To Binge or Not to Binge with Kerryne Henich
Welcome, FitBody Lifers!
In this empowering and heart-to-heart episode, Jami and Greg sit down with the incredible Kerryne Henich — a pro athlete, coach, wife, and mom — to unpack the complex topic of binge eating, particularly in the world of fitness and competition. They explore the mental, emotional, and habitual roots of bingeing, and offer compassionate, practical strategies for creating a healthier relationship with food. This isn’t just about nutrition; it’s about nurturing balance, self-awareness, and kindness toward ourselves.
5 Key Takeaways from the Episode
1️⃣ Intuitive Eating Days Can Break the Cycle
Corrine suggests incorporating intuitive eating days, where you step back from rigid tracking and listen to your body’s hunger cues. This helps reduce feelings of restriction and the temptation of “forbidden foods.”
2️⃣ Taking a Break from Dieting Can Restore Balance
Sometimes the best way forward is to stop tracking altogether for a period. Corrine recommends allowing your body and mind a reset — often, the desire for structure naturally returns once burnout fades.
3️⃣ Journaling Builds Self-Awareness
Writing down thoughts and feelings can reveal emotional triggers for binge urges. Corrine emphasizes using journal prompts to help clients identify the root of their cravings and break unconscious patterns.
4️⃣ Identify and Interrupt Environmental Triggers
The team discusses how environmental cues — like watching food shows or certain smells — can unconsciously drive cravings. By recognizing these triggers, you can intentionally choose a different response, such as drinking water or doing a puzzle.
5️⃣ Perfection Isn’t the Goal — Progress Is
Trying to eat “perfectly” often leads to the all-or-nothing mindset that fuels binges. Instead, the message is clear: it’s okay to enjoy a treat without guilt, and one off-plan item doesn’t mean the day is ruined.
