s important to be able to measure it, - Some of the signs and symptoms I look for in assessing body image, - How it shows up in different areas of our life, - Your free copy of my Body Image Benchmark Quiz,  - Plus so much more!  Get the shownotes:  summerinnanen.com/302         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

I’m revisiting the Body Image Series, talking all about body neutrality - what is is and isn’t, what it looks like in real life, the stages people go through to get there, and the key elements to getting body neutral. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/301 In this episode, I talk about: - How I like to reframe body neutrality as a way to get more joy out of life, - How it allows you to make decisions based on what’s best for you, instead of the best way to lose weight, - That everyone’s journey is different and that we have to meet ourselves where we’re at,  - That the core of this work is knowing who you are and your value outside of how you look, - The importance of challenging the beliefs you have and developing beliefs that support unconditional support and love for yourself, - How embodiment and body neutrality go together. - Plus so much more! Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/301

This is episode 300 and the 10 year anniversary of this podcast. To celebrate I’m reflecting on 5 of the key lessons I’ve learned about body image throughout the years of doing this podcast. It’s part cultural critique, part rant, and part love fest. And there is some optimism about the future. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/300 In this episode, we talk about: - How this podcast began, - How diet culture never actually changes, - That body standards are always changing and the target is always moving, - Why we have to opt out of the cultural standards, - That it takes so much courage to do this work and it’s not a quick fix, - The origin and evolution of the body positive movement, - Plus so much more! Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/300   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

I’m joined by Jessi Kneeland, a queer and non-binary body image coach, speaker, and author of the book BODY NEUTRAL: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues. We are talking about why body image struggles are not a thinking problem and how we need to understand our deeper needs to identify the source of our struggles. We also talk about the 4 body image avatars Jessi uses to help you identify the source of your struggles. Plus, Jessi’s experience with gender identity and expression and how that influenced their relationship with their body. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/299 In this episode, we talk about: - Their shift from personal training to body image coaching, - The impact of working in the fitness industry on their own body image, - How their body image work helped and supported them as they explored their gender identity, - Advice for someone experiencing gender dysphoria, - The issues and pressure with body positivity, - Why body image issues are vital on a subconscious level, - Plus so much more! Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/299   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

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

I’m joined by Dr. Asher Larmie, Transmasculine weight-inclusive GP and leading expert in weight stigma. Asher is breaking down everything you need to know about weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. We talk about what the research says about the long-term effects of these medications, their side effects, how much weight you might lose and then gain back on them, and what the health benefits/risks might be. Show notes: summerinnanen.com/297 In this episode, we talk about: - What GLP-1 medications are and how they work, - The dangers and unknowns of these drugs, - The parallels between these drugs and oxycontin, - What the studies show about long-term weight loss from these medications, - What happens when someone comes off the drug, - Advice for if a doctor is encouraging you to take these medications, - Plus so much more! Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/297   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

I’m sharing Laura’s story who was one of the incredible women who worked with me during the You, On Fire program. She talks about how she was consumed with body and food thoughts and had been on and off diets for nearly 3 decades. She shares how she learned to accept her body and how that’s unlocked so many great things in her life. You’ll find all the links mentioned in this podcast at summerinnanen.com/296.   You, On Fire is the online group coaching program that gives you a step-by-step way of building up self-worth beyond your jean size with personalized coaching from me and lifetime access to the program—so you can break out of the diet culture cage, get free from body shame and live your fiery, free, untamed life. Go here to get all the details and get on the waitlist: summerinnanen.com/youonfirewaitlist Get the shownotes: summerinnanen.com/296   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

This podcast explores how perimenopause affects sexuality and body image, discussing hormonal changes, decreased sexual desire, pelvic pain, and studies on the topic. It also touches on the brakes vs accelerator framework, seeking professional help for sexual discomfort, and embracing personal pleasure for overall well-being.