In this week’s BJSM podcast, BJSM deputy editor Dr Jane Thornton (T: @JaneSThornton) joins Daniel Friedman (T: @ddfriedman) to discuss physical activity counselling.

Dr Jane Thornton MD PhD is a sports medicine physician and researcher currently based in London, Canada, and is an international advocate for physical activity. She has a wealth of international experience in the field of preventative medicine, with a particular passion for promoting physical activity as both prevention and treatment of chronic disease. Alongside a super impressive medical career, Dr Thornton is also a World Champion and former Olympic rower for Canada.

In Part 1 of this 2-part podcast, Dr Thornton discusses:

· Why physical activity is the single best thing we can do for our health

· The evidence for physical activity prescription in primary care

· The shared decision making of how to prescribe physical activity to patients

· How to talk about physical activity intensity with patients

Mentioned in this podcast:

23 and a half hours YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUaInS6HIGo

Make Your Day Harder http://www.makeyourdayharder.com/

PA Prescription Position Statement https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/50/18/1109