Send a text message to the show!
In this episode of Breaking Body Biases, we dive into the harmful cycle of weight cycling and its impact on mental and physical health. We unpack why promoting cleanses and quick fixes is not only ineffective but also damaging to confidence and overall well-being. Learn how to break free from the "failure loop" and embrace a healthier, weight-neutral approach to fitness and wellness.
Key Takeaways:
- Weight Cycling’s Impact: The repeated cycle of losing and regaining weight takes a toll on both physical health (e.g., increased risk of chronic conditions) and mental health, contributing to feelings of failure and diminished self-esteem.
- The Failure Loop: This pattern traps individuals in a cycle of self-blame and low confidence, perpetuated by societal pressures and diet culture messaging.
- The Science Behind It: Quick fixes and cleanses often lead to short-term water weight loss, not sustainable health improvements, and can exacerbate the cycle of weight cycling.
- A Better Way Forward: Shifting focus to joyful movement, self-compassion, and sustainable habits supports long-term well-being without the harmful side effects of dieting and weight obsession.
References Mentioned:
- Studies on weight cycling and its health risks:
- Montani, J.P., Schutz, Y., & Dulloo, A.G. (2015). "Dieting and weight cycling as risk factors for cardiometabolic diseases." Obesity Reviews.
- Tomiyama, A.J. (2014). "Weight stigma is stressful. A review of evidence for the Cyclic Obesity/Weight-Based Stigma model." Appetite.
- Health at Every Size (HAES) principles: ASDAH Website
Call to Action:
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the failure loop or pressured by weight cycling narratives, this episode is for you. Tune in, and let’s work toward building a better relationship with our bodies and breaking free from harmful diet culture.
Learn more about the Body Image Upgrade
Join our Inclusive Movement Space
Popular Podcasts
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang
Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.