Bend and Snatch

Why are trans people more likely to have an eating disorder? | #24 (PART TWO)

With Dr Kai Thomas, from the University of Cardiff, and H Arlo HarrisPart 2 in my series exploring why trans+ people have higher rates of eating disorders compared to cis peopleWe get into the science around eating disorders in trans populations, and H shares their story of how disordered eating, high-level sport and over-training left them with lifelong health conditions that changed everythingNOTES:Find Dr Kai Thomas on Instagram: @leading_study [instagram.com/leading_study] Sign up to do the research: [https://cardiffunipsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_etCFPH6rw0T8RFk]Find H on Instagram: @h.adaptivesport [instagram.com/h.adaptivesport]Find Pennie on Instagram: @superpennie [instagram.com/superpennie]Here's the link to the article I mentioned: [https://www.psychiatrist.com/news/why-gender-dysphoria-and-eating-disorders-are-often-connected/]And some stats on EDs in trans and non binary people from Beat Eating Disorders (compiled by Dr Kai Thomas) [https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/about-eating-disorders/research/learn-eating-disorder-research/eating-disorders-in-transgender-and-non-binary-people/#:~:text=TNB%20adults%20and%20young%20people,et%20al.%2C%202023)] Sign up to the Sheffield Pride Deadlift Party [https://www.stronghabits.uk/event-details/sheffield-pride-deadlift-party-2026-1] Donate to the fundraiser! [https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/fundraising/sheffield-pride-deadlift-party-2026]

The Shocking Link Between Gender Dysphoria and Eating Disorders | #23 (PART ONE)

*trigger warning* discussions of eating disordersPart one in a two-part series exploring why trans+ people have higher rates of eating disorders. In this episode I speak with mixed movement specialist Olive about their personal experiences of orthorexia and the role gender played in their disordered behaviours around food and exerciseAs well as Dr Rachel Evans, a psychologist specialising in eating disorders. She explains what constitutes an ED, shares some of her own battle with bulimia and provides some advice on how to recoverRachel created a useful resource for anybody who might need it: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCWORFqNf64/?img_index=1 [https://www.instagram.com/p/DCWORFqNf64/?img_index=1 ]Find Olive on instagram:  @YogawithOlive  [www.instagram.com/yogawitholive]Find Rahcel on instagram: @rachel.evans.phd [www.instagram.com/rachel.evans.phd]Find Pennie on instagram: @superpennie [instagram.com/superpennie]

Mastering strength & flexibility with Lucas Hardie (@rangeofstrength) | #22

I spoke to Lucas ( ⁨@rangeofstrength [instagram.com/rangeofstrength]⁩ ) about his journey through sport, strength and flexibility. He shared lessons from injuries over the years and mentors that helped shape him into the coach he is today. Lucas shares powerful insights on how to integrate diverse training modalities for long-term success, blending different styles and keeping training fun. In the episode, he mentions a few training resources, which I've linked below: BLOG: https://ditillo2.blogspot.com/ [https://ditillo2.blogspot.com/] DAN: https://www.instagram.com/flexibility.research/ [https://www.instagram.com/flexibility.research/] Farmer’s Burns books: https://amzn.to/4ryFyG6 [https://amzn.to/4ryFyG6] / https://amzn.to/4sIYanR [https://amzn.to/4sIYanR ] Stretching Scientifically: https://amzn.to/4sh2xqp [https://amzn.to/4sh2xqp ] Find Lucas on instagram: @rangeofstrength [instagram.com/rangeofstrength] Find Pennie on instagram: @superpennie [instagram.com/superpennie]

Do carbs matter for lifters? | #21 BRIEF

In this short episode, I look at the research to see if lifters need to worry about their carb intake I cover carb timing and dosages for performance and muscle building and look at how much glycogen lifting really depletes. meta 2025: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41420384/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41420384/]  meta 2022: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35809162/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35809162/] carbs on strength 2022: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8878406 [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8878406]  Follow Pennie instagram: @superpennie [instagram.com/superpennie] YouTube: @coachpennie [https://www.youtube.com/@CoachPennie] TikTok: @superpennie [https://www.tiktok.com/@superpennie]

How Abbye Stockton Redefined Femininity and Strength in American History | #20 BRIEF

Uncovering the Legacy of Abbye Stockton: Pioneering Women in Strength and Cultural Shifts Discover the inspiring life and impact of Abbye Stockton, a trailblazing woman who redefined strength, femininity, and societal perceptions of women in fitness. In this episode, we explore her historic feats, contributions to women’s strength sports, and how her story echoes today’s ongoing fight for gender equality in sports. Instagram: @superpennie [instagram.com/superpennie] | @bendsnatch.pod [instagram.com/bendsnatch.pod/] YouTube: @CoachPennie [https://www.youtube.com/@CoachPennie]