Episode 32 - Examining racial structures in the fitness and weight loss industries

The crew has an in-depth conversation about race and how it affects the diet and fitness industries with Dr. Hortencia Jiménez Ph.D. a Sociology professor from Hartnell College in California. Dr. Jiménez speaks about systemic oppression, body image, cultural foods, and brings her perspective as an immigrant woman of color. for questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.comMentioned in this episode:Click link to try WeShape free!weshape.com/free Take the Quiz

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Start “Feeling Lighter” each week with Katie and Dr. Lisa as they shed old beliefs one episode at a time. Each week a new guest will share their journey of letting go and how that process impacted their worldview. “Because how you feel about yourself changes everything!” Guest experts will bring insights on mental, physical and spiritual health. Dr. Lisa and Katie will be talking with therapists, scientists, doctors, life coaches and more! Walk away from each episode with new ways to learn to love yourself better. The Feeling Lighter Podcast was created by WeShape. At WeShape we prioritize your well-being and want to help you feel comfortable in your body, without feeling pressured to change it. Our approach is centered around creating a personalized at-home workout plan that is tailored specifically to YOUR goals, YOUR capabilities, and YOUR schedule. We are not a weight loss app. We are not a training app. We don't make you feel guilty. We are shaping a new way.