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207 - The Truth About Trauma and Weight
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Michelle Tubman unpacks the increasingly popular belief that all larger bodies are the result of trauma. Drawing from her experience as a physician, coach, and someone who lives in a larger body herself, Michelle explores the origins of this narrative, how it harms those in bigger bodies, and why it's not supported by the full scope of science—or lived experience. She breaks down the nuances of the ACEs study, how trauma (including intergeneratio
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June 12, 2025
207 - The Truth About Trauma and Weight
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Michelle Tubman unpacks the increasingly popular belief that all larger bodies are the result of trauma. Drawing from her experience as a physician, coach, and someone who lives in a larger body herself, Michelle explores the origins of this narrati…
June 5, 2025
206 - Lipedema: The Unrecognized Disorder Affecting Millions of Women
June is Lipedema Awareness Month—and chances are, you or someone you love may be living with this misunderstood condition. Join Dr. Michelle Tubman, Emma Cloney, and Diana Dimmock for an eye-opening conversation on what lipedema really is, why it’s so often missed, and how we can fight for recognit…
May 29, 2025
205 - Hot Takes with Rob: Gym Selfies, Cheat Days, Dad Bods & More
In this episode of Thrive Beyond Size, Michelle Tubman and her husband Rob Isa engage in a lighthearted discussion about various topics related to body image, fitness, and food. They explore the cringe factor of gym selfies, the concept of cheat days, and the double standards surrounding dad bods. …
May 22, 2025
204 - Rethinking Exercise: How to Make Movement Joyful, Not a Chore
In this episode of Thrive Beyond Size, Michelle Tubman discusses the concept of joyful movement, sharing personal experiences from a recent camping trip with her husband. The conversation explores the importance of reframing exercise from an obligation to a source of joy, recognizing everyday activ…
May 15, 2025
203 - When You Rush Through Life (and Reach for Food Instead)
What if your eating habits could teach you more about how you move through the world than you ever imagined? In this deeply personal episode, I share insights sparked by a recent labyrinth walk—one that cracked open an uncomf...
May 8, 2025
202: Healthism and Why It's Harmful
What happens when health becomes a moral obligation instead of a personal choice? In this episode, Dr. Michelle Tubman unpacks the hidden harms of healthism—and how to reclaim body autonomy, self-trust, and care on your own terms.
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