The Anti-Diet Fitness Approach with CEO & Founder of Loyobo, Courtney McCarthy

About this episode

Courtney McCarthy discusses her anti-diet fitness approach and the importance of joyful movement and community support.

In this episode of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, hosts Gio and Jodi welcome fitness instructor and confidence coach, Courtney McCarthy, CEO and founder of Love Your Body Fitness (Loyobo). Courtney shares her personal fitness journey, how she created a supportive online community, and the importance of rewriting the rules around exercise and self-worth. They discuss the significance of finding joyful movement, challenging traditional fitness norms, and providing a more inclusive approach to health and wellness. Tune in to explore a transformative perspective on fitness that emphasizes sustainability and mental well-being. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:43 Meet Courtney McCarthy: Fitness Instructor and Confidence Coach 01:23 The Story Behind Loyobo 02:26 Courtney's Fitness Journey 05:19 Redefining Fitness and Health 14:25 Joyful Movement and Playful Exercise 21:52 Starting Small: The Power of Five Minutes 22:53 The Snowball Effect of Starting Small 23:39 Rewriting the Rules of Fitness 25:39 The Power of Community in Fitness 29:37 Body Positivity and Representation 31:56 Diet Culture and Health at Every Size 37:08 Embracing Imperfection and Curiosity 41:03 Joining the Community and…

People in this episode

Hosts: Gio Marin, Jodi Dolo

Guest: Courtney McCarthy

Topics covered

• anti-diet
• fitness approach
• joyful movement
• body positivity
• community support
• mental well-being

Keywords

• anti-diet
• fitness
• joyful movement
• body positivity
• community
• mental well-being
• exercise norms

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Love Your Body Fitness, Loyobo

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