The Prescription Strength Podcast

Welcome to Prescription Strength, where we explore practical advice for building and sustaining healthy habits. In this Pocket Prescription episode, Dr. Lynette Ewart tackles a common but rarely discussed challenge: sticking with strength training even when you don’t love it. Whether you’re a few months into your routine and finding it a chore, or you’re just starting out, this episode is for you....

Debunking Health Myths and Fad Diets with Craig JacksonIn this episode of the Prescription Strength Podcast, Dr. Lynette Ewart is joined by Craig Jackson of Craig Jackson Fitness. They discuss Craig's signature program, Breaking Fads, which aims to debunk widespread diet myths and promote sustainable health advice. The episode dives into the origins and risks of popular diet trends, such as th...

This is the first  Pocket Prescription  — short episodes for people who want to think more clearly about health without the noise. In this episode, I ask a simple question that’s harder than it sounds:  what does being healthy actually mean? Health isn’t how you look, and it isn’t always how you feel. Both are unreliable. Appearance can hide exhaustion, anxiety, or fragility. Feelings fluctuate wi...

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Life-Changing Diagnoses with Dr. Ceara ClarkeIn this episode, Dr. Ceara Clarke, a clinical psychologist in a large NHS hospital, discusses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and how it helps patients move forward after life-changing events or diagnoses. The conversation covers practical strategies for dealing with anxiety, stress, and the psychological im...

In this episode of the Prescription Strength Podcast, Sally joins to discuss the growing issue of vaping and smoking among teenagers.  Sally represents a program developed from the University of Leeds's research, designed to prevent these habits through evidence-based interventions. The discussion covers the scale of the problem, the appeal of vaping to teenagers, and the essential role of edu...

In this episode of the Prescription Strength Podcast, host Lynette is joined by Dr. Claire Davies, a GP in Hackney and a coach for female doctors at crossroads in their lives.  They discuss the importance of being heard as a patient, the challenges within the healthcare system, and the parallels in patient experiences for both medical professionals and general patients.  Dr. Davies shares insights...

In this episode of the Prescription Strength Podcast, I talk to one of my clients Anne, an experienced Pilates instructor who took me to task after a previous episode when I shared a negative experience of Pilates.  We delve into common misconceptions about Pilates, particularly its efficacy for back pain, and the differences between commercial gym classes and smaller, community-focused Pilates se...

Navigating Nutrition and Menopause with Emma Bardwell: I chat to Emma Bardwell, registered nutritionist and author of The 30g Plan. We discuss the role of nutrition in women's health, particularly during menopause. Emma shares her personal experience with perimenopause and explains common symptoms that lead women to seek nutritional advice. We discuss the importance of protein and fibre in die...

Understanding Physiotherapy: Myths, Realities, and Patient CareIn this episode, Lynette interviews Adam, an NHS physiotherapist with a significant online presence, to discuss common misconceptions about physiotherapy and the realities of the profession. Adam emphasizes the importance of proper diagnosis, especially in managing musculoskeletal issues like back pain. He narrates his personal experie...

Lifting and Life Lessons with a 70-Year-Old Powerlifter Join host Dr. Lynette Ewart on the Prescription Strength Podcast as she delves into an inspiring conversation with Diane, a 70-year-old competitive powerlifter. Discover how Diane navigated the fitness landscape, from feeling daunted entering a gym to becoming a seasoned competitor, lifting weights heavier than many half her age. They discuss...

Debunking Sleep Myths with Dr Lynette Ewart: From Perfect Sleep to Insomnia Solutions In this episode of the Prescription Strength Podcast, host Dr. Lynette Ewart, a GP and personal trainer, delves deep into the world of sleep with sleep expert Dr Eidn Mahmoudzadeh of The Sleep Project. They discuss common myths around sleep, especially the misconception that everyone needs eight hours of sleep. ...

Understanding and Managing Chronic PainIn this episode of the Iron Prescription Podcast, Drs. Lynette and Stuart discuss the growing issue of chronic pain and the use of therapeutic cocktails to manage it. They explore the differences between acute and chronic pain, the complexities of chronic pain management, and the role of psychological factors in pain perception. They also touch on the body&#3...

In this episode of the Iron Prescription Podcast, Drs. Lynette and Stuart are joined by Dr. Samantha Lewis, a clinical psychologist specialising in neurodiversity assessments in adults. The discussion delves into adult ADHD, its misconceptions, and the evolution of understanding this condition over the past 20 years. Dr. Lewis explains the symptoms, impacts, and the importance of a thorough diagno...

In this episode of the Iron Prescription Podcast, Drs. Lynette and Stuart discuss their personal and professional experiences with prostate cancer. Dr. Stuart shares his firsthand account of being diagnosed with prostate cancer, the various treatment options he explored, and the significant role fitness played in his recovery. He also addresses the misconceptions about fitness providing complete i...

In this conversation, host Lynette interviews Jess Wall, a psychological skills mentor from CHIMP Management, discussing the CHIMP model developed by Professor Steve Peters. Jess introduces herself and her role, elaborating on how the CHIMP model helps understand human behavior by exploring the neuroscience behind it. She shares her personal journey to joining CHIMP Management and explains various...

In this episode, we talk about our journey towards improving our podcast audio quality, inspired by a technical glitch from our previous episode. We then dive into the topic of health anxiety, sharing personal definitions and experiences. We discuss how intrusive thoughts about one's health can be overwhelming and how prevalent this issue is today. We highlight the therapeutic benefits of exer...

Can You Be Fat and Fit? Examining the Relationships Between Weight, Health, and FitnessWe delve deep into the debate about whether you can be fat and fit. Inspired by recent books critical of diet culture, we explore the literature, discuss the impact of language changes in medical terminology, and the intricacies of BMI and waist measurements as indicators of health. We also touch on the misunder...

In this episode, we have a deep-dive discussion on the world of supplements. We explore personal supplementation habits, touch on the evidence behind Omega-3, Vitamin D, Creatine, Magnesium, and collagen, and discuss their effectiveness and safety. The conversation also addresses the placebo effect, the power of marketing in the supplement industry, and the challenges in navigating unregulated pro...

Getting older can bring with it a host of health issues you didn't ask for. Is this the same as ageing? Can you really make a difference to your trajectory of ageing? If so what things make a difference. Discussing this from a perspective of over 20 years clinical experience.

Everyone is talking about weight loss injections and they are here to stay. We discuss how they work, what you can expect, what the risks are and what happens when you stop them.

In this episode we talk about some of the misconceptions around training for strength.  Why your program design really matters if you want the right results. Why your health will suffer if you don’t prioritise strength.  What you should add to your diet if you care about building and maintaining strength. 

Should you take a statin if you are offered one? How do you really understand the risks and benefits if all you've had is a text message from your practice? What can you do instead if you don't want to take one? We discuss our approach to this hot topic that seems to generate a lot of heated debate for most people in the 2nd half of life. If you want to see what your risk score is with the most so...

In this episode we discuss what Stuart has taken away from a recent trip to work with the RedTribe community charity in South Kenya. More information on their work can be found here https://www.redtribe.org We talk about what life is like for people who live a traditional tribal life, but are facing the challenges of globalisation knocking at the door. We also discuss how health expectations and h...

We discuss the topic of testosterone in health and training. It can be good, great in fact, but like everything it can have a down side.

In this episode we talk about how we approach depression in the consultation and the complexities of bringing exercise and activity into the discussion. We discuss the role of medication in the short and longer term, the evolutionary mechanisms that have ensured we've evolved to feel better when we move and we catch up on how our respective challenges are shaping up.