25. How to Age Gracefully, Stay Active, and Invest in Your Health

Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD

Featuring Diane Shiffer: Physical Therapy, Anti-Aging, and Healthspan In this episode of Walk, Don’t Run to the Doctor, Dr. Miles Hassell sits down with Diane Shiffer, a physical therapist and business owner, to discuss the intersection of physical activity, aging, and healthspan. Together, they explore how movement, community, and thoughtful health practices can promote longevity and well-being.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of Movement: Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining strength, balance, and overall health, especially as we age.
2. Repair, Restore, Reimagine: Diane's three-step approach encourages recovery, functional restoration, and envisioning new possibilities for an active lifestyle.
3. Mix It Up: Diversify exercise routines to prevent overuse injuries and ensure holistic fitness.
4. Games for Brain and Body: Activities like table tennis and pickleball combine physical movement with cognitive challenges, promoting brain health and social connection.
5. Invest in Your Health Early: Diane introduces the concept of a "401(k) for your body," emphasizing the importance of building physical resilience in your 30s and 40s to reap benefits later in life.
6. Avoid Overtraining: Balance exercise intensity with recovery to reduce injury risks and optimize benefits.
7. Professional Guidance Matters: Partnering with healthcare professionals can help tailor exercise programs to individual needs, avoiding common pitfalls.

Tune in to learn actionable tips for fostering a healthier, more active life and setting the stage for a long, vibrant healthspan.

Diane Shiffer combines expertise and passion to empower others in their health and wellness journeys. She earned her degree in Biology from Willamette University before completing her Physical Therapy education at the University of Puget Sound. With over three decades of dedication to orthopedic care, Diane achieved her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification through the American Physical Therapy Association. Additionally, she is a Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT) through the North American Institute of Manual Therapy, further enhancing her hands-on approach to patient care.

An active leader and advocate in the physical therapy community, Diane has contributed her expertise as an Active Delegate, Vice President, and member of the Nominating Committee for the Oregon Physical Therapy Association.

Outside the clinic, Diane is deeply committed to community service and staying active. She can be found at Connetct & Beyond Physical Therapy: www.connectoregon.com

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