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In this episode of Rebuild the Body, I address the major pressure many Catholics feel to conform to certain standards of modesty and appearance, leading to body dissatisfaction and anxiety about fitting in. While modesty is an important value within the Catholic faith, sometimes these pressures can create unrealistic expectations, making people feel like they don't measure up.
The episode offers solutions to this issue by promoting individuality and diversity within the framework of Catholic teachings. I encourage listeners to celebrate the uniqueness of their bodies and appearances as reflections of God's creativity and love. The episode also explores how Catholics can embrace their individuality while still respecting community norms and provides practical steps for creating a more supportive and inclusive environment.
Key Takeaways:
Pressure to Conform: Many Catholics experience pressure to look or dress a certain way to fit into perceived community standards of modesty. This can lead to feelings of anxiety and dissatisfaction with one's body.God Created Us in Diversity: Each person's unique body is a reflection of God's creativity and love. We don't need to fit into one mold to be loved by God or to live out our Catholic faith fully.Modesty vs. Individuality: While modesty is a core value in Catholicism, it doesn't mean that everyone has to look or dress the same. Modesty should be practiced in a way that aligns without personal relationship with God and allows for individuality.Create Supportive Communities: Catholic communities should be places where people feel accepted and celebrated for their diversity. We should encourage each other to see the beauty in all shapes, sizes, and appearances.Practical Steps:
Focus on Your Heart, Not Just Your Appearance: Modesty begins with the intention of your heart. If you're honoring God and respecting the body He's given you, you're on the right path.Support Diversity in Your Community: Affirm the differences you see in others and focus on the virtues they demonstrate rather than just their appearance.Fitness and Strength Are Gifts: Building a healthy, strong body is part of honoring the temple God has given you. There's no shame in working on your physical health when done with humility and respect for God's design.Foster Open Conversations: Encourage dialogue about how modesty and appearance are approached in your community. Open conversations can reduce the pressure to conform to unrealistic standards.Scripture Reference:
Psalm 139:14- "I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.This verse reminds us that each of us is created by God with purpose and beauty, reinforcing the idea that diversity in appearance is a reflection of God's wonderful design.
Actionable Challenge:
This week, take time to reflect on your relationship with your body and how it aligns with your faith. Are there ways you feel pressured to conform to certain standards that aren't serving you or your relationship with God? Consider talking to someone in your faith community about these feelings and explore how you can better celebrate the diversity of God's creation within your own life and church.
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In this episode of Rebuild the Body, I explore the delicate balance between faith and societal pressures when it comes to self-image. As Catholics, we believe we are called to honor our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit, but how can we do that while facing a world that constantly pushes idealized standards of beauty and fitness?
I dive into the Church's teachings on modesty, humility, and the intrinsic value of every human body. I'll also discuss the pressure society places on physical appearance and how these two perspectives can often conflict. Most importantly, we offer practical tips for aligning your self-image with your faith, focusing on health rather than perfection, and finding peace in your body just as it is.
Whether you're someone who feels overwhelmed by society's standards or just looking to deepen you faith-based fitness journey, this episode is for you.
Key Topics Covered:
Catholic teachings on the dignity and value of the bodyUnderstanding modesty and humility in the context of self-imageThe tension between societal ideals and faith-based principlesPractical strategies for balancing faith with physical fitness goalsHow to focus on health over appearanceThe importance of gratitude for your body and using social media mindfullyDeveloping a supportive faith-based communityTakeaways:
Your worth is not determined by societal standards but by your identity in Christ.Modesty and humility are virtues that help us see our bodies through the lens of faith.Focus on being a good steward of your body rather than striving for perfection.Surround yourself with a supportive community that shares your faith-based values.Resources Mentioned:
[1 Corinthians 6:19-20]- "Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit..."Prayer for seeing yourself through God's eyesTips for managing social media consumptionCall to Action:
If you enjoyed today's episode, don't forget to subscribe to Rebuild the Body podcast and leave a review! Follow me on social media on Instagram @thecatholicfitnesscoach for more faith-based fitness content, and share this episode with someone who might need a reminder of the God-given worth.
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In today's episode I dive deep into the struggles many Catholics face when it comes to body image. From societal pressures to internal guilt, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But there's hope! I explore how the powerful teachings of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body can help us see our bodies as gifts from God, rather than objects of scrutiny. Join me as I unpack practical ways to shift our mindset, heal our relationship with our bodies, and find freedom in knowing that we are made in God's image.
Key Takeaways:
The pressures Catholics feel around body image are intensified by societal standards and faith-based questions about modesty and self-worth.Theology of the Body teaches us that are bodies are sacred and created out of love and for love.Practical solutions include shifting focus from appearance to purpose, practicing gratitude, and recognizing cultural lies about body image.Resources:
Theology of the Body by St. John Paul IITheology of the Body for Beginners by Christopher West"Love and Responsibility" by Karol Wojtyla (St. John Paul II)Connect With Me:
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In this episode of Rebuild the Body, I dive into the world of neck compensations, specifically focusing on the modern-day issue of "text neck" and other common postural problems that may show up during the overhead squat assessment. Join me as I help you explore why these compensations occur, how they affect you'r movement patterns, and most importantly, how to fix them using the NASM 4 phases of corrective exercise.
Resources: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercises
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In this episode, I focus on the shoulders, specifically shoulder compensations and how to address them.
Whether you're a trainer, therapist or just someone passionate about movement this is a good one!
Source: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training
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The Lumbopelvic Hip Complex or LPHC is often referred to as the "core" in fitness circles, but it's so much more than just your abs.
Jump right in to learn more about the compensations and solutions that can help enhance your performance and decrease the risk of injury as you progress through your fitness journey.
Source: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training
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Today I am diving into a crucial topic that impacts many in the fitness world: knee compensations during the overhead squat assessment. Specifically, I explore how to identify these compensations and address them with NASM- focused four phases of corrective exercises.
Source: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training
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This episode is meant to address the four most common foot and ankle injuries: plantar fasciitis, achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, and ankle sprains.
This concludes our focus on the ankle and foot complex segment. Since the body is interconnected compensations or dysfunctions and lead to impairments in other parts of the body.
Hence the need for assessment and workout program to address these issues as you pursue and progress throughout your fitness journey.
Sources: NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training
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Shared some client wins today- one has lost 7 lbs just by learning to love the good, true, and beauty of her body; another was able to get off her blood pressure medicine; and another mentioned her osteoporosis situation is improving.
The way our body moves involves a complex balance of sensory stimulation, neuromuscular control, and biomechanical stability. This body is an all-closed chain of movement and it begins with the relationship between our foot and the ground.
Sources:
NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training, Edited by Rich Fahmy
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When I start working with a client for the first time, I take them through the assessement I learned through NASM. This is a thorough and well-done assessment to help identify compensations in the body that may show up in respective movements-- whether it be due to previous injuries, life style, chronic health, or other reasons.
An assessment may have a bad taste in your mouth as it does mine, but don't worry this is not one of those fitness tests you had to do in PE class in you school years, nor is it about finding out what is wrong with your body.
Rather, it's about finding you starting point and meeting you where you are at in your journey, thereby creating a workout program designed to overcome your compensations, avoid future injuries, and ultimately achieve your goals.
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As we read in Psalm 139:1-2, "O Lord you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar..."
We are body and soul composites- That is how God created us in His image and likeness. Every part of the body is an expressive instrument of the soul.
In this podcast I acknowledge the different postures of prayer mentioned in the Bible: standing, kneeling, bowing, sitting, prostration. The Church uses them all at different & appropriate times.
Which means our posture matters!
Not only does our posture matter for the purpose of prayer and worship, but it makes a differences in how we show up when we are active.
Catholic Body Image Coaching
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Traditional workouts and training focus on training specific body parts, often in single, fixed planes of motion-- i.e. bicep curls, leg extensions, etc. As a result our anatomy has been trained to function in isolated movements.
The problem with that approach is the human body is an integrated system, not a series of isolated pieces-- ergo, the focus of this episode and understanding the need to train the body from a functional, integrated approach.
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Shifting our focus from the Catholic mindset and approach to fitness to some of the practical application of fitness. As a NASM certified Corrective Exercise specialist I present the rationale for corrective exercises in light of some of the current lifestyle trends here in the U.S.
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This is a great topic and relatable to so many people- how to bounce back while recovering in the hospital and beyond. The 7 tips share can benefit anyone who is/has been hospitalized, along with the loved ones walking alongside those who are sick and/or injured. In some cases these tips may even a person who is walking side a loved on hospice.
Resources:
James 5:14
Luke 10:34
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In this episode I focus on the incarnational reality that exists in our world and is real. Our faith in this truth is necessary to better understand what it means to be human and why bringing Catholicism and fitness together matters.
Citations:
1 Corinthians 6:19
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Let's talk about setting our goals! We've set goals and resolutions for 2023 and have thoughts, feeling, and ideas about setting goals. I provide the Catholic connection with setting goals and tips for how to set goals and strategy to achieve them.
Sources:
John 5:1-9
Catholic Coaching podcast episode 28.
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Dive into the background and origin of Rebuild the Body and be exposed the ground level of rebuilding the body in pursuit of your fitness as we explore how it plays into our contribution in building up the Body of Christ.
