In today’s episode I chat with Dr. Supatra Tovar. We discuss how gym culture and diet culture are the same forms of extremism and how they both are anti-environmental in their current forms.

As one of the only clinical psychologists who is also a registered dietitian and certified fitness expert, Dr. Tovar teaches clients how to use research-based techniques in behavioral psychology, nutritional science, and Exercise kinesiology to overcome complex challenges. She harnesses the different disciplines of her unique background to show her clients how small modifications to daily habits can transform mindsets, enhance personal Relationships, and accelerate professional trajectories. Dr. Tovar has helped clients navigate through Trauma, eating disorders, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief.

Dr. Tovar’s Links:

drsupatratovar.com anew-insight.com Dr T IG https://www.instagram.com/drsupatratovar ANEW IG https://www.instagram.com/my.anew.insight Dr T FB https://www.facebook.com/drsupatratovar ANEW FB https://www.facebook.com/my.anew.insight Dr T LInkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsupatratovar/ Dr T Threads https://www.threads.net/@drsupatratovar ANEW Threads https://www.threads.net/@my.anew.insight Dr. TikTock https://www.tiktok.com/@drsupatratovar ANEW TokTock https://www.tiktok.com/@my.anew.insight Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@my.anew.insight

Dr. D’s Links:

www.doctordarianparker.com

Time Stamps:

00:00 The Misconceptions of Weight Loss and Exercise

00:48 The Dangers of Extreme Dieting and Exercise

02:31 Listening to Your Body Over Gym Culture

03:50 The Pressure on Fitness Professionals

07:32 The Historical Context of Diet and Gym Culture

14:05 A Holistic Approach to Fitness

19:27 The Reality of Gym Culture and Social Media

29:51 The Sexualization of Fitness

30:51 Integrity vs. Profit in Fitness

31:54 Finding Fulfillment in Helping Others

34:28 The Protein Myth

37:19 Environmental and Ethical Concerns

38:08 The Impact of Gym Culture

48:09 The Influence of Personal Choices

51:13 Hope for the Future: Gen Z

52:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Dr. Darian Parker earned his Ph.D in Sports Education Leadership with an emphasis in Behavior Modification from UNLV. He earned his Master and Bachelor degrees from James Madison University in Kinesiology. Dr. Parker is the Co-Owner of Epic Leisure Management LLC., the Owner of Parker Personal Training LLC and the Host of Dr. D's Social Network Podcast. Dr. Parker is a certified personal trainer through the NSCA. During Dr. Parker's career he has served several roles in the fitness and wellness industry. He has worked extensively in both the academic and private club sector as a Director of Education for a Career College, General Manager of a high end luxury residential fitness club and National Director of Fitness for a global leisure management company.