CW: In this show, we will be talking about body image topics that are potentially triggering.

We discuss disordered eating, body dysmorphic disorder, and mental health issues. We acknowledge that this content may be difficult and encourage you to care for your safety and well-being by talking to your healthcare professional if any of the issues in this show have affected you.

In this episode of Pilates Elephants, we have ‘inclusive movement’ proponent and Pilates expert Cat Webb joining us to talk about body-shaming trends and the effects of body-shaming both in the Pilates industry and in our everyday lives. We delve into a variety of strategies to support and empower ourselves and our clients with body positivity. And go deep into the nuances of body image and the effects that body-shaming can have when working in the fitness realm. We also share a few key insights into how to positively impact your clients’ Pilates experience.

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About Cat Webb:

Cat Webb is a Pilates master, community curator and founder/director of Good Times Pilates.

A proponent of 'Inclusive Movement', Cat paves a way for change in the world of modern wellness through her very own Good Times Pilates in Fitzroy. This project of community and chilled-out movement has allowed Cat to forge a welcoming, non-discriminatory following of diverse humans at the physical studio, through online classes, on social media and beyond.

This year, Cat launched Good Times Online: a digital iteration of Good Times Pilates for movement anytime, anywhere. Prompted by COVID but created for accessible, BS-free Pilates on command, the digital program features high-production, low-fuss classes led by Cat and her team of non-intimidating, ‘every human’ instructors.

How to connect with Cat Webb

Cat's Pilates Studio https://www.goodtimespilates.com.au/ (Good Times Pilates)

Cat on https://www.instagram.com/catwebb__/?hl=en (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/catty.webb (facebook)

About Raphael Bender:

Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.

Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.

How to Connect with Raphael:

Find Breathe Education onhttps://www.instagram.com/breathe.education/ ( Instagram),https://www.facebook.com/BreatheEducation ( Facebook),https://www.linkedin.com/company/breathe-education ( LinkedIn),https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLJEGo7eoFSQ6K7Zb7P5u6A ( Youtube), andhttps://twitter.com/BreatheEdu ( Twitter)

Find Raphael Bender on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/the_raphaelbender/?hl=en (@the_raphaelbender)

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Online resources:

Do ahttps://breathe-education.com/masterclasses/ ( Masterclass) with us

Read more about thehttps://breathe-education.com/diploma-of-clinical-pilates/ ( Diploma of Clinical Pilates)

Have Questions?

https://breathe-education.com/coachingcall (Book a time to talk with our team)

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