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Ep. 87: Exploring The Rise of Peptides: Evidence, Unknowns, and Safety Concerns with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:20:00 -0700

Peptides are quickly moving from niche biohacking circles into the mainstream and with that comes a wave of concerns. We brought in Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD, to break down what peptides actually are, why they’re gaining so much attention, and how they differ from well-studied peptide-based medications like GLP-1s. Share breaks down the science in a clear, practical way, what’s being overstated, and why so many claims don’t have the evidence to back them.

We also talk about the biggest concerns—lack of human data, safety unknowns, misleading marketing, and the risks of unregulated products being sold in the wellness space. This conversation will help to make informed decisions for yourself and confidently navigate questions from patients or clients in a rapidly evolving area of health and fitness.

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Ep. 86: Science Snack: The Effects of Resistance Training on Hot Flashes, Muscle, and Strength in Postmenopausal Women

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0700

Hot flashes, night sweats, and disrupted sleep are some of the most frustrating symptoms women face during menopause—but what if one of the most powerful solutions isn’t found in a prescription.

In this Science Snack episode, we break down a randomized controlled trial exploring the impact of resistance training on menopausal symptoms. The results are surprising! We walk through the study design, key findings, limitations, and—most importantly—what this means for your own menopause journey.

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Study references:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31239119/

https://www.maturitas.org/article/S0378-5122(26)00033-2/abstract

Ep. 85: Troubleshooting Fitness for Busy Women in Medicine: Injuries, Schedules, and Starting From Scratch

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Coach Jake dives into some of the most important questions busy women physicians are asking right now—from where to start as a beginner, to how to stay consistent through travel, injuries, and unpredictable schedules. Drawing from years of coaching experience, he breaks down what actually drives results (and what doesn’t), including the importance of simple, structured strength training, progressive overload, and aligning your workouts with your real life—not your “ideal” week.

From overcoming guilt around prioritizing yourself to navigating setbacks without falling into an all-or-nothing mindset, this episode is packed with practical, real-world strategies to help you build strength, energy, and confidence in a way that lasts.

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Ep. 84: My Top Strategies To Make Fitness and Nutrition Stick As A Women in Medicine

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0700

For the woman physician who feels like she's constantly being pulled in a million different directions. In this episode, Suzanne gets real about what consistency actually looks like inside a physician's life, the mindset shifts that changed everything, how to ditch perfectionism, her approach to nutrition without spending Sunday doing full meal prep, and other tools that have helped hundreds of Fit Physicians ditch the food noise for good.

This episode is full of real world strategies that has actually worked for busy women in medicine to regain control of their fitness and nutrition, feel good in their body, and finally stop letting the chaos of their career be the reason they put themselves last, you've come to the right place.

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Ep. 83: Menopause, Medicine, and the Misinformation Crisis: Exploring the evidence with Dr. Jen Gunter

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jen Gunter — OBGYN, bestselling author of The Vagina Bible, The Menopause Manifesto, and Blood, and one of the most trusted voices in evidence-based women's health. We dive into the misinformation crisis that's reshaping how women navigate menopause, from hormone balancing and compounded hormones to estrogen on the face, testosterone hype, and the wild west of supplements.

Dr. Gunter breaks down where the evidence actually stands on MHT and brain health, cardiovascular protection, and the wellness industry tactics that are driving women toward unregulated, unproven treatments — and away from the evidence. Whether you're a physician trying to guide your patients or a woman trying to make sense of it all, this conversation will leave you better equipped to cut through the noise.

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Ep. 82: 36 Years Studying Physician Well-Being: Burnout, the System, and the 5 C’s of Resilience with Dr. Mamta Gautam

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode of the Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Mamta Gautam, psychiatrist, speaker, and founder of PeakMD, to explore the realities of physician burnout, moral injury, and the hidden cost of caregiving in medicine. With over 35 years of experience supporting doctors, Dr. Gautam shares why none of us are immune to the pressures of practicing medicine. From the “mental health continuum” to the cultural stigma around seeking help, this conversation is both validating and deeply practical.

We dive into the identity challenges physicians face, the guilt that keeps many from prioritizing themselves, and the five key pillars of resilience Dr. Gautam has seen transform lives. This episode will leave you feeling seen—and equipped with actionable tools to protect your well-being without sacrificing your purpose.

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Ep. 81: Part 2: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In Part 2 of this Fit Physician Podcast series, Suzanne and Jake continue their conversation with sleep coach and Sleep Is A Skill host Mollie Eastman, shifting from “why sleep matters” to what actually moves the needle—without making sleep feel overwhelming, expensive, or perfectionistic. Mollie breaks down the different “buckets” of sleep issues (optimization vs. insomnia/sleep anxiety), shares the most practical starting points for real people (sleep diary, wearables, CGMs, and why sleep testing can be a game-changer—especially for women over 40), and explains how to use wearable data in an empowering way (instead of letting a bad score derail your day). You’ll also learn the true low-hanging fruit for better sleep—circadian rhythm basics, consistency, bright days/dark nights, meal timing, temperature and thought timing—plus a refreshingly balanced take on screens and blue light (including why “perfect sleep hygiene” can backfire). If you want a clear, realistic playbook to improve sleep in a busy life, this episode delivers.

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Ep. 80: Part 1: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In Part 1 of this two-part Fit Physician Podcast series, Suzanne & Jake sit down with sleep coach and Sleep Is A Skill host Mollie Eastman to explore why sleep is often the missing pillar in health and performance — especially for busy, high-achieving women physicians. Mollie shares her personal journey through insomnia, the cultural normalization of burnout in medicine, and how sleep acts as a powerful barometer for stress, energy, and overall wellbeing. The conversation highlights common sleep mistakes, the challenges of shift work and midlife changes, and the growing idea that sleep isn’t just something you have — it’s a skill you can build.

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Ep. 79: Real Physicians, Real Results: How Lynne Went From Stuck to 50 Pounds Down & Stronger Than Ever

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Jake sits down with Dr. Lynn C to share her transformation journey through strength training, empowered eating, and community support. From feeling completely stuck, low on energy, and frustrated by programs that didn’t fit her life as a busy physician and mom, Lynn walks listeners through how consistent three-day-per-week workouts, flexible coaching, and gradual mindset shifts helped her build remarkable strength, lose 50 pounds, and regain confidence both inside and outside the gym. She opens up about balancing family life, overcoming negative self-talk, redefining her relationship with food, and the powerful ripple effects her fitness has had on her children, career, and long-term health. This conversation highlights the value of meeting yourself where you are, investing in support that understands the physician lifestyle, and building habits that last for life rather than chasing quick fixes.

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Ep. 78: The Physician’s Travel Playbook: How to Enjoy Vacations Guilt-Free and Return Strong

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:10:00 -0700

In this episode, Suzanne shares a refreshingly realistic approach to travel, vacations, and staying grounded in your health without sacrificing joy. She breaks down how to approach fitness, nutrition, and mindset while traveling—whether for work or rest—through the lens of sustainability, self-compassion, and long-term consistency. She offers practical, physician-proof strategies for staying energized on the road, enjoying food without guilt, and most importantly, mastering the “comeback” after vacation so a few days away don’t turn into weeks off track. If you’re a woman doctor who wants to travel, rest, and live fully without derailing your health goals, this episode is for you!

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Ep. 77: Hard Pass vs. Hall Of Fame: Most Hated and Love Exercises from 20 Years Of Coaching

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0700

After 20+ years coaching busy women physicians, Jake pulls back the curtain on exercise programming and shares a no-BS breakdown of five popular exercises he’ll never use—and five he almost always programs for strength, longevity, and real-world confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn why some “hardcore” movements come with more risk than reward, how trendy exercises can quietly derail progress, and which fundamentals consistently deliver results without wrecking your body. If you’ve ever wondered whether your workouts are actually helping—or just leaving you sore, tired, and spinning your wheels—this episode will completely change how you think about training.

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Ep. 76: What’s In vs. What’s Out: How to Level Up Your Health in 2026

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0700

Every year, we’re promised a new shortcut to health. A new supplement. A new rule. A new device that claims to change everything. And yet, most people feel more confused, more guilty, and further away from real results than ever. In this episode, Dr. Suzanne Rutherford and Jake Wright cut through the chaos of the modern wellness industry and explain why the obsession with optimisation is quietly sabotaging your health. From vibration plates and hormone hype to overthinking nutrition, cardio, and strength training, they reveal what actually works, why the basics are so hard to stick to, and how high-performing professionals can rebuild a simple, sustainable approach to fitness that lasts. If you’re exhausted by contradictory advice and ready to stop chasing hacks and start building habits that hold up in real life, this conversation will change how you think about health in 2026.

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Ep. 75: How To Build Strength & Muscle Like Never Before- The Fit Physician Way

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode of the Fit Physician Podcast, Jake breaks down how busy women physicians can build real, lasting strength—the Fit Physician way. Drawing from a live workshop, he explains why strength training is one of the most powerful investments you can make not just for fat loss or confidence today, but for bone density, longevity, resilience, and quality of life for decades to come. You’ll learn the biggest mistakes that hold women back, why “exercise” isn’t the same as training, how progressive overload actually works, and how even 20–30 minute workouts a few times per week can create extraordinary results when done with intention. Packed with real member case studies and practical takeaways, this episode will change how you think about strength—and show you what’s possible when you follow a plan designed for the realities of physician life.

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Ep. 74: Stronger Backs, Stronger Lives: Pain, Prevention & Performance — A Masterclass with Dr. Stuart McGill

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0700

In this powerful masterclass episode, world-renowned spine biomechanist Dr. Stuart McGill joins Jake and Dr. Suzanne to break down how the spine truly works, why most back pain isn’t “mysterious,” and how understanding tissue tolerance, load management, movement patterns, and assessment can completely change outcomes for patients and clinicians alike. He explains common injury mechanisms, why activities like heavy deadlifting can both build strength or create damage depending on context, how to identify specific pain generators instead of labeling symptoms as “non-specific back pain,” and the importance of personalized strategies over generic rehab advice.

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Ep. 73: GLP-1 Medications Explained: Evidence, Side Effects, the Future, and More with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700

Get ready for one of the most insightful conversations we’ve ever had on The Fit Physician Podcast. We’re joined by Dr. Spencer Nadolsky—one of the most trusted, respected, and sought-after voices in obesity and metabolic medicine—where he deep dives into all things GLP-1 medications: what they do, who they help, and what’s hype. Spencer talks about the evidence and why these drugs have become so popular, the brain-level impact on “food noise,” why they are changing the way we understand obesity as a disease, and what physicians and patients actually need to know about safety, side effects, micro-dosing debates, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, perimenopause/menopause considerations, and long-term use.

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Ep. 72: The Busy Woman Physician’s Holiday Guide: Fitness, Food, and Freedom From Guilt

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700

The holidays are meant to be joyful—but for many busy women physicians, they also bring stress, overwhelm, food guilt, and totally derailed fitness routines. In this special holiday edition of The Fit Physician Podcast, Jake Wright and Dr. Suzanne Rutherford break down how to stay healthy, present, and grounded through the busiest season of the year—without perfectionism or burnout. You’ll learn practical strategies for navigating holiday eating, social events, alcohol, hospital snack traps, and disrupted workout schedules—while keeping your progress intact.

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Ep. 71: Exploring Your Unbottled Potential: Rethinking "Gray Area" Drinking As A High-Achieving Woman with Amanda Kuda

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we sit down with alcohol-free lifestyle coach and author Amanda Kuda for a deeply honest conversation about the “gray area” of drinking so many high-achieving women silently navigate. Amanda shares her journey to becoming alcohol-free, the subtle signs alcohol may be pulling you away from your clarity, confidence, and potential, and the surprising ways removing it can transform your emotional resilience, health, and self-trust. Together, they explore identity, values, social pressure, and the inner dialogue that keeps women stuck—plus the tools, practices, and mindset shifts that make real change possible. Whether you’re sober-curious or simply questioning your current habits, this episode offers an empowering, judgment-free look at what life can feel like when you reclaim your energy and align your choices with who you truly want to become.

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Ep. 70: Your Guide to Better Evidence: Making Sense of Studies, AI Tools, and Health Claims with Dr. Katie Suleta, DHSc, MPH, MSHI

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Katie Suleta—an epidemiologist and science communicator—to tackle the growing wave of health misinformation facing today’s physicians. From predatory journals and supplement loopholes to influencer “experts” and unregulated health coaching, Katie breaks down how to separate credible science from cleverly marketed noise. We dive into real-world examples, red flags to watch for, and practical strategies to help physicians confidently guide patients in an era where Google, AI, and social media often speak louder than medical training. This episode is validation for every doctor who feels exhausted by misinformation—and a roadmap for staying grounded in evidence.

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Ep. 69: Unlocking Your Fit Physician Identity: Build Your Identity. Fuel Your Habits. Transform Your Life.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Jake walks you through a powerful exercise we use with every new member—Unlocking Your Fit Physician Identity. Discover how to visualize your future self, define the habits that will get you there, and create the confidence, strength, and lifestyle you want as a busy woman in medicine. Download the workbook and follow along!

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Ep. 68: Ask Me Anything: Fall Retreat Live Q&A

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0700

This episode features a live recording from our Fall Fitness Retreat, with the most pressing questions about health & fitness asked from fellow busy women physician attendees— such as how quickly to expect fat loss, tracking without obsessing, what to do when you hit a plateau, the truth on protein powders, collagen, and cycle-syncing, plus practical fixes for grip strength and more. It’s evidence made simple, mindset made doable, and dozens of “use this today” takeaways for your own health & fitness journey.

If you're a high-achieving women doctor who is stuck and struggling with fitness, nutrition, and body confidence.

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Ep. 67: Bone Density 101: What Every Woman Physician Needs to Know

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Coach Jake and Dr. Suzanne Rutherford dive into the evidence-based lifestyle interventions that protect and optimize bone health—especially for women in midlife and beyond. Drawing from discussions at their recent women’s wellness retreat, they explore how strength training, nutrition, and mindset can profoundly influence longevity, independence, and quality of life. Suzanne breaks down the real statistics behind osteoporosis and the key exercise and nutrition strategies proven to support bone density, while Jake shares inspiring stories from clients who’ve built strength and confidence through resistance training. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking to age strong, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to future-proof their health.

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Ep. 66: Clickbait or Concern? The Real Story on Lead in Protein Powders

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In episode, Suzanne breaks down the recent headlines claiming that most protein powders contain dangerously high levels of lead. She explains where the misleading information came from, what the research actually shows, and why you can breathe easy if you consume protein supplements — especially when choosing reputable, third-party tested brands. Tune in for peace of mind and practical guidance you can trust.

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Ep. 65: Fighting Misinformation and Finding Your Voice: Dr. Shazma Mithani on Advocacy, Connection & Courage

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode, emergency physician and advocate Dr. Shazma Mithani joins us to talk about leading with impact, building real connections, and advocating with confidence—without burning out. We dig into how she uses her platform to combat misinformation online and practical skills physicians can use to navigate trolls, tough conversations, and hospital or government decision-makers.

Shazma also shares boundary-setting, time-blocking, and “personal board of directors” strategies to protect your energy, plus med-legal must-knows before you start educating or advocating on social media.

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Ep. 64: Breaking Free from Perfectionism: Ilana's Road To Strength, Confidence, and Freedom Around Food

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0700

An honest, hopeful conversation with Dr. Ilana Coetzee—ER physician and mom of two—on breaking free from decades of body image pressure and “earn your food” rules. Ilana shares how a six-year-old’s first selfie-judgment spiraled into binge–restrict cycles, coffee diet pills, and chasing aesthetics through bodybuilding… and how a ski injury—and later, The Fit Physician—shifted everything toward strength, freedom, and longevity. We talk PRs (hello, bodyweight back squat and ~300-lb hip thrusts), ditching macro obsession for protein + fiber focus, injury-proof running, and the mindset that lets you keep up with your kids (and joy) at 46 and beyond. If you’ve ever felt “I should have this figured out by now,” this episode reminds you: you’re not broken, you’re not alone—and you can rewrite the story starting today.

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Ep. 63: People-Pleasing to Purpose-Driven: Tools to Thrive in Medicine with Dr. Caitlin Christie

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode of the Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Caitlin Christie—family physician and coach for women doctors—to unpack burnout, moral injury, and the post-COVID realities of practicing medicine. Caitlin shares her “fall-to-your-knees” moment, how motherhood and system pressures collided, and the inside-out framework she now teaches: clarifying your personal standard of excellence, setting boundaries without guilt, dropping people-pleasing, and focusing on what’s truly in your control. You’ll hear practical tools for navigating charged patient encounters, rebuilding fulfillment, and making small (or big) career tweaks that restore joy—so you can keep serving at a high level without sacrificing yourself. Tune in for honest stories, evidence-informed strategies, and a hopeful path forward.

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Ep. 62: Busting Skincare Myths: The Dermatologist’s Playbook with Dr. Sandra Landlot

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0700

In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Suzanne sits down with Dr. Sandra Landolt—Royal College–certified dermatologist and internist, OMA Dermatology Section Chair, and founder of @the_silver_dermatologist—to cut through skincare misinformation with clear, evidence-based guidance. They cover what truly matters at every age: simple routines for tweens/teens (gentle cleansing, the right moisturizers, acne care that protects the skin barrier, and daily sunscreen), smart prevention in our 20s–30s (why SPF is the top anti-aging “product,” where antioxidants fit, and the truth about chemical vs. mineral sunscreens), and midlife must-dos (training onto prescription retinoids, estriol cream nuances, melasma cautions, red-light therapy’s real use cases, collagen’s limits, and avoiding “perception drift” with aesthetics). Suzanne also shares her melanoma story and why “skin health” beats aesthetics alone, while Sandra champions an age-positive approach that models healthy habits for our daughters and patients. Tune in for practical takeaways you can use—and prescribe—tomorrow.