The Fit Physician

By: Jake Wright & Dr. Suzanne Rutherford
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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 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 inspiring physicians shines through every episode, sharing stories, insights, expert advice, and providing actionable steps to prioritize yourself guilt-free. So, if you're a busy woman physician ready to break free from the constraints of guilt, elevate your health, and become the best version of yourself, join Jake and Suzanne on The Fit Physician podcast. They're not just coaches; they're your partners in this transformative journey towards a life where you thrive, unapologetically. Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD (Instagram: @slmmd1976) Search the globe and it will be hard to find someone more dedicated to women physicians health & well-being than Suzanne. A practicing physician, Suzanne combines her medical expertise with a foundation in nutritional sciences from her undergraduate studies. Her passion lies in evidence-based nutrition and empowering fellow women physicians to embrace strength, health, and confidence in their own skin. Suzanne doesn’t just talk the talk. After completing medical school and welcoming her second child into the world, she found herself facing personal health and fitness challenges that left her feeling like a stranger within her own body. Determined to make a change, Suzanne rekindled her knowledge of nutrition while introducing strength training into her weekly routine. The result? She lost over 30 lbs, has kept it off, and feels better in her 40s than she did in her 20s! Now she spends the better part of her professional career helping other busy women physicians to achieve similar life-altering results. Jake Wright, BSc (Instagram: @thefitphysiciancoach Facebook: Jake Wright Facebook page: The Fit Physician Coach) Meet Jake, also known as The Fit Physician Coach. Jake’s experience includes a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology, over 15+ years as a women's fitness specialist, along with several advanced certifications in strength and condition, nutrition, and joint health. For the past 6 years and counting, Jake has spent his career dedicated to inspiring busy women physicians to overcome barriers with time, energy, and the demands of their profession, to build a sustainable fitness routine that delivers life-changing results. What separates Jake from the pack is not his education or his experience but his compassion. Jake's gift is guiding women to discover strength they never thought possible. In turn, helping them to build confidence in the gym, in their bodies, and in every other aspect of their life.
    Copyright 2024 Jake Wright & Dr. Suzanne Rutherford
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Episodes
  • Ep. 23: Grief, Grit, and Gains: Dr. Deb's Transformation Story

    Ep. 23: Grief, Grit, and Gains: Dr. Deb's Transformation Story
    Oct 29 2024

    In this episode of the Fit Physician Podcast, Dr. Deb Marshall shares her inspiring journey from aspiring physician to hospitalist in palliative care. She discusses her early struggles with self-doubt, body image issues, and the impact of diet culture on her life. After facing the unexpected loss of her father, Deb found strength through fitness and community, leading to a transformative journey that reshaped her approach to health and well-being. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, resilience, and the power of believing in oneself.

    IN THIS EPISODE:

    00:00-The Journey to Becoming a Physician

    10:08-Overcoming Body Image Issues and Diet Culture

    18:12-Navigating Grief and Finding Strength

    27:13-Transformative Fitness Journey and Self-Discovery

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    34 mins
  • Ep. 22: High Fiber, High Impact: Gut Health, Longevity, and More

    Ep. 22: High Fiber, High Impact: Gut Health, Longevity, and More
    Oct 14 2024

    In this episode, Jake and Dr. Suzanne Rutherford discuss the importance of dietary fiber and provide tips on how to increase fiber intake. They cover topics such as the definition of fiber, the role of fiber in optimizing health and longevity, the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber, the recommended daily intake of fiber, and practical ways to incorporate fiber-rich foods into the diet. They also address the question of whether a plant-based diet is necessary to meet fiber requirements.

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    37 mins
  • Ep. 21: Science Snack #2 – The Evidence Behind Dietary Fiber and Longevity

    Ep. 21: Science Snack #2 – The Evidence Behind Dietary Fiber and Longevity
    Oct 7 2024

    In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Jake and Dr. Suzanne Rutherford dive deep into the benefits of dietary fiber, exploring its role in reducing the risk of all-cause, cardiovascular, and cancer mortality. Building on the success of the first Science Snack about estrogen replacement therapy, this second edition looks at a systematic review and meta-analysis published in 2023 that compiles data from 32 studies involving over 2.5 million participants globally.

    Dr. Rutherford discusses the immense benefits of increasing fiber intake and explains how fiber might just be the strongest lever you can pull for longevity and disease prevention. She breaks down the types of studies included in the analysis, defines key terms like relative risk reduction, and emphasizes that even small increases in fiber intake can yield significant health benefits.

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    19 mins

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