MyoMinds Podcast

Disclaimer – In this episode, we discuss eating disorders, treatment, and recovery.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Mallary Tenore Tarpley, an assistant professor of practice at The University of Texas at Austin's School of Journalism and Media and McCombs School of Business, where she teaches writing and reporting to undergraduate and graduate students.Mallary specialises in topics including longform feature writing, creative nonfiction, solutions journalism, and nonprofit journalism. A longtime journalist, her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, Teen Vogue, and many more. She also writes a popular weekly newsletter, Write at the Edge, where she shares writing tips and best practices.Her debut nonfiction book, SLIP: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery (Simon & Schuster's Simon Element), blends immersive reporting, social history, and emerging science with Mallary’s own experience, tracing her journey from a childhood with anorexia to her present-day life as a mother in recovery. While working on the book, she received support from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to aid her reporting and writing.Listen to the episode to hear us discuss:Mallary’s personal experiences with anorexia, treatment, and recovery.The concept of “the middle place” in eating disorder recovery, and why it’s often overlooked.Her process of writing SLIP and how the book is structured.You can find Mallary here:Website: https://www.mallarytenoretarpley.com/ Weekly Newsletter: https://mallary.substack.com/Instagram: @mallarytenoretarpley LinkedIn: Mallary Tenore TarpleyGet your copy of the book here: https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/Slip/Mallary-Tenore-Tarpley/9781668035016 Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer – In this episode, we discuss eating disorders, body image, and recovery experiences.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Eric Pothen (he/him), a certified eating disorder recovery coach and advocate who serves on the Community Engagement Committee for the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) and the Peer Council for the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA).After struggling with an eating disorder for several years, Eric now uses his lived experience to raise awareness and support others on their recovery journeys, particularly around eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image, with a special focus on men.He is the founder of the apparel company Embrace Wear and host of the podcast Embracing You, both dedicated to helping others embrace themselves and discover beauty and self-worth from within.This fall, Eric will begin pursuing a degree in Counselling at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, with the goal of becoming an eating disorder therapist, specialising in working with men and the LGBTQ+ community.Listen to the episode to hear us discuss:Eric’s lived experience of anorexia and his journey through recovery.The ways his sexual identity intersected with his eating disorder.How his recovery path differed from conventional approaches—and the benefits and challenges of doing things differently.Where Eric is now in his recovery, and what embracing himself means today.You can find Eric here:Website: https://www.ericpothen.com/Instagram: @ericpothenPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about psychosis and related mental health concerns.This episode is the sixth of the MyoMinds Stories series (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it, and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!In this episode, George is joined by James Lindsay. Like many of us, James Lindsay is no stranger to stress and anxiety. But in his case, leaving those struggles untreated led to a psychotic episode that hospitalised him for the better part of a month. With the help of medication and therapy, he has now overcome this dark period and is currently living a much happier life.But his story doesn't end there. Now, he wants to help others avoid the same fate by sharing his experience through his book 'Befriending My Brain: A Psychosis Story', which includes the red flags he recognises in hindsight and the path he charted to recovery. No matter where you are on your own journey, James' story will resonate and remind you, as he puts it, that "recovery is always possible, and hope is never far away."If you'd like to get a copy of James' book, follow this link:  https://amzn.eu/d/0o8N137Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer – In this episode, I discuss disordered eating, body image, and exercise issues.In this special MyoMinds Podcast episode for Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW), I explore this year’s theme: "Anyone can be affected by an eating disorder." During the podcast, I reflect on my own story and how it led to the development of MyoMinds and my current research.I also discuss my research findings on men’s access to care for eating, exercise, and body image psychopathology, highlighting potential areas where eating disorder stereotypes have influenced healthcare.I hope you enjoy!Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer – In this episode, we discuss disordered eating, and mental health struggles.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Anne, a Registered Nutritional Therapist, lecturer, and supervisor. She has been practising for more than ten years and exclusively works in the field of disordered eating. Anne suffered with anorexia in her teens and now draws from her lived experience to blend her knowledge of nutrition with her CBT skills. She works with people all over Europe to help them achieve food freedom. She is also invested in helping other practitioners work with disordered eaters as she recognises that general nutritional advice can be extremely damaging to disordered eaters.Listen to the episode to hear us discuss:What led Anne to specialize in eating disorders and why she chose this field.The dogmatic thinking within the nutrition industry and why it’s a problem.How to determine whether nutrition advice is something to follow or something to ignore.Devil’s advocate: I worry the nutrition industry is like any other money-driven system—if leaning into dogma and making people feel bad about themselves increases sales, then it’ll happen. Is there any point in us talking about it, if it probably won’t change the company’s minds?You can find Anne here:Instagram: @theeatingdisordernutritionistWebpage: https://www.theeatingdisordernutritionist.co.uk/ Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered eating, exercise, and body image concerns.This episode is the fifth episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!In this episode, George is joined by Ethan Feinstein. Ethan has lived experience with an eating disorder and is proud to continue to share his experiences and journey in navigating recovery from his eating disorder. He hopes that he can raise awareness and emphasize that eating disorders do not discriminate against sex, age, or background. Ethan resides in Brooklyn, NY, and works in the beauty industry. Ethan shares his story with his experience of an eating disorder, the trials of recovery, and the difficulties of often being the only male person in eating disorder services. If you'd like to learn more about Ethan, you can follow the links below!NEDA:"Identified Recovery""Holiday Hang Up""Barrier Into Treatment"USA TODAY, 6/1/23PROJECT HEAL:"His Name was ED"KATIE COURIC MEDIAPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image, including a lot of tracking behaviours.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George is talking with Craig Lee. Craig is a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in private practice, specialising in eating disorders and body image issues. He has 18 years’ of experience working across behaviour change and mental health services in the NHS, private healthcare, and charity sectors.Having recovered from an eating disorder and body dysmorphia himself, Craig is committed to delivering compassionate, effective, individualised treatment. His approach is underpinned by seeing recovery as being about so much more than just symptom reduction, with a focus in helping his clients to live a life of meaning and purpose. Craig and George spoke all about Orthorexia, and how the fitness community unnecessarily focuses on 'optimisation'. We also share a love for the philosopher Viktor Frankl so we nerd out about him and the importance of 'meaning'. Devil's Advocate Question: For those who want to optimise their fitness and health goals, blood glucose and diet monitoring sounds like the right option. Don’t you think you are just demonising something that is helping people become their ‘best self’? If you want to hear more from Craig, you can follow him on Instagram: @craigleetherapyYou can also check out his website: https://www.craigleetherapy.co.uk/Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image. Also, there are mentions of body weight, BMI, and diet and exercise practices throughout.Welcome to another episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!Our guest for this episode is Nikias Tomasiello. Nikias is an online fitness coach and certified nutritionist helping people transform their mindset, lifestyle, and physique with evidence-based training and sustainable, habit-focused nutrition. Having overcome a restrictive eating disorder and an obsessive relationship with food and exercise, he promotes a holistic approach to include fitness within your life without letting it take over.Nikias and George spoke about their shared and differing experiences and went into great detail about Nikias's journey. We hope you enjoy the episode!Follow Nikias on Instagram @nikias_fittotransformYou can check out his website and podcast below:Website: http://www.fittotransformtraining.com/The Fit to Transform Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transformPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered eating, exercise, and body image concerns.This episode is the third episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!Our guest for this episode is Dr Marianne Miller. Dr. Marianne has been in the mental health field for 27 years and has specialized in eating disorders for the last 12 years. She was a full-time academic for 12 years and had a part-time eating disorder practice for much of that time until she left the university and went into private practice full-time in 2018. Dr. Marianne loves working with eating disorders as a therapist and a coach. She takes a non-diet, feminist approach that helps people of all genders live empowered, authentic lives. She embraces the Health at Every Size model, and is neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ affirming. Marianne and George spoke about neurodiversity and eating disorders, as well as their shared experiences and how to help people going through similar things. We hope you enjoy the episode!To find out more about Dr Marianne you can visit their website: https://www.drmariannemiller.com/ You can follow Dr Marianne on Instagram: @drmariannemillerPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.P.S. it was Madam C.J. Walker!

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image. Also, in the pod I refer to this being the third episode but due to some issue with the recording, we're having to redo the second episode so they will be back!This episode is the second episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!Our guest for this episode is Jade Grantham. Jade is the author of ‘Accept That You Are Imperfect’ a book about her personal journey and recovery with an eating disorder that started when she was 12 years old and lasted for over 10 years. Jade and George spoke about their shared experiences and how to help people going through similar things. We hope you enjoy to episode!You can get a copy of Jade's book here.Trigger warning, this is not a self help book - instead it is a raw and honest account of her own personal journey, and how she has come to make sense of what she went through at the time.Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image.This episode is the beginning of a new series on the MyoMinds Podcast that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!Our first guest is Stu Graham. Stu is a health coach and podcaster who helps people feel more energised, confident and fulfilled by looking at health as a whole and using it as vehicle to make meaningful change. Stu believes that health should add to peoples lives and facilitate them to live a life they love, on their terms.Stu and George end up talking about all sorts during this episode. We hope you enjoy!You can follow Stu through the info below:Instagram: @stu.graham.s25Website: https://www.s25coaching.co.uk/ Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Hello all! I have something a bit different to the usual podcasts today.I am at the Appearance Matters Conference 2024 (June 11-13) presenting a poster about my first PhD study titled: Men's Formal Help-Seeking for Eating and/or Body Image Pathology: A Systematic Review of Barriers and Facilitators. - (Catchy, right?)A link to this podcast is in a QR code on the poster so we should be joined by some academics from the conference (welcome!) who can learn a bit more about the study here if they didn't get the chance to ask me at the conference or just wanted to hear more. I have also done my best to make this interesting for the regular MyoMinds listeners so I hope you enjoy too!Here are some timestamps for those interested in particular sections:Rational, aims, and defining terms: 03:15Methods: 10:03Results: 14:47Findings and Recommendations: 23:03Outro with thanks: 33:21I would love to hear your thoughts on the study and any questions about it! Feel free to contact me via MyoMinds social media or via the MyoMinds website (MyoMinds.com).

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered eating, exercise, and body image issues. We also talk about general mental health struggles.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Matt Davis. Matt is a Registered Associate Nutritionist and the creator of The Flourishing Athlete; aiming to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts develop a positive relationship with food, body and self. Matt has struggled with his relationship with food and body image in the past and is passionate about helping athletes approach food and their body in a healthy way which supports performance, fitness and wellbeing. Having played elite level sport, been a fitness enthusiast and worked as a personal trainer and nutritionist, Matt promotes a predominantly non-diet, body neutral approach towards sports nutrition, fitness and performance. He believes that this education and support is needed in the sport and fitness space to reduce the prevalence of disordered eating, body image concerns and other risk factors for poor mental wellbeing in this population.Listen to the episode to hear us discuss:What the Flourishing Athlete is.Why Matt decided to set it up.Some of Matt's history with disordered eating, exercise and body image issues.How identity plays a role in the negative sides of fitness.Devils advocate question: Sure, some athletes will end up feeling down when behaving in these ways, but don’t you think that’s just part of the risk of striving for greatness?You can find Matt here:Instagram/Threads: @theflourishingathletePlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer: In this episode I talk about my own experiences with suicidality, disordered eating, and body image issues.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, I am going solo. November 19th 2023 is International mens day and the theme this year is "zero male suicide", so I am talking about that!What to expect:My story in regards to suicidality A lot of rambling and forgetting what I was going to sayA delve into the research around muscle dysmorphia and suicideSome discussion around masculinity and suicideI hope you enjoy! (I've decided to leave the link out, for those avid listeners. Please leave a review instead!)Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer: In this episode, we talk about anabolic steroid use, supplement use, body image issues, and other related things. If you think these conversations may be difficult for you, please take care in deciding whether to listen.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, I speak with Dr. Kyle Ganson. Kyle T. Ganson, PhD, MSW, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto's Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work. His research focuses on eating disorders, muscle dysmorphia, and muscle-building behaviours among adolescents and young adults, particularly boys and young men. Dr. Ganson has published over 100 peer-reviewed academic papers in leading adolescent health, eating disorder, body image, and substance use journals. His research has been featured on the CBC, CTV News, U.S. News and World Report, Healthline, Fatherly, and Runner's World, among others. Dr. Ganson has over 8 years of direct clinical social work practice experience and teaches clinical social work courses to MSW students. Listen to the pod to hear us discuss:The prevalence rates of steroid and supplement use The risks and benefits of steroids and supplementsThe need to reframe how we view those taking steroids Kyle's ideas on how we can move forwardYou can follow Kyle on Twitter/X here: https://twitter.com/kyletgansonYou can find some of Kyle's work here:Canadian Study of Adolescent Health Behaviors: https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/canadian-study-of-adolescent-health-behaviors/Muscle-building supplement Canadian policy analysis: https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/news/video-dietary-supplements-for-muscle-building-and-weight-loss-addressing-knowledge-and-policy-gaps/Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer: In this episode, we talk about different eating disorders thoughts and behaviours, depression, and other negative mental health experiences.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak to Lilia Bogoeva.Lilia Bogoeva is a somatic practitioner, musician, and powerlifter who knows what it's like to give it your all for success, but to struggle with anorexia, bulimia, substance addiction, and depression. As a coach and professional speaker, Lilia helps young people with addictive tendencies to overcome damaging spirals and channel their natural intensity into passion and achievement. Her signature "Inner Demon Crusher Cycle" is a combination of somatic (mind-body) healing, functional fitness, music therapy, and vocal training to help her clients tap into personal authenticity and align physical, mental, and spiritual health. She is also the singer-guitarist of metal band Karkaza, based out of Alabama, USA.Her work draws from personal and professional experience in competitive gymnastics, dance, music, and entrepreneurship. Her mission is to take the negative stigma away from trauma healing and addictive personalities, and inspire people to channel their naturally intense drive into healthy and fulfilling pathways. She inspires everyone to master being themselves! Listen to the full pod to hear us cover:Lilia's experience with different mental health strugglesHow faith and religion has help Lilia in recoveryHow Lilia's coaching worksWhat 'trauma informed' means to LiliaThis week's Devils Advocate Question: "Athletes and performers need to be tough, they must push through adversity on a regular occurrence. Don’t you think focusing on their trauma will just lead to them feeling sorry for themselves?"If you would like to follow Lilia or contact her, use the links below:Website:www.MyobeatAthletics.comTiktok:https://www.tiktok.com/@lilia_bogoevaPodcast:podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lilia-bogoevaFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/MyobeatAthleticsYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/@myobeatLilia's metal band site:www.Karkaza.comPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer: Within this podcast we speak about disordered relationships with exercise, food and body image. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Graham, a firefighter, yoga instructor, and fan of the pod! Graham and I have been in contact for over a year now and have spoken on the phone many times about general life as well as our shared experiences with mental health concerns. We thought it was about time we brought one of those conversations to you all!This conversation is also aptly timed as in November 2022 the 'Independent Culture Review of the London Fire Brigade' was released and spoke about some concerns regarding mental health within the workforce. We discuss this and more in the pod.Take a listen to hear us discuss:body dysmorphia and mental healthGraham's story of mental healthHow yoga has affected Graham's mental healthGraham's experiences in the fire brigadeGraham's experience of the 'Walk and Talk 999' groupWe skipped the devil's advocate question in this episode, as we touched on so many topics that we didn't feel we needed to!If you would like to follow Graham on socials you can find him here:Instagram: GfunkyogiFacebook: GfunkyogiPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer: Within this podcast we speak about disordered relationships with exercise, food and body image. We also talk about the potential negative impacts of the bodybuilding lifestyle, including ignoring your needs and amenorrhea.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I talk to two exercise psychologists, Dr Paula Watson and Clara Swedlund. Dr Paula Watson is a HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist and BPS Chartered Psychologist with 18 years’ experience of developing and delivering health behaviour change interventions, including family-based intervention for children with obesity (GOALS), GP exercise referral, and promoting physical activity for adolescent girls. Until August 2022, Paula worked as a Reader in Exercise and Health Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University before leaving academia to run her independent exercise psychology company (https://madeuptomove.co.uk) where she offers 1-to-1 psychological support for individuals struggling with exercise or diet-related concerns. Paula is currently training for the London Marathon in aid of Mind charity (https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/mind-runner). Clara Swedlund is a trainee exercise psychologist enrolled in the BPS' Qualification in Sport and Exercise Psychology training pathway. She has 6 years of experience working in the fitness industry as a coach, and 3 years of experience working both as a fitness coach and exercise psychologist. Her work is centred around bridging the gap between the fitness industry and applied exercise psychology, by helping people understand themselves, their relationship with exercise and health behaviours, and their wellbeing. Whilst she mainly works on a 1:1 basis with her clients, she also supports fitness coaches and coaching companies in making their practices more psychologically informed. In this episode, we talk about a huge range of topics (we could have gone for 6+ hours I think). Some of these topics include:What is exercise psychology?Different problematic relationships with exercise and what a 'healthy relationship with exercise' looks like.The way trauma can affect our relationship with exercise.Bodybuilding and how it impacted mine and Clara's lives.If you would like to get in contact with, or just follow the work of Paula or Clara you can find their information below:Paula:Twitter: @paula_watsonInstagram: @mind_runrWebsite: https://madeuptomove.co.uk Clara:Twitter: @ceswedlundInstgram: @the_ExerpsychWebsite: www.theexerpsych.com Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer - In this podcast we talk about disordered eating, body image, and issues with exercise. Please take care if choosing to listen.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Tessa Peters. Tessa is the Founder & CEO of the charity Been There. Been There supports people with body image issues by pairing them through an app with a vetted and trained Mentor who has relatable experience. Tessa set this up in response to her own battle with an eating disorder for 11 years. She desperately searched for help from someone who had gone through something similar and understood. After trying many different forms of professional help, she eventually found her Mentor, which was life changing for her. Being able to feel safe and speak freely without judgment enabled her to no longer feel so ashamed or alone.  Tessa has worked on Superyachts as a Sous and Crew Chef for most of her career and managed a number of  large scale events including CarFest and Frieze Festival, before embarking upon creating Been There with the purposeful aim of supporting people struggling with their body image and related mental health issues that are so prevalent in today's society.  Tessa’s mission is to encourage self-acceptance and self-worth in everyBODY;  Been There and its 1-to-1 mentoring service is bringing the solution to help those in need. Tessa wants no one to ever feel alone and encourages us all to help each other more. Listen to the full episode to hear us discuss:Tessa's eating disorder journeyHow Been There worksHow mentoring can help with body image issuesHow you can get involved with Benn There.Devil's Advocate Question: Couldn’t it be dangerous getting help from someone who has had similar issues? how do you make sure the mentors aren’t making things worse?You can follow Tessa and Been There on:Website: Beenthereapp.comInstagram: @Beenthere.appFacebook: Been TherePlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

Disclaimer: In this episode, we speak about eating disorders, exercise addiction, and body dysmorphia. Please take care if choosing to listen to the podcast.In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Dr Jason Nagata, who is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at the University of California San Francisco and affiliated faculty with the Institute for Global Health Sciences and the Center for Sexual and Gender Minority Health. Jason is one of the researchers spearheading research around muscularity-oriented disordered eating (Hence the title of this episode) and a personal research hero of mine!Listen to this episode to hear about:What is muscularity oriented disordered eating? How does it differ from muscle dysmorphia/bigorexia?Who is most at risk of developing these issues and why?Are these conditions serious? What happens to people who experience this?Is help available and if so, where?and more!The Devils Advocate Question: 'A lot of these people are just trying to build muscle, be the best they can be, and get healthier. Aren’t you just labeling muscle building behaviours as bad and discouraging healthy choices?'You can Follow Jason and his work on Twitter: @jasonmnagataPlease remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.