The Next Chapter: Do the plank

Peter Allison and Peter Bowes – school friends 50 years ago, now contemplating the next chapter in life - return with another conversation about the latest science that could help us achieve a longer healthspan.In this episode·      A study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that wall squats and planks are best at lowering blood pressure, with isometric exercises providing greater benefits than aerobic exercise. ·      Walking just 3867 steps a day can reduce the risk of dying from any cause, according to research published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.·      A study suggests that a 10-minute MRI scan could be better at screening for prostate cancer than the traditional PSA test.·      A nematode worm that survived 46,000 years in permafrost but could the episode highlight broader concerns that the melting permafrost could release potentially harmful organisms and viruses.References, transcript and additional show notes are available at the LLAMA podcast website-Affiliation disclosure: This podcast receives a small commission when you use the code LLAMA for purchases from companies below which support our mission.   It helps to cover production costs and ensures that our interviews, sharing information about human longevity, remain free for all to listen. -Support the showThe Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice.  If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.