Why Strength Training Kicks Dieting’s Ass with Casey Johnston

In this episode of Factually, Adam Conover interviews Casey Johnston, author of "A Physical Education" and writer of the newsletter "She's a Beast," about her journey from restrictive dieting and endurance running to weightlifting and a healthier relationship with her body and food. They discuss the cultural pressures on women to be thin, the science behind muscle building, and the importance of listening to one's body. Casey shares her personal experiences and insights, advocating for a fitness approach focused on strength, functionality, and self-inquiry rather than punishing exercise and unattainable aesthetic ideals. The conversation also touches on the problematic aspects of diet culture and the media's role in promoting unrealistic body standards.