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Dr. Bradley Block chats with Dr. Nancy Yen Shipley, orthopedic surgeon and host of The 6% with NancyMD podcast, about exercise for the aging physician. They discuss how physical fitness varies with age and provide practical advice for avoiding injuries. Nancy emphasizes the importance of balancing strength training, cardio, and flexibility. The conversation touches on specific exercises to avoid, the benefits of cross-training, and the significance of professional coaching. The episode is filled with humor and relatable anecdotes, making it an engaging listen for physicians and fitness enthusiasts alike.

Dr. Nancy Yen Shipley, known as NancyMD, is a board-certified sports fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon in private practice in Portland, Oregon. She hosts The 6% with NancyMD podcast, which highlights inspiring stories of women thriving in male-dominated fields. As a co-founder of Speak Up Ortho, she advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine. Nancy is a sought-after professional speaker, dedicated to helping others achieve their full potential. In this episode, she shares her expertise on exercise for aging physicians, offering practical tips and witty insights.

• 00:01:662 - Introduction of Dr. Nancy Yen Shipley, orthopedic surgeon and podcast host.

• 00:57:21 - Discussion on the importance of exercise for aging physicians.

• 01:43:042 - Defining physical fitness across different ages.

• 03:40:682 - Bradley shares his personal experience with morning pain.

• 05:23:386 - Setting fitness goals based on daily activities.

• 08:13:086 - Bradley's experience with various injuries from different exercises.

• 10:48:062 - The importance of cross-training and maintaining proper form.

• 13:23:350 - Nancy's advice on avoiding high-risk exercises like overhead presses.

• 17:06:829 - Approval of pull-ups and the significance of form in avoiding injuries.

• 19:36:906 - Tips on running, footwear, and avoiding overuse injuries.

• 22:08:182 - Emphasizing balance, injury avoidance, and fighting against deterioration.

• 27:47:062 - The role of professional coaching in maintaining fitness.

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