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Many things in life can negatively impact mental and physical health more than you realize — and it may not be what you think.
We take a bold, honest look at fitness influencers, social media, and what that constant exposure to curated bodies, aesthetic-driven workouts, and “fitspiration” content is really doing to your confidence, your choices, and your results — especially in midlife and menopause.
From the rise of fitness influencers to the research showing two-thirds of top posts lack scientific backing, we unpack the difference between influence and expertise — and why it matters for your body, your hormones, and your long-term health.
Because what feels motivating in the moment may be the very thing that negatively impacts mental and physical health.
The Hidden Habit That Negatively Impacts Mental and Physical Health
What Is a Fitfluencer?
- Somebody who posts fitness, nutrition, or lifestyle content.
- There is no credential required.
What the Research Shows
A 2023 study published in BMC Public Health analyzed popular “fitspiration” accounts and found:
- There were roughly 350,000 fitness influencers on Instagram alone — and many are not certified or formally trained.
- 95% of fitness influencers on social media have never trained a single human being.
- Two thirds of the most popular posts lacked sound evidence.
- Many posts had “no science, evidence-based backing it up.”
- Some messaging could negatively impact mental and physical health.
- Many women feel worse after scrolling — not better.
Certifications vs. Menopause Expertise
- Certification does not guarantee menopause-specific education.
- Training yourself is not the same as coaching a hundred different bodies.
- Menopause transition… is never mentioned in a basic certification textbook.
Science vs. Real-World Application
- “You are a study of one.”
- No two bodies respond exactly the same. Real expertise comes from the ability to:
- Interpret research
- Apply it appropriately
- Adjust for real-life women in menopause
- A million followers does not equal understanding your 52-year-old body.
Why This Matters
- Social media is designed to trigger emotion and keep you engaged.
- “You are not broken. There’s nothing wrong with you. You are enough.”
Opportunity for Coaches
- For health and fitness professionals, there is a massive opportunity to stand out by being:
- Educated
- Transparent
- Grounded in science
- Skilled in practical application
- Lived experience + science-based programming builds real authority and trust.
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- You are not behind.
- You are not broken.
- You are enough.
Daily Habits That Negatively Impacts Mental and Physical Health Fast
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References:
- BMC Public Health. 2023, PMID: 36864397.
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