I'm Dr. Sher Bovay

I founded and run online weight loss and Lifestyle Medicine programs across Canada, helping men and women over 40 who struggle achieving their weight loss goals and sustaining the results.

But my understanding of this struggle is also very personal.

My Weight Loss Story.

I know what it feels like to be stuck.

When I turned 50, I was struggling to lose some stubborn weight despite trying many traditional approaches. This left me feeling very discouraged and frustrated. I eventually discovered a very different approach that focused on losing body fat while preserving muscle. I lost 20 pounds in six weeks which was two dress sizes, and I had more energy, no brain fog and no more achy joints. More than 12 years later, I’ve been able to maintain those results, while enjoying living the Body Freedom™ lifestyle. That experience shaped how I understand weight loss especially for men and women over age 40 and I have continued to use this same approach to help others facing similar challenges.

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Why I Do This Work

I believe your health should be the foundation that allows you to live your life more fully at any age, and not become the primary focus of your entire life, especially as you age.

Life after 40 can be a time of possibility, vitality and freedom. I believe people can achieve lasting change when they have a personalized approach and their own roadmap that aligns with their goals, their lifestyle and the life they want to live.

That is why I’m passionate about helping men and women move beyond the cycle of weight loss and regain and create a healthier lifestyle that feels natural, sustainable and freeing. So they can have more energy for the people they love, more confidence to pursue their ambitions, and the freedom to embrace everything life has to offer now and as they age.

Because ultimately, I don’t just want to help people lose weight. I want to help them reclaim their energy, confidence and freedom to live fully.

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The Experience behind my work.

A career built around helping people live healthier lives.

My career began in chiropractic care, and over time my work evolved into a broader focus on Lifestyle Medicine, metabolic health, sleep, stress management, healthy aging and weight loss.

Lifestyle Medicine Expertise

Advanced training through Harvard Medical School’s Institute of Lifestyle Medicine, with a focus on the lifestyle factors that influence metabolic health, energy, sleep, stress, and long-term wellbeing.

Clinical & Professional Experience

My career has included private practice, executive health and weight management. I have also served as Director of Lifestyle Medicine at Tailor Medical Executive Clinic and lectured at the University of Toronto.

Fresh Perspectives on Health. Delivered with Humour.

I’ve had the privilege of educating and inspiring others about healthy weight loss, healthy aging and sustainable lifestyle change through speaking and teaching.

I’ve spoken with organizations including BMO, Knightsbridge, Felix Global, the University of Toronto, CIBC, the Canada Revenue Agency, Mercedes-Benz, the Running Room, Ceridian and Dundee Wealth. I’ve also been featured on Inside The Story and CP24 Breakfast Television and Zoomer Radio, and was included in a Hot Docs documentary.

I’ve been interviewed on multiple health-focused podcasts and have also been a guest lecturer at the University of Toronto. I enjoy making information about health, longevity and aging practical, approachable and something people can actually use.

Health is a fascinating subject and it should feel that way. Through live talks and podcast conversations, I turn complex health concepts into relatable insights that get people thinking, laughing, and seeing new possibilities for their own health.

Speaking & Podcasts

Drawing on over 30 years of clinical experience, I connect the science with the everyday challenges of busy lives, making better health feel understandable, achievable, and worth pursuing.

Topics include: Healthy Aging & Longevity · Metabolic Health · Weight Management · Sleep & Stress · Lifestyle & Performance · Mindset & Behaviour Change

Audiences leave with fresh insights, memorable takeaways, and a clearer sense of how to move forward with more energy, confidence, and enthusiasm for what’s possible.

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Beyond My Practice

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Outside of work, I’m a wife and mom to two amazing sons. I love being outdoors, especially hiking, snowshoeing and kayaking. I’m also an avid dragon boat paddler, both recreationally and competitively, and enjoy the team atmosphere. I enjoy exercise, dance, meditation and reading, but most of all, I love spending time connecting with family and friends over a good cup of coffee. This is the life I believe our health should help us enjoy.