49. Protein Cookies vs Hamburgers & Thin Privilege

Thin Privilege is a huge advantage to people residing in thinner bodies, meaning that those who are thin often have thin privilege. Today's guest is very familiar with thin privilege and the impact it's had on her life growing up.

In today's episode, I am talking to Lauren Ghiacy, a personal trainer and fitness influencer who resides in a thin body. She is passionate about promoting a nonaesthetic-focused workout in general, prioritizing how you feel over how you look.

During our conversation, Lauren speaks on her own experience with thin privilege, dealing with online trolls and pushback, how to use your privilege responsibly, and dealing with fatphobia.

In this episode, we cover:

• Lauren shares more on becoming a personal trainer and navigating diet culture [1:45]
• What it's like to be a personal trainer online [8:12]
• Food stigma, thin privilege, and online hate [12:28]
• Tips on recognizing thin privilege and addressing fatphobia [17:48]
• Using your privilege responsibly [26:24]
• Lauren talks about marriage and having a supportive partner [31:17]
• Is there the perfect protein bar out there, and other stuff Lauren loves [37:49]

Connect with Laura:
IG: @Laura_Ghiacy
Tiktok: @LauraGhiacy