Close Modal Movement for Every Body The Museum of Science is thrilled to welcome Dr. Marcia Dernie for a special evening celebrating the release of her new book, Movement for Every Body, an inclusive fitness guide. Dr. Marcia Dernie’s new book, Movement for Every Body, is an inclusive fitness guide created for those who have spent their whole lives trying to fit a square peg into a round hole when it comes to exercise. This book is for the person who is often othered in fitness, wellness, and health spaces. And for those who find the idea of exercise and movement overwhelming, scary, and inaccessible.Broken into four chapters that provide background information, journaling prompts, and illustrated movement activities, this groundbreaking new guide will prepare readers for each stage of their fitness journey, provide tips and resources for users, and broaden the wellness industry so that every body feels welcome and safe to participate.Don’t miss this inclusive evening of conversation with Dr. Marcia followed by a book signing.This program is free, thanks to the generosity of the Lowell Institute. Register for the Event Date and Time Wednesday, April 16 | 7:00 pm Audience Adults 18+ Location Blue Wing View Map Price Free with Pre-Registration Language English Register for the Event Date and Time Wednesday, April 16 | 7:00 pm Audience Adults 18+ Location Blue Wing View Map Price Free with Pre-Registration Language English Dr. Marcia Dernie’s new book, Movement for Every Body, is an inclusive fitness guide created for those who have spent their whole lives trying to fit a square peg into a round hole when it comes to exercise. This book is for the person who is often othered in fitness, wellness, and health spaces. And for those who find the idea of exercise and movement overwhelming, scary, and inaccessible.Broken into four chapters that provide background information, journaling prompts, and illustrated movement activities, this groundbreaking new guide will prepare readers for each stage of their fitness journey, provide tips and resources for users, and broaden the wellness industry so that every body feels welcome and safe to participate.Don’t miss this inclusive evening of conversation with Dr. Marcia followed by a book signing.This program is free, thanks to the generosity of the Lowell Institute. Featuring Image Dr Marcia Dernie Dr Marcia Dernie (she/they) is a Doctor Of Physical Therapy, accessible yoga teacher, child of Haitian immigrants, dancer, and chronically ill strength athlete. Their book Movement for Every Body serves as an inclusive roadmap for folks of all abilities, shades, and sizes to enjoy movement. She also provides free and affordable online resources to help folks move better through her platform @MoveWithMarcia. Image Latoya Shauntay Snell Recognized by The Root 100 as a leading figure among influential African Americans aged 25 to 45, Latoya Shauntay Snell is a sponsored multi-sport endurance athlete, ultrarunner and advocate for body inclusivity, reshaping perceptions in the fitness industry. Featured in Runner’s World, The New York Times, and beyond, Snell is redefining fitness norms through her groundbreaking achievements and vocal advocacy for intersectionality in sports and wellness.Instagram: @iamlshauntay | @runningfatchef | @rfcpod Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/runningfatchef Twitter: @iamlshauntayThreads: @iamlshauntayWebsites: www.iamlshauntay.com | www.runningfatchef.com LinkedIn: Latoya Shauntay SnellTikTok: @iamlshauntay(Photo credit: W. Eric Snell, Sr.)
