Emma Shepherd opens up about her journey from overcoming an eating disorder to embracing strength training and finding joy in resistance training and intuitive eating.
Emma Shepherd shares her inspiring journey of overcoming an eating disorder, embracing strength training, and learning to fuel her body through a surplus. She discusses gym anxiety, the shift from HIIT to resistance training, and her passion for yoga and intuitive eating.
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Timestamps:
(01:09) Emma’s Background: From Creative Writing to Wellness
(01:50) Growing Up in South London: Dunraven and Graveney Schools
(03:36) Struggles with Eating Disorders: A Journey to Recovery
(05:48) Living in Australia: A Change of Pace and Perspective
(07:41) Returning to London During the Pandemic
(09:01) How the Pandemic Shaped Emma’s Wellness Journey
(10:45) Discovering Primal Movement and Home Workouts
(14:01) Overcoming Gym Anxiety and Returning to Strength Training
(17:02) Benefits of Resistance Training and Fueling the Body
(19:52) From Fear to Fuel: How Emma Overcame Food Restrictions
(22:04) Inspiring Female Fitness Influencers on Instagram
(26:03) Emma’s Strength Progress in the Gym
(27:48) Favourite Exercises: Hip Thrusts, Leg Press, and RDLs
(30:05) Bulgarian Split Squats: A Love-Hate Relationship
(31:12) The Importance of Upper Body Training
(32:45) Overrated or Underrated: Yoga, Instagram, and More
(41:02) Closing Thoughts: Where to Find Emma Shepherd