In previous episodes, we’ve explored the unique body image pressures placed upon gay men, from the intense focus on gym culture and the idealized twink aesthetic to broader societal expectations and body obsession. These pressures can contribute to disordered eating, a struggle that is often overlooked in men despite its prevalence in the gay community.In this episode, Kyle Ridley, an Emmy Award winning journalist, joins us to discuss his personal experiences with disordered eating, the unique body image pressures faced by queer men, and strategies for navigating these struggles.Related Episodes:Listen to Episode 32. Gay Men and Body ObsessionListen to Episode 82. Gay Gym CultureListen to Episode 91. Fat and Fabulous: Embrace Body Positivity (with Matthew Simko)Listen to Episode 130. Pride in Motion: Inclusive Fitness and Body-Positive Coaching (with Roy Belzer)Listen to Episode 151. Twink Death: RIP Skinny JeansAdditional Resources:The Pressure to Achieve Perfection: Body Obsession in the Gay Community and Its Impact on Self-WorthNavigating Gay Gym Culture: Body Image, Societal Masculinity, and Mental HealthEmbracing Body Positivity in the Gay Community: Redefining Beauty Standards and Championing Self-LoveLGBTQ+ Body Image: Embracing Body Positivity and Redefining Fitness StandardsTwink Death: Navigating Aging, Aesthetics, and Body Image in Gay CultureLearn More About Kyle RidleySubscribe to The Tangle with Kyle RidleyFollow Kyle on InstagramConnect with Kyle on LinkedInLead to GoldThis is what wellness looks like in real life - no social media BS. ✨Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showGet Your Merch

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