Jan 28, 2025
Does sweating make you cringe - or even stop you from exercising altogether? If the thought of sweat has you dodging workouts, you’re not alone. Today, we’re tackling the mindset blocks that might be holding you back from moving your body more consistently.
Society sends us confusing messages about sweat: If you’re not dripping, your workout doesn’t “count,” yet sweating can leave you feeling judged - especially in a larger body. But here’s the truth: Sweating is 100% natural. It’s your body’s way of regulating temperature and keeping you safe.
In this episode, we’ll reframe how you think and feel about sweating, bust through diet culture myths, and explore how you can move your body in ways that feel good—sweaty or not.
Let’s make movement something you enjoy, not dread!
Episode Highlights
-How to reframe your view of sweat and the meaning that you’re assigning to it in your brain
-Less sweaty ways to exercise (that you might not have considered before)
-Practical tips and strategies for dealing with sweat (and chafing too!)
Today’s Wellness Woo is Beneve
Read the full episode show notes here.
Resources for Your Intuitive Eating Journey
- Intuitive eating education on the blog
- Work with Katy
- Explore the self-paced mini-course Stepping Off The Dieting Rollercoaster
Connect with Katy Harvey
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