20. Body Image, Diet Culture, and Female Athletics | Bethany Hamilton

Bethany Hamilton is a professional surfer who was born & raised in Hawai'i, and she resides there now with her husband and three sons. After losing her entire left arm in a shark attack as a young teenager, Bethany shocked the world by not only continuing her surf career, but taking down world champions along the way. Outside of her surf career, Bethany developed a passion for health in her teenage years, and that has evolved over time through her own personal wellness journey, which has included diving into the world of metabolic health & healing! 
Join us as we sit down & discuss the following:

Bethany's story & health journey
Bethany's intro to metabolic health
Diet culture & food fear
Body image & comparison
Body consciousness in athletics
How athletes can succumb to under-eating
The outside doesn't always reflect internal health
Simply eating enough can radicalize your energy levels
How Bethany's wellness has transformed after focusing on her metabolism
Eating organic, real food wasn't enough for Bethany- she needed bioavailable nutrition
Nutrients should come from food first
Healing is a constant journey
Being grateful for your body now while covering yourself with grace
How Bethany is more resilient now than ever

*Not medical advice. This podcast & episode are for inspirational + educational purposes only*
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