7. Short of Breath and Sweaty: Exercise Tips for Everyone
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
Release Date: 06/28/2024
33. The Power of Muscle: Strength Training for Real Life Health (Part 1)
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
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32. Overcoming your health fears
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
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31. Realistic Meal Prepping
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
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30. The Great Diabetes Debate: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes with Fawn Wolf, MD
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In this inspiring episode of Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor, Dr. Miles Hassell teams up with Fawn Wolf to talk about how patients have reversed their Type 2 diabetes. They covered a variety of topics such as motivations, lifestyle, diet, genetics, and more. Consider attending the upcoming conference in Portland, Oregon to learn more on April 26th, 2025. Register here: More references can be found at Would you like Dr. Hassell to answer your question on the air? Contact us! Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: Write us a letter. We love to hear from you. This podcast is...
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29. The Power of Home Cooking (Part 2)
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
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28. The Power of Home Cooking (Part 1)
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
In this episode of Walk, Don’t Run to the Doctor, Karen Zinck, founder of My Family Chef, shares how home-cooked meals improve health, save money, and strengthen family connections. With a background in healthcare, she emphasizes the benefits of whole, minimally processed foods and the importance of meal planning for reducing stress. She offers practical tips on making cooking easier, from using simple recipes to investing in time-saving kitchen tools. Karen also highlights the financial savings and long-term health benefits of eating at home while acknowledging that outsourcing some meal...
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27. How to be Strategic when Dining Out
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
Welcome to Episode 27 of Walk, Don’t Run to the Doctor. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of dining out and how it affects your health. Hidden calories, ultra-processed ingredients, and higher costs are just a few reasons why eating out regularly can hinder your path to optimal wellness. We discuss how home cooking allows for better control over ingredients, increased nutrient intake, and significant savings—all while supporting your health goals. We also provide practical strategies for making home cooking enjoyable and accessible. From developing simple...
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26. Healthspan Hacks: Live Longer, Age Smarter with Diane Shiffer
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
Join Dr. Miles Hassell and special guest Diane Shiffer, a physical therapist, as they delve into the concept of "healthspan"— living your best, healthiest life for as long as possible. Discover actionable strategies to enhance your healthspan and make choices that positively impact aging, independence, and quality of life. Summary: In this insightful episode, Dr. Hassell and Diane discuss the importance of maintaining balance in life, emphasizing evidence-based lifestyle tools to improve aging outcomes. They explore topics like muscle mass preservation, cardiovascular health, protein...
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25. How to Age Gracefully, Stay Active, and Invest in Your Health with Diane Shiffer
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
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24. Best of 2024: Listener Stories and Successes
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD
Welcome to Episode 24 of "Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor," where we empower you to unlock your body's healing potential through evidence-based lifestyle changes. Join Miles Hassell, MD, as we share inspiring real-life stories and practical advice for avoiding preventable diseases and achieving lasting health. Key Takeaways: The Power of Lifestyle Choices: Evidence-based tools like diet, exercise, and self-care can help prevent chronic conditions and reduce dependency on medications. Healing Without Surgery: Stories of individuals avoiding joint replacements and reversing chronic conditions...
info_outlineIncorporating daily physical activity into your routine is one of the most powerful ways to enhance your overall health and well-being. Exercise isn't just about hitting the gym; it's about making movement a regular part of your life. Lifestyle changes can truly transform your health, helping you feel better, look better, and live longer.
In today’s episode Miles Hassell, MD explores the profound health benefits of exercise and provides practical tips on how to make it a part of your daily life.
A few takeaways from Miles Hassell, MD:
- Exercise is a powerful tool in the fight against many diseases. Regular physical activity helps prevent and manage conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and neurodegenerative diseases.
- Don’t get caught up in theory—focus on practice. Begin with small, manageable goals, such as walking for 10 minutes a day, and gradually increase the duration and intensity of your workouts.
- Find activities you enjoy to make exercise feel less like a chore and more like a fun part of your day.
Good habits like regular exercise not only enhance your quality of life but also play a crucial role in disease prevention. By incorporating daily physical activity into your routine, you gain more control over your health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Remember, we don’t all love exercise, but staying accountable and finding ways to incorporate movement into your life can lead to transformative health benefits.
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