12% of all gym sign-ups happen in January, but what is unique about health and fitness for the queer community? Body confidence, body image, and the gym itself can be a thorny topic for LGBTQ+ people. Today we are joined by Matt Boyles, who specialises in helping gay, bisexual and trans men to improve their relationship with exercise! It’s a brilliant episode about broadening your fitness goals beyond physical changes and understanding how gay shame can present itself in a fitness environment. Prepare to be inspired and see y’all in the gym!LGBTQ+ trainers and fitness recommendationshttps://www.transcansport.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/transcansport- An organisation in Brighton offering a wide range of sports, activities and support, especially for trans and non-binary peoplehttps://www.sambarneslifestyle.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/sambarneslifestyle- Sam Barnes is an online coach specialising in working with trans peoplehttps://www.instagram.com/yourcoachgrace/-Grace Smith is LGBTQ+ and an online and in-person trainer.Buy tickets to the Homo Sapiens X Like Minded Friends live show here.? Homo Sapiens Spotify Playlist?Subscribe here for ad free listening?NEW EPISODE Every Thursday?Come play with us on socials Facebook & Instagram @Homosapiens?Email us: Hello@homosapienspodcast.com?Podcast Host: Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.