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Menopause
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Are you a busy woman in medicine looking to take your fitness and nutrition to the next level to thrive in all aspects of your life? Look no further! Welcome to The Fit Physician podcast. As women in medicine, it’s your nature to care for others, often at the expense of your own physical and mental well-being. This can go on for months, even years. It’s time to put an end to this narrative, for al... more

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In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we answer some of the most common nutrition questions about challenges we hear from women physicians trying to improve their health, body composition, and relationship with food. We discuss how to enjoy s... more

At 70 years old, Joan McDonald was facing high blood pressure, declining health, and the very real possibility of losing her independence. What started as a tough conversation with her daughter, fitness coach Michelle MacDonald, became the catalyst f... more

In this week’s episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with emergency physician and global health leader Dr. Michelle Niescierenko to discuss how she transformed her health and fitness while working in some of the most challenging and unpre... more

In this conversation, Jake Wright and Suzanne discuss the challenges of fat loss, the importance of preserving muscle mass, and the impact of menopause on body composition. They emphasize the need for sustainable approaches to fat loss and debunk the... more

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Joan McDonald
Fitness influencer known for Train with Joan
Train with Joan
Episode: Ep. 96: It’s Never Too Late: The Incredible Story Of How Joan McDonald Transformed Her Health at 70
Dr. Michelle Niescierenko
Emergency physician, global health leader
Self-identified guest on The Fit Physician
Episode: Ep. 95: Proof You Can Put Your Health First Even Through The Chaos Of Life In Medicine: Dr. Michelle's Story
Catherine Roscoe Barr
Neuroscience-based wellness coach, speaker and fitness professional
Self-employed / author of Feel Better Now
Episode: Ep. 93: A Neuroscience-Based Approach to Stress, Cortisol & Recovery with Catherine Roscoe Barr
Hollie Wakelyn
Board-certified pharmacist specializing in menopause care, hormone therapy and evidence-based medicine
Menopause Pharmacist (menopausepharmacist.org)
Episode: Ep. 91: Menopause Hormones Explained: Bioidentical, Compounded & Evidence-Based Care with Dr. Hollie Wakelyn
Dr. Lori Brotto
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, expert in women's sexual health
University of British Columbia
Episode: Ep. 90: Sex, Menopause & Desire: Understanding Low Desire, Pleasure & What’s Possible with Dr. Lori Brotto, MD
Andrea Pickett
Registered physiotherapist with pelvic health specialization
Birth Talks Workshops; Core Floor Rehabilitation Physio Program for New Moms
Episode: Ep. 89: Pelvic Floor Health 101: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Andrea Pickett, PT
Dr. Jen Gunter
OBGYN, author and prominent voice on women's health and misinformation
Self, author of The Vagina Bible; menopause and evidence-based medicine advocate
Episode: Ep. 83: Menopause, Medicine, and the Misinformation Crisis: Exploring the evidence with Dr. Jen Gunter
Mamta Gautam
Psychiatrist, founder of PeakMD, expert in physician health and well-being
PeakMD
Episode: Ep. 82: 36 Years Studying Physician Well-Being: Burnout, the System, and the 5 C’s of Resilience with Dr. Mamta Gautam
Mollie Eastman
Sleep coach, educator, host of The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast
Sleep Is A Skill
Episode: Ep. 80: Part 1: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman

Hosts

Jake Wright
Host and women's fitness specialist with 15+ years guiding busy women in medicine to build sustainable health and strength.
Suzanne Rutherford
Co-host, practicing physician with a background in nutritional sciences; focus on evidence-based nutrition and women's health.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Time well spent

    Fantastic guests and quality information for busy female physicians!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gracepq
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great dynamic

    Love listening to this while I workout. Feels like some friends encouraging me on my fitness journey. And I always learn something new!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AinsGil
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great topics and trusted advice

    This is one of my favourite podcasts! The topics are always timely and relevant to my own health goals. I appreciate Suzanne’s practical advice and it happens to be grounded in evidence, which is super important to me. It gives me confidence in applying the info to my own life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cabb2002
    Canadaa year ago
  • Awesome!!!

    Cant wait for the next episode to drop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sweetpea ii
    Canada2 years ago

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Guests are consistently credible, with topics that are timely and relevant to women physicians.
A strong emphasis on long-term health and sustainable fitness resonates with listeners.
Listeners praise practical, evidence-based guidance that's easy to implement during busy days.
The show's dynamic feels like listening to supportive friends who share real-world wellness tips.

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Ep. 87: Exploring The Rise of Peptides: Evidence, Unknowns, and Safety Concerns with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD
Q: You've mentioned how the population is being exposed to peptides in more mainstream settings. Where do you see this going in the next few years?
Lauren predicts continued growth in mainstream wellness spaces, but with increasing risks unless regulation improves and more robust human data become available.
Ep. 83: Menopause, Medicine, and the Misinformation Crisis: Exploring the evidence with Dr. Jen Gunter
Q: And so Jen, I'd love to start with the question. What events led you to become a leading voice debunking misinformation in women's health?
Jen explains she has always challenged bad science, which was reinforced by personal experiences with pregnancy complications and the online environment that exposed misinformation early in the medical internet era. Her commitment grew from a desire to ensure patients receive accurate information and care.
Ep. 80: Part 1: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman
Q: Where does the idea that Sleep Is A Skill come from, and how does the assessment lead to skill-building?
The concept emerges from treating sleep as a learnable capability, beginning with awareness, data collection, and testing to guide a structured program. The approach emphasizes building a routine and optimizing zeitgebers (time cues) to train the body's rhythm and improve performance.
Ep. 80: Part 1: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman
Q: What is the first initial assessment when someone isn't sleeping well?
Start with a comprehensive sleep assessment covering about 60 questions, integrate wearable data (especially aura or Whoop), obtain a sleep test (home-based when possible) to assess for sleep-disordered breathing and EEG-like sleep staging, and then tailor a course of action based on data plus subjective experience.
Ep. 81: Part 2: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman
Q: Is blue light as bad as it seems?
Mollie indicates that while blue light can disrupt sleep, familiarity and comfort with certain activities before bed may mitigate its negative effects.

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A practical health-and-witness-focused show for busy women in medicine that blends evidence-based fitness, nutrition, sleep, and preventative care with personal transformation stories. Episodes frequently spotlight menopause, pelvic health, stress management, cognitive aging, and building sustainable routines through small, consistent actions. Guests range from clinicians and researchers to coaching experts, all sharing actionable insights tailored to high-demand medical careers. The format emphasizes real-world application, compassionate coaching, and debunking misinformation, making it helpful for listeners seeking healthier lifestyles without sacrificing professional commitments.

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Recent guests on The Fit Physician include:

1. Joan McDonald
2. Dr. Michelle Niescierenko
3. Catherine Roscoe Barr
4. Hollie Wakelyn
5. Dr. Lori Brotto
6. Andrea Pickett
7. Dr. Jen Gunter
8. Mamta Gautam

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