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EPISODE · May 3, 2022

#9. the Science of How to Live to 120 - Part 2

from The Dr. Greg Wells Podcast · host Greg Wells PhD

Longevity & Performance: Dr. Greg Wells on living to 120. In this conversation, we’re sharing part 2 of Dr. Greg’s presentation at Robin Sharma’s Titan Summit where he shares the latest science related to longevity and healthspan. In this solo episode Dr. Greg Wells shares insights from his Titan Summit presentation on how science is making 120‑year lifespans attainable. He explains that breakthroughs in 3‑D bioprinting, gene sequencing and personalized medicine suggest an era of radical longevity. However, he emphasises that longevity without health is meaningless, and sustainable health comes from daily habits. Drawing on his book research and his work with athletes, Wells outlines a weekly plan of aerobic training, resistance exercise and high‑intensity intervals; he highlights how aerobic exercise inhibits mTOR and lengthens telomeres, while strength training activates mTOR to build muscle and bone. He also discusses the brain–body connection, noting that micro‑movements and mindful movement boost cognition, and that meditation grows grey matter and reduces mortality. Foods rich in antioxidants and healthy fats, adequate sleep, time in nature and practices such as MAP (Move And Meditate) workouts round out his science‑backed blueprint for living a long, vibrant life. Many people feel overwhelmed by complex longevity advice and struggle to integrate health habits into busy lives. Dr. Greg Wells demystifies the science and shows that sustainable high performance comes from simple disciplines practiced every day. By focusing on 1 % improvements across sleep, nutrition, movement and mental health, listeners can overcome inertia and build a resilient foundation for a long, healthy life.

Longevity & Performance: Dr. Greg Wells on living to 120. In this conversation, we’re sharing part 2 of Dr. Greg’s presentation at Robin Sharma’s Titan Summit where he shares the latest science related to longevity and healthspan. In this solo episode Dr. Greg Wells shares insights from his Titan Summit presentation on how science is making 120‑year lifespans attainable. He explains that breakthroughs in 3‑D bioprinting, gene sequencing and personalized medicine suggest an era of radical longevity. However, he emphasises that longevity without health is meaningless, and sustainable health comes from daily habits. Drawing on his book research and his work with athletes, Wells outlines a weekly plan of aerobic training, resistance exercise and high‑intensity intervals; he highlights how aerobic exercise inhibits mTOR and lengthens telomeres, while strength training activates mTOR to build muscle and bone. He also discusses the brain–body connection, noting that micro‑movements and mindful movement boost cognition, and that meditation grows grey matter and reduces mortality. Foods rich in antioxidants and healthy fats, adequate sleep, time in nature and practices such as MAP (Move And Meditate) workouts round out his science‑backed blueprint for living a long, vibrant life. Many people feel overwhelmed by complex longevity advice and struggle to integrate health habits into busy lives. Dr. Greg Wells demystifies the science and shows that sustainable high performance comes from simple disciplines practiced every day. By focusing on 1 % improvements across sleep, nutrition, movement and mental health, listeners can overcome inertia and build a resilient foundation for a long, healthy life.

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