The Fit Physician

Jake Wright & Dr. Suzanne Rutherford

English Fitness Health & Fitness Medicine

Apple Podcasts Website RSS

Episodes 98

Avg. Duration 37m

Activity Highly Active

Since Jan 2024

Latest Episode Jun 2026

Outreach Signals

Features Guests

Publishing Details

Schedule

Weekly

Format

Episodic

Consistency

91%

Hosting

feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

Are you a busy woman in medicine looking to take your fitness and nutrition to the next level to thrive in all aspects of your life? Look no further! Welcome to The Fit Physician podcast. As women in medicine, it’s your nature to care for others, often at the expense of your own physical and mental well-being. This can go on for months, even years. It’s time to put an end to this narrative, for all women physicians! And it starts now, with you, and The Fit Physician podcast! Hosted by Jake Wright, BSc, a women’s fitness specialist with over 15 years of experience and joining him is, Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD, a practicing physician with an undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences. You’d be hard pressed to find two experts more passionate about empowering women physicians to live life to the fullest through prioritizing health and fitness. Suzanne & Jake have dedicated the past 6 years transforming the lives of 100s of women in medicine such as yourself. Their passion for inspiring physicians shines through every episode, sharing stories, insights, expert advice, and providing actionable steps to prioritize yourself guilt-free. So, if you're a busy woman physician ready to break free from the constraints of guilt, elevate your health, and become the best version of yourself, join Jake and Suzanne on The Fit Physician podcast. They're not just coaches; they're your partners in this transformative journey towards a life where you thrive, unapologetically. Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD (Instagram: @slmmd1976) Search the globe and it will be hard to find someone more dedicated to women physicians health & well-being than Suzanne. A practicing physician, Suzanne combines her medical expertise with a foundation in nutritional sciences from her undergraduate studies. Her passion lies in evidence-based nutrition and empowering fellow women physicians to embrace strength, health, and confidence in their own skin. Suzanne doesn’t just talk the talk. After completing medical school and welcoming her second child into the world, she found herself facing personal health and fitness challenges that left her feeling like a stranger within her own body. Determined to make a change, Suzanne rekindled her knowledge of nutrition while introducing strength training into her weekly routine. The result? She lost over 30 lbs, has kept it off, and feels better in her 40s than she did in her 20s! Now she spends the better part of her professional career helping other busy women physicians to achieve similar life-altering results. Jake Wright, BSc (Instagram: @thefitphysiciancoach Facebook: Jake Wright Facebook page: The Fit Physician Coach) Meet Jake, also known as The Fit Physician Coach. Jake’s experience includes a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology, over 15+ years as a women's fitness specialist, along with several advanced certifications in strength and condition, nutrition, and joint health. For the past 6 years and counting, Jake has spent his career dedicated to inspiring busy women physicians to overcome barriers with time, energy, and the demands of their profession, to build a sustainable fitness routine that delivers life-changing results. What separates Jake from the pack is not his education or his experience but his compassion. Jake's gift is guiding women to discover strength they never thought possible. In turn, helping them to build confidence in the gym, in their bodies, and in every other aspect of their life.

Podcasting 2.0 Features

episode medium

Social Media

Instagram Instagram

Explore Statistics

English Podcasts Report Fitness Report Health & Fitness Report Medicine Report English Fitness Report

Recent Episodes

Ep. 96: It’s Never Too Late: The Incredible Story Of How Joan McDonald Transformed Her Health at 70

Jun 08, 2026 49m

At 70 years old, Joan McDonald was facing high blood pressure, declining health, and the very real possibility of losing her independence. What started as a tough conversation with her daughter,…

Ep. 95: Proof You Can Put Your Health First Even Through The Chaos Of Life In Medicine: Dr. Michelle's Story

Jun 01, 2026 46m

In this week’s episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with emergency physician and global health leader Dr. Michelle Niescierenko to discuss how she transformed her health and fitness…

Ep. 94: Hall Of Fame: Fat Loss Unlocked- Changing Perceptions For Permanent Weight Loss

May 25, 2026 47m

In this conversation, Jake Wright and Suzanne discuss the challenges of fat loss, the importance of preserving muscle mass, and the impact of menopause on body composition. They emphasize the need…

Ep. 93: A Neuroscience-Based Approach to Stress, Cortisol & Recovery with Catherine Roscoe Barr

May 18, 2026 46m

Have you ever felt like stress is just part of who you are now? Like life and responsibilities constantly pile up and there is no off switch? In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down…

Ep. 92: Science Snack: Can Strength Training Protect Your Brain as You Age

May 11, 2026 19m

In this week’s episode, we dive into a fascinating study exploring the connection between leg strength and brain health in women as they age. Researchers followed female twins over a 10-year period…

Ep. 91: Menopause Hormones Explained: Bioidentical, Compounded & Evidence-Based Care with Dr. Hollie Wakelyn

May 04, 2026 52m

“Bioidentical.” “Compounded.” “Customized for you.”These terms are everywhere in menopause care but what do they actually mean?In this episode, we sit down with pharmacist, Dr. Hollie Wakelyn,…

Ep. 90: Sex, Menopause & Desire: Understanding Low Desire, Pleasure & What’s Possible with Dr. Lori Brotto, MD

Apr 27, 2026 50m

For too long, women’s sexual health has been overlooked, misunderstood, or simply not talked about. In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with world-renowned sexual health researcher Dr. Lori…

Ep. 89: Pelvic Floor Health 101: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Andrea Pickett, PT

Apr 20, 2026 49m

Pelvic floor health is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood pieces of women’s health and fitness. In this episode, we sit down with pelvic health physiotherapist Andrea Pickett to break down…

Ep. 88: Fit Physician Breakthroughs: Michelle’s Journey Through Menopause to Muscle & Strength at 56

Apr 13, 2026 31m

Meet Michelle, a rural family physician who spent nearly three decades caring for her community while her own health slowly took a back seat. Between long shifts, motherhood, and the loss of her fitne…

Ep. 87: Exploring The Rise of Peptides: Evidence, Unknowns, and Safety Concerns with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD

Apr 07, 2026 54m

Peptides are quickly moving from niche biohacking circles into the mainstream and with that comes a wave of concerns. We brought in Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD, to break down what peptides actually…

Ep. 86: Science Snack: The Effects of Resistance Training on Hot Flashes, Muscle, and Strength in Postmenopausal Women

Mar 30, 2026 15m

Hot flashes, night sweats, and disrupted sleep are some of the most frustrating symptoms women face during menopause—but what if one of the most powerful solutions isn’t found in a prescription.In…

Ep. 85: Troubleshooting Fitness for Busy Women in Medicine: Injuries, Schedules, and Starting From Scratch

Mar 23, 2026 39m

In this episode, Coach Jake dives into some of the most important questions busy women physicians are asking right now—from where to start as a beginner, to how to stay consistent through travel,…

Ep. 84: My Top Strategies To Make Fitness and Nutrition Stick As A Women in Medicine

Mar 16, 2026 39m

For the woman physician who feels like she's constantly being pulled in a million different directions. In this episode, Suzanne gets real about what consistency actually looks like inside a…

Ep. 83: Menopause, Medicine, and the Misinformation Crisis: Exploring the evidence with Dr. Jen Gunter

Mar 09, 2026 1h 19m

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jen Gunter — OBGYN, bestselling author of The Vagina Bible, The Menopause Manifesto, and Blood, and one of the most trusted voices in evidence-based women's…

Ep. 82: 36 Years Studying Physician Well-Being: Burnout, the System, and the 5 C’s of Resilience with Dr. Mamta Gautam

Mar 02, 2026 55m

In this episode of the Fit Physician Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Mamta Gautam, psychiatrist, speaker, and founder of PeakMD, to explore the realities of physician burnout, moral injury, and the…

Ep. 81: Part 2: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman

Feb 23, 2026 45m

In Part 2 of this Fit Physician Podcast series, Suzanne and Jake continue their conversation with sleep coach and Sleep Is A Skill host Mollie Eastman, shifting from “why sleep matters” to what…

Ep. 80: Part 1: Sleep Is A Skill With Mollie Eastman

Feb 16, 2026 37m

In Part 1 of this two-part Fit Physician Podcast series, Suzanne & Jake sit down with sleep coach and Sleep Is A Skill host Mollie Eastman to explore why sleep is often the missing pillar in…

Ep. 79: Real Physicians, Real Results: How Lynne Went From Stuck to 50 Pounds Down & Stronger Than Ever

Feb 09, 2026 32m

In this episode of The Fit Physician Podcast, Jake sits down with Dr. Lynn C to share her transformation journey through strength training, empowered eating, and community support. From feeling…

Ep. 78: The Physician’s Travel Playbook: How to Enjoy Vacations Guilt-Free and Return Strong

Feb 03, 2026 23m

In this episode, Suzanne shares a refreshingly realistic approach to travel, vacations, and staying grounded in your health without sacrificing joy. She breaks down how to approach fitness,…

Ep. 77: Hard Pass vs. Hall Of Fame: Most Hated and Love Exercises from 20 Years Of Coaching

Jan 26, 2026 30m

After 20+ years coaching busy women physicians, Jake pulls back the curtain on exercise programming and shares a no-BS breakdown of five popular exercises he’ll never use—and five he almost always…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Fit Physician have?

The Fit Physician has published 98 episodes since January 2024, covering topics in Fitness, Health & Fitness.

Is The Fit Physician still active?

The Fit Physician is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 37m.