In this episode of Flight Path, Rebecca Woods sits down with Dr. Margaret Ptacek, DNM, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, Founder of Alpha Performance Health, following her powerful SOAR 2026 session, Overmedicated and Underdiagnosed. Dr. Ptacek shares her approach to naturopathic and regenerative medicine and explores the health challenges busy, high-performing leaders can face while navigating perimenopause, menopause, andropause, stress, sleep issues, brain fog, and changing energy levels. She discusses how biomarker and genetic testing can help uncover what’s happening beneath the surface and why understanding the root cause matters when developing an individualized approach to health. Rebecca and Dr. Ptacek also discuss the importance of advocating for yourself in healthcare, asking better questions, and taking proactive steps to support your health while balancing the demands of leadership, career, and family. The conversation gets practical, too, with Dr. Ptacek sharing simple ways to prioritize movement, nutrition, hydration, and strength training—including her 30-30-30 rule: within 30 minutes of waking, aim for 30 ounces of water, 30 grams of protein, and a 30-minute walk. It’s a conversation about taking control of your health, understanding your body, and making sure you’re taking care of yourself while continuing to show up as a leader for everyone who depends on you.
