Louis Bezich

Louis Bezich is author of "Crack the Code: 10 Proven Secrets that Motivate Healthy Behavior and Inspire Fulfillment in Men Over 50." He serves as senior vice president and chief administrative officer at Cooper University Health Care, and is an adjunct professor in the Graduate Department of Public Policy and Administration at the Camden campus of Rutgers University. He also sits on various public, non-profit and corporate boards and has published numerous articles in the field of public administration and health. He is a contributing author to "Corporate Lawbreaking and Interactive Compliance," edited by Jay A. Sigler and Joseph E. Murphy.

November 28, 2025

Men's Health

Growing facial hair for Movember showed me how social support boosts men's health

by Louis Bezich

Movember, the the global campaign for men's health and preventive care, shows how social support can influence behavior change and sustain those improvements. This year, Cooper University Health Care executives grew facial hair to spark conversations about men's health issues.

November 14, 2025

Men's Health

Madison Avenue is making bromances cool. Can that spur improvements in men's health?

by Louis Bezich

Advertising and books have the power to shift cultural norms. Can commercials featuring bromances between the likes of Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson, and Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro, and Scott Galloway's book, 'Notes on Being a Man,' trigger improvements among men's health? It's possible.

October 31, 2025

Men's Health

Male views on masculinity are gradually shifting — and that's good for their mental health

by Louis Bezich

The cultural norms that made mental health treatment taboo for men may be changing. But there remain cultural headwinds pushing back against these signs of hope.

October 17, 2025

Men's Health

No matter your age, it's never too late to reap the benefits of a healthy lifestyle

by Louis Bezich

New research supports the contention that it is never too late to start living healthy, and proves that even if you're in poor health, a turnaround is indeed possible. Researchers call it reclaiming wellness, and there are examples of older adults who have done just that, including the late Sister Marion Irvine.

October 3, 2025

Men's Health

Fall is a great time to give running a try, with a range of races in the Philly region

by Louis Bezich

Nothing beats running as a high-value exercise with low cost, minimal training and social benefits. In business, we'd characterize running as a great value proposition considering its return on our health relative to personal investment. As a country, this return is prompting more and more people to start running. Reports peg the number of Americans who ran or jogged in 2024 at about 50 million or 15% of the population, a 5.7% increase over the prior year and indicative of this upward trend.

September 19, 2025

Men's Health

Belly fat is common as men age, but it raises the risk of many health issues. Here's how to reduce it

by Louis Bezich

Belly fat is a common but serious problem among men. It's linked to an array of health issues, including heart disease, cancer and stroke. Dietary changes and regular exercise are key to reducing it.

September 5, 2025

Men's Health

Worried about cognitive decline? Regular exercise and a healthy diet can cut your risk

by Louis Bezich

Most American adults say they are concerned that their brain health will decline as they get older. Research shows lifestyle interventions — like exercise and diet — can reduce the risk and help mitigate effects of cognitive decline.

August 22, 2025

Men's Health

Walking is a great way to improve your health, and it's easy to add it to your daily routine

by Louis Bezich

New research shows walking at least 7,000 steps per day reduces the risk of death, heart disease and dementia, among other health benefits. There are several ways to increase your step count without overhauling your daily routine.

August 8, 2025

Men's Health

A healthy lifestyle requires flexibility — especially when injuries take a toll on your workout routine

by Louis Bezich

Older adults can stay physically active despite injuries by adjusting their workout routines— as Duke Barnett has demonstrated in the wake of his pickleball injury.

July 25, 2025

Men's Health

Many young adults say they value health over wealth, and older generations should encourage this pursuit

by Louis Bezich

Generation Z and millennial value physical and mental well-being above traditional success markers like money and career status, recent surveys from EY and Deloitte show. Older generations can encourage them and help them realize that there's a huge difference between aspiring to find well-being and achieving it.