My guest today is the winner of this years’ Scientist of the Year for western Australia, Professor Robert Newton. 

He’s a Professor of Exercise Science & a trailblazer in the concept of Exercise as Medicine, he’s shown how exercise can prevent and treat many chronic conditions, and has done groundbreaking work in Exercise and Cancer. 

We discuss just why exercise is so beneficial for the body and the brain and how it impacts on a host of chronic diseases. Highlights include:


Why muscular power & muscle mass is critical for older adults - 5:13
Practical training strategies for health & longevity 13:15
Our genome require us to be highly active: 14:36
Why exercise is medicine: 17:35
Type 2 diabetes - the disease we don't have to have: 20:30
Insights from genetic twin studies: 23:55
Exercise for your heart: 27:15
Exercise & cancer: 29:07
Exercise enhances chemotherapy effectiveness: 36:05
Exercise and mood disorders: 45:10
Why a pill will never replace exercise: 54:10
Exercise & gene expression: 58:50
The role of epigenetics in health & disease: 1:00:33
Exercise & kids: 1:04:25
What Rob does for exercise: 1:06:35

My guest today is the winner of this years’ Scientist of the Year for western Australia, Professor Robert Newton. He’s a Professor of Exercise Science &amp; a trailblazer in the concept of Exercise as Medicine, he’s shown how exercise can prevent and treat many chronic conditions, and has done groundbreaking work in Exercise and Cancer.  We discuss just why exercise is so beneficial for the body and the brain and how it impacts on a host of chronic diseases. Highlights include: <ul><li>Why muscular power &amp; muscle mass is critical for older adults - 5:13</li><li>Practical training strategies for health &amp; longevity 13:15</li><li>Our genome require us to be highly active: 14:36</li><li>Why exercise is medicine: 17:35</li><li>Type 2 diabetes - the disease we don&apos;t have to have: 20:30</li><li>Insights from genetic twin studies: 23:55</li><li>Exercise for your heart: 27:15</li><li>Exercise &amp; cancer: 29:07</li><li>Exercise enhances chemotherapy effectiveness: 36:05</li><li>Exercise and mood disorders: 45:10</li><li>Why a pill will never replace exercise: 54:10</li><li>Exercise &amp; gene expression: 58:50</li><li>The role of epigenetics in health &amp; disease: 1:00:33</li><li>Exercise &amp; kids: 1:04:25</li><li>What Rob does for exercise: 1:06:35</li></ul>

Host Dr Paul Taylor, a Psychophysiologist, Neuroscientist, Exercise Scientist, and Nutritionist interviews experts from around the world on cutting edge research and practices related to improving hardiness in your mind, body and brain to become your best self.

Host Dr Paul Taylor, a Psychophysiologist, Neuroscientist, Exercise Scientist, and Nutritionist interviews experts from around the world on cutting edge research and practices related to improving hardiness in your mind, body and brain to become your best self.

Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor

Host Dr Paul Taylor, a Psychophysiologist, Neuroscientist, Exercise Scientist, and Nutritionist interviews experts from around the world on cutting edge research and practices related to improving hardiness in your mind, body and brain to become your best self. 

Host Dr Paul Taylor, a Psychophysiologist, Neuroscientist, Exercise Scientist, and Nutritionist interviews experts from around the world on cutting edge research and practices related to improving hardiness in your mind, body and brain to become your best self.&nbsp;

Western Australia's Scientist of The Year on why exercise is the best medicine we have ever had.

This week I discuss a fascinating research paper that changes how we think about salt and blood pressure.

This week I discuss a fascinating research paper that changes how we think about salt and blood pressure.

Do you really need to watch your salt intake? The science is much more nuanced than Doctors think - Wisdom Wednesdays

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This week on Mojo Monday, Carly explores something many of us experience: replaying conversations in our minds and wondering if we said the right thing. Why do social interactions sometimes leave us doubting ourselves? Carly reflects on the quiet pressure we often place on ourselves to be interesting, articulate, or insightful in conversations, and how that pressure can fuel our inner critic. Drawing on ideas from Japanese psychology, particularly Morita therapy, she shares a simple shift that can help conversations feel more natural: moving our attention away from how we’re performing and toward genuine curiosity and presence with the person in front of us.

This week on Mojo Monday, Carly explores something many of us experience: replaying conversations in our minds and wondering if we said the right thing. Why do social interactions sometimes leave us doubting ourselves? Carly reflects on the quiet pressure we often place on ourselves to be interesting, articulate, or insightful in conversations, and how that pressure can fuel our inner critic. Drawing on ideas from Japanese psychology, particularly Morita therapy, she shares a simple shift that can help conversations feel more natural: moving our attention away from how we&rsquo;re performing and toward genuine curiosity and presence with the person in front of us.

When We Overthink What We Say With Carly Taylor

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In this conversation, Graeme Cowan shares his personal journey through mental health challenges and discusses the importance of mental well-being in the workplace. He highlights the impact of stress and burnout, the role of leadership in fostering psychological safety, and practical strategies for self-care and mindset shifts. Graeme emphasises the interconnectedness of mental and physical health and provides actionable insights for individuals and leaders to create a supportive work environment.

 

Takeaways
Graeme Cowan experienced severe depression after a business downturn.
The impact of mental health extends to loved ones, not just the individual.
Workplace programs can leverage large numbers of participants for mental health awareness.
Storytelling is a powerful tool in mental health advocacy.
Many managers experience severe stress, affecting team engagement.
Psychological safety is crucial for team performance and innovation.
Self-compassion can enhance resilience and risk-taking.
A growth mindset encourages continuous learning and improvement.
Intentional actions significantly influence our mood and well-being.
Building supportive relationships is essential for mental health.

 

00:00 The Journey to Mental Health Awareness

11:00 Understanding Workplace Stress and Burnout

17:00 Leadership and Psychological Safety in the Workplace

22:35 The Origins of Team Effectiveness

27:32 Mindset and Self-Compassion

33:14 The Great Leaders Care Mindset

43:40 Practical Steps for Individuals and Teams

 

Resources

Graeme Cowan’s latest book;Great Leaders Care

Weblink: https://graemecowan.com.au/    

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graemecowan1/

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

 

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In this conversation, Graeme Cowan shares his personal journey through mental health challenges and discusses the importance of mental well-being in the workplace. He highlights the impact of stress and burnout, the role of leadership in fostering psychological safety, and practical strategies for self-care and mindset shifts. Graeme emphasises the interconnectedness of mental and physical health and provides actionable insights for individuals and leaders to create a supportive work environment.
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Takeaways
<ul>
<li>Graeme Cowan experienced severe depression after a business downturn.</li>
<li>The impact of mental health extends to loved ones, not just the individual.</li>
<li>Workplace programs can leverage large numbers of participants for mental health awareness.</li>
<li>Storytelling is a powerful tool in mental health advocacy.</li>
<li>Many managers experience severe stress, affecting team engagement.</li>
<li>Psychological safety is crucial for team performance and innovation.</li>
<li>Self-compassion can enhance resilience and risk-taking.</li>
<li>A growth mindset encourages continuous learning and improvement.</li>
<li>Intentional actions significantly influence our mood and well-being.</li>
<li>Building supportive relationships is essential for mental health.</li>
</ul>
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00:00 The Journey to Mental Health Awareness
11:00 Understanding Workplace Stress and Burnout
17:00 Leadership and Psychological Safety in the Workplace
22:35 The Origins of Team Effectiveness
27:32 Mindset and Self-Compassion
33:14 The Great Leaders Care Mindset
43:40 Practical Steps for Individuals and Teams
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Resources
Graeme Cowan&rsquo;s latest book; <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Great-Leaders-Care-Developing-Successful/dp/1394389337">Great Leaders Care</a>
Weblink: <a href="https://graemecowan.com.au/">https://graemecowan.com.au/</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graemecowan1/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graemecowan/
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Support the Podcast
If you found this conversation valuable, consider subscribing and leaving a review on your preferred podcast platform. Your feedback helps us continue to bring you insightful discussions on important health topics.
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Navigating Mental Health Challenges with Graeme Cowan

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Western Australia's Scientist of The Year on why exercise is the best medicine we have ever had.

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