Lateral Think - Professor Robert Newton

Summary Professor Robert Newton discusses the application of exercise as medicine in the management of cancer. He shares his motivation for focusing on exercise oncology after witnessing the decline in physical condition and functional capacity of his father during cancer treatment. Professor Newton emphasizes the importance of tailored exercise programs for cancer patients, taking into account their specific health issues and focusing on what is most likely to cause morbidity or mortality. He also highlights the need for greater integration of exercise medicine into the healthcare system and the potential benefits of exercise on mental health. Additionally, he discusses the paradox of mTOR and muscle mass and the role of dietary interventions in cancer management. In this conversation, Rob Newton discusses various dietary interventions for cancer patients, including the use of fasting mimicking diets and plant-based diets. He also highlights the importance of reducing inflammation in the body to suppress cancer growth. Additionally, Rob shares his personal interests and reading habits. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:24 Motivation for Exercise as Medicine 05:35 Applying Exercise to Oncological Populations 06:34 Changes in Response to Resistance Training with Age 09:54 Exercise's Influence on the Immune System 10:54 Exercise as Medicine 14:55 Translation of Exercise Medicine into Clinical Practice 19:09 Tailored Exercise Programs for Cancer Patients 23:13 Importance of Muscle Mass in Cancer Patients 25:05 Assessing Muscle Mass in Cancer Patients 27:34 Translation of Exercise Medicine into Healthcare System 32:56 Challenges in Addressing Chronic Disease in Healthcare System 38:28 Impact of Exercise on Mental Health 44:29 Paradox of mTOR and Muscle Mass 49:42 Dietary Interventions in Cancer Management 53:08 Dietary Interventions for Mesothelioma Patients 54:02 Fasting Mimicking Diet and Chemotherapy 54:53 Plant-Based Diets and Cancer 56:19 Combination Therapy for Prostate Cancer 57:13 Inflammation and Cancer 58:02 Personal Interests and Reading Habits 59:57 Connect with Rob Newton Melbourne Athletic Development is a sports and injury management clinic based in Melbourne, Australia. To maximise your performance or optimise your injury management contact the team at www.melbourneathleticdevelopment.com.au