The term “fitspo” refers to “fitness inspiration” but is it really inspiring to see fitspos?   I delve into the question with Dr Ivanka Prichard, Associate Professor and health psychologist at Flinders University, South Australia. Ivanka ’s interests include the interaction between body image, exercise and eating behaviour. We discuss factors influencing body image and the ramifications of having a positive or negative body image.   Ivanka’s recent research examines the impact of different forms of #fitspiration imagery on body image and mood in young women. She shares her insights plus practical how to approach this tend as a critical consumer.   MY FREE GUIDE 5 Common Nutrition Myths Debunked: https://vibrantlivespodcast.com/free-guide/   IVANKA PRICHARD PhD   Ivanka’s researcher profile: https://www.flinders.edu.au/people/ivanka.prichard   Twitter handle: @IvankaPrichard   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE   Science Vs Podcast: https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/sciencevs   Appearance Matters: The Podcast!: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/research/centres-and-groups/appearance/resources   Embrace Kids documentary: https://bodyimagemovement.com/embrace/embrace-kids/ The cinema release is set for 1 September, 2022.   HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE PODCAST Please tell your friends about the podcast and share it with them. Follow me on Instagram @vibrant_lives_podcast Follow my Facebook page: @vibrantlivespodcast If you could rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, that would be super helpful. Check out ways you can support the podcast on my website: https://vibrantlivespodcast.com/be-involved/