E41: How to Build Your Ultimate Health Team

Summary

In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle and Doctor K explore the importance of building a comprehensive health team beyond just having a primary care physician. They discuss various specialists and professionals that might be part of a health team, such as integrative doctors, personal trainers, chiropractors, therapists, health coaches, and dietitians. The conversation emphasizes the benefits of having a personalized health team that aligns with individual goals, whether for addressing specific health issues or optimizing overall wellness. The hosts also highlight the importance of setting realistic expectations from specialists and the role of mindset in achieving health goals.

 

Key Takeaways

• Comprehensive Health Teams: A primary care physician is essential, but having a broader health team can address specific needs and optimize health.
• Role of Specialists: Specialists such as integrative doctors, chiropractors, and therapists can offer targeted support that primary care doctors might not provide.
• Importance of Personal Trainers and Health Coaches: These professionals help in goal-setting, accountability, and optimizing physical performance.
• Therapy’s Role in Healing: Mental health is crucial for physical healing, and therapists can assist in overcoming psychological barriers to health improvement.
• Integrative Medicine: Integrative doctors combine traditional and alternative practices for a holistic approach to health.
• Realistic Expectations: Understanding the limitations and strengths of each health professional helps in setting realistic health goals.
• Mindset Matters: A positive mindset and belief in the effectiveness of treatments can significantly impact health outcomes.

 

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of a Health Team

02:52 Understanding Primary Care and Specialists

06:14 The Role of Integrative Medicine

09:05 The Value of Personal Trainers

12:01 The Need for Therapy in Health

14:58 The Role of Health Coaches

17:52 Optimizing Health with Specialists

20:54 Navigating Physical Therapy and Surgery

 

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL. 

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongevitycenter__fl/ 

 

Mentions:

• Dr. Kim Skokan: https://www.thelcfl.com/meet-our-team/dr-kim-skokan
• Stem Cell Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZvGpuXNQw4 

 

People:

• Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/
• On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod
• On X: @PeakPerformPod
• Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc
• Coach Kyle On Instagram @toxinfreekyle