Advocating for the PHIT Act: Bridging Healthcare and Fitness with Dr. Amy Bantham

In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Dr. Amy Bantham, CEO and founder of Move to Live More, to discuss her journey and the importance of the PHIT Act. Dr. Bantham, who has a Doctor of Public Health from Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health, shares her experience as a fitness professional and advocate for integrating medical, public health, and fitness communities. The conversation delves into the challenges of bridging these sectors, the critical role of trust, and the specifics of the PHIT Act, which aims to make physical activity expenses eligible under HSAs and FSAs. Dr. Bantham also highlights the need for professionalization in the fitness industry and touches on the potential impact of future health leaders. Tune in to learn more about the PHIT Act and efforts to promote physical activity for better health outcomes.

00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast

00:27 Meet Dr. Amy Bantham

01:34 Dr. Bantham's Background and Move to Live More

04:15 Challenges in Bridging Fitness and Healthcare

08:38 The FIT Act: An Overview

12:04 Advocacy and Support for the FIT Act

19:24 Legal Perspectives on Wellness and Healthcare

25:00 Future of Wellness Law and Final Thoughts

27:17 Conclusion and Farewell

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