Professionalizing the Exercise Profession with Michael Stack-S2:E18

Join us for an electrifying conversation with Michael Stack, the powerhouse founder and CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions and the Michigan Moves Coalition. As a dynamic faculty lecturer at the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology and the visionary host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, Michael is revolutionizing the fitness industry. With over 30 years of experience as an exercise physiologist, health entrepreneur, and fitness advocate, he’s on a mission to embed fitness professionals firmly into the healthcare realm. Armed with credentials from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength & Conditioning Association, Michael is leading the charge for systemic change. His accolades include being the President-Elect of the Physical Activity Alliance, Michigan Moves Coalition, and Michigan Fitness Association. He’s also an influential voice on the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors and a respected curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. In this thrilling episode, we dive into Michael’s inspiring transformation from an overweight high school student to a trailblazing health entrepreneur. He shares his compelling vision for policy reform that integrates fitness pros into healthcare, akin to the rise of dietitians and physical therapists. Discover Michael’s game-changing initiatives: programmatic accreditation, professional registration, and continuous education. We tackle the fitness industry’s high turnover rates due to low pay and advocate for sustainable compensation. Finally, we engage in a candid dialogue about transitioning from a volume-based to a value-based healthcare system, spotlighting exercise as a cornerstone of health. This conversation underscores the vital role of movement in health and the urgent need for equitable healthcare access. Don’t miss this empowering episode! https://www.facebook.com/wellnessparadox https://www.instagram.com/wellnessparadox/ https://twitter.com/WellnessParadox https://www.linkedin.com/company/76870803/admin/feed/posts/ https://www.wellnessparadoxpod.com/ To take action: https://journals.lww.com/acsm-healthfitness/fulltext/2024/09000/professionalizing_the_exercise_profession___what.6.aspx https://paamovewithus.org/ https://www.acsm.org/ https://usreps.org/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.