The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem #381. Key Benchmarks for Fitness & Longevity: VO2Max, Strength, Body Composition, Steps, and more.
What does it really mean to be fit and healthy? Sports scientist and tech founder Dr. Erik Korem reveals the science-based markers you need to know. Going beyond hype and superficial metrics, he breaks down key indicators tied to longevity, like cardio fitness, muscle mass, strength, and body composition.
Tune in to get simple, research-backed guidance on:
- Why VO2 max matters more than you think
- The ideal body fat percentage ranges by age
- The role of muscle mass and muscle strength in aging
- How activity level/steps impact mortality & cardiovascular disease risk
Get equipped with tangible fitness benchmarks you can start improving today. Dr. Korem demystifies the data so you know exactly where to focus your efforts.
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Quotable moments:
"Muscle is a metabolic sink. So you want to preserve it at all costs." - Dr. Erik Korem
"Fitness is both objective and subjective, it's how you feel and what science says." - Dr. Erik Korem
"VO2 max isn't just about endurance, it's a key indicator of your overall health." - Dr. Erik Korem
"Muscle strength as you age is not just about aesthetics, it's about longevity." - Dr. Erik Korem
"Body composition is more than just numbers; it's about understanding your overall health." - Dr. Erik Korem
ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:
The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.
On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.
Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery.
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