Helping People Move Better, Feel Better, and Live Younger Longer
Clinical Exercise Physiology · Longevity & Healthy Aging · Mobility Science · Lifestyle Medicine
I teach practical, science-based strategies that support mobility, metabolic health, heart and brain vitality, and day-to-day well-being. My work blends clinical exercise physiology, nutrition science, longevity research, and lifestyle medicine to offer clear, actionable guidance for employees, patients, and adults who want to live healthier, stronger, and longer.
As Seen On / Trusted By
Media:
KRON4 · ABC10 · NBC11 · USA Today · Fox News · FOX 2 · CNN Health · Newsday · HuffPost · Livestrong
Clinical & Medical Affiliations:
Stanford Health Care · Kaiser Permanente · Palo Alto VA Health Care System · UCSF Health · Emory Healthcare · Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation & Prevention
Professional Organizations:
Southern California Occupational Health Nurses Association (SCOHNA) · Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA) · Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
About Karen
I’m Karen Owoc, a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and wellness speaker specializing in functional longevity, mobility, metabolic health, and heart and brain wellness. I help adults stay strong, mobile, and resilient with practical, evidence-based strategies grounded in clinical science.
Featured in expert interviews with Emory Healthcare’s Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness Program and the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) podcast, I bring a blend of clinical experience and real-life practicality to support long-term health — without perfectionism, pressure, or overwhelm.
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What People Say
“Karen has educated many of my patients through cardiac rehabilitation, adult fitness, and nutrition programs for more than 20 years. She brings clinical expertise, sincere energy, and a gift for making complex health information easy to apply.”
— Dr. Neil Okamura, Internal Medicine; Former Chief of Staff, San Ramon Regional Medical Center
“Karen turns medical science into practical, real-world guidance. Her work is clinically sound, well-referenced, and accessible to adults of all ages.”
— Dr. Richard Aptaker, Chief (Ret.), Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Kaiser Permanente
How I Help
Speaking & Workplace Wellness
Interactive, science-based sessions for organizations, hospitals, and community programs.
Topics include metabolic health, heart & brain longevity, mobility, stress resilience, and sustainable healthy habits.
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Functional Longevity
Strength, mobility, balance, and functional-health strategies that help adults stay active and independent at any age.
Ideal for workplace wellness, patient education, and community health programs.
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Culinary Medicine
Nutrition science made simple — Food Flips, metabolic-supportive meals, and practical guidance that improves energy, gut health, and cognitive performance.
Designed for busy professionals and everyday real-life eating.
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Lifestyle as Medicine
Everyday habits that support metabolic, cardiovascular, and brain health.
Simple, effective strategies for sleep, stress, physical activity, and long-term well-being.
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Ready to Support Your Team’s Health?
Bring engaging, science-based wellness education to your workplace or event.
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More Experiences from Participants
“Karen Owoc is one of the great humans — doctors, nurses, surgeons, and Karen — that I credit for keeping me alive.”
— Bob Schmidt, Open-Heart Surgery Survivor
“I lost 40 pounds and came off all medications. Karen educated me, motivated me, and changed my health.”
— Kirk Brown, Cardiac Arrest Survivor
