The Real Body Podcast

Welcome to TRB – The Real Body Podcast, where we’re rewriting what it means to have a healthy body and mind. Hosted by trainer and movement coach, Tessa, this podcast is here to break free from toxic fitness and diet culture, helping you unlearn the industry’s harmful messaging and reconnect with yourself in a way that feels good—inside and out.Your real body is the one you have right now, and it deserves respect, kindness, and freedom to move in ways that support both your physical and mental well-being. Here, we explore what it means to feel strong—without guilt, shame, or pressure to shrink or conform.Each episode, we’ll have real conversations about movement, mindset, self-acceptance, and finding joy in taking care of ourselves without the toxic rules. This is about unlearning the noise, embracing who you are, and discovering what freedom in your own skin can feel like.Because The Real Body is your body—right now, as it is. And your healthiest self is the one that feels good in

The Real Body Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Tessa Reyes Benz, with 9 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tessa Reyes Benz hosts The Real Body Podcast, a health show with 9 episodes published.

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  Trending Topics with Tessa: Are These Fitness Fads Worth It?

  Sep 26, 202526 minS0

  <p>Fitness trends are everywhere... weighted vests, walking pads, cycle syncing, creatine. BUT are they worth the hype? Or just another shiny object being pushed into your feed so companies and influencers can make a quick buck? In this episode of The Real Body, I’m breaking down these trending tools one by one. We’ll talk about what’s real, what’s marketing, who they’re actually good for, and how you can often get the same benefits for free. I’ll share my honest opinions, the science behind each trend, and practical alternatives that fit into real life. Whether you’...

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  Dana’s Story: A True Beginner's Transformation

  Sep 4, 20251h 5mS0

  <p>Welcome to another episode of The Real Body! This episode is part of my Real Body Stories series, where I bring on women to share their authentic fitness journeys, because transformation is about so much more than before-and-after photos.</p> <p>In this episode, I sit down with my client Dana, who started her journey in March 2024 as a true beginner in strength training. Over the past year and a half, I’ve had a front-row seat to her complete transformation. From moving through grief, to discovering a whole new relationship with her body, Dana’s story is full of h...

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  The Power of Breathwork with Jessica Marie

  Aug 22, 202554 minS0

  <p>What if the key to feeling calmer, more present, and more connected to your body was as simple as your next breath? In this episode of The Real Body, I sit down with life coach and breathwork coach Jessica Marie to dive into the world of guided breathwork. We explore what actually happens when you bring breathwork into your daily life, why it can be more than just “taking a deep breath,” and how this practice can transform your health, your energy, and your relationship with your body. Together, we tackle some of the most common myths about breathwork, clea...

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  Toxic Body Talk

  May 14, 202533 minS0

  <p>Ever find yourself saying things like “I need to lose weight before I can wear that” or “I’ve let myself go”? You’re not alone—and it’s time we unpack where these thoughts come from and how to break free from them. In this powerful episode, host Tessa takes a raw and real look at toxic body talk—those harmful narratives we absorb from media, fitness culture, and even loved ones that shape how we see and treat our bodies. You’ll learn: ✨ Where toxic body messaging really comes from (hint: it’s everywhere) ✨ How it turns into your inner voice with...

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  The Real Body - How We Got Here

  Apr 24, 202518 minS0

  <p>In this inaugural episode of The Real Body Podcast, Tessa introduces listeners to the heart and soul of her new show—a space dedicated to honest, empowering conversations about fitness, health, and self-acceptance. You’ll hear why she started the podcast, her personal journey escaping the clutches of diet culture, and what “The Real Body” really means.</p>

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