Sadie Simpson

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN ANTI-DIET CULTURE FITNESS PROFESSIONAL?

I approach movement, eating, and health from an anti-diet culture lens.

The short version of what this means: you will never hear me encourage you to earn/burn calories. If you're looking for weight loss coaching, I'm not your person.

The longer version: diet culture is the belief that body size and shape are more important than physical, psychological, and general well-being. Diet culture is a system of oppression that upholds other oppressive systems and is harmful to folks in marginalized bodies. It associates body size and food choices with morality and is rooted in individualism. Research has shown us that dieting (or intentional weight loss) isn't sustainable for most people long-term.

As an anti-diet culture fitness professional, I'm here to help you disengage from the harmful narratives that keep you in a cycle of distrust with your body while cultivating a better relationship with exercise and eating. I believe that establishing a movement practice should be practical, realistic, and at least a little bit enjoyable...and completely void of shame, manipulation, or guilt.

My work is founded upon the principles of Health at Every Size® (HAES®) which includes: weight inclusivity, health enhancement, eating for well-being, respectful care, and life-enhancing movement.

MY EXPERIENCE

I'm not gonna give you my full resume (...I mean, if you want it, I'm happy to send it to you!), but instead, I'll give you a quick run-down of what makes me qualified to do this work:

17 years in the fitness industry as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer
Master's degree in Health Education & Promotion
10+ years in fitness leadership and management roles
Size-Inclusive Fitness Specialist
Postnatal Fitness Specialist
Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor

MY VALUES

AUTONOMY

I believe that you are the autonomous decision-maker for you + your body. My role is to coach and support you with exercise, movement, and through the Intuitive Eating framework, but I will never dictate or demand anything from you. Instead, we will work together to cultivate the capacity to tune inward and learn how to listen to what your body needs in terms of physical activity, nourishment, and more.

CLARITY & COMMUNICATION

I highly value transparency, honesty, and clarity. I am committed to creating an environment that allows for open (two-way!) communication, asking questions, and being upfront. Communication is kind!

ORGANIZATION

What can I say...I like systems, routines, and well-made plans! I also very much prioritize simplicity; I'm a no-frills kind of a gal. There are so many contradictions in the "right" way to exercise and the "right" way to nourish our bodies, IT'S CONFUSING! My job is to help you tune out all of the excess noise, focus in, and to work with you to create a plan that's enjoyable, practical, and sustainable.

Ways to Work with me

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

I offer Personal Training and facilitate Small-Group Movement classes through All Bodies Movement and Wellness! All Bodies is an anti-diet culture fitness studio that focuses on helping you heal your relationship with your body and movement while developing sustainable, accessible, and intentional movement practices. In-person and virtual options available!

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PODCAST: SATISFACTION FACTOR

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

The podcast where we explore how ditching diet culture makes our whole lives more satisfying! We cover all kinds of topics, re: Intuitive Eating, body image, exercise & movement, and so much more. New episodes are released every other week. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at SatisfactionFactorPod.com

Satisfaction factor podcast

FOR PROFESSIONALS

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

FOR PROFESSIONALS

Are you interested in a custom program for your group? I offer trainings, workshops, and speaking for: staff teams, gyms and studios, retreats, community events, businesses, non-profits and more.

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Sadie Simpson Anti-diet culture fitness professional

Hi, I'm Sadie! I'm a Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Intuitive Eating Counselor, & Podcast Co-Host

ABOUT ME

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN ANTI-DIET CULTURE FITNESS PROFESSIONAL?

MY EXPERIENCE

MY VALUES

FREE RESOURCE: BUILD YOUR OWN WORKOUT TEMPLATE

Ways to Work with me

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

PODCAST: SATISFACTION FACTOR

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

FOR PROFESSIONALS

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

FOR PROFESSIONALS

Satisfaction Factor Podcast

Questions? Comments? Interested in working together? Contact me at the form below or via email: sadie@sadiesimpson.com

Sadie Simpson Anti-diet culture fitness professional

Hi, I'm Sadie! I'm a Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Intuitive Eating Counselor, & Podcast Co-Host

ABOUT ME

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN ANTI-DIET CULTURE FITNESS PROFESSIONAL?

MY EXPERIENCE

MY VALUES

FREE RESOURCE: BUILD YOUR OWN WORKOUT TEMPLATE

Ways to Work with me

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

PODCAST: SATISFACTION FACTOR

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

FOR PROFESSIONALS

MOVEMENT: PERSONAL & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

FOR PROFESSIONALS

Satisfaction Factor Podcast

Questions? Comments? Interested in working together? Contact me at the form below or via email: sadie@sadiesimpson.com

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