Begin Again with Davina McCall Sitting Is The Silent Killer! This Causes Sedentary Death Syndrome. The Truth About Early Ageing. Dr. Vonda Wright.
Dec 12, 2024
Dr. Vonda Wright, a world-leading expert on aging, shares her insights on maintaining vitality and resilience as we age. She discusses the health risks of a sedentary lifestyle, emphasizing the crucial connection between muscles, bones, and overall well-being. Dr. Wright highlights the importance of everyday movement, even for those with desk jobs, and dispels myths around exercise intensity. The conversation also touches on sleep's vital role in health, especially during menopause, underscoring tips for enhancing sleep quality and embracing aging with confidence.
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Early Aging Concerns
- Dr. Wright's biggest shock as an orthopedic surgeon was witnessing the early onset of frailty and decrepitude in individuals.
- She questions why people age poorly when they possess such complex and capable bodies.
Active Father
- Dr. Wright's 85-year-old father still runs regularly, demonstrating that vitality is possible in later life.
- Though his distances have decreased due to a hip replacement, his consistent activity inspires her.
Resisting Ageism
- Fight the societal narrative that aging necessitates decline.
- Invest daily in your physical and mental well-being, treating your body like a prized possession.