047 | Be Badass: Addressing Exercise Bullshit

In this last episode of the Be Badass challenge, I’m addressing exercise bullshit you may have heard on social media, from coaches or trainers, or from your friends, family, or neighbor down the street.

I tackle ten common exercise beliefs and misconceptions and break it down so that you know what’s what and can navigate what movement can and should look like in your life so that it’s most relevant to you.

A few quick examples of the things I cover include:

You can’t spot-reduce fat.
Lifting weights will not inherently make you bulky.
There’s no “best” form of exercise – variety will always be your friend.
Despite what influencers say, you don’t need supplements.

Enjoy a little extra ‘tude in this one, as some of these things really hit a nerve. At the end of the day, the goal for movement and exercise is to be physically active in a way that serves your mental and physical health, and there’s really no need to overcomplicate it. Move your body in a way that you enjoy and that you can keep doing in the long-term.

Next week, I’ll do a quick recap of the challenge and give you a heads up on what to expect on the podcast before Badass Is the New Skinny takes a summer break. Stay tuned!