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Feb 2025
25m 14s

The Best Kept Secret About Aging Powerfu...

JJ VIRGIN
About this episode

The statistics about aging can be frightening – from plummeting bone density to cognitive decline and muscle loss. But I'm here to tell you there's a revolutionary approach to aging that turns these scary numbers on their head. Today, I share how a positive mindset alone can add 7.5 years to your life, and why resistance training is non-negotiable for women over 40. We dive deep into why those little pink dumbbells aren't really serving you, and how incorporating power moves like jumping can actually reverse bone loss. I break down the science behind why high-intensity interval training becomes more crucial as we age, and reveal the game-changing benefits of creatine HCL for both brain and body health.

What you'll learn:

  • Why your mindset about aging could add years to your life

  • The shocking truth about how much protein women really need as they age

  • How to build power and strength without living in the gym

  • The three-pronged approach to aging powerfully that starts with proper recovery

  • Why traditional "aging gracefully" advice is holding you back from your best years

 

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Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://www.jjvirgin.com/agingpowerfully

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