EPISODE 120 - Dr. Janeeka Benoit (better known as “Dr. J” on social media) is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist. She's the Founder of MedFitDO and also a runner, exercise enthusiast, and former ACE Certified personal trainer. Not only does she enjoy caring for athletes, she also has a passion for preventing chronic disease through exercise so people can live holistically healthier lives, both mentally and physically. As an osteopathic physician, Dr. J is focused on treating the whole body so people can live more fully and have life transformation from the inside out. In the episode, Dr. J shares why exercise is absolutely critical for disease prevention, a helpful acronym for making movement a habit, why she chose to become a DO rather than an MD...and more!
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QUESTIONS I ASK DR. J IN THE EPISODE:
Can you tell us a bit about your background? (Specifically, what led you to become a doctor and become so interested in exercise for prevention?)
What physical benefits come from exercise? Cognitive benefits?
What kind of intensity is needed to reap the benefits: light, moderate or high?
How often should we be exercising?
What are your tips for making exercise a habit, not just a “sometimes” activity?
In what ways do you think health professionals can help patients exercise more?
Why did you choose to become a DO rather than an MD?
How is osteopathic medicine similar to and different from "alternative" medicine?
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