What Your Husband, Brother, Son, or Dad Might Need to Know About Movement

This is the Men’s Health episode in honour of Father’s Day this month.Biomechanist Katy Bowman and biologist Dr Jeannette Loram discuss health issues more common in male bodies, including abdominal aortic aneurysms, type 2 diabetes, gout, and male pelvic health.Drawing on anatomy, physiology, and lifestyle habits, they explore why men may be more susceptible to these conditions and offer movement and lifestyle solutions to consider. They also take a deeper look at the relationships between abdominal aortic aneurysms, pelvic health, and how chair sitting and sedentary lifestyles may affect both.Whether you're interested in men's health or caring for the men in your life, this episode offers a fresh perspective on common health challenges through a movement lens.Enhanced Show Notes and Full Transcript0:00 — Intro and welcome.2:40 — Conditions more common in men: abdominal aortic aneurysms, diabetes, gout, and testicular issues.3:40 — Thanks to our sponsors: the Dynamic Collective.6:20 — What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm?9:33 — Why are abdominal aortic aneurysms more prevalent in men?16:10 — Sitting as a cardiovascular risk factor.17:07 — Testicles, chairs, and pelvic tucking.25:20 — Waist stiffness, abdominal weakness, and pelvic floor function.29:19 — Movement considerations for pelvic and abdominal health.31:00 — Type 2 diabetes, muscle loss, and men’s health.32:48 — Gout: why men are more at risk and exercise considerations.37:30 — Listener question: male vs. female flexibility (sponsored by Ikaria Design).Books, Links and Resources:Rethink Your Position by Katy Bowman Diabetes and Exercise: How Exactly Muscle Movement Manages Blood Sugar –– Podcast Ep 187Connect, Move & Learn:Join Our Newsletter: Movement Colored GlassesFollow Katy on SubstackTry Katy's Virtual Studio Free for 7 days!Made Possible By Our Wonderful Sponsors:Ikaria Design: The Soul Seat® offers height-adjustable, multi-position sitting—get 10% off new chairs and desks with code DNA10ScreenFit™: a complete online vision training program —take $200 off with code NUTRITIOUSMOVEMENTMovemate: Active standing boards with smoothly articulating wooden slats. Designed to keep you moving without interrupting your focus.Venn Design: Beautifully upholstered ball-shaped Air Chairs and floor cushions that encourage dynamic sittingMy Happy Feet: Toe-spacing socks that gently realign toes for comfortable shoe recovery—take 20% off with code MYDNAFreet Barefoot: creators of comfortable barefoot shoes built for natural movement, flexibility, and durability— use code DNA10 for 10% off.Earth Runners:  makers of minimalist earthing sandals designed for natural foot movement and connection to the ground— use code DNA10 for 10% off.Thoughts/questions email us at [email protected] Voice on the Podcast: Read The Credits  October Retreats 2026