408: How a 55-year-old former football player is in the best shape of his life | NFL Hall of Famer Troy Aikman

Troy Aikman: "I'm 55 years old, and I’m in the best shape of my life in every way—mentally, physically, and emotionally.” 

Aikman, an NFL Hall of Famer and broadcaster, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss his nonnegotiable tips to feel healthier than ever, plus:

- Why Aikman swears by the pegan diet (~03:16)

- What a daily meditation practice can teach you about happiness (~13:59)

- The key to thriving after an athletic career (~19:38)

- How he exercises his brain (~25:42)

- How to raise confident, self-aware kids (~32:36)

Referenced in the episode:

- Aikman's better-for-you beer, EIGHT.

- Read more about Aikman's nutrition philosophy & fitness routine.

- Learn more about the pegan diet.

- Follow Mark Hyman, M.D., on Instagram.

- Watch Mark Hyman, M.D., at mbg revitalize 2014.

- The Untethered Soul, by Michael Singer.

- Read Aikman's 1998 interview in Texas Monthly.

- mbg Podcast episode #383, with Daniel Pink

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