Every new year, we often set resolutions to achieve throughout the year, but obstacles in achieving them may arise during the process.

In this episode, Dr. Janice Walker, a dual board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician, shares more about herself and her profession. She discusses the obstacles that hinder people from achieving their goals, such as a lack of a plan, unrealistic expectations, lack of support, stressors, and time constraints. Dr. Walker recommends measures for individuals to get back on track, including adequate sleep, meal planning/prepping, regular physical activity (even chair exercises), using what you have around you for exercise equipment, incorporating kids into workouts, positive social connections, and stress management. 

Surrounding oneself with supportive individuals is crucial for achieving goals. She also advises seeking medical evaluation and treatment for any underlying health conditions that may be impacting overall well-being.

Ready to make positive changes in the new year? Discover practical tips for a healthier lifestyle. Tune in now and start your journey towards a happier and more fulfilled you! 

 

Episode Highlights:

• About Janice Walker her practice in the outpatient setting

• Obstacles that stop people from staying committed to their new year's resolution

• Lifestyle measures for people to get back on track

• Importance of personalized goals

• Utilizing the SMART acronym for goal setting

Connect with Janice Walker:

• Website | www.mhs.net/providers/w/walker-janice-r

 

About Janice Walker

Janice Walker, MD DipABLM is a dual board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician. She has over 20 years’ experience in the medical field, including inpatient and outpatient settings. She currently practices in Pembroke Pines, Florida.  Dr.Walker was born and raised in Jamaica. At a young age, she became fascinated with the heart, and its interconnectedness with the other organ systems in the body. She marveled at this tremendous gift of life and felt driven to pursue medicine with a focus on preventing conditions that can compromise health. She took the science tract in high school, graduated at age 15 and moved to the United States to pursue her dream.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Arizona State University and her Medical Degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin.  She chose family medicine as a specialty, to deliver comprehensive care to patients of all ages. She obtained further certification in lifestyle medicine and uses its principles as she partners with individuals on their journey to attain and maintain health and well-being.

Over the years, Dr. Walker has seen the significant impact chronic medical conditions can have on individuals, families and the community. With family members having conditions ranging from high blood pressure to cancer, health and well-being are of utmost importance. She is not only committed to teaching and coaching on healthy lifestyle changes to facilitate optimal health, but she also strives to put these concepts into practice.

As a devoted Christ, wife, and mother, she cherishes family time, travel, and well being activities. She believes in being a good steward of the gift of life and her ability to make a profound impact in medicine. Committed to preventive care, she looks forward to partnering with individuals on the journey to optimal health.

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