The Path from LifestyleRx

In this episode, Dan and Brendan discuss the relationship between consistency and intensity. Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan is joined by Dr. Stuart Phillips, one of the world’s leading researchers in skeletal muscle physiology and protein metabolism.He’s a professor in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University, where he has spent decades studying how muscle adapts to exercise, how protein supports that process, and how these factors influence health across the lifespan.Dr. Phillips has published hundreds of scientific papers in this area, and his work has played a major role in shaping current thinking on protein requirements, muscle health, aging, and resistance training.More recently, he chaired the updated resistance training position stand from the American College of Sports Medicine, helping define how we think about strength training and physical performance today.He’s known for bringing a clear, evidence-based perspective to topics that are often oversimplified in the public space—and for helping bridge the gap between physiology and practical application.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan is joined by Dr. Chris Lewis to discuss all about preventative care. As an internal medicine specialist and LifestyleRx practitioner, Dr. Lewis believes that every patient is different and strives to create a treatment plan that tailors to each patient’s unique needs. In internal medicine, he is particularly interested in the prevention and management of chronic health conditions such as hypertension and diabetes. Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Kevin Gilmour, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! [https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca](http://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca/)More info: [https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/](https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/)

In this episode Brendan is joined by Dr. Nicolette Jacobsz to discuss chronic pain and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Nicolette Jacobsz is a family physician based on Vancouver Island with a broad clinical interest in lifestyle medicine and whole-person care. Through her practice, she focuses on bridging conventional medical care with evidence-based lifestyle interventions, helping patients address the root causes of chronic disease. Her work reflects a thoughtful, integrative approach to medicine that prioritizes sustainability, patient empowerment, and long-term health outcomes.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Mike and Jen Holmes, patients from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan discuss the common fork in the road between weight loss, lifestyle change, and GLP-1 medications.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode Brendan is joined by Dr. Lauren Capozzi to discuss all about lymphedema.Dr. Lauren Capozzi is a Cancer Physiatrist and Provincial Medical Director of Cancer Rehabilitation with Supportive Care at BC Cancer. She holds a PhD in Health and Exercise Psychology, is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, and Co-Founder of Thrive Health—an organization focused on training fitness professionals to support individuals with cancer through exercise.Lauren’s clinical and research work is dedicated to improving function and quality of life for people facing cancer. Her research focuses on screening for physical impairments, triaging patients into appropriate rehabilitation services, and implementing sustainable rehabilitation and exercise programs across the cancer care continuum. She also collaborates on national and international initiatives to tailor rehabilitation and exercise resources for underserved populations.Lauren is passionate about creating active, person-centered models of survivorship care— while maintaining an active lifestyle.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan talks to Dr. Sarah McCorquodale. Dr. McCorquodale is a family physician who believes the most impactful care happens when patients feel heard, supported, and capable of change. Alongside her clinical work, she plays a key leadership role in medical education as Regional Associate Dean for the Interior at the University of British Columbia, where she provides strategic direction for undergraduate and postgraduate medical training across British Columbia’s Interior.Working closely with Interior Health, Divisions of Family Practice, and community partners, she helps create high-quality, community-connected learning environments and supports the growth of health research in the region. A clinical associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine, Dr. McCorquodale has held several educational leadership roles, including Family Practice Site Director, Clinical Experiences Integration Co-Lead, and medical school course co-director.Across all of her work, she brings a grounded, compassionate approach—focused on practical, sustainable change, strong relationships, and supporting both patients and learners in building confidence and capability over time.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Julia McCoid, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan explore why individual responses can vary. Ask us a video question! http://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca/More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky to discuss creatine!Dr. Tarnopolsky is a neuromuscular and neurometabolic clinician-scientist who received an MD and PhD from McMaster University. He currently holds an endowed chair from McMaster Children’s Hospital Foundation in the area of neuromuscular and neurometabolic genetic disorders and follows over 1500 patients with myopathies, mitochondrial disorders and other neurogenetic disorders. He has published over 550 peer reviewed papers. His research focuses on pharmacological, nutraceutical and exercise therapies for neuromuscular and neurometabolic disorders (mainly mitochondrial disease), aging, obesity and other disorders that affect the mitochondria and muscle function. He is the founder, CEO and CSO of Exerkine Corporation which is a bio-technology/nutraceutical company developing therapies for aging, obesity, muscular dystrophy and mitochondrial disorders.Previous Interviews with Dr. Tarnopolsky:Episode 55: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3D9agKKxH8Episode 67: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh48pZSx-8kAs mentioned in the episode, here is the link to StayAbove Nutrition: https://stayabovenutrition.ca/You can use discount code LSR20 for 20% off. LifestyleRx does not receive any monetary compensation from the use of this code or the purchase of this product.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca/More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! http://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.ca/More info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Peggy Yakimov, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Tammy Brander, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, we watch the Deep Dive video on Preventing Heart Disease before Brendan and Dan discuss Heart Disease Prevention in more detail.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Lynn Gehl, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Chantal Forsyth, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan do a deep dive on Prediabetes.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Dan and Brendan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan talks to Dr. Alyse Goldberg. Dr. Goldberg is an endocrinologist specializing in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as well as gestational diabetes. She has recently joined LifestyleRx to bring a lifestyle approach to PCOS patients. Alyse and Brendan will discuss PCOS, what it means, why it develops and what you can do about it.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Victor Sweet, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan talks with Dr. Tom Elliott, LifestyleRx’s Medical Director for Endocrinology.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan answer more of your questions!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Audriana Monteiro, one of the physiotherapists on our LifestyleRx Team!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Michael Pilling, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky to continue their conversation on the Mitocondria!Dr. Tarnopolsky is a neuromuscular and neurometabolic clinician-scientist who received an MD and PhD from McMaster University. He currently holds an endowed chair from McMaster Children’s Hospital Foundation in the area of neuromuscular and neurometabolic genetic disorders and follows over 1500 patients with myopathies, mitochondrial disorders and other neurogenetic disorders. He has published over 550 peer reviewed papers. His research focuses on pharmacological, nutraceutical and exercise therapies for neuromuscular and neurometabolic disorders (mainly mitochondrial disease), aging, obesity and other disorders that affect the mitochondria and muscle function. He is the founder, CEO and CSO of Exerkine Corporation which is a bio-technology/nutraceutical company developing therapies for aging, obesity, muscular dystrophy and mitochondrial disorders. As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to StayAbove Nutrition: https://stayabovenutrition.ca/You can use discount code LSR20 for 20% off. LifestyleRx does not receive any monetary compensation from the use of this code or the purchase of this product.

In this episode, Brendan and Dan answer some of the most commonly asked questions from the LifestyleRx community!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode Brendan and Dan take a deep dive into lipid panels and explain how to interpret yours.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan continues his discussion with Jess Pirnak, our Lead Dietitian about Gut Health.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

Dr. Maziar Badii is a rheumatologist and an expert in osteoarthritis. He specializes in the diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of spinal disorders including inflammatory disorders of the neck and back. In today's episode he will answer Brendan's questions about osteoarthritis.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan take a deep dive into Osteoarthritis.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Lisa Boroditsky, a patient from the LifestyleRx program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan tackle more of your questions.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan continues his discussion with Dr. Saide Nakazi, an Endocrinologist on our LifestyleRx Team about diabetes medications and why certain medications are used in different situations.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan talks to Dr. Saide Nakazi, an Endocrinologist on our LifestyleRx Team about diabetes medications and why certain medications are used in different situations.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Jess begin a series talking all about Gut Health!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan take a deep dive into Inflammation!Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky. Dr. Tarnopolsky is a neuromuscular and neurometabolic clinician-scientist who received an MD and PhD from McMaster University. He currently holds an endowed chair from McMaster Children’s Hospital Foundation in the area of neuromuscular and neurometabolic genetic disorders and follows over 1500 patients with myopathies, mitochondrial disorders and other neurogenetic disorders. He has published over 550 peer reviewed papers. His research focuses on pharmacological, nutraceutical and exercise therapies for neuromuscular and neurometabolic disorders (mainly mitochondrial disease), aging, obesity and other disorders that affect the mitochondria and muscle function.He is the founder, CEO and CSO of Exerkine Corporation which is a bio-technology/nutraceutical company developing therapies for aging, obesity, muscular dystrophy and mitochondrial disorders.As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to StayAbove Nutrition: https://stayabovenutrition.ca/products/muscle-5/You can use discount code LSR20 for 20% off. LifestyleRx does not receive any monetary compensation from the use of this code or the purchase of this product.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Jess Pirnak, LifestyleRx’s Lead Dietitian.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan and Dan answer more of your questions and then Brendan interviews Mona Uppal, a patient that has gone through the LifestyleRx Program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Dr. Sarah Aloudat, a Nephrologist, kidney specialist, and hypertension expert who is a doctor on the LifestyleRx team.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, we watch the Deep Dive video on Hypertension and then Brendan and Dan discuss Hypertension in more detail.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Michelle Anderson Draper, a patient that has gone through the LifestyleRx Program.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/

In this episode, Brendan interviews Dr. Alnoor Ramji, the LifestyleRx Medical Director for Fatty Liver Disease.Ask us a video question! https://ask-a-question.lifestylerx.caMore info: https://community.lifestylerx.io/c/the-path-podcast/