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In this episode of the Healthy Living Doesn’t Have to SUCK podcast, host Melyssa welcomes fitness expert Mike Stack. Mike, an exercise physiologist and president of the Physical Activity Alliance, discusses the importance of integrating movement into daily life to enhance overall health and well-being. He differentiates between physical activity and exercise, emphasizing that all forms of movement count towards health. Mike also addresses common myths about strength training and highlights its critical role in improving functional capacity, especially as we age. This episode is part of the Lifestyle Medicine Week series and aims to inspire listeners to find enjoyable and meaningful ways to incorporate physical activity into their lives!
ABOUT MIKE STACK
Michael E Stack, BS, ACSM-EP, ACSM-EIM, ACSM-PAPHS, CSCS, FMFA Michael Stack is the founder & CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions, the Michigan Moves Coalition and the More than Movement Foundation. He is a faculty lecturer for the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology and the President of the Physical Activity Alliance. He is also the creator and the host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, produced in conjunction with University of Michigan. Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade. He is dedicated to the policy and system changes to ensure exercise professionals become an essential part of healthcare delivery.
With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching, lifestyle interventions to mitigate chronic disease and leadership. He is credentialed through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), Exercise is Medicine practitioner (ASCM-EIM), and a Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM-PAPHS). Michael is a National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach. Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology.
Michael is the Chair of the Michigan Moves Coalition, and a board member of the Michigan Fitness Association. He is the chair of the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors. Michael is an expert curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) and a Fellow of the Medical Fitness Association.
Michael lectures nationally for several health/fitness certification and continuing education organizations, including; ACSM, ACLM, IHRSA, the Medical Fitness Association, the National Strength & Conditioning Association, and SCW Fitness.
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- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-stack-b74a5319/
- Website: https://www.wellnessparadoxpod.com/
- Website: Applied Fitness Solutions – https://4afsfit.com/
- The Joy Choice by Michelle Segar: https://michellesegar.com/the-joy-choice/
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TIMESTAMPS
- 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
- 01:00 Guest Background and Career Journey
- 03:28 The Importance of Movement
- 05:33 Distinguishing Physical Activity from Exercise
- 12:13 Strategies for Getting Started with Movement
- 18:05 Finding Time for Movement
- 18:37 Enjoyment in Physical Activities
- 19:58 Strength Training Benefits
- 20:22 Guidelines for Strength Training
- 24:32 Strength vs. Power
- 28:04 Resources for Starting Physical Activity
- 29:35 Evidence-Based Fitness Guidance
- 32:54 Connecting Healthy Living to Personal Values
- 37:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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