By Kelli White
Contributing Writer
Acclaimed sports medicine physician and author Jordan D. Metzl, M.D., is coming back to his hometown for a presentation and book-signing for his newest bestseller, “The Exercise Cure.”
Dr. Metzl attended Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy through eighth grade and is a graduate of The Barstow School. He is a nationally renowned sports medicine physician at Hospital for Special Surgery, America’s premier orthopedic hospital located in New York City. A regular on NBC’s “Today Show,” he lectures nationally and internationally on issues of health, injury prevention and fitness. He has written five books and has appeared in media outlets such as The New York Times and National Public Radio (NPR) discussing the topics of preventive health.
Most people know they feel better when they exercise, but Dr. Metzl’s message is to take that idea to another level and start viewing exercise as medicine.
“I teach people how to make exercise most effective for their brain and body,” he said.
Dr. Metzl will be in Kansas City May 1-2 for two different speaking events related to his book. His lecture on May 1 is open to the public and is designed to benefit everyone.
“This presentation is for anyone who wants to learn to use exercise for themselves or for their family. It’s for all levels — you don’t have to be an advanced athlete to get something out of this,” he said.
On May 2, Dr. Metzl will present at University of Kansas Medical Center’s Exercise is Medicine Symposium where he will talk about the benefits of medical professionals prescribing exercise as medicine and its potential to improve overall health.
“Doctors will tell their patients to exercise 30 minutes a day, but many don’t really know how to prescribe it,” he said.
Many patients are left wondering what kind of exercise? How much? Which exercises are right for me? Dr. Metzl’s message also encourages exercise throughout one’s life, and that it’s not just for kids and athletes.
“It is important to learn how to make exercise programs work for you. Exercise plays a huge role in the nationwide shift toward ‘preventive wellness,’ ” he said.
