Good morning! Can you believe it’s Friday, again?! And, ummm, we have the entire beautiful day in front of us, only to be chased by a Saturday and a Sunday. A very Happy Easter and Passover to all who celebrate. Oh, and more basketball! You know I geek out about all the amazing work you all […]
Category: Dr. Sabgir’s Newsletter
April Walk Challenge
As I began my career as a cardiologist in the early 2000s, I was not budging the ‘needle’ in terms of sedentary lifestyles among my patients. I had to ask myself whether I was doing enough to help them. So I tried something different. I simply asked a patient if she’d like to join me […]
Coronary Calcium Scores
Good morning! We received a request after the last newsletter to discuss Coronary Calcium Scores. To be clear, these are my thoughts and do not necessarily represent our other leaders. However, if they agree, that’d be really cool. Coronary Calcium Scores: A Simple Test That Can Save Lives One of the most common questions I […]
Quick blood pressure questions
Good morning! Hope this letter finds you well. What a great time of year this is. March is less than 42 hours away! This happens almost every time a patient comes in for a stress test. Our patient says, “I’m not sure if I can do this – it’s been a while”. After 10-15 minutes […]
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Good morning! How are you feeling this morning? Oh my gosh, I hope you’re ready, because I’m great. You’re going to need it to keep up with me. Last night was one of those magical nights, and I’m still buzzing from it. I drop this next line all the time, but if you were married […]
Gratitude
We’re kicking off a new video series, spotlighting discussions on various topics and practical health tips from local Walk with a Doc events. In this first video, Dr. Samia Estrada discusses how intentionally practicing gratitude can support mental health, resilience, and overall well-being.
Warm Cookies and Cold Milk
Good morning! We hope you’re receiving our 2025 Walk with a Doc Holiday Newsletter in good health. Here in Walkland, it’s a beautiful morning. We’re gathered around the fireplace, toasty and smiling. Bryan and Rachael are sharing a laugh, recalling a favorite memory. Our hearts are full, and we are deeply grateful for how fortunate we’ve been. All […]
Your Most Meaningful Gift of 2025
Good morning! Nice socks. Let’s get into it. This year, promise your giftee that you will make a written commitment to them to begin, restart, or increase your physical activity towards the goal of 150 minutes each week. Seriously. Type it out or handwrite it, sign it, and then put some stickers on it – […]
Where Movement Becomes Community
Together, we’ve built something extraordinary, a community grounded in compassion and connection. Every week, we hear stories of how the simple act of walking together has a tremendous impact.
Layers
Good morning! All good on your end? It’s certainly Friday. It’s certainly not freezing yet (see below). Glad to see you are ready to take today by the horns and just wrestle it on down to the ground, look at you?! Cheers, my friend. Me? Same. I’m now with my favorite people (you). Just had […]