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Marily Oppezzo is an Instructor at the Stanford Prevention Research Center, where she leads the nutrition pillar within the field of Lifestyle Medicine. She is a behavioral learning scientist and dietitian with a background in exercise science. Dr. Oppezzo earned her PhD in Educational Psychology from Stanford University and holds a Master’s degree in Nutritional Science, while being a board-certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional. Her work focuses on developing innovative interventions that empower individuals to adopt sustainable and healthy habits, particularly through the integration of behavioral science and lifestyle changes. Her research emphasizes the concept of 'minimal dose, maximal gains,' exploring how small, actionable changes can lead to significant health improvements. She is especially interested in the impact of 'exercise snacks'—brief bouts of physical activity—on various aspects of health, mood, and productivity. One of her key interventions, 'Stronger,' is designed to provide effective strength training for peri- and post-menopausal women, maximizing health benefits while minimizing time commitment.
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