Listen "Dr. Tom McCoy on Becoming a Vital Human"
Episode Synopsis
As a practicing emergency room physician, Dr. Tom McCoy has seen the downstream effects of unhealthy diet and lifestyle choices. While continuing to practice ER medicine, he obtained additional certifications in nutrition and exercise training and is a CrossFit MDL1 medical practitioner. He uses all of this experience and knowledge as part of The Vital Human Project – a coaching program that blends fitness, nutrition, education, and more to help people realize their full human potential. On today’s episode, Dr. Tom discusses behavioral change, sleep, nutrition, and exercise - and the impact they have on becoming a Vital Human. Today on The Lab Report: 3:45 McCoy on the short-comings of conventional medicine 7:05 The Vital Human Project 10:30 CrossFit and benefits of HIIT 12:40 The intimidation factor 15:15 Coaching clients for behavior change 17:55 Hunting, respect, and sourcing quality meat 20:55 Impactful lifestyle factors for health 23:00 The Fireball Additional Resources: The Vital Human Project Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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