Happy Lifestyle Medicine Week 2025!
We kicked off the week yesterday, hosting Calgary’s 2nd Walk With A Doc event. We had a strong turnout despite rainy weather and walked for 49 minutes. Grateful to everyone who showed up for their health!
As you know, we start each month’s walk with a health talk, and for May our topic is, “What Is Lifestyle Medicine?”
Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based, medical specialty that focuses on whole person care through behaviour change. There are six pillars:
- Nutrition – whole food, plant-predominant eating
- Movement – consistency over intensity
- Sleep – quality and quantity
- Stress Management – mental health optimization
- Avoiding Risky Substances – say NO!
- Social Connection – #1 predictor of longevity
We will learn more about each of these at our monthly walks and in our newsletter!
Walking is safe, free, and welcoming to one and all. I hope to see you at our next walk on June 22nd, 2025 in Calgary!
Let’s get healthier one step at a time and let’s practice lifestyle medicine together!