In this inspiring episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Beckie McGinn, a 54-year-old hospitalist and mother of four, to hear her powerful transformation story. Beckie opens up about decades of starting and stopping fitness programs, battling sleep disruption, demanding call schedules, and the “all-or-nothing” mindset that left her feeling stuck and uncomfortable in her own skin. She shares what finally pushed her to reach out for help, how personalized coaching and strength training have changed not only her body composition but also her confidence, energy, and mindset, and why she’s now focused on building a strong, sustainable foundation for longevity. From overcoming injuries to setting an example for her family and colleagues, Beckie’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when busy women in medicine decide they’re ready for lasting change.--The Fit Physician Quiz: Click Below To Get Your Personalized Fit Physician Formula👉 Start Here
In this episode, Jake shares 15 lessons from 15 years as a women’s fitness specialist. From becoming stronger than you thought possible, why self-take and perfectionism hold you back, and how basics (not trends) + short, focused workouts can drive lasting change for busy women physicians. He unpacks motivation (action first, results fuel motivation), the power of community and accountability, matching nutrition effort to training, and building a deep “why” to stay consistent through real life. Jake makes the case that transformation can happen in 4–12 months with a smart plan and steady reps—and that the endgame is intuitive training and eating that simply becomes who you are.--The Fit Physician Quiz: Click Below To Get Your Personalized Fit Physician Formula👉 Start Here
In this heartfelt solo episode, Suzanne opens up about the raw and beautiful journey of becoming an empty nester. From dropping her son off at university in Nova Scotia to reflecting on the bittersweet emotions of launching both her children into adulthood, she shares the mix of pride, joy, sadness, and gratitude that comes with this season of life. Whether you’re sending a little one off to kindergarten, welcoming a grandchild, or navigating your own empty nest, this conversation is a reminder that every goodbye holds the promise of a new beginning.---The Fit Physician Quiz: Click Below To Get Your Personalized Fit Physician Formula👉 Start Here
In part two of their “hot takes” series, Jake and Suzanne continue tackling the trends and truths shaping women’s health and fitness—this time diving into creatine, electrolytes, midlife weight gain, protein supplements, and the hype around anti-inflammatory diets. With Suzanne drawing on her own midlife experience and years of coaching women physicians, and Jake weighing in with no-nonsense, evidence-based coaching, they unpack what really matters (and what doesn’t) when it comes to strength, energy, and sustainable health. Expect myth-busting, validation of your lived experiences, and practical strategies you can put into action—without wasting money or falling for fads.--The Fit Physician Quiz: Click Below To Get Your Personalized Fit Physician Formula👉 Start Here
In this candid episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Jake and Suzanne dive into their “hot takes” on some of the most buzzworthy trends in women’s health—from so-called hormone-balancing diets, to collagen supplements, Pilates, menopause hormone therapy, weighted vests, and the endless debate of high vs. low rep training. With Suzanne reflecting on her own transition into empty-nest life and both hosts cutting through social media noise, you’ll hear honest, evidence-based perspectives mixed with personal experience. If you’ve ever felt confused by conflicting advice online, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and a few laughs along the way.--The Fit Physician Quiz: Click Below To Get Your Personalized Fit Physician Formula👉 Start Here
In this special episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we’re sharing the recording of our popular workshop, Fat Loss Made Simple—designed specifically for busy women physicians. With so much misinformation and fad dieting in the fitness industry, fat loss can feel overwhelming and impossible to sustain alongside the demands of medicine, motherhood, and life. In this workshop, Coach Jake and Coach Corina Sims break down the Fit Physician Formula, revealing four key secrets that make fat loss simple, sustainable, and effective—without extreme restrictions, endless cardio, or obsessing over the scale. You’ll hear real physician success stories, mindset strategies, and practical tools to help you regain control, build confidence, and feel strong again—proving that lasting transformation is possible, even with the busiest schedule.--👉 Click here to book a 15-minute Fit Physician Consult
In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Sarah and Dr. Alicia from Revive Physicians to tackle a challenge nearly every busy woman in medicine faces: the constant feeling of overload. We go beyond the usual “time management tips” to uncover why the real problem isn’t your calendar—it’s the demands that keep outstripping your capacity. Together, we dive into how traditional productivity strategies can backfire, why burnout is so common in female physicians, and how to shift from measuring your worth by busyness to creating space for what truly matters.You’ll hear practical, physician-specific strategies for setting values-aligned priorities, reducing cognitive load at work and at home, and protecting time for self-care without guilt. From tangible tools like the “priorities gap” exercise to mindset shifts that help you let go of the need to “do it all,” this conversation will help you design a life that supports both your career and your well-being. Whether you’re teetering on the edge of burnout or simply want more breathing room in your days, you’ll walk away with actionable steps to reclaim your time, energy, and joy in medicine.--Resources:Website: www.revivephysicians.comRetreat: https://www.revivephysicians.com/2025 10% off with code FITPHYSICIANEmpowered Time Workshop Series: https://www.revivephysicians.com/empoweredtime (10% off with code FITPHYSICIAN)Podcast: https://www.revivephysicians.com/podcasts/the-revive-physicians-podcastValues Worksheet: https://www.revivephysicians.com/values
Are weighted vests the next must-have fitness tool—or just another overhyped trend? In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Jake and Dr. Suzanne Rutherford tackle the growing buzz around weighted vests, especially in the women physician community. With social media flooded with influencers promoting their benefits for bone health, fat loss, and strength, Suzanne dives into the science to separate fact from fiction. They unpack what the evidence actually says about their effectiveness—particularly for midlife women navigating menopause and beyond—and why many of the claims being made don’t hold up under scrutiny.Suzanne shares her personal experience with the vest, the potential risks to watch out for, and when—if ever—it makes sense to include in your routine. You’ll also learn why resistance training remains the gold standard for bone density and fat loss, and how to focus on sustainable strategies that truly move the needle for long-term health and confidence.Studies referenced:PMID 22338922PMID10995045PMID 946-743PMID17724395PMID 30540267PLID30095153--💜 Click Here To Learn More About The Fit Physician
In this deeply personal episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Suzanne shares the unexpected lessons she's learned through her work as a Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) provider—and how they’ve forever changed the way she lives, coaches, and prioritizes what truly matters.From powerful bedside moments to reflections on what patients value most at the end of life, this conversation is a wake-up call for every busy woman physician who’s been caught in the cycle of chasing numbers on the scale or living on autopilot.Join Suzanne as she reveals why strength, presence, and meaningful connections—not perfection—are what truly define a life well lived.--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
Is tracking your food healthy… or harmful? Restrictive… or freeing?In this candid, no-BS episode, Dr. Suzanne and Jake get real about nutrition tracking: where it goes wrong, how to do it right, and why it can actually quiet the food noise rather than make it louder. They break down:Why most tracking apps set you up for failureHow diet culture ruined our relationship with food (and how to undo it)What “food literacy” actually means — and how it leads to freedomWhen tracking is a helpful tool vs. when it becomes toxicHow to talk to your kids about food without passing down guilt or fearReal stories of physician clients who went from food-obsessed to food-freeWhether you’re tracking now, curious about trying it, or totally turned off by the idea — this episode will help you reframe nutrition in a way that’s flexible, empowering, and sustainable.Your nutrition doesn't need more rules. It needs a strategy that fits your life.--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
In this bite-sized episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Suzanne dives deep into the science behind body composition changes during menopause. Referencing key research like the SWAN study, she breaks down what really happens to muscle and fat mass during the menopause transition—and more importantly, what you can do about it.Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, this episode will help you understand why muscle loss and fat gain might be happening, and how to feel strong, confident, and in control—at any age. 💪--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Coach Jake shares his 20+ years experience for building an effective strength training program for busy women doctors. From mindset shifts like moving beyond all-or-nothing thinking to understanding the difference between exercising and training, you'll learn what it really takes to see long-term results.He also covers the core questions to ask when building your plan, how to choose exercises and rep ranges, and how to fit it all into a packed schedule. Whether you're just starting out or ready to optimize, this episode is your guide to building a sustainable routine that delivers real transformation.--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we dive into all things running with Fit Physicianc Coach Tristan. From overcoming running injuries to balancing strength training and running, we tackle common misconceptions, injury prevention, and smart strategies for how to become a faster runner without injuring yourself. Tune in and discover how to build longevity and confidence in your running journey!--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
No one expected than when becoming a doctor, it would be so hard to prioritize your own health.If you relate, this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast is for you. We’re sharing real-life consistency hacks from busy women doctors who found a way to make fitness stick—despite demanding work, family life, and unpredictable schedules. From weekly workout planning to early mornings, split sessions, and kid-friendly training time, you’ll hear what actually works in real life—not theory.If you’ve been feeling stuck or struggling to stay on track, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you build momentum without chasing perfection. These are habits that real physician moms use to feel strong, confident, and back in control of their health. 💜--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
Is happiness something you’re born with—or something you can build? In this uplifting episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Jillian Mandich, PhD in Health Science, TEDx speaker, and founder of the International Happiness Institute of Health Science Research. Dr. Mandich dives into the science of happiness—what it actually is, how to measure it, and the fascinating ways it impacts your health, longevity, and daily wellbeing. From micro-moments of joy to redefining self-care as selfless (not selfish), this conversation is packed with powerful mindset shifts for busy women in medicine.Whether you’re navigating burnout, juggling family and career, or simply wondering how to feel more like yourself again, this episode offers research-backed tools for cultivating happiness in a sustainable, practical way. You'll learn how gratitude, emotional granularity, and even your social connections can act as "reps" to strengthen your happiness muscle.--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
In Part 2 of Upgrade Yourself: Living by Your Values, Not Your Résumé, Dr. Marie Claire Bourque returns for a follow-up conversation that dives even deeper into identity, self-compassion, and the hidden belief systems that keep so many women physicians stuck. Together with hosts Jake and Suzanne, she explores how our roles as caregivers, achievers, and professionals often conflict with our core values—and what it takes to finally realign our lives around what truly matters. From breaking free of outdated identity labels to recognizing the emotional operating systems that silently run our decisions, this episode is an eye-opening journey into what it means to truly own your life.You’ll hear real-life reflections on letting go of long-held medical roles, the guilt that comes with change, and how embracing self-compassion can unlock lasting transformation. Dr. Bourque also shares tangible tools you can use to uncover your values, reframe your internal dialogue, and take small, meaningful steps toward a more aligned, fulfilling life—without waiting for a crisis to wake you up. Whether you’re in the thick of career transition, burnout, or just feeling disconnected from your “why,” this conversation will inspire you to reflect, recalibrate, and take radical ownership of your next chapter.--Connect With Us:💪 Join our free Fit Physician Kickstart Group📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
Perfection. Achievement. People-pleasing. Sound familiar?In this powerful episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Marie Claire Bourque—psychiatrist, mental performance coach, and consultant to professional athletes—for a raw and personal conversation about what happens when high-performing women lose themselves in the pursuit of “doing it all.”MC shares her journey from the outside-looking-in success story to a breaking point moment that forced her to rethink everything—including the way she was living, working, and defining her worth.If you’ve ever felt the weight of being everything to everyone and wondered, “What about me?” — this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and reimagine what it means to live a life that’s truly yours.--Connect With Us:💪 Download Our Thriving Through Menopause Guide📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
Is lifting heavy the only way to build muscle after 40? Does your menstrual cycle really need to dictate your workouts? And is fasting actually harming your hormones? In this powerhouse episode, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD—muscle physiology researcher and women's health expert—to set the record straight on some of the most common (and confusing) fitness myths shared on social media today.From the real impact of estrogen on muscle adaptation to the truth about protein timing, cycle syncing, and Pilates vs. progressive overload—this conversation is a deep dive into what the science actually supports when it comes to strength training and aging well. Whether you're navigating perimenopause or just trying to cut through the chaos of social media advice, Dr. Colenso-Semple brings clarity, confidence, and evidence-based recommendations that empower you to take charge of your fitness with simplicity and confidence.This episode will cut through the noise and guide you in how to train & eat to become strong, capable, and confident—at every age, in every phase.--IN THIS EPISODE:00:00Introduction to the Fit Physician Podcast00:52Dr. Lauren Colenso Semple's Background and Expertise05:01Empowering Women Through Evidence-Based Fitness06:51Debunking Myths: Heavy Weights vs. Muscle Growth14:35The Role of Hormones in Muscle Maintenance16:22Pilates and Its Effectiveness for Muscle Growth20:28The Importance of Force Production in Strength Training25:30Flexibility in Resistance Training: Finding What Works27:54Protein Timing and Nutrition for Women Physicians28:08Understanding Protein Timing and Nutrition31:22Debunking Myths Around Fasting and Menopause39:27The Impact of the Menstrual Cycle on Training46:00Core Foundations of Nutrition and Exercise50:36Future Directions in Women's Health Research--Connect With Us:💪 Download Our Thriving Through Menopause Guide📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
In Part 2 of this thought-provoking conversation, Melissa Grelo returns to explore why aging powerfully isn’t just a personal choice—it’s a cultural rebellion. We dive into comparison culture, the patriarchy’s influence on women’s self-worth, and how society has conditioned generations of women to shrink themselves—physically, emotionally, and vocally.Melissa and Suzanne share raw reflections on raising strong daughters, rejecting the pressure to age “gracefully,” and instead embracing strength, visibility, and confidence at every age. From the harmful messaging of “there can only be one” to the overhyped menopause supplement industry and the new wave of hormone therapy discourse—nothing is off-limits.We also tackle strength training myths, the rise of women reclaiming space in the gym, and the critical mindset shift from body as ornament to body as instrument.This episode is a rallying cry to stop shrinking and start shouting—for ourselves, our daughters, and the generations to come.--Connect With Us:💪 Download Our Thriving Through Menopause Guide📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching
In this inspiring two-part conversation, we sit down with entrepreneur, mother, and fearless leader in conversations that matter Melissa Grelo to dive deep into the truth about women’s health, aging powerfully, and navigating today’s confusing wellness world.In Part 1, Melissa shares her personal journey through perimenopause, the major shifts she’s made to her fitness, nutrition, and mindset, and how she cuts through the noise of misinformation in the media. We also explore the importance of critical thinking, how to raise strong daughters in today’s climate, and why intention is the secret weapon for thriving through midlife.This episode is packed with real talk, powerful insights, and a reminder that the best chapters are still ahead. Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping next Monday — it gets even spicier!--Connect With Us:💪 Download Our Thriving Through Menopause Guide📲 Follow Us On Instagram💜 Learn More About Fit Physician Coaching