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by Jake Wright & Dr. Suzanne Rutherford
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 all women physicians! And it starts now, with you, and The Fit Physician podcast!Hosted by Jake Wright, BSc, a women’s fitness specialist with over 15 years of experience and joining him is, Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD, a practicing physician with an undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences. You’d be hard pressed to find two experts more passionate about empowering women physicians to live life to the fullest through prioritizing health and fitness.Suzanne & Jake have dedicated the past 6 years transforming the lives of 100s of women in medicine such as yourself. Their passion for ins
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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 unpredictable environments in the world. From traveling to more than 75 countries to navigating airports, time zones, hotel rooms, and demanding work schedules, Dr. Michelle shares how she stopped waiting for the "perfect time" and started taking small, sustainable steps toward better health.Together with her coach, Dan Porter, Dr. Michelle opens up about the mindset shifts, fitness strategies, and nutrition habits that helped her build strength, confidence, and consistency despite a life that rarely follows a plan. This conversation is a powerful reminder that meaningful change doesn't require perfect circumstances—just a willingness to start where you are and keep moving forward, one step at a time.--👉 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
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 myth of inevitable weight regain. They also highlight the importance of strength training and adequate protein intake. The conversation concludes with a message of empowerment and self-worth.--👉 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
Have you ever felt like stress is just part of who you are now? Like life and responsibilities constantly pile up and there is no off switch? In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with neuroscience-based wellness coach and bestselling author Catherine Roscoe Barr to explore the science of stress, cortisol, nervous system regulation, and recovery for busy high-achieving women.We talk about the difference between acute and chronic stress, how stress impacts the body and brain, and practical tools to help you shift from burnout toward greater calm, energy, and resilience.This conversation is packed with practical takeaways for women physicians looking to better manage stress while still showing up fully for their careers, families, and themselves.--👉 Click here to follow Catherine on Instagram👉 Click here to check out her website
In this week’s episode, we dive into a fascinating study exploring the connection between leg strength and brain health in women as they age. Researchers followed female twins over a 10-year period and found that women with greater leg power performed significantly better on memory and cognitive testing years later.We break down what the study actually means, why strength training may play a powerful role in protecting cognitive function, and how building stronger legs today could impact your quality of life for decades to come. If you needed another reason to prioritize resistance training… look no further.--👉 Click here for the full study👉 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
“Bioidentical.” “Compounded.” “Customized for you.”These terms are everywhere in menopause care but what do they actually mean?In this episode, we sit down with pharmacist, Dr. Hollie Wakelyn, PharmD, BCACP, MSCP, who shares her deep expertise in hormone therapy to separate fact from fiction. We dive into the real differences between approved hormones and compounded products, why so many women are being steered toward them, and what most people aren’t being told about safety, regulation, and outcomes.--💪 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
For too long, women’s sexual health has been overlooked, misunderstood, or simply not talked about. In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with world-renowned sexual health researcher Dr. Lori Brotto to unpack the science of desire, what really changes during menopause, and why so many women have been led to believe they’re “broken” when they’re not. We explore spontaneous vs. responsive desire, why low desire is often deeply misunderstood, and how mindfulness may be one of the most powerful and overlooked tools for improving sexual well-being.We also dive into pain with sex, the role of hormones and relationships, and how women (and clinicians) can start having more open, shame-free conversations about sexual health. This is a practical, compassionate, and deeply validating episode that sheds light on a topic that impacts quality of life in profound ways but rarely gets the attention it deserves.--💪 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
Pelvic floor health is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood pieces of women’s health and fitness. In this episode, we sit down with pelvic health physiotherapist Andrea Pickett to break down what’s actually going on when it comes to symptoms like leakage, urgency, pain, and pressure… and why so many women are told it’s “just part of aging” or something they have to live with.We dive into what’s normal (and what’s not), the difference between strength vs. coordination, and how to actually support your pelvic floor through training, lifestyle, and simple daily habits. Whether you’re postpartum, in midlife, or just want to feel stronger and more confident in your body, this conversation guide you to understand your core, your workouts, and your long-term health.---💪 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
Meet Michelle, a rural family physician who spent nearly three decades caring for her community while her own health slowly took a back seat. Between long shifts, motherhood, and the loss of her fitness community during COVID, she found herself feeling isolated, deconditioned, and unsure how to move forward. As menopause began to shift her body in ways she didn’t recognize, she knew something had to change—but didn’t know where to start.Michelle shares how she rebuilt her strength, confidence, and energy—achieving things she never thought possible, like a 175 lb back squat at 56. We talk about navigating menopause, recovering from surgery without losing progress, and what it actually looks like to prioritize yourself in a demanding career. Her story is a powerful reminder that no matter how the odds feel stacked against you, it’s possible to feel strong and confident in your body as a busy woman in medicine.---💪 Click here to learn more about The Fit Physician Coaching
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 all women physicians! And it starts now, with you, and The Fit Physician podcast!Hosted by Jake Wright, BSc, a women’s fitness specialist with over 15 years of experience and joining him is, Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD, a practicing physician with an undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences. You’d be hard pressed to find two experts more passionate about empowering women physicians to live life to the fullest through prioritizing health and fitness.Suzanne & Jake have dedicated the past 6 years transforming the lives of 100s of women in medicine such as yourself. Their passion for ins
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