The Anti-Diet Fitness Approach with CEO & Founder of Loyobo, Courtney McCarthy
Mindful Muscle5 Jun 2025

The Anti-Diet Fitness Approach with CEO & Founder of Loyobo, Courtney McCarthy

In this episode of the Mindful Muscle Podcast, hosts Gio and Jodi welcome fitness instructor and confidence coach, Courtney McCarthy, CEO and founder of Love Your Body Fitness (Loyobo). Courtney shares her personal fitness journey, how she created a supportive online community, and the importance of rewriting the rules around exercise and self-worth. They discuss the significance of finding joyful movement, challenging traditional fitness norms, and providing a more inclusive approach to health and wellness. Tune in to explore a transformative perspective on fitness that emphasizes sustainability and mental well-being.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:43 Meet Courtney McCarthy: Fitness Instructor and Confidence Coach

01:23 The Story Behind Loyobo

02:26 Courtney's Fitness Journey

05:19 Redefining Fitness and Health

14:25 Joyful Movement and Playful Exercise

21:52 Starting Small: The Power of Five Minutes

22:53 The Snowball Effect of Starting Small

23:39 Rewriting the Rules of Fitness

25:39 The Power of Community in Fitness

29:37 Body Positivity and Representation

31:56 Diet Culture and Health at Every Size

37:08 Embracing Imperfection and Curiosity

41:03 Joining the Community and Final Thoughts

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