Non Gendered Fitness

This episode is for all the TGD allies out there. I wanted to break down exactly how you can apologise respectfully when you misgender someone, without making excuses or turning the whole situation into something about yourself.I wanted to take time to talk about how to apologise for making mistakes, which we all do by the way.Now I don't think anyone is perfect and to be honest there isn't an expectation to be. But what I think is important is to show respect and be accountable.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at how you can get started training with Kettlebells. Because I love kettlebells and I love training folks and teaching them about kettlebells.But kettlebells can be pretty intimidating. And it's easy to avoid trying them out because you may now know how to train with them.So I wanted to break it down and go over some steps that you can take if you're wanting to get started using a kettlebell.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at how we can put the skills of self discipline, time management and adaptability that we've looked at over the past 3 weeks together in a way that is sustainable long term.And it's important to remember that whatever changes that we make in our lives, we do them in a way that helps improve our quality of life and not add to our stresses by causing feelings of overwhelm, being restricted or that you're missing out on the things that you enjoy.Because at the end of the day, if the changes you're trying to make don't feel good, it's unlikely that you're going to be able to sustain your new habits.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at another important skill to build when it comes to working towards your goals or significant changes you're wanting to make.This week we'll be focusing on adaptability. This is our ability to adjust our plans as necessary to ensure that we are still taking steps, however small, towards achieving our fitness and lifestyle goals.Though this is also a very helpful skill to have for all aspects of our lives.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at another important skill that is important to develop if we're going to make lasting positive changes in our lives. ANd that skill is time management.This is a challenging skill to master because it can often feel like we don't have enough time in our days.But there are some simple ways that we can practice building our time management skills to help us fit in those activities and practices that help us feel good and help to shape positive change in our lives.And I have our resident nutrition and lifestyle coach Zay in the recording booth with me to help explain this all a little more.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at building the skills that are necessary to start and maintain new habits. This is going to be the first episode of a series around learning the skills to make positive changes in our lives, that I'm going to be starting the year off with.And I'm kicking things off with one of my favourite skills which is discipline.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be recapping on some of highlights and key take aways from a few of the most popular episodes of the year.Because there have been some stand out episodes that I've seen folks have really liked, especially in the past few months.I'm so happy that since I began this podcast that I've been able to share what I know along with a lot of my opinions about being non binary and supporting the trans and gender diverse community.I wanna thank you for following me and listening to the show. I really hope that I‘ve been able to help you out with wherever you're at in your transition or gender exploration.You are an amazing human and I'm really grateful for your support friend.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at how you can prepare yourself for the upcoming holiday period and family gatherings that you may be required to attend.Because this time of year is stressful for people who celebrate the holidays. And these celebrations often come with family commitments and having to engage with people that you might not see often and may be completely insensitive to your experiences.I mean let's face it, we can't choose the family that we are connected to genetically. But we can choose how we can manage ourselves around them. Or even choose not to put yourself in those situations.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be wrapping up our little series of things that are important for us to know about our bodies.This is not to say that in the few episodes that I've done that I've covered anything even close to things that are important to know about ourselves.But I hope that these episodes have given you an insight into things you may not have known about your body or even helped you see your body from a place of curiosity about the complexity of it.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at another thing about our body that's important to know. And today we're gonna have a see of what actually happens to our body fat when we get leaner or lose weight.Because all we ever hear about from the fitness industrial complex and western culture when it comes to weight loss is that we should do that.We need to have less body fat to be “attractive”, “healthy”, “fit”, “athletic” or whatever. But the concept of losing weight is pretty vague.What actually is happening in our bodies when we do reduce the amount of body fat that we have?It's like this information isn't important at all. The only important thing here is the aesthetic result of weight loss.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.If you're enjoying the show and know other folks that may find some benefit in having a listen, I'd be so grateful if you shared it with them or anywhere else where you think that it could help someone.

In this episode we will be looking at how flippin awesome it is to be trans in any of the ways it's possible to exist under this umbrella term.Because it's been trans awareness week this week and I think that it's important that we celebrate the fuck out of ourselves.It can be easy to get caught up in the efforts we make towards being accepted by others, that we don't necessarily just take a moment to celebrate who we are, as we are right now and how ploppin amazing it is to be us.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be continuing on with our look at important things you need to know about the body. This episode we're gonna explore muscles.Particularly, how our body grows muscles. Because one of the most common things I hear folks say when they start training is that they don't want to “get bulky”. So I'm gonna be breaking down how muscle growth works and why weight training doesn't actually mean you're gonna build muscle mass.Now full disclosure, I'm geeking out a little with the body stuff this week.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program.

This is episode one of a little mini series I'm gonna be doing over the coming weeks. We're going to be looking at some of the most important things you need to know about your body.Because often we aren't really taught that much about our bodies. Yet we spend our lives having to look after them.And there is so much misinformation out there about what is good and what is bad for our bodies.So I'm going to clear a few things up for you and share some important things that you should know when to comes to your body and how you can care for yours.So I'm gonna start off today by exploring nutrition, seeing as it can feel like one of the most complicated areas when it come to caring for ourselves.Our bodies function by breaking down foods and taking nutrients from them. There are two categories that nutrients are broken into. These being macronutrients also know as Macro's and micronutrients.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be talking about binding. In particular how binding is not for everyone and that is totally ok.Now this is not something that is really spoken about very often. It almost seems expected that a person who is AFAB and exists within the gender diverse umbrella is going to want to bind.But in reality, it is not the case. And when folks do express that binding isn't for them, they can be shamed for this by other trans folks who do bind or have dysphoria about their chest.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

This episode I had the pleasure of chatting with a wonderful human I know, Shadia Hancock.Shadia is the proud owner, and founder of Autism Actually, and enjoys presenting and consultancy. They are committed to empowering fellow Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals.Shadia is currently studying Bachelor of Speech Pathology with the hope of providing client centred animal assisted therapy for Neurodivergent individuals.They were diagnosed with Autism at the age of three, and Generalised Anxiety Disorder at the age of 14. Shadia came out as non-binary in early 2018 and loves talking about the intersectionality of Autism and gender diversity.Shadia benefited from numerous early supports such as speech therapy and occupational therapy. They are very passionate about sharing information about what being Autistic is like.If you want to reach out to Shadia, you can find them online at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/autismactuallyau/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autismactuallyau/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AutismActuallyTumblr: https://autism-actually.tumblr.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/autismactually

In this episode we will be talking about getting started with training again, but this week we·re going to be looking at what are called beginner gains. Which is the quick progress that a person will often make when they first start training. If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program

In this episode we will be exploring getting started with training, and specifically how awkward, uncomfortable and even embarrassing moving our bodies can be. Now it's really not spoken about very often, how weird some movements are.And I've worked with so many folks that have found that weirdness and discomfort has been a big barrier for them in staying active. Just know that these feelings are totally ok and completely valid.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.nongenderedfitness.com and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at ways that you can train that can help you present more masculine.Meaning building muscle mass, whether that's lean muscle or bulkier muscles. Because there is a big difference between the two. But regardless of which type you have, having muscles that are visible are generally gonna mean you'll be read as more masculine.Before we get into this though, I am gonna highlight the total BS that comes with this assumption of masculine presentation requiring muscles.Muscles on their own are neither masucline or feminine and that is why any person can grow muscles.The perception of masculinity on muscles is a social construct.There are plenty of cis women out there who are muscular and still feminine. SO please keep this in mind as we continue with this episode.Perceptions of masculinity and femininity are a social construct. Any person's body, regardless of how it looks, can be feminine or masucline.And at the end of the day, doing what helps you feel good about yourself is far better than trying to fulfill the stereotypes pushed on to us by a society that cares more about conformity than anything else.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we're gonna be talking about being non binary. In particular what it means to be non binary.Because I have spoken with a bunch of folks about this and I see it pop up so much online, with folks sharing how they aren't sure if they are non binary or not and what is the “criteria” when it comes to being non binary.Being non binary is about living outside of binary norms and stereotypes. To be non binary is to simply be yourself. It is filled with limitless possibilities of how you can show up as you.There is no right or wrong way to be non binary. There is only your way and that is perfect.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode I'm gonna be answering a really common question that I get asked from folks wanting to get into some training. And this is, will training make my hips bigger.And I get it. When we already have challenging feelings about certain parts of our bodies, the last thing we want to do is make it more prominent.Especially when we're trying a new thing like getting active and doing the things that can be so beneficial to both our physical and mental health.Now I have some good news friends. Because training isn't gonna make your hips bigger. But depending on how your body has developed, it also may not really decrease your hip size either.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode I'm gonna be answering a really common question that I get asked when folks come to train with me. And that is, can training make my chest smaller?And I totally get the desire to reduce the size of your chest especially for folks who may not want top surgery and equally for folks that are preparing for top surgery.For myself over my years training, I have definitely made my chest much smaller. But here's the thing, it wasn't due to any specific training activity.So to answer this question, yes and no. Training can definitely make your chest smaller but it's only gonna do so much.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be busting yet another training myth and that is that there are “cheat” moves when it comes to training.What I mean by that is movements that trainers tell their clients are “cheating” because it's not done the “right” or “hardest” way.This is one of the shittiest things that trainers tell their clients and it's also completely untrue. There is no such thing as a “cheat” movement. It just doesn't exist.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode I had a great chat with my good friend Jodie Nagyivan. Jodie is a Gunai Kurnai woman from the lands of the Tatangulung people of eastern Victoria.She grew up in the southeast suburbs of Melbourne and since then, has lived inSydney and Far North Queensland as well as abroad.Jodie's travels were a product of her pursuit in her previous career choices which have ranged from public health and project administration as well as cattle mustering to circus performing.Keeping active has been pivotal in Jodie's own personal development and since becoming active she has developed a passion for health, fitness, dance and exploring new activities.She moved back to Melbourne in 2018 with the intent of exploring new career avenues in this space. She's met so many great people and developed some fun skills so far and she is looking forward to what's ahead.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at functional strength. We gonna learn about what it is and why it's so ploppin important for us to develop it the best ways we can for each of our bodies.Functional strength is our ability to move our joints, particularly our shoulders, hips, knees and ankles through their full range of movement without pain, restriction or stiffness.And it is so often overlooked when it comes to training. It doesn't have a particular aesthetic. It's got nothing to do with how much a person can lift or how hard they can train.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode seeing as it is pride month, we're gonna have a bit of a look at coming out.Coming out and being visible is a really important thing for some folks. It helps them feel connected to something bigger than themselves. And it helps them to feel freer to express themselves.Being visible is a big part of pride month. We can't forget that Pride month commemorates the stonewall riots.It highlights our past struggles and brings to the front, the conversations that are still needed to be had and the discrimination we still face in so many countries around the world.Having the privilege to come out is not something we all have. And it's important to recognise that.While many gays and lesbian people have found acceptance within the broader community in a lot of western countries, this is not the same for all folks. Especially trans and gender diverse people.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at busting a pretty common training myth, which is that you can spot train fat off your body.This is something I’ve heard so many people talk about. Usually in relation to getting a 6 pack.And this belief that spot training is possible is totally fueled by misinformation spread by the fitness industry, particularly blogs and articles in fitness magazines and websites.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at how we can approach training without the pressure of HAVING to train. Which leads to us feeling bad about not doing a session. And it’s so easy to do.I know I’ve done it. And I’ve heard from so many of my clients about how it’s a real struggle for them too.This often happens because we feel like we have to train every day. That if we aren’t training every day then we’re failing at our training. Which is just not true.We can put so much pressure on ourselves and set such a high expectation that it can feel impossible to achieve it. And this is when we often stop enjoying moving and start feeling shamed and unmotivated to continue.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode I wanted to have a look at identity. In particular the labels that we put on ourselves. Now I know that our labels can be helpful for us to language our identity.And I see so many folks online asking about their identities and how to define themselves. Feeling anxious, depressed, shamed or like imposters as they try to find that magical box to fit in.The way I see it is that the language we use to define ourselves is double edged.It can help us relate to and connect with other folks who share the same labels as us. Help us feel like part of something bigger by being in a community. While at the same time offering clarity to our individual experiences.But our labels are also aggressively used against us. They are weaponised and used to other us.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

This episode is about a big change that we're making to the show. We're changing episode releases from weekly to every two weeks. This is because, at the beginning of the year I started university to study Exercise Physiology. So moving forward so that I can support our crew with their training, study and give you the best content I can, I've had to make the tough decision to change this show just for now, to fortnightly (biweekly) episodes. If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

This episode we are taking a look at alcohol and the influence that drinking has on our lives. Today I’m joined by our very own Zay Canters.Zay is our resident Transition Coach. They help people with confidently moving through significant transitions in their life.They specialise in helping people quit drinking alcohol, stay consistent with their fitness and nutrition programs and transition holistically.When Zay isn’t working to help support their community they enjoy climbing, skateboarding, snowboarding, coding, riding motorbikes, playing with their dogs, drinking coffee and building their backyard skate ramp.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be celebrating all things trans and gender diverse in honour of trans day of visibility which was this week on March 31st.In particular I want to talk about visibility. Because so often we hear this term and I think it’s one that comes attached with a bit of stigma.It’s almost like if you’re trans or gender diverse that you’re obligated to show up and advocate for the community and this is definitely not the case.You don’t owe anyone your visibility. Not the TGD community and especially not the cis. And regardless of where you’re at or how you wanna express yourself you are flippin awesome and so valid.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at some of the ways that training can support both non medical and medical transition pathways for Trans and Gender Diverse folks.And today I really want to take a look how getting active can support whatever transition avenues you may be following.I have worked with so many TGD folks from places all around the world who have all been interested in adding movement to their lives to help them affirm their identities.Whether they’ve had physical goals or mental health goals, moving their bodies has been a really positive way to help them get there.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode I’m gonna be talking with you about body image. Particularly the image that is sold by the fitness industry of stereotypically muscular “men” (People assigned Male at birth) and feminine, toned and petite “women” (People assigned Female at birth).Now I know that I often point out the messaging and imagery that the fitness industry uses. This is because they are selling a false image to people.They bet on folks coming to them because they feel unhappy with where they are at and thinking that if they just cut calories and go to a gym do and do HIIT classes and lift weights then they are going to look like the fitness models in the pictures they see everywhere.And there is so much wrong with this. The biggest problem I see here is that it is selling a really toxic image that implies that health can only be achieved if you look like a fitness model.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at cardio training. From all my years as a coach it is consistently the one form of training that most people dread and I used to be one of those people too.Now just to be clear, this is not an episode where I try to convince you that you need to change your mind about your opinion of cardio.I’m actually gonna share with you how I began to approach cardio training and how that changed my mind about it.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at the benefits of body fat. Because having fat on our bodies is totally normal and totally ok.The one sided narrative pushed by general social standards that fat is bad, unattractive, unhealthy or unneeded are just messed up and not a true representation of the truth about our bodies.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be busting a pretty commonly believed training myth. This is that training needs to be highly uncomfortable/painful to be effective.This is a common narrative and is visible in “motivational” training slogans like:no pain no gain.The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow.Use the pain as fuel and keep on going.You push through the pain because results matter.It is a common misconception pushed by the fitness industry that training has to be uncomfortable to be effective. This isn’t true. And it certainly isn’t motivating.And it’s dangerous to think that pain is an acceptable part of training.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at show you can physically prepare for top surgery or chest reduction.There are many factors involved in preparing for surgery. It’s a pretty impactful experience on our bodies.When it comes to top surgery or having a chest reduction, the biggest things that many TGD folks focus on is pec development and weight loss in the lead up. And this is a great focus. It can definitely help with how your chest may look post surgery.But this focus misses a key part of top surgery, and this is the recovery process.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

This is part two of how to become a trans and gender diverse ally. Today we’re going to take a look at the importance of language and the way that we use it.Remember allyship is not about telling everyone how inclusive and accepting you are. It’s about showing up every day and doing the work to help make the spaces you engage in, safer and more accessible for TGD folks.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

This episode is for anyone wanting to do better as an ally for trans and gender diverse folks or learn about becoming one.Because being an ally isn’t just a once off thing. It’s not just being performative when Trans or Gender Diverse (TGD) folks are around. It’s about doing the work even when TGD folks aren’t around.It’s having those tough conversations with friends, colleagues and family about transphobic things they may say or do and not being willing to be complicate in their transphobia.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode we will be looking at managing your expectations around getting active. When we are starting to get active or getting back into movement after a break it can be really easy to place expectations on what you’re going to do for yourself.However, these expectations may not be helpful or sustainable and can ultimately make training something that you may dread or not enjoy doing. But, it doesn’t have to be this way.

In this episode we will be exploring Pronouns and the huge impact they can have on our lives both positively and negatively.Our pronouns are usually one of the first things that we change about ourselves when we begin to socially transition.And during this time, it can be hard finding pronouns that help us express ourselves. So when we do find ones that work for us, the response to them from the people in our lives can really influence the following steps we take in our transitions.

In this episode we will be looking at knowing your reasons for why you're getting active or setting the training goals that you do.We'll take a look at a simple practice to help learn what deeply motivates our actions and finding why we do what we do. And how this can help us learn to understand how our why influences our thoughts and choices.

In this episode I will be wrapping up the year. This is gonna be my final episode of 2020. I’ll be taking a short break and will be back in January 2021.This has been a really big year for pretty much everyone in the world really.I began the podcast, because I wanted to be able to help TGD folks anywhere in the world get access to ways they could begin to move their bodies, explore how they could transition and help them see that there were other people out there.I’m so grateful for all of you, my listeners for tuning in each week, reaching out and sharing with me and just being rad AF humans who are learning ways to rock as your authentic selves. And a big shout out to all of our crew who are currently training with us or have trained with us over the year.Even though the podcast is wrapping up for the year, Fearless Movement Collective is still going strong over the end of year period. You can still join us for any one of our classes or programs.We’re here if you want to reach out to us through Insta, our website or Facebook. Just know friend that if you ever need a human to talk to, we are always here. You’re not alone, you are valid and I love you.

In this episode we will be looking at how you can get started with getting more active.Because it’s one thing to think about it and even take the steps to either reach out to a coach or find videos online, but it’s another thing to actually get going.If you’re enjoying the show and know other folks that may find some benefit in having a listen, I’d be so grateful if you shared it with them or anywhere else where you think that it could help someone.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program.

This episode I had a most excellent with my pal Ki Hayward (he/him).Ki is a lived experience LGBTI/disability advocate and consultant hailing from Geelong. He has had over 8 years activist experience in these areas, with a speciality in housing and the health system.They are passionate about defending basic human rights that we all deserve within society. Ki is particularly passionate about Disability, LGBTIQ+ Issues, Health, Social Justice and Politics.Having dealt with extensive health issues over the last few years, he can offer a first hand insight into the grey area between health, disability and in turn the experience of being forced into aged care over six years ago as a 25-year-old.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

In this episode is all about Transgender awareness week and Transgender Day of Remembrance.Trans awareness celebrates and acknowledges the totally rad and amazing TGD community around the world.It’s a time when we can celebrate the achievements of our community. The visibility that we have gained and in some places the rights that we may have won. The week finishes with Trans Day of Remembrance on November 20th.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program.

This episode I'm joined by a very special guest and all round excellent human, Coach Sam. Sam is a Melbourne based transmasculine training & nutrition coach. As a HAES practitioner (Health at every size), Sams' mission in life is to create a platform to celebrate trans & gender diverse resilience, strength & empowerment. T Generation (his coaching service), is setting the new standard for how Trans/Gender diverse humans accessing the world of health, fitness & mental fortitude.'

In this episode we’ll be having a look at the many different ways that it’s possible to feel within our gender identities.It’s so common when TGD folks begin to understand that their gender identity is not necessarily aligned with the one they were assigned at birth, to look at making physical changes pretty quickly.There is nothing wrong with this, but it can sometimes come before we necessarily take the time to embrace what we may be feeling.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message.

This episode I’m joined by a very special guest and pal of mine RIley Edwards.Riley (they/them) is one of the founding members of ClimbingQTs and has been climbing since 2013. What started as an obsession has now taken over their entire life and they’re okay with that.When they’re not climbing, they work as a Diversity and Inclusion Advisor within the higher education sector, volunteer at an animal sanctuary and as a peer counsellor.They love nothing more than seeing others find their place in climbing whether it’s at the gym or out on the rocks.If you’re enjoying the show and know other folks that may find some benefit in having a listen, I’d be so grateful if you shared it with them or anywhere else where you think that it could help someone.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program.

This is part two of a two part mini series. Last week we looked at ways you can get help relieve tightness and pulling from affirming surgery scarring by practicing scar massage.This week, we’re going to be looking at how you can relieve tightness and pulling caused by scarring through finding how you can tape your scars with kinesiotape.If you’re enjoying the show and know other folks that may find some benefit in having a listen, I’d be so grateful if you shared it with them or anywhere else where you think that it could help someone.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program.

This is part one of a two part mini series. Over the next two weeks we will be looking at ways you can get help relieve tightness and pulling from affirming surgery scarring so that you can train more comfortably.If you have any questions about this episode or would like to learn about how we may be able to support you, you can go to www.fearlessmovement.co and send us a message. You can also jump in and try out our 7 day free trials or join our at home training program.