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When it comes to longevity and health, most people fixate on familiar metrics like cholesterol, blood sugar, or VO₂ max. Yet metabolic flexibility – the body’s ability to efficiently switch between fuels – remains an underappreciated cornerstone of long-term vitality.

Discover why building and maintaining muscle is essential for longevity, metabolic health, and disease prevention. Learn how much muscle is “enough,” how strength and quality factor in, and what science says about aging well through muscle.

Exercise physicians call low-heart-rate Zone 2 one of the best tools for improving metabolic health and supporting longevity.

GLP-1 drugs promise dramatic weight loss—but do they also strip away muscle? Here’s what the research really shows, and how to protect lean mass.

While biological age attempts to quantify cellular and metabolic health, cardio fitness age, based largely on your VO₂ max, may be one of the strongest individual predictors of longevity, disease risk, and overall vitality.

Originally developed to manage blood glucose in people with type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 agonists have demonstrated significant weight-reducing effects.

Grip strength, a simple yet effective measurement, has emerged as a significant biomarker in assessing both physical health and predicting longevity.

Improving VO₂ max extends beyond the pursuit of athletic excellence; it is also a vital component of a preventive health strategy that may promote longevity.

Lengthened partial repetition training (LPRT) aims to optimize muscle growth and strength development while minimizing injury risks.

Saunas and steam rooms both offer valuable heat therapy options that can enhance overall well-being and support fitness goals.

Red light therapy employs specific wavelengths to stimulate cellular processes that can lead to significant benefits for fitness enthusiasts

Cold Shock Proteins sound like something out of a sci-fi movie but they’ve sparked curiosity about their potential role in human health.

While moderate drinking may seem harmless, its effects on protein synthesis can be significant.

When it comes to measuring body composition, the BodPod is a gold standard.

The Carnivore Diet is an extreme approach to nutrition that may offer short-term benefits, however, it also carries significant risks.

TENS is a versatile and accessible tool that can offer significant benefits for pain management and muscle recovery.

The question arises: which part of the sleep cycle is the most important to track - light sleep, deep sleep, or REM sleep?

Fasting can be a powerful tool for improving physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual well-being when done correctly and mindfully.

In the world of sports and fitness, the debate between heat therapy and ice for recovery is as old as time itself (well, almost).

Amidst the sea of conflicting advice and outdated recommendations, a new standard is emerging - enter the 0.6 grams per pound standard.