EP - 55 Why getting in the best shape of your life could leave you depressed and unsatisfied. (interview with Catherine Hanson-Farid)

In this episode Matt speaks to returning guest Catherine Hanson-Farid. Catherine has been in the fitness industry over 30 years and is currently the operations director of the Register of Exercise professionals in the UAE.Matt talks to Catherine about her experiences as a bodybuilder and competition judge including the pros and cons of such an experience which can include poor body image and disordered eating after a competition finishes.The conversation moves on to how these same issues can affect people who seek body transformations or who are sold programs which promise to get them in the best shape of their life which can lack the support needed. If you want to connect with Catherine details are below www.repsuae.com Instagram - @catherinehansonfarid  

Om Podcasten

Matt Marney has been working in the well-being space for over 20 years. He is a personal trainer, group exercise/Pilates instructor and meditation teacher. This unique blend and experience gives Matt an appreciation and understanding of the mind body connection and its role in promoting optimal health, wellbeing and performance.

Over the last decade Matt has also worked as a teacher trainer where he shares his experience with movement teachers and fitness professionals. This role ensures Matt is up to date with the latest research and developments in the industry and he delivers this knowledge with passion and enthusiasm.

After training hundreds of clients over the years he realised the same misconceptions about health and wellbeing came up time and again therefore he decided to start a corporate wellbeing company Wellness Education Dubai in the hope he could educate and motivate more people. He realised taking the right information and motivation to groups at the workplace could be more impactful and he enjoys educating and inspiring groups to become empowered and create agency (for individuals) to make real change.

This podcast is another vehicle Matt uses to educate and motivate people more people.