🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨

🔥 Season 3, Episode 5 of The Medical Fitness Podcast is LIVE!

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. John Farrell, Assistant Professor and Human Performance Consultant at Texas State University. John’s expertise spans exercise training for adaptive athletes, individuals with chronic conditions, and elite performers—giving him a unique perspective on bridging the gap between rehabilitation and long-term fitness.

🏀 Why is this conversation so important?
For too many people, the transition from inpatient rehab to real-world physical activity is a dead end. Patients leave structured care but lose access to resources, support, and exercise guidance. John is tackling this issue head-on by exploring adaptive sports as a sustainable pathway—where fitness, function, and community come together to keep people moving for life.

👀 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ The missing link between rehab and lifelong exercise
✅ Why adaptive sports aren’t just for elite Paralympians—they’re for anyone needing a fitness outlet
✅ The critical role of strength training in neuroplasticity and nervous system health
✅ How fitness professionals can step up and fill the gap in adaptive training
✅ What’s holding back medical fitness from scaling—and how we fix it

🎧 Tune in NOW and let’s reimagine fitness as healthcare beyond the clinic. Available on all major platforms!

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🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨

🔥 Season 3, Episode 4 of The Medical Fitness Podcast is live, and this one is a must-listen! We’re sitting down with Ken Gorman, CEO of Power Wellness, to talk about the future of medical fitness, increasing physician referrals, and scaling fitness centers within healthcare systems. With nearly 30 years of experience leading the largest medical fitness management company in the U.S., Ken shares how Power Wellness is bridging the gap between fitness and healthcare—bringing evidence-based exercise programs to those who need them most.

🏥 Why does this matter? Because 75% of Americans don’t regularly engage in exercise, and 50% have at least one chronic condition. Traditional gyms aren’t designed to serve these populations, but medical fitness centers are changing the game by providing safe, structured programs designed by degreed and credentialed professionals. Power Wellness operates over 50 centers across the country, helping hospitals, academic institutions, and municipalities implement the medical fitness model to improve health outcomes on a massive scale.

👀 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ Why commercial gyms fail most people—and how medical fitness is the missing link
✅ How integrating fitness centers with healthcare systems is driving more patient referrals
✅ The role of technology and data tracking in improving patient engagement and long-term success
✅ How Power Wellness has built scalable, sustainable medical fitness solutions that work in hospitals, community centers, and beyond
✅ What the future holds for insurance reimbursement, virtual medical fitness, and value-based care

🎧 Tune in NOW and join us in redefining fitness as healthcare! Available on all major platforms.

Power Wellness Website: https://www.powerwellness.com/

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🎙️ Next Episode Alert: The Medical Fitness Podcast 🎙️

Are you ready to uncover the life-changing power of exercise as medicine?

Join us as we welcome Dr. Rob Newton, a world-renowned exercise oncology pioneer and the 2019 Western Australia Scientist of the Year, to the podcast! Dr. Newton shares groundbreaking insights from his decades of research at Edith Cowan University, where he leads the Exercise Medicine Research Institute.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• The science behind exercise creating a cancer-suppressive environment.
• How skeletal muscle acts as your body’s personal pharmacy against cancer.
• Why precision exercise medicine is transforming cancer care.
• Real-world applications of high-intensity resistance training and interval work for patients—even those with advanced cancers.

🚨 Exclusive: Dr. Newton reveals findings from the groundbreaking Movember-funded Interval GAP4 study and discusses his upcoming book, Exercise Medicine for Cancer!

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about bridging the gap between medicine and fitness, and especially for clinicians and patients looking to revolutionize cancer treatment.

Empower yourself with knowledge. Demand exercise medicine. Your journey starts here.

#MedicalFitnessPodcast #ExerciseOncology #CancerCare #PrecisionMedicine #ExerciseIsMedicine

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🚨 Part 2 is Here! 🎙️ Ready for the next chapter in the evolution of medical fitness? The latest episode of The Medical Fitness Podcast is live!

In Part 2, Jeff Young, Dr. Thomas Hammett, and David Flinch go beyond the “why” of medical fitness and dive into the "how"—breaking down the tools, technology, and strategies revolutionizing exercise as a medical intervention.

💡 Highlights include:

• Tech & Tools: Explore how advanced equipment and virtual solutions are transforming patient outcomes.
• Programming Excellence: Discover how tailored, periodized exercise programs elevate care for patients and clients alike.
• Case Studies in Action: Real-world examples of medical fitness programs leading the charge in health innovation.

🎧 If you're a fitness professional, clinician, or health enthusiast, this is the gold standard in patient-centered care. Tune in now to learn how medical fitness is bridging the gap between healthcare and fitness—one program at a time.

👉 Listen to Episode 2 now! Links below 🔗

🎙️ Join the conversation—what stood out most to you in this episode? Drop your thoughts below!

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🚨 New Year, New Episode!

🎙️ Start 2025 with a thought-provoking dive into the evolving world of medical fitness! In the latest episode of The Medical Fitness Podcast, Jeff Young, Dr. Thomas Hammett, and David Fletch tackle the why behind the medical fitness movement and its critical role in bridging the gap between fitness and healthcare. From its early origins to its growing relevance in today’s healthcare landscape, this episode explores how medical fitness is uniquely positioned to combat chronic disease, improve population health, and revolutionize exercise as a true medical intervention.

💡 With a $112 billion health and fitness industry projected to nearly double by 2030, why do chronic disease rates continue to climb? The hosts break down the key challenges and opportunities in ensuring exercise becomes an essential part of the healthcare continuum. Discover why traditional fitness models fall short for many populations and how medical fitness provides a higher standard of care through tailored exercise programs, clinical oversight, and outcome tracking.

🌟 But this is just the beginning! This is Part 1 of an exciting two-part series. In two weeks, we’ll return to delve deeper into the how of medical fitness, covering the tools, technology, and program designs that are setting the gold standard in patient-centered care. Plus, hear case studies and insights on what it takes to make medical fitness accessible, scalable, and impactful.

🎧 Whether you're a fitness professional, clinician, or simply passionate about health, this is the episode you won’t want to miss. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what topics you’d love to hear more about in Part 2! 👇

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In this episode of the Medical Fitness Podcast, we sit down with Doug Ribley, a seasoned leader and pioneer in the medical fitness industry with over 40 years of experience. Doug shares his journey from helping to build world-class wellness centers at Cleveland Clinic Akron General to advising health systems nationwide on how to create successful, sustainable wellness programs. He dives into the critical importance of using data-driven strategies to design and operate wellness centers, ensuring they align with market needs while delivering meaningful health outcomes. Doug emphasizes that achieving financial sustainability is not just about reducing costs but also about creating efficient, impactful programs that fulfill the mission of keeping communities healthy and well.

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Doug also explores the key elements that differentiate the medical fitness model from traditional fitness facilities, including medical oversight, qualified staff, clinical integration, and a focus on safety. He highlights innovative strategies such as the “surround wellness” approach to improve access for underserved populations and stresses the growing role of technology and virtual services in the future of medical fitness. This episode is packed with actionable insights for healthcare leaders, fitness professionals, and anyone passionate about building stronger, healthier communities through evidence-based wellness programs. Don’t miss this inspiring and informative discussion!

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We’re excited to share the latest episode of The Medical Fitness Podcast, featuring a groundbreaking conversation with Dr. John Jakicic, an internationally renowned expert in exercise science and obesity treatment. With decades of research and clinical experience, Dr. Jakicic brings invaluable insights into how physical activity can be integrated into modern healthcare to create transformative outcomes for patients.

In this episode, we explore key updates from the 2024 ACSM consensus statement on physical activity and obesity, highlighting why the conversation needs to move beyond weight loss to focus on holistic health and well-being. Dr. Jakicic unpacks the complexity of obesity treatment, emphasizing the importance of personalized care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the vital role of credentialed fitness professionals in bridging the gap between fitness and medicine.

Whether you’re a clinician, fitness professional, or someone passionate about improving healthcare, this episode offers actionable insights and a vision for the future of medical fitness. Don’t miss this engaging discussion that challenges the status quo and inspires a new way of thinking about obesity treatment.

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Episode Title: Breaking the Fitness-Medicine Barrier with Josh Lyons

Are you a clinician frustrated with vague exercise prescriptions that don’t stick? Or a fitness professional aiming to elevate your impact in the healthcare arena? Tune into a game-changing episode where we dive deep with Josh Lyons, CEO of Pinnacle Lifestyle Medicine, as he shares a bold new approach to transforming lives through medical fitness.

🩺 What’s Inside:

• Rethinking Exercise as Medicine: Discover why traditional fitness models struggle to serve chronic health needs and why the “self-serve pharmacy” approach falls short.
• Beyond Sick Care: Josh and our host break down the "false health curve" and the urgent need for a proactive, optimum-health mindset. Are you ready to be part of this paradigm shift?
• A Proven Medical Fitness Model: Get inspired by Pinnacle’s data-driven system, which marries fitness and healthcare to tackle chronic disease head-on—combining precision, accountability, and real health outcomes.
• Metrics That Motivate: Learn how a science-backed approach to goal setting can replace entertainment-based fitness, creating lasting change and high patient satisfaction.
• Bridging the Gap: From Technogym’s revolutionary equipment to real-time patient data, hear how Josh’s team is building trust with medical providers, proving that fitness deserves its place in the continuum of care.

Why You Should Listen: Join us for this insightful conversation and gain actionable advice on how to:

1. Build credibility with medical providers.
2. Design fitness programs that meet clinical standards.
3. Empower clients with meaningful progress and measurable success.

Whether you’re a clinician or fitness professional, this episode will challenge you to rethink, redesign, and redefine your approach to health and fitness!

🎧 Ready to transform the future of fitness in healthcare? Listen now to learn from the best and start making a real difference.

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