HOW TYPICAL FITNESS MARKETING CAUSES MORE HARM THAN GOOD

The images and messages we see with typical fitness marketing can often do more harm than good to us, both physically and mentally. 

What I see are images of young men and women, with “perfect” bodies (very little body fat) that promise that “you, too, can look like this!”

That’s an unrealistic claim for a few reasons. Those people look that way because they have the genetic potential to develop those bodies. Those images are likely photoshopped. They may have a lifestyle where they are training all the time and are following strict diets and this lifestyle isn’t realistic for most individuals. And most importantly, no studies show that any amount of training can create a specific body look and shape.

Watch this video to learn more about why this type of imagery is harmful and what the truth is behind the message that many fitness advertisements are sending.



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Shirley Archer

 

Shirley Archer is a mindful health educator, award-winning trainer and best-selling author who helps busy women who want to look and feel younger, healthier, happier—naturally. Through blogs, articles, books and podcasts, she’s here to eliminate overwhelm and inspire women to bring more peace into their lives, so they can meet all their responsibilities and still make self-care a priority.

After working as a high-powered attorney in both New York City and Washington D.C., a bout with chronic fatigue syndrome inspired Shirley to dedicated herself to wellness and sharing better health with those around her. Since leaving Wall St., Shirley has authored 12 books on fitness and wellness, and has achieved certification in mindful modalities including yoga, Pilates and meditation. In addition to being an award-winning personal trainer, she is also a certified Spinning instructor and group fitness instructor.

When she’s not blissed out in zen, you can find Shirley hiking with her beloved German Shepherd, Cheyenne either in the Swiss Alps or in sunny California, speaking at fitness conferences worldwide, and being featured in various high-profile media including USA Today, Washington Post, Fitness, Shape and cnn.com. For Shirley’s latest musings on mindfulness, visit her site at www.shirleyarcher.com

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