Lisa Dougherty: Leading The Medical Fitness Movement

Wellness + Wisdom Podcast

There are different motivational factors that are pushing people to focus on their health. More people are now changing their diet, exercising more, or getting into yoga and meditation. I truly see that as a growing trend. - Lisa Dougherty of MedFit Network http://bit.ly/wfpodcast

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What steps are the medical, fitness, and wellness industries taking to ensure Baby Boomers can live the healthy lives they desire?

In Wellness Force Radio episode 193, President and Founder of MedFit Network, Lisa Dougherty, shares health organizations and professionals are helping the aging population adapt to healthier lifestyles, the benefits that the MedFit Network provides for members, and what led her down this path of helping people achieve better wellness.

Whether you are a caregiver, grandparent, or simply want to feel more energized every day, find out where and how you can start being healthier now.

"I'm really tough on myself and when I'm feeling sad, I think about what my dad would say to me. Somehow, I connect with that and then I know the right thing to do. So, having a practice like that helps to keep me grounded." - Lisa Dougherty of @MedFitNet http://bit.ly/wfpodcast

MedFit Network

MedFit Network (MFN) is a free online resource directory for people to locate fitness & allied healthcare professionals who provide services for those with chronic disease/medical conditions, including but not limited to: Alzheimer’s, Arthritis, Autism, Cancer, Diabetes, Disabilities Fibromyalgia, Heart Disease, Mental Health Challenges, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Osteoporosis, Respiratory Disease, Stroke and women’s health issues including pre & postpartum care.

The MFN believes that exercise is valuable for those with chronic health & medical conditions. Developing a plan for a regular exercise & wellness program can be difficult for these people; The MFN mission is to improve the quality of life for those with chronic disease, medical conditions, have disabilities or who need pre or postnatal care help by connecting them to fitness & healthcare professionals with an interest and background in the treatment and rehabilitation of various diseases and medical conditions.

The MFN donates its services as a national database management company to medical and health organizations that do not offer resour