Rebecca Stewart joined me for a conversation about movement, body image in the fitness professional space, and what it's like getting used to a changing body.

In this episode, I have an inspiring conversation with fitness coach Rebecca Stewart. Rebecca shares her journey with chronic illness, the struggle with a multitude of diagnoses, and navigating rapid weight gain in spite of maintaining an active lifestyle due to her profession. We discuss how the world of fitness and diet culture can lead to a disconnect with our bodies and spark a discussion about body neutrality as an alternative to body positivity. Rebecca gently shares her struggle with her health and subsequent mental health challenges, offering hope and resilience during the ‘middle moments’ of our lives. Much of our conversation centers around Rebecca’s ‘Chill Mobility’ method, which encourages small, simple movements to improve overall health, regardless of physical fitness level. Essentially, the episode underscores the importance of trusting our bodies and embracing change, regardless of where we are on our personal health journey.

In this episode of the Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK Podcast, Rebecca Stewart, a fitness expert, shares her journey, focusing on the importance of movement, fitness, and body neutrality. Acknowledging her struggles with disordered habits in fitness and eating, Rebecca emphasizes the shift she made towards health and taking care of her body. She discusses the importance of mobility in promoting a pain-free lifestyle and aging gracefully and encourages incorporating movement into daily activities, focusing on how the body feels over how it looks. Rebecca also discusses the importance of being adaptive and listening to what your body needs, promoting self-love and respect for your future health.

Lala sits down with friend and strength and mobility coach Rebecca Stewart to delve into a transformative journey through fitness and well-being. Rebecca opens up about her background in dance and swimming, the challenges of overcoming diet culture and body image issues common in the early 2000s, and how she shifted her focus towards feeling good rather than aesthetics. The discussion covers the pitfalls of traditional fitness messaging and the concept of body neutrality. Rebecca shares practical insights on adapting to chronic illness, incorporating small daily movements for significant well-being improvements, and adjusting social media feeds to avoid manufactured insecurities. Listeners are invited to learn from Rebecca's inspiring story that emphasizes authenticity, self-love, and holistic health.

We chatted with Rebecca Stewart, a personal trainer and mobility coach, about simple ways to integrate a workout routine into your life without feeling overwhelmed. Rebecca shared the importance of movement for both physical and mental health, emphasizing the benefits of incorporating strength training and cardiovascular exercise into your routine. She also provided valuable advice on navigating the overwhelming amount of fitness information available online, encouraging listeners to focus on reliable sources and practical, achievable steps.

Rebecca's non-judgmental and shame-free approach to fitness stands out, as she believes that even small amounts of movement can create meaningful improvements in overall well-being. She shared her philosophy of meeting clients where they are, whether through in-person or virtual coaching, and highlighted the flexibility of online training options for personalized fitness support. This conversation is filled with actionable tips and empowering insights for anyone looking to create a sustainable and enjoyable exercise routine.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive topics including weight loss, dieting, disordered eating and eating disorders.