The Story Behind the Viral @When Nerds Teach – Meet Dr. Fatty Acid (EP. 049)

Dr. Fatty Acid, the viral creator behind @When_Nerds_Teach , joins Denise Thomas for a refreshingly honest conversation about finding CrossFit, battling fatty liver disease, navigating Wegovy, and rediscovering strength. A lifelong teacher, she talks about humor, vulnerability, and learning to love movement for what it gives, not how it looks. Topics Included Discovering CrossFit as a total beginner and overcoming intimidation Balancing modern medicine (Wegovy) with lifestyle change Teaching, burnout, and how CrossFit helps with decision fatigue Managing body image, binge eating, and food anxiety Resources Mentioned Book: “ Body Kindness ” by Rebecca Scritchfield Documentary: “ Clemente ” about Roberto Clemente’s life and legacy CrossFit Tantrum (Dr. Fatty Acid’s affiliate) Community Highlight At just 16, Harrison Kennedy is already competing at the highest levels of CrossFit, but his story is about more than training. After facing mental health struggles, Harrison found purpose again at CrossFit Delta Fox in northern England, a gym partnered with The 180 Project, which helps people rebuild their lives after prison, addiction, or trauma. Now he’s giving back, coaching younger athletes and showing them the same thing CrossFit showed him: that community and hard work can change everything. Know someone you think deserves to be highlighted? Nominate them  here. Share Your Thoughts: Email us [ podcasts@crossfit.com ] or complete our survey here.

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This episode was published on Nov 3, 2025.

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