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Listen "36. LM Week 2025 Day 3: Physical Activity with Mike Stack, Exercise Physiologist and Current President of the Physical Activity Alliance"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Healthy Living Doesn't Have to SUCK podcast, host Melyssa welcomes fitness expert Mike Stack. Mike, an exercise physiologist and president of the Physical Activity Alliance, discusses the importance of integrating movement into daily life to enhance overall health and well-being. He differentiates between physical activity and exercise, emphasizing that all forms of movement count towards health. Mike also addresses common myths about strength training and highlights its critical role in improving functional capacity, especially as we age. This episode is part of the Lifestyle Medicine Week series and aims to inspire listeners to find enjoyable and meaningful ways to incorporate physical activity into their lives!CONNECT WITH MIKELinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-stack-b74a5319/Website: https://www.wellnessparadoxpod.com/Website: Applied Fitness Solutions - https://4afsfit.com/The Joy Choice by Michelle Segar: https://michellesegar.com/the-joy-choice/ CHECK OUT OUR LINKS!Check out our upcoming group coaching sessions of the Full Plate Living program!Join our Change Maker Collective group coaching community to receive support, accountability, and coaching from Melyssa to achieve your lifestyle change goals!Check out our size inclusive virtual fitness studio, Move with Melyssa!Grab our FREE 25-minute audiobook Introduction sneak peek from the book!Join our FREE Change Maker Community here!Grab your copy of Melyssa’s book here!Follow us on Instagram: Email Melyssa at: [email protected]Visit our website: https://www.healthylivingdoesnthavetosuck.com/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to Season Three!01:29 Introducing Our Guest: Mike Stack02:06 Mike's Journey in Fitness and Medicine04:28 The Power of Movement06:31 Distinguishing Physical Activity from Exercise13:13 Strategies to Get Moving16:40 Finding Joy in Movement19:25 Replacing Social Media with Movement19:37 Finding Enjoyable Activities20:58 Strength Training Benefits21:22 Guidelines for Strength Training25:25 Strength vs. Power29:04 Resources for Getting Started30:35 Evidence-Based Fitness Guidance34:13 Connecting Healthy Living to Values38:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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