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With this year’s brand new structure for our annual gathering, we’ve had a common question come up a few times:...

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Since 2016, the Body Positive Fitness Alliance (BPFA) has been redefining what fitness can look like—for every body. We’ve trained...

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An interview with Summit speakers Christina Malone (she/her) & William Lay (he/him) We recently sat down with gym owners, coaches,...

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By BPFA Board Member Christine DeFilippis In the vibrant world of group fitness, our words hold immense power – they...

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#TrainerTip – Revisit your space periodically with fresh eyes. Is it physically safe for all bodies? Are there any places...

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This glossary includes key terms you might encounter when exploring body-positive and inclusive fitness. These definitions are here to support...

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Louder for the people at the back: Black. Lives. Matter. Fitness for all bodies. We recognize the roots of the...

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The Body Positive Fitness Alliance stands in solidarity with intersex, transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive athletes*. We believe that if a...

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At BPFA we believe in sharing the spotlight to amplify the good work of other individuals and businesses in the...

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by Simone Samuels, BPFA Board Member and FitPro Body positivity says… My body is a good body, regardless of its...

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So Thursday was Thanksgiving in the United States. Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing… all the fixings and all the...