A Space for Every Body:
Addressing Weight Bias in the Fitness Industry

For many, the lack of body size diversity in traditional fitness—from gym marketing materials to workout classes and beyond—has led to feeling unwelcome or uncomfortable in fitness spaces. But it doesn’t have to be that way. 


Led by ACE Expert and Certified Personal Trainer, Jacque Crockford, DHSc and Editor in Chief of SELF Magazine, Leta Shy, hear from a panel of experts on how you can play a significant role in helping combat weight bias and stigma in the health and fitness industry.

  • Recognize and create a more inclusive fitness space
  • Build best practices for clients who may have experienced weight bias
  • Gain the tools necessary to serve, understand and become an ally for people of all sizes

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The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is the leading nonprofit exercise professional and health coach certification organization with more than 90,000 well-respected certified professionals worldwide who share a mission to get people moving.


Since 1985, ACE has been working to significantly impact inactivity-related diseases by offering NCCA-accredited certifications, creating robust continuing education opportunities, publishing original research and advocating for policies that give communities access to the resources they need to lead healthy lives.