Siim Land Podcast #490 How to Get Fitter As You Age - Dr Elie Abirached
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Jan 31, 2026 Dr Elie Abirached, Harvard-trained founder of Restore and creator of the Limitless Human method, blends science with practical coaching. He talks about why recovery is the foundation of progress. He explains VO2 max testing, training zones, and how to build aerobic base plus intervals. He outlines recovery tools, nutrition basics, and how to progress from beginner to advanced.
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Early Fitness Began As Self-Protection
- Dr Elie Abirached started calisthenics at 14 in Beirut to avoid street violence and that protective habit became a lifelong wellness path.
- He later opened a corporate wellness business in Dubai and built Restore and the Limitless Human program focused on recovery.
Recovery Is Where Strength Is Built
- Recovery is the underrated pillar where adaptation and strength actually happen, not just passive rest.
- Dr Elie places recovery at the center of his program and daily routine for longevity and performance.
VO2max As A Core Longevity Biomarker
- VO2max integrates heart, lungs, muscles, body composition and nervous system and predicts long-term health better than most metrics.
- Being in the lowest VO2max quartile doubles disease risk, so Dr Elie prioritizes it above genome or blood tests.