“Aging is a privilege but aging powerfully is a choice,” says JJ Virgin. 

JJ, a celebrity nutritionist, Fitness Hall of Famer, personal trainer, New York Times bestselling author, founder, and podcast host, joins us to share actionable tips to live stronger, not just longer, plus: 

-Why she uses the mantra “Aging Powerfully” (~02:32) 

-Fast twitch vs. slow twitch muscles (~04:33)

-How to start training fast-twitch muscles safely (~06:58)

-Why you should choose practical > aesthetic exercises (~16:49)

-How to think about your weekly workout schedule (~23:42)

-When to double up on workouts (~29:37)

-Her thoughts on protein recommendations for aging (~32:30)

-Her favorite home-cooked dinners (~45:13)

-How the weight loss discourse is changing (~47:16)

-Her thoughts on Ozempic & how to raise GLP-1 naturally (~51:45)

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Referenced in the episode: 

-Follow JJ on Instagram (jj.virgin) & YouTube (@jjvirginvideos)

-Subscribe to JJ’s podcast Well Beyond 40

-Research showing fast-twitch muscles (type II fibers) decline with age

-Research showing those who are optimistic about aging live 7.5 years longer

-Research showing fast-paced walking has more benefits than step count alone

-Research showing appetite increases during and after menopause

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