Ep 65: Train Your Heart for the Life You Want: Exercise, Longevity & Midlife with Dr. Kelly Waespe

Send us Fan MailExercise isn’t just about burning calories — it’s about building capacity for the decades ahead. In this episode, we sit down with cardiologist Dr. Kelly Waespe to talk about exercise as medicine for the heart — and for longevity. We break down the specific benefits of Zone 2 training, HIIT, and resistance training, and how each one uniquely strengthens your cardiovascular system. We talk about:The powerful link between VO₂ max and longevityHeart rate variability and what it reveals about stress and recoveryHow cardiovascular risk shifts for women during menopauseWhen hormone therapy may be helpfulHow objective testing can help you train smarter — not just harder Most importantly, we remind you: you don’t have to overhaul your life overnight. One intentional change today can build the heart health you’ll rely on tomorrow. Calculate your own cardiac risk here: ASCVD risk calculatorFind Dr. Waespe at Baptist HealthFind Revive Longevity:on instagram: @revivelongevityon facebook: Revive Longevity Centeremail: [email protected] coming soon: revivelongevitycenter.comthestartinggatepodcast.comEmail us with questions and topics you want us to cover at [email protected] us on social media @thestartinggatepodcastThe content in this podcast is for general reference and educational purposes only.  It is not meant to be complete or exhaustive, or to be applicable to anyspecific individual’s medical condition.   No information provided in this podcast constitutes medical advice and is not an attempt to practice medicine or to provide specific medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  This podcast does not create a physician- patient relationship and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Please do not rely on this podcast for emergency medical treatment.  Remember that everyone is different so make sure you consult your own healthcare professional before seeking any new treatment and before you alter, suspend, or initiate a new change in your routine.