Siim Land Podcast #479 Longevity Testing 101: What Really Matters (with Siim Land and Dr. Joy Kong)
Nov 14, 2025
Join longevity educator Siim Land and Dr. Joy Kong as they delve into the fascinating world of longevity testing. Siim shares insights on important health metrics like VO2 Max, blood tests, and hormone testing, emphasizing the significance of actionable results. They also discuss innovative topics such as microbiome assessments, the impact of microplastics, and the limitations of food sensitivity testing. Siim highlights the value of comprehensive health retreats, incorporating advanced screenings and therapies for optimizing overall well-being.
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Test Only If You’ll Act On Results
- If you test biomarkers, commit to changing habits to improve any bad results.
- Retest before acting and prioritize tests only if you will act on findings.
Use Waist Measurements Daily
- Measure waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio as free, powerful health markers.
- Use waist measurements to estimate visceral fat and cardiometabolic risk.
Test Strength With Pull-Ups
- Test bodyweight strength like push-ups or pull-ups as practical longevity metrics.
- Aim for pull-ups as they reflect strength, low body fat and functional fitness.