Wellness Paradox Podcast

Margaret Moore, aka Coach Meg has worked with thousands of coaches. The simple thing all successful wellness coaches do? Coaches help people cultivate the mindset to grow and expand themselves by: 1. Doing the work themselves. 2. Having conversations that encourage people to dig deeper. 3. Be with people by showing you are committed and believe in them. Thoughts? The full podcast with Michael Stack is linked in the comments. Wellcoaches | Applied Fitness Solutions | Institute of Coaching, McLean/Harvard Medical School #coaching #health

Today, episode #136 dropped! Ever wondered how healthcare systems shape public health across the globe? Join us as we welcome back Natalie Grinvalds, PhD, MPH, BSc, CHES, an expert with firsthand experience in both the American and UK healthcare systems, for a compelling exploration of their structural differences. Natalie, with her unique journey from the U.S. to England, shares invaluable insights into how exercise professionals can bridge the gap between medical care and wellness, offering a holistic approach that could transform health outcomes. This episode promises to unravel the contrasts between a privatized, for-profit model and a universal, tax-funded healthcare system. Our discussion takes a deep dive into the heart of the UK's National Health Service (NHS), tracing its evolution and examining the pressing challenges it faces today. From long wait times exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic to the urgent need for digital transformation, we explore how the NHS is adapting to meet modern demands. We also spotlight the vital role fitness professionals could play in this landscape, supporting the shift towards community care and prevention—key elements in achieving broader public health goals. Finally, we tackle the economic and social impacts of physical inactivity in both the United States and the United Kingdom, highlighting innovative solutions like the UK's exercise referral schemes. Dr. Grinvalds offers inspiring examples of collaboration between allied healthcare professionals, emphasizing the potential for lifestyle medicine to revolutionize our approach to wellness. By examining the strengths of each system, we uncover opportunities for mutual learning and improvement, paving the way for a future where integrated healthcare is not just a goal, but a reality. Listen at the link in the comments below! #fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing #healthcaresystem

Stay tuned for episode #136 airing tomorrow with Dr. Grinvalds! Check out the teaser for a sneak peak on our topic of "Solving the Wellness Paradox in Different Healthcare Systems." #fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing #healthcaresystem

Today, episode #12 in our WP x ACSM series dropped! This is the twelfth, and final, episode of our special podcast series exploring the Sept/Oct themed issue of the American College of Sports Medicine’s?Health & Fitness Journal?on professionalization and advocacy. In this episode, we’ll unlock the secrets to advancing your career in the exercise profession. We guarantee you'll learn how to transform your role by acting as a healthcare professional today, while staying on top of industry developments. Join our host, Michael Stack, as we weave together the collective wisdom of our esteemed guests from this special 12-part series, delivering a powerful call to action for exercise professionals. This is our chance to elevate the exercise profession, impact more lives, and shift from mere wellness to embracing a broader, more inclusive concept of well-being. Our episode ventures into the heart of building trust within the healthcare industry, emphasizing the crucial step of relationship-building with clients, members, and policymakers. Discover strategies for creating a collaborative referral network that combines exercise, nutrition, mindfulness, and coaching, ensuring holistic well-being and improved exercise outcomes. This is not just a reflection but a heartfelt thank you to everyone, including our listeners, the Health & Fitness Journal team, contributing authors, and the ACSM, for being part of this journey. Let's champion the power of movement together and continue advancing the professionalization path. Listen at the link in the comments below! #fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing

Two years ago today, episode #81 dropped! Aquatic exercise may not be something that many fitness professionals think of immediately when they’re considering complementary training modalities for clients. However, as our guest in episode 81, Irene Pluim-Mentz, can attest this is a very viable and effective form of training for clients of all ages and ability levels. As Irene will remind us in this conversation, don’t let the words aquatic exercise conjure up images of the “water aerobics” classes, as that is not what she’s referring to. Rather, the aquatic exercise we discuss in this episode is suitable for a wide spectrum of clients; from post-rehab and clients with joint issues, to fitness enthusiasts and athletes. This episode will explore the principles of aquatic exercise and considerations for implementing into your clients’ programs. If you’re looking for a way to diversify your toolbox of exercise modalities as a fitness professional, Irene has some great insight for you in this episode. #healthcare #wellness #fitness #exercise #health #wellbeing

Stay tuned for the final episode in this 12 part series collaboration with American College of Sports Medicine dropping Monday! Join us in this special episode where we welcome back each of our esteemed guests from this series. #fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing

Next week, episode #136 drops! Join us as we welcome back Dr. Grinvalds, an expert with firsthand experience in both the American and UK healthcare systems, for a compelling exploration of their structural differences. #fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing #healthcaresystem

Today, episode #10 in our WP x American College of Sports Medicine series collaboration dropped! This is the eleventh episode of our special podcast series exploring the Sept/Oct themed issue of the American College of Sports Medicine’s Health & Fitness Journal on professionalization and advocacy. In this episode, we’ll explore the important and complex topic of payment, with Christina Badaracco, MPH, RD, LDN, the lead author for the article in the themed issue entitled "Compensation for Exercise Professional Services." Christina has an extensive background in clinical research, healthcare policy, and public health program development. She’ll provide insights into various reimbursement models, including cash pay, health savings accounts, and insurance reimbursement, and how better understanding these methods and advocating for improvements can increase both accessibility and professional recognition in the exercise field. Christina shares her recent work with Avalere and the Physical Activity Alliance, shedding light on healthcare integration opportunities for interventions delivered by exercise professionals. Discover the hurdles that exercise professionals may face in a changing compensation landscape, from increased paperwork and lower reimbursement rates to the necessity for specialized knowledge and additional staff. We delve into the importance of clear quality measures and evidence-based programs to showcase the impact of fitness on health outcomes and healthcare costs. Additionally, Christina's explore the parallels between physical activity and the food is medicine initiative, and the importance of advocating for better integration, reimbursement, and support for advancing lifestyle medicine. This is an episode packed with strategies and insights critical for all exercise professionals to understand as they travel on their professionalization journey. Listen at the link in the comments below! #fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing

Two years ago today, episode #80 dropped! COVID dramatically impacted every aspect of our society, however healthcare was impacted more significantly than nearly any other sector. Healthcare is currently in a state of financial and operational disarray. Estimates from the American Hospital Association suggest that over 50% of hospital systems in the country will lose money this year. Healthcare executives (and the government) know the current economic equation is not sustainable. Costs are rising, imbursements are going down, and the American population is becoming more chronically diseased, which increases both human suffering and cost. This coexists with a greater level of public and government awareness around wellbeing and the role it plays in healthcare. Our guest in episode 80, David Flench, understands these coexisting factors well. David is the CEO & President of the Medical Fitness Association. He has spent nearly his entire professional career working and advancing the medical fitness model. As David points out in this conversation, medical fitness is not a health club business, it is a healthcare business (just like any other part of the healthcare system). The organization he leads is dedicated to the proliferation of the medical fitness model, to flip that cost equation on its head through focusing on lifestyle interventions as healthcare treatment modalities. What David and the Medical Fitness Association does is THE path to addressing the Wellness Paradox, in fact they are on that path right now. This conversation with David is a great look “under the hood” about the role medical fitness plays in the future of radically transforming healthcare and how you can get involved in that transformation. #healthcare #wellness #fitness #exercise #health #wellbeing

Getting closer to the release of ep. 11 in this series! Stay tuned! fitness #fitpros #fitnessprofessionals #health #wellness #exercise #wellbeing