Exposing My Fitness Journey | Body Image, Diet Culture & Birth Control

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She’s So Handsome

Summer Smith

8 episodes

4 days ago

She’s So Handsome is the podcast for women who embrace the messy, unfiltered side of life. Hosted by Summer, this show dives deep into the raw, real, and unapologetic conversations about womanhood, relationships, careers, and all the chaotic moments in between. We talk about everything from battling depression in your twenties to breaking off long-term relationships and the impossible standards women face. There will be laughter, tears, and more than a few "WTF" moments. New episodes drop every week. Join the conversation and celebrate the beautiful mess that is life.

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Exposing My Fitness Journey | Body Image, Diet Culture & Birth Control

She’s So Handsome

49 minutes 22 seconds

11 months ago

Exposing My Fitness Journey | Body Image, Diet Culture & Birth Control

(VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)

In this raw and deeply personal episode of She’s So Handsome, host Summer reflects on her fitness journey, offering listeners an honest account of the ups and downs that have shaped her relationship with health and wellness.

Summer opens up about her early experiences with body image issues, growing up as a target for bullies, and how these challenges led her to explore diet culture as a young teen. She recounts her struggles with extreme dieting during her wedding prep, including keto and carb restriction, which triggered an intense fear of food and yo-yo dieting.

The episode also delves into the pressures of being a fitness influencer. Summer discusses the constant comparisons, the pressure to appear perfect, and the moments she felt inauthentic while sharing content on TikTok. She explains how stepping back from content creation allowed her to reflect and find balance.

In addition, Summer addresses the impact of birth control, personal stressors, and rising cortisol levels, which led to body changes that reignited old triggers. Despite these challenges, she shares the lessons she’s learned about self-acceptance, the importance of balance, and why progress is never linear.

Trigger Warning: This episode covers sensitive topics including eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and dieting. If you or someone you know is struggling, visit ⁠nationaleatingdisorders.org⁠ for resources and support.

For those in immediate crisis, call 988 or text “NEDA” to 741741 to connect with a counselor.

Tune in to this heartfelt episode as Summer shares her story and encourages others to find peace and authenticity in their fitness journeys. Enjoy!

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