"Oh, we can't eat there because ___________ needs something healthier."
"I'm surprised you ordered that, I thought you were trying to be healthy."
"Do you really HAVE to get up early to workout?"
"You probably don't want any, it's not very healthy."
It's interesting how commenting about one's behaviors seems socially unacceptable in a certain context (e.g. you need to be healthier) vs. if someone is actively trying to make healthy changes (e.g. stop being a buzzkill and live a little!)
Many of our clients have experienced this awkward and even demeaning social response to their efforts to be healthier. We as health professionals even encounter these comments ourselves. While it is true that diet and exercise behaviors are largely the choice of the individual, there are almost always social implications to consider. If you've been caught between pleasing your social circle and putting effort into a healthier you, have a listen to this episode. You're not alone!
Erin Green is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, recovering professional triathlete and owner of Erin Green Racing and Nutrition in Boise, Idaho. After years of regimented training, she is rediscovering the joy of spontaneous movement, social runs and exploring unpaved bike routes. Check out her blog and videos at www.eringreenracing.com.
Michael Gray is a personal trainer, nutritional coach, father of two and a sucker for a bag of gummy bears. See what he's up to at www.michaelgrayfitness.com.
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