Are you ready to be part of the medical, health and wellness revolution? In Episode 22 of the SANAMethod Podcast, Dr Richard Ralph and Dan Lowry dive deep into the business of wellness, revealing how SANAMethod grew from a single location to a scalable multi-location model that’s changing lives.

From the booming demand for wellness solutions to the rise of franchising opportunities, we explore how SANAMethod combines medical expertise, fitness innovation and holistic health practices to create a transformational experience for clients and communities alike.

Whether you’re a GP seeking new opportunities, a fitness entrepreneur or someone passionate about health, wellness and business growth, this episode is packed with insights and real-world strategies to help you thrive.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How SANAMethod scaled from one location to a franchise-ready business model.
• Why lifestyle medicine focused healthcare is disrupting traditional medical practices.
• Insights into the challenges of traditional General Practice.
• The benefits of combining medical care and fitness under one roof.
• How GPs, health and wellness entrepreneurs can leverage SANAMethod’s franchise model.
• What the future of medical, health and wellness franchising look like.

If you’re looking to transform lives, scale your impact and join the medical, health and wellness movement, this episode is your gateway to the future of healthcare and longevity.

#WellnessRevolution #SANAMethod #WellnessPodcast #FitnessBusiness #MedicalWellness #FranchiseOpportunities #Biohacking #IntegrativeHealth #HealthcareInnovation

Big news and big ideas! In Episode 21 of the SANA Health Talks Podcast, Dr Richard Ralph returns from the Northern Territory and Dan shares HUGE updates on SANAMethod’s franchise expansion, including the launch of our brand-new Sunshine Coast location!

But this episode goes way beyond business growth. We dive deep into the future of treating lifestyle related diseases, integrative healthcare and medical weight loss, uncovering the real motivation behind SANAMethod, the broken state of traditional general practice and how we’re bridging the gap between fitness and medicine.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
• Why SANAMethod started and what’s missing in traditional general practice
• The rise of lifestyle diseases and how we can prevent them
• How SANAMethod is closing the gap between fitness and medicine
• Personal stories of professional growth & wellness transformations
• Listener Q&A on stress management, morning routines & finding balance

Whether you’re passionate about health, fitness and wellness or simply curious about the future of integrative healthcare, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and actionable tips to help you thrive.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome Back to the SANAMethod Podcast
00:25 Expansion Announcements + New Locations
01:18 Reflecting on the Journey + Challenges
02:31 The Evolution of General Practice
05:39 Fitness Industry Insights
09:31 Merging Medicine & Fitness
10:01 Personal & Professional Growth
17:46 Business Partnership Dynamics
21:24 Listener Q&A Begins
21:30 Morning Routines & Coffee
22:40 Structure vs Flexibility
25:43 What Does Wellness Really Mean?
28:45 Stress Management Tools
31:35 The SANAMethod Philosophy
34:35 Franchise Success Stories
36:44 What’s Next + Teaser

In this episode, Dr Richard Ralph and Dan Lowry explore the latest breakthroughs in the world of weight loss and metabolic health.

What’s inside:

• The rise (and fall) of Saxenda and why Wegovy is taking over the market
• How GLP-1 medications are changing the fight against obesity
• The hidden costs and benefits of these medications, and what the TGA approval means for you
• Eye-opening research on fatty liver disease, the gut microbiome and epigenetics
• The real science behind body transformation, sustainable health and long-term weight management

Plus, insights from Associate Professor Kevin Lee on the future of metabolic health.

Whether you’re considering medication, working on lifestyle changes or just curious about the science, this episode is packed with practical advice and evidence-based perspectives.

Subscribe for more conversations that challenge the status quo of health and wellness.

#WeightLoss #GLP1 #Saxenda #Wegovy #Obesity #FattyLiverDisease #GutMicrobiome #Epigenetics #SANAMethodPodcast

In episode 19, hosts Dan Lowry and Dr Richard Ralph sit down with long-time educator and fitness expert Dr Paul Batman for a thoughtful conversation about how we view exercise, health and movement, particularly as we get older.

With over 50 years in the health and fitness space, Dr Batman shares his career journey and how his own health challenges led him to rethink the role of exercise in everyday life. Rather than promoting intense workout routines, he introduces the idea of ‘movement as well-being’, a more balanced, sustainable approach to staying active.

This episode offers practical advice for anyone looking to improve their health without needing to hit the gym hard. Whether you're in your 30s or over 50, the discussion touches on realistic ways to make physical activity enjoyable, meaningful and part of your daily routine.

What you'll hear:

• Dr Batman’s career path and key turning points
• How a health scare shifted his perspective on exercise
• Why walking more, and faster, can make a real difference
• The science behind movement, longevity and quality of life
• Thoughts on motivation, enjoyment and ageing well
• A critique of fitness culture and where it may be missing the mark
• Simple strategies to move more, without overdoing it.

If you're interested in ageing well, moving with purpose or simply finding a more manageable way to look after your body, this episode is for you.

00:00 – Introduction and Guest Bio
 00:32 – Paul’s Career Journey
 01:15 – Health Scare and Realisations
 03:26 – Movement as Well-being Concept
 05:19 – Fitness Industry Critique
 11:20 – Cancer and Exercise
 16:35 – Understanding METs
 18:54 – The Benefits of Increasing Your Walking Speed
 19:16 – Muscles as Endocrine Organs
 19:30 – The Importance of Intermittent Movement
 20:07 – Motivation and Enjoyment in Exercise
 20:39 – Personal Stories and Experiences
 20:51 – Running Culture and Fitness Insights
 22:52 – Optimal Running Distances for Health
 24:54 – Intensity vs Duration in Exercise
 25:45 – Modern Tools and Accurate Measurements
 28:46 – Practical Exercise Recommendations
 32:55 – Incorporating Physical Activity into Daily Life
 36:02 – Final Thoughts and Contact Info

Welcome back to The SANAMethod Podcast! In episode 18, your host, Dan Lowry, (flying solo this week while Dr Richard Ralph enjoys the Sunshine Coast) delivers a powerful, no-nonsense follow-up to last week’s discussion with Dr Sophie Mepham on exercise as a potent anti-cancer intervention.

We break down the big takeaways from the CHALLENGE Trial at ASCO 2025, including that jaw-dropping 37% reduction in cancer recurrence through structured exercise, and translate them into simple, real-world action steps you can take to reduce your cancer risk and radically improve your overall health.

This episode covers:
• The science of fuel partitioning, insulin sensitivity and metabolic health
• Why muscle mass matters more than you think (especially as you age)
• The dangers of sarcopenic obesity and how to combat it
• A practical weekly blueprint: Strength training, steps and cardio
• Nutrition advice grounded in science (hello, Mediterranean diet!)
• Thoughts on supplements, sleep, stress, alcohol and more

This solo episode is packed with insights, personal reflections and tangible advice to help you:
• Move better
• Eat better
• Feel better
• Potentially live longer

This isn't medical advice, just a passionate fitness professional thinking out loud, sharing what works based on research, experience and a deep desire to help others thrive.

Listen now and learn how to build your own anti-cancer lifestyle’ one workout, one meal and one good night’s sleep at a time.

If you enjoy this episode, like, share and subscribe to stay up to date with The SANAMethod Podcast.

What if cancer care wasn't just about treatment but about transforming the body and mind through movement and nutrition? 

In this thought-provoking episode of the SANAMethod Podcast, host Dan Lowry and Dr Richard Ralph sit down with the brilliant Dr Sophie Mepham, a leading cancer researcher with over 25 years of experience in oncology clinical trials. Sophie shares her personal health journey with SANAMethod, revealing how strength training, nutrition and consistency have empowered her both personally and professionally. 

Sophie has a PhD in Immuno-Oncology and is currently the Group Executive Manager of Research at Icon Group, where she oversees oncology clinical trials across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and the UK. Her career spans groundbreaking work in theranostics, haematology, medical and radiation oncology, with leadership roles at major institutions like the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and the UK’s National Institute for Health Research. 

Together, Dan, Dr Ralph and Sophie dive into the evolving role of exercise and nutrition in cancer care, not just for recovery, but for prevention and long-term resilience. Drawing on decades of research and the latest data, this conversation brings to light the power of holistic, personalised health strategies to support longevity, healing and hope. 

If you care about the future of cancer care, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

In this ‘minisode’ of the SANAMethod podcast, Richard and Dan dive into a revealing study comparing self-reported energy intake with actual energy expenditure tracked by activity trackers. Discover why people often underreport their calorie intake by up to 33% and learn effective strategies to address this common issue. The podcast also explores communication techniques for nutrition coaches dealing with clients struggling to achieve weight loss, practical meal hacks, and the importance of routine in maintaining health goals. Plus, get a sneak peek of next week's special episode featuring medical researcher Sophie Mepham, who will discuss recent studies on the role of exercise in cancer treatment and recovery. 

Australia's First PT Joins the Show!

In this powerful episode of the SANAMethod Podcast, Daniel and Richard welcome their very first guest, none other than Craig Harper, a trailblazer in the fitness industry and one of Australia's most influential voices in health and human performance.

With over 40 years of experience, Craig shares raw insights from his journey: from owning gyms and working with elite athletes, to becoming a media personality and now completing a PhD in neuropsychology. But this conversation goes way deeper than sets and reps...

Together, they explore:

• The psychology of motivation
• Why so many people struggle to stay consistent
• How identity and self-awareness shape our health decisions
• The real reasons we know what to do but don’t do it
• And how to create lasting behavioural change

Whether you're a coach, clinician, athlete or just someone trying to make sense of your own habits, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs and 'aha' moments you won't want to miss.

Hit play and get inspired to rethink health from the inside out.

#CraigHarper #SANAMethod #HealthTransformation #FitnessMotivation #BehaviorChange #Neuropsychology #MindBodyConnection

Welcome to Episode 14 of Beyond the Script: SANA Talks. This week, Dan Lowry is back with Dr Richard Ralph for a deep dive into some of the most exciting and surprising developments in medical weight loss and resistance training. 

From Saxenda’s exit from the market to new tweaks in Ozempic dosing pens, we’ve got the latest updates you need to know. We also unpack powerful new research on ‘inflammaging’ and how resistance training may fight inflammation as we age. 

Plus, how do Mounjaro and Wegovy really stack up when it comes to weight loss and side effects? The results may surprise you. 

Whether you’re a health professional or just passionate about wellness, this episode is packed with insight, clarity and a few curveballs you won’t want to miss. 

Tune in now and stay ahead in the world of health and longevity!

Welcome back to episode 13. Dan Lowry is flying solo in this episode and tackles three very relevant listener questions that shine a spotlight on the real-life struggles many of us face with health and fitness, think hectic travel schedules, knee injuries and running on empty as a small business owner.

From a corporate professional dealing with pre-diabetes, to a 60-year-old teacher bouncing back from injury, to a 12-hour-day entrepreneur just trying to find time to breathe, this episode is all about making fitness doable no matter your circumstances.

You'll learn:
• Simple hotel gym strategies for travellers.
• How to increase your daily activity without a workout.
• Smart food choices on the road (without feeling deprived).
• Why even two workouts a week can transform your future health.
• How to train around injuries, not avoid training altogether.

This episode proves that while no one's life is perfectly structured for health, there are always ways to make it work. If you're stuck thinking you can't start until life slows down, this one’s for you.

If this has helped you, share the podcast, subscribe, drop a rating. It helps us reach more people with the tools they need to live healthier, stronger lives, no matter how busy things get.

Got a question for Dr Richard Ralph or Dan Lowry? Email us at: [email protected] and you might get your own spotlight on the show.