Dr. Chad Walding, DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Dr. Chad Walding is the Co-Founder and Chief Culture Officer at NativePath. He is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a passion for helping people eat, move, and live in harmony with their natural state. Since graduating from Hardin Simmons University in 2007, Dr. Chad has upgraded the quality of life of millions. When he’s not helping others, he can be found playing his guitar lakeside in Austin, Texas, taking sunrise and sunset walks with his wife and goldendoodle, and working out in his garage gym.

Education

Hardin Simmons University
Doctor of Physical Therapy
2003-2006

Written

Sick of Stomach Bloat? Here Are 11 Simple Ways to Optimize Digestion

Sleep Course Overview: Your Guide to Better Sleep in 1 Week

Summer Calls for Iced Coffee. Here Are Our 5 Favorites

Technology Detox 101: 11 Tech-Free Activities to Do with the Family

The Paleo Diet | A Beginner's Guide + Free Grocery Checklist

The Startling Difference Between Grass-Fed and Grain-Fed Beef

The Ultimate Guide to Collagen for Women Over 50 (2026)

This Is How Much Collagen You Need Each Day to See and Feel Results

Top 3 Life-Changing Breathing Exercises for Beginners

Turmeric for Immunity: 6 Valuable Ways It Supports the Immune System

VERISOL® for Skin Health: Is It Really Better Than Botox?

Want Better Sleep? Focus on These 15 Highly Effective Tips

Bulletproof Your Shoulders: 3 Stretches For Shoulder Pain

Do These 2 Exercises For Better Posture

Stiff Neck? Try These 3 Moves to Help Relieve Neck Pain

How to Fall—the Right Way, According to a Doctor of Physical Therapy

Best Morning Stretches for Joint Pain Relief (Easy Routine)

Can Grip Strength Increase Your Lifespan?

Leg Cramp Relief: 7 Best Stretches to Try at Home

Studies Show FORTIGEL® Is the Best Collagen For Joints

8 Effective Edema Exercises to Fix Swollen Ankles at Home

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Scientific Sources: We believe in sourcing the highest-quality information for our blogs—from academic research institutions, reputable media sites, and medically peer-reviewed studies*.
Credentialed Writers: We have the experts write our blogs—from registered dietitians and kinesiologists to physical therapists and personal trainers.
Medical Reviewers: Each of our more science-heavy blogs is reviewed by an experienced professional to ensure accuracy and credibility.
Up-to-Date Information: As new science and research unfold, our blogs are updated accordingly. Each quarter, we review our published blogs and make any updates necessary.

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