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The Ready State Podcast

Aaron Leventhal: From Professional Soccer, Coaching, and Exercise Oncology to the Fit Standards, Helping People Take Charge of Their Own Wellness

Jan 9, 2025
Aaron Leventhal, an author and director of AKTIV Against Cancer USA, shares his insights on exercise oncology and personal wellness. He discusses innovative strategies using exercise to aid cancer recovery, emphasizing empowerment for patients. Leventhal reflects on his past as a professional soccer player and the evolution of sports culture. He introduces 'The Fit Standards,' fitness benchmarks rooted in science, and advocates for rethinking fitness beyond aesthetics, prioritizing holistic health and enduring resilience.
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  • Aaron Leventhal emphasizes the transformative role of exercise oncology in enhancing cancer patients' recovery and emotional resilience during treatment.
  • The Durability Summit aims to provide essential, sustainable health practices that prioritize foundational strategies over transient fitness trends.

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Introduction to the Durability Summit

The upcoming Durability Summit, scheduled for January 22, 2025, aims to address the overwhelming amount of health advice that many people encounter. The founders emphasize that amidst the myriad of tips and shortcuts often promoted, essential foundational practices for long-term health can be lost. The summit prioritizes providing attendees with reliable methods to cultivate a resilient body, steering clear of transient trends and focusing instead on actionable, sustainable practices. Its objective is to help individuals integrate crucial health strategies like improved movement, sleep, and nutrition into their busy lifestyles.

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