060: Interview with AJ VanCamp

Simple, Healthy Choices for Weight Loss

In this podcast episode, Dr. Steve interviews AJ Van Camp, who shares his journey from athlete to yoga and fitness enthusiast, highlighting the profound impact on his well-being. AJ discusses the importance of nutrition and a healthy lifestyle, including his experience with ketogenic dieting and intermittent fasting. Currently working in elderly care with Right at Home, AJ emphasizes the significance of fitness and self-care in maintaining a quality life.

AJ Van Camp, influenced by his family's medical background, developed a passion for fitness and health from a young age. Excelling as a youth athlete and into adulthood, he pursued a Bachelor of Science in Community Recreation and gained certifications in Personal Training, Hatha Yoga, and more. Currently, AJ works at "Right at Home" under Ashwin and Amanda Modayil, coordinating care for individuals to safely and comfortably stay in their homes.

[00:01 - 09:43] AJ's Fitness Journey: From Passion to Profession

Cultivated fitness passion from family's medical influence.

Gained Community Recreation degree and yoga, personal training certifications.

Yoga enhanced his physical fitness, focusing on core and flexibility.

Overcame health hurdles, boosting his coaching skills and empathy.

[09:44 - 25:25] Nutrition and Wellbeing: AJ's Balanced Approach

Prioritizes nutrition, focusing on wholesome foods and avoiding unhealthy options.

Revived health through disciplined nutrition and lifestyle.

Recognizes stress's impact on health, using personal and family experiences.

Embraces ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting for health and insulin management.

[25:26 - 35:38] Caring for the Elderly: Fitness and Comfort at Home

Helps elderly clients maintain safety and comfort at home.

Develops custom care plans, integrating nutrition and personal needs.

Emphasizes strength, balance, and flexibility with simple exercises for seniors.

Recommends accessible exercises like squats and wall presses for the elderly.

[35:39 - 49:58] Closing Segment

Dedicated four years to Right at Home, with a focus on preventive healthcare.

Balances client care coordination with hands-on assistance.

Advocates for natural food choices and intermittent fasting.

Champions self-care and healthy decisions as keys to effective caregiving.

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Tweetable Quotes:

“What we put in, is what we get out. That's the bottom line to our health and nutrition.” - AJ Van Camp

“It's simple.It's not complex. People try to make it so complex and they call it dieting. It's just our nutrition of what we need. It's not a diet. it's what our body needs.” - AJ Van Camp

“The pyramid's a scam from what years, It's like 1970s. It was, the government made that pyramid to sell us crap and they're still doing it. I don't understand how they get away with what they've done.” - AJ Van Camp