If you had to name the organs medicine pays closest attention to, muscle probably wouldn't make your list. In Episode 35 of the Innersight Podcast, we sat down with biokineticist Hannes Swanepoel, who has spent 16 years specialising in injury rehabilitation, running, and cycling performance in Cape Town and Durbanville, to make the case that muscle deserves to be treated as seriously as any other organ system. Not just for athletes, but for anyone interested in a long, functi

Most of us think of exercise as something separate from "real" healthcare, a nice-to-have for people who enjoy the gym or run marathons, distinct from the blood tests, scans and check-ups that make up medical care. In Episode 34 of the Innersight Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Cuan Coetzee, a South African-trained chiropractor now practicing in London and author of Why Movement is Medicine to make the case that this separation is exactly backwards. Movement isn't an accessory

Kicking off 2026, we used our first episode of the year to step back from any single specialist topic and instead lay out the bigger picture: how we actually think about health, testing and long-term risk with our own clients, and why New Year's resolutions so often fail before February even arrives. Here's what we've noticed: most people who set a health resolution pick a single target - lose weight, exercise more, cut sugar, without ever really knowing where they stand acro

Why creatine isn't just for athletes, and how sleep and iron deficiency quietly undermine performance and health.

There's a reason osteoporosis has earned the nickname "the silent disease." Unlike high blood pressure or high cholesterol, it doesn't show up on a routine check-up unless you go looking for it. Most people find out they have it the hard way - by breaking a bone. And for a disease this common, that's a serious problem, because a hip fracture later in life isn't just an inconvenience. It can be the beginning of the end. In Episode 30 of the Innersight Podcast, we sit down with

What does it really mean to fuel your body for performance without compromising your long-term health in the process? In Episode 36 of the Innersight Podcast, we’re joined by sports dietitian and endurance athlete Helanie van Rooyen for a grounded, science-backed conversation on performance nutrition and the hidden risks of under-fuelling. From the growing prevalence of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) to the role of key nutrients like protein, creatine, magnesium

Understanding Skin Health: Insights from a Dermatologist Skin health is a critical aspect of overall wellness, particularly in sunny regions such as South Africa, where exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation increases the risk of skin conditions, including skin cancer. At Innersight, we emphasize proactive care, and to provide expert guidance, we regularly consult with specialists. In this discussion, we are joined by Dr. Barbara van der Westhuizen, a board-certified dermatol

The Overlooked Link Between Oral Health and Systemic Well-Being In recent years, growing evidence in both scientific literature and the media has highlighted the profound connection between oral health and systemic diseases such as dementia, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and even pregnancy complications. For those working in the field of longevity and preventive medicine, these associations are especially relevant. To explore this relationship further, Dr. Johann Lochner,

Understanding Colorectal Cancer: Why Awareness Matters Now More Than Ever At Innersight, we often explore topics that affect both our...

Science-backed supplements that actually preserve your muscle, bone and brain

In this episode of the Innersight Podcast, we revisit a crucial yet often misunderstood topic of iron, with a renewed focus on how it impacts athletic performance and overall wellbeing.

We spend nearly a third of our lives doing it, yet many of us still don’t fully understand why sleep is so essential. With rising interest and questions from clients, it’s become clear that this basic biological function deserves a deeper look. To help us explore the subject, we invited Dr. Karjieker, one of South Africa’s few dedicated sleep specialists, to shed light on why sleep truly is our superpower.

Over the past year, GLP-1 agonists have become some of the most talked about medications in weight loss and metabolic medicine. In this...

Creatine has long had a bit of a bad reputation, often misunderstood or dismissed as just a supplement for bodybuilders. But recent research and expert reviews are painting a very different picture. Today, creatine is being recognized as a powerful and safe supplement that supports not only muscle health but brain function, bone density, and overall wellbeing, benefiting everyone from children to older adults.

The science of cycling and how to get started on your cycling journey

Your favourite gym supplement has a secret life. Join Rudy and Shaun on Episode 22 of the Innersight Podcast as they shatter creatine...

​ How to Start Running in 2025 To unpack this topic, we sat down with Hannes Swanepoel, a returning guest and biokineticist who...

Hip health plays a crucial role in longevity and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Change is inevitable, but embracing it often requires more effort than we’re willing to put in. While the world around us is evolving at...

Testosterone is a vital hormone that both men and women produce, though men typically have higher levels. For many years, our...