The Science of Fitness Podcast · Science of Fitness

S2 E24 The Power of Physical Activity in Healthcare w/ Sjaan Gomersall, Associate Professor

·1 hr 6 min·5 clips
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Associate Professor Sian Gomisal discusses the integration of physical activity promotion into healthcare, covering topics like behavior change techniques, the accuracy of wearable technology, and the importance of strength training. She shares personal anecdotes about her career journey and emphasizes that all health professionals should advocate for exercise to improve patient outcomes.

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A practical look at the gap between exercise advice and real-world behaviour change.

This episode looks at a familiar problem from a practical angle: knowing that physical activity matters is one thing, but helping people actually do it is another.

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You want a clear read on why exercise advice often breaks down at the follow-through stage.

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