S.M.A.R.T. Goals, Calorie & Energy Tracking, and Starting a Lasting Diet.

02/21/25 • 26 min

Episode 3: S.M.A.R.T. Goals, Calorie & Energy Tracking, and Starting a Lasting Diet.

About This Episode:

In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford discusses the importance of setting Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound (S.M.A.R.T.) goals to initiate and sustain a healthy diet. He also explores the use of mobile apps and wearable devices for tracking calories and energy expenditure, offering practical strategies to seamlessly integrate these tools into daily routines for long-term success.

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro
2:06 - S.M.A.R.T. Goals
6:36 - The Important of Tracking Your Caloric Intake & Calorie Tracking Mobile App Examples
13:32 - Tracking Energy Expenditures to Give Yourself Credit for Burned Energy & Energy Tracking Wearables
17:49 - Is a Calorie Just a Calorie?
18:54 - Creating a Lifelong, Non-overwhelming Diet
19:33 - MacroNutrients & Praising/Vilifying Anything to Your Bias
22:20 - You Can't Out-Exercise a Bad Diet

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

The BMI Podcast Resources:

⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (@the.bmi.podcast)
⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ (TheBMIPodcast)
⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠ (@thebmipodcast)
⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ (Andrew (Drew) Crawford, DO, MBA, DABOM)
⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ (www.thebmipodcast.com)

The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:

The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.

Episode 3: S.M.A.R.T. Goals, Calorie & Energy Tracking, and Starting a Lasting Diet.

About This Episode:

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro
2:06 - S.M.A.R.T. Goals
6:36 - The Important of Tracking Your Caloric Intake & Calorie Tracking Mobile App Examples
13:32 - Tracking Energy Expenditures to Give Yourself Credit for Burned Energy & Energy Tracking Wearables
17:49 - Is a Calorie Just a Calorie?
18:54 - Creating a Lifelong, Non-overwhelming Diet
19:33 - MacroNutrients & Praising/Vilifying Anything to Your Bias
22:20 - You Can't Out-Exercise a Bad Diet

About Your Host:

The BMI Podcast Resources:

⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (@the.bmi.podcast)
⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ (TheBMIPodcast)
⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠ (@thebmipodcast)
⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ (Andrew (Drew) Crawford, DO, MBA, DABOM)
⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ (www.thebmipodcast.com)

The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:

The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.

Previous Episode

Nauru, the American Sickcare System, and Key Numbers of Obesity Trends.

Episode 2: Nauru, the American Sickcare System, and Key Numbers of Obesity Trends.

About This Episode:

In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford examine the striking rise in obesity on the island nation of Nauru and how its economic collapse contributed to a nationwide health crisis. Drawing parallels to the U.S., he breaks down the failings of the "sickcare" system—where healthcare often focuses on treatment over prevention. He also explores critical obesity statistics and trends, offering insight into how systemic issues and policy choices shape public health outcomes.

Show Notes:

(00:00) - Intro
(00:47) - The Country with the Highest Obesity Rate in the World & How it Came to Be
(04:09) - The American Sickcare System
(05:07) - Obesity Trends
(06:19) - Within States Between 2013-2024
(06:47) - Within the National Adult & Child Obesity Rates in the United States
(07:21) - Within the States Compared to One Another
(9:59) - Across Races
(12:05) - Across Education Levels
(12:35) - Across Income Levels
(12:42) - Within Rural vs Urban Areas
(12:53) - Obesity Trends and Related Health Indicators
(14:14) - Obesity Around the World (for Adults and Children)

About Your Host:

The BMI Podcast Resources:

The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:

The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.

Next Episode

Determining Your Why and Staying Accountable in the Harder Days.

Episode 4: Determining Your Why and Staying Accountable.

About This Episode:

In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the importance of identifying your core motivation—your "why"—as a foundation for sustainable health and lifestyle changes. He emphasizes that having a clear purpose helps maintain focus and resilience during challenging times. The episode also offers practical strategies for building accountability, such as setting realistic goals, tracking progress, and establishing supportive routines to stay committed even when motivation wanes.

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro
0:49 - Mark Twain and Giving Your Life/Health Journey Meaning through a Purpose
3:44 - Holding Yourself Accountable in the Harder Days and Finding Strengths in Failures
5:33 - Potential Whys for Your Health Journey
5:47 - Your Kids
6:57 - Your Grandkids
8: 10 - Health Span vs Life Span
8:52 - Improved Relationships and Social Interactions
9:03 - Your Spouse
10:05 - Your Friends
10:29 - Your Self-Esteem
10:48 - Your Fertility
11:08 - Your Appearance
11:54 - Your Fitness Goals
12:30 - Your Retirement
14:22 - Being a Burden to Your Family
13:57 - Everyone That is Overweight was Once Only 5 Pounds Overweight

About Your Host:

The BMI Podcast Resources:

⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (@the.bmi.podcast)

⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ (TheBMIPodcast)

⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠ (@thebmipodcast)

⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ (Andrew (Drew) Crawford, DO, MBA, DABOM)

⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ (www.thebmipodcast.com)

The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:

The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.