Karen Owoc, ACSM-CEP, ACSM/ACS-CET is a cardiopulmonary rehabilitation exercise physiologist treating patients challenged with chronic lifestyle diseases; weekly TV health contributor; and a private functional strength coach with a focus on living strong beyond your 50s. She grew up playing and competing in many sports, with skiing being her passion. Karen’s unique approach to a healthy mindset and weight loss has been popularized in her healthy living e-books and online masterclasses. Karen helps her patients manage their health conditions and live happier, more functional lives. Weight loss is often a beneficial side effect. She believes the reason most people can't lose weight is because they've been trained to diet, that is, to deprive themselves of food vs use it as medicine