You feel fine. Nothing hurts. Everything seems normal.

But that doesn’t always mean you’re healthy.

In this episode of the Don’t Change Much Podcast, hosts Mike Cameron and Trevor Botkin sit down with medical oncologist and prevention researcher Dr. Zia Poonja to talk about a problem many men don’t realize they’re facing until it’s too late.

The gap between feeling healthy and actually being healthy.

Because for a lot of men, the warning signs don’t show up until years, sometimes decades, after the damage has already started.

Dr. Poonja introduces the idea of healthspan. Not just how long you live, but how long you stay strong, capable, and independent.

The conversation explores why so many men avoid doctors, delay testing, or assume they’re fine simply because they don’t have symptoms. And how that mindset can quietly lead to bigger problems later on.

It also challenges the idea of “normal” health. Just because your numbers fall within a range doesn’t mean you’re operating at your best.

One of the most powerful ideas in the episode is a simple shift in perspective.

Instead of asking, “Do I feel okay right now?”

Ask, “Am I building a body that will hold up 20 or 30 years from now?”

Because the goal isn’t just to live longer.

It’s to stay strong enough to actually enjoy the life you’ve built.

This isn’t about fear or drastic change.

It’s about paying attention earlier, making small adjustments, and giving yourself a better chance at a healthier future.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why many men feel healthy but aren’t actually healthy
The difference between lifespan vs healthspan (and why it matters)
Why waiting for symptoms is one of the biggest health mistakes men make
How “normal” test results can still hide underlying risk
Why strength and muscle are critical for long-term health
The real reason men avoid doctors and delay testing
How to start thinking about your future health today
Simple ways men can take a more proactive approach to their health

Support This Podcast and Canadian Men's Health Foundation

https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/






Follow Dr Zia Poonja
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-zia-poonja-38481237/ 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/my_healthspan/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ownmyhealthspan/ 
Website - https://www.myhealthspan.com/ 


Follow Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Website - https://menshealthfoundation.ca/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/menshealthfdn/
Facebook - https://facebook.com/menshealthfoundation

Follow Mike Cameron
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikecameron.ca/
Youtube - https://youtube.com/mikecameronspeaks 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikedavidcameron/
X - Mike Cameron (@axiommike) / X 
LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/mikecameron
Website - https://mikecameron.ca/
TedX Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/mike_cameron_redefining_badass_the_way_we_think_about_strong_is_wrong

 

Follow Trevor Botkin
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Muster Point IG - https://www.instagram.com/the_musterpoint
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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-botkin-869ab5143/

You feel fine. Nothing hurts. Everything seems normal.
But that doesn&rsquo;t always mean you&rsquo;re healthy.
In this episode of the Don&rsquo;t Change Much Podcast, hosts Mike Cameron and Trevor Botkin sit down with medical oncologist and prevention researcher Dr. Zia Poonja to talk about a problem many men don&rsquo;t realize they&rsquo;re facing until it&rsquo;s too late.
The gap between feeling healthy and actually being healthy.
Because for a lot of men, the warning signs don&rsquo;t show up until years, sometimes decades, after the damage has already started.
Dr. Poonja introduces the idea of healthspan. Not just how long you live, but how long you stay strong, capable, and independent.
The conversation explores why so many men avoid doctors, delay testing, or assume they&rsquo;re fine simply because they don&rsquo;t have symptoms. And how that mindset can quietly lead to bigger problems later on.
It also challenges the idea of &ldquo;normal&rdquo; health. Just because your numbers fall within a range doesn&rsquo;t mean you&rsquo;re operating at your best.
One of the most powerful ideas in the episode is a simple shift in perspective.
Instead of asking, &ldquo;Do I feel okay right now?&rdquo;
Ask, &ldquo;Am I building a body that will hold up 20 or 30 years from now?&rdquo;
Because the goal isn&rsquo;t just to live longer.
It&rsquo;s to stay strong enough to actually enjoy the life you&rsquo;ve built.
This isn&rsquo;t about fear or drastic change.
It&rsquo;s about paying attention earlier, making small adjustments, and giving yourself a better chance at a healthier future.
In this episode, you&rsquo;ll learn:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why many men feel healthy but aren&rsquo;t actually healthy</li>
<li aria-level="1">The difference between lifespan vs healthspan (and why it matters)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why waiting for symptoms is one of the biggest health mistakes men make</li>
<li aria-level="1">How &ldquo;normal&rdquo; test results can still hide underlying risk</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why strength and muscle are critical for long-term health</li>
<li aria-level="1">The real reason men avoid doctors and delay testing</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to start thinking about your future health today</li>
<li aria-level="1">Simple ways men can take a more proactive approach to their health</li>
</ul>
Support This Podcast and Canadian Men's Health Foundation
<a href="https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/">https://menshealthfoundation.ca/donate/</a>
 
Follow Dr Zia Poonja
<ul>
<li>LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-zia-poonja-38481237/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-zia-poonja-38481237/</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/my_healthspan/">https://www.instagram.com/my_healthspan/</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ownmyhealthspan/">https://www.facebook.com/ownmyhealthspan/</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Website - <a href="https://www.myhealthspan.com/">https://www.myhealthspan.com/</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 Follow Canadian Men&rsquo;s Health Foundation
<ul>
<li>Website - <a href="https://menshealthfoundation.ca/">https://menshealthfoundation.ca/</a></li>
<li>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/menshealthfdn/">https://www.instagram.com/menshealthfdn/</a></li>
<li>Facebook - https://facebook.com/menshealthfoundation</li>
</ul>
Follow Mike Cameron
<ul>
<li>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikecameron.ca/">https://www.instagram.com/mikecameron.ca/</a></li>
<li>Youtube - <a href="https://youtube.com/mikecameronspeaks">https://youtube.com/mikecameronspeaks</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikedavidcameron/">https://www.facebook.com/mikedavidcameron/</a></li>
<li>X - <a href="https://x.com/axiommike">Mike Cameron (@axiommike) / X</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>LinkedIn -<a href="https://linkedin.com/in/mikecameron"> https://linkedin.com/in/mikecameron </a>Website - <a href="https://mikecameron.ca/">https://mikecameron.ca/ </a>TedX Talk - <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/mike_cameron_redefining_badass_the_way_we_think_about_strong_is_wrong">https://www.ted.com/talks/mike_cameron_redefining_badass_the_way_we_think_about_strong_is_wrong</a></li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Follow Trevor Botkin
<ul>
<li>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gsnscreative">https://www.instagram.com/gsnscreative</a></li>
<li>Muster Point IG - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_musterpoint">https://www.instagram.com/the_musterpoint</a></li>
<li>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gsnscreative">https://www.facebook.com/gsnscreative</a></li>
<li>LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-botkin-869ab5143/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-botkin-869ab5143/</a></li>
</ul>

The Don’t Change Much Podcast is about men’s mental and physical health and conversations that build awareness, educate and provide simple lifestyle tips to help men and their families take action for better well-being. 

Each episode, host Dan Murphy is joined by Canada’s top influencers, world class athletes and subject matter experts who share their lived experiences and insights for better mental and physical health. 

The goal is to have real conversations about the things so many of us don’t prioritize: lowering stress, eating healthier, getting active and the impacts of not taking care of ourselves. 

Don’t Change Much is all about encouraging men to make simple changes that can have a big impact on their health, their families and their communities. Better health doesn’t have to mean a lifestyle overhaul.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.

The Don&rsquo;t Change Much Podcast is about men&rsquo;s mental and physical health and conversations that build awareness, educate and provide simple lifestyle tips to help men and their families take action for better well-being.&nbsp;
Each episode, host Dan Murphy is joined by Canada&rsquo;s top influencers, world class athletes and subject matter experts who share their lived experiences and insights for better mental and physical health.&nbsp;
The goal is to have real conversations about the things so many of us don&rsquo;t prioritize: lowering stress, eating healthier, getting active and the impacts of not taking care of ourselves.&nbsp;
Don&rsquo;t Change Much is all about encouraging men to make simple changes that can have a big impact on their health, their families and their communities. Better health doesn&rsquo;t have to mean a lifestyle overhaul.
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner.&nbsp;You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.

Don't Change Much

The Don’t Change Much Podcast is a men’s mental and physical health podcast for men who feel overwhelmed, under pressure, or quietly carrying more than they let on.

Hosted by Trevor Botkin and Mike Cameron, the show features honest, stigma-free conversations about men’s health — from mental health and emotional well-being to physical health, stress, anger, relationships, addiction, and resilience.

Twice a month, Trevor and Mike sit down with athletes, health experts, influential Canadians, and people with lived experience to talk about what men are facing right now. These are real conversations about feeling disconnected, struggling in silence, navigating loss or illness, rebuilding after crisis, and learning how to ask for help without shame.

Created by the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation, the trusted voice of men’s health, this podcast blends lived experience with expert-backed insight to help men take action earlier, prevent illness, and build healthier lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

You don’t need to change everything.
Sometimes, not changing much, but changing something, can save your life.

The Don&rsquo;t Change Much Podcast is a men&rsquo;s mental and physical health podcast for men who feel overwhelmed, under pressure, or quietly carrying more than they let on.
Hosted by Trevor Botkin and Mike Cameron, the show features honest, stigma-free conversations about men&rsquo;s health &mdash; from mental health and emotional well-being to physical health, stress, anger, relationships, addiction, and resilience.
Twice a month, Trevor and Mike sit down with athletes, health experts, influential Canadians, and people with lived experience to talk about what men are facing right now. These are real conversations about feeling disconnected, struggling in silence, navigating loss or illness, rebuilding after crisis, and learning how to ask for help without shame.
Created by the Canadian Men&rsquo;s Health Foundation, the trusted voice of men&rsquo;s health, this podcast blends lived experience with expert-backed insight to help men take action earlier, prevent illness, and build healthier lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.
You don&rsquo;t need to change everything. Sometimes, not changing much, but changing something, can save your life.