Let's have a Conversation about Fitness over 40 with Coach Stacey!! Listen, it is time to get real and talk about solutions, not just problems so we can take our health back, our power back, and deactivate survival mode to thrive in our 40s and beyond. Don't miss this powerful conversation! Download and listen Now!! More about Coach Stacey | https://sculptedbystacey.com/ Stacey is a Personal Trainer born and raised in the Mattapan section of Boston who truly understands the fitness journey from the ground up. While she was not a very active teen or young adult, at 43 she decided to take control of her health by joining a local fitness center. Stacey attacked her fitness journey, pushing and encouraging others along the way, which prompted the owner to add her as a Fitness Coach. There she taught small-group and 1:1 strength training sessions. After parting in 2018, she continued offering classes to the community through The Community Builders, the Roxbury Center for the Performing Arts, 4Star Dance Studio, and outdoor bootcamps. Stacey also served three years as a Peer Coach with the DotRX Program, a health-based program through the Codman Square Health Center. In 2022, Stacey officially launched her own business, Sculpted By Stacey Fitness Inc. landing an opportunity to provide fitness classes to children in grades K - 6th at the Trotter Elementary School in Boston. Currently, Stacey offers weight-loss/strength training classes and 1:1 sessions through Sculpted By Stacey Fitness Inc. held in Dorchester and Mattapan, MA as well as virtual options. In addition, Stacey is a BodyBuilder who has competed locally and nationally since 2017. She is also a full-service fitness competition coach, helping and preparing others to compete.
In this episode of Conversations with Coach LA, Coach LA, special guest fitness coach and female bodybuilder Coach Stacy explore 5 Pain Points in Fitness for Black Women:
1. Cultural Representation and Accessibility: Many fitness spaces, both physical and digital, often lack diversity in trainers and clientele, leading to feelings of alienation for Black women. The representation of body types, beauty standards, and cultural understanding can be limited, making it challenging to find relatable and inclusive fitness environments.
2. Hair Care Concerns: Managing hair, especially natural hairstyles, can be a significant concern. The effects of sweat and frequent washing on natural hair can make consistent exercise challenging, as it may require additional time and care to maintain hairstyles.
3. Health Disparities and Medical Mistrust: Black women may face unique health challenges, such as higher rates of hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. However, a history of medical mistrust and systemic biases in healthcare can hinder access to appropriate care and fitness resources, making it harder to address these issues.
4. Economic Barriers: The cost of gym memberships, personal trainers, and even healthy foods can be prohibitive. Black women, particularly those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, may find it difficult to afford these resources, limiting their ability to participate in fitness activities.
5. Societal and Cultural Expectations: There can be societal pressures and cultural norms that either discourage Black women from prioritizing fitness or emphasize certain body types over others. This can lead to internal conflicts and a lack of motivation to engage in regular exercise.
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