Episode 106: Why Resistance Training Is the Ultimate Longevity Tool with Dr. Stuart Phillips

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Jeremy Koenig sits down with Dr. Stuart Phillips—one of the world’s leading muscle physiologists—to explore why resistance training isn’t just for athletes anymore. As the first Canadian to lead the American College of Sports Medicine’s position stand on resistance training, Dr. Stu Phillips shares powerful insights on building muscle for healthy aging, longevity, and staying independent well into your later years. From his epic first meeting with Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky (one limping in on a broken leg, the other riding a bike with a halo bolted to his skull after hitting a moose) to leading the renowned PACE program, they dive deep into the real science of protein, creatine, strength training, and why the biggest longevity hack might not be the latest supplement trend. Dr. Phillips dismantles the “longevity illusion,” outlines the four essential pillars of healthspan, and explains why the strongest thing you can build might not be your body—but your community and consistent daily habits. Dr. Jeremy Koenig and Dr. Stu Phillips deliver practical, no-nonsense advice every “mere mortal” needs to hear.Takeaways 💪 Resistance training isn’t just for jocks — it’s essential for healthy aging and staying independent, says Dr. Stuart Phillips🧬 First Canadian to author the ACSM position stand on resistance training shares the latest science with Dr. Jeremy Koenig🥩 Protein needs explained: why the hype is overblown and the realistic daily target (1.6g/kg)🧠 Creatine benefits go far beyond muscles — including brain and cognitive support📉 Why chasing longevity often misses the mark — focus on healthspan instead🏋️ The 4 big levers that matter most: move your body, eat real food, sleep well, and stay socially connected👴 Inspiring stories from the PACE program: how community and strength training help people thrive at 100+🪑 The most important strength exercise for older adults? Simply being able to stand up from a chair🧹 Why “sweeping the floor” and lab culture reveal deeper lessons about mentorship and grit⚖️ GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide: what they really mean for muscle loss and sustainable results LINKS:https://www.drjeremykoenig.com/https://www.instagram.com/drjeremykoenig/https://www.youtube.com/@drjeremykoenigHere's the link for this week's episode: https://drjeremykoenig.substack.com/.