In this episode of Real Over Ideal, Vanessa Gorelkin speaks with Pam Moore, an occupational therapist turned health and fitness journalist and comedian.

Here's everything you need to know about Pam Moore:

Pam Moore is an occupational therapist-turned-award-winning health and fitness freelance journalist, intuitive eating coach, and standup comic.

As an intuitive eating coach, her mission is to help women break up with the scale and move their bodies because it feels good — not as punishment. As a writer, she’s covered everything from diet culture to deadlifts for outlets including The Washington Post, Runner's World, and SELF.

Despite, or more likely because of being picked last for every team as a kid, Pam is an avid gravel cyclist, a long-time indoor cycling teacher, certified personal trainer, six-time marathoner, and two-time Ironman finisher.

She lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband and two daughters.

Socials/website:
Website: https://pam-moore.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pammoorewriter/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pammoore303/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PamMoore303

This episode dives into the importance of intuitive eating, the impact of ADHD on personal journeys, and the concept of reinvention.

It gets meta, as we like to do on Real Over Ideal when Vanessa and Pam talk about the time Vanessa was on Pam's podcast on her 10/5/2021 Episode of Real Fit. Check that appearance out here:

https://www.pam-moore.com/realfit/2021/10/05/how-to-stop-obsessing-about-food-and-weight

Pam shares her experiences with mental health, movement, and the significance of finding joy in activities rather than viewing them as punishments. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-acceptance and the journey towards understanding one's body and needs.

The companion episode promised at the end of the show will be publishing on 8/21/25 in which you'll be guided through the Mindful Eating Exercise mentioned at the end of the show, it will be coming out on 8/21/25.

Takeaways
Being functional is more important than being impressive.
Intuitive eating helps women reconnect with their bodies.
ADHD can be both a hindrance and a motivator.
Reinvention is a continuous journey, not a destination.
Flow state enhances mental health and creativity.
Intuitive eating is about listening to your body's signals.
Indulgence should be redefined as self-care.
Self-acceptance is crucial for emotional well-being.
Satisfaction in meals is key to preventing emotional eating.
Trusting oneself is a process that requires practice.

Content note: brief mentions of eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors are mentioned in the discussion

Vanessa Gorelkin, MA, OTR/L is a licensed Occupational Therapist with 30 years of experience. She is in private telehealth practice-- providing therapy and coaching services nationally and internationally.

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