John Acquaviva, PhD Exploring Catholic Body Image

Bringing Catholic Teaching to Sport, Health, and Fitness

John holds a PhD in exercise science and teaches at Wingate University (NC). His courses include anatomy & physiology, strength & conditioning, applied nutrition, exercise physiology, and weight loss, weight gain & body image. Over the years, he has given hundreds of energetic presentations to fitness enthusiasts, prospective teachers, and Catholic Church adult congregations, youth groups, and campus ministries. He is the host of Faith and Sport on Carolina Catholic Radio, Mondays 2 pm EST. His book, Improving Your Body Image Through Catholic Teaching is available through Tan Books.

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"The body image crisis has never been greater, but this book gives great reason to hope!”
- Christopher West, Author

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