Benjamin Levine
Leading expert in cardiovascular physiology and space medicine, founding director of the Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine at UT Southwestern.
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May 28, 2024 • 2h 32min
#090 How Exercise Prevents & Reverses Heart Aging | Benjamin Levine, M.D.
Dr. Benjamin Levine, a leading expert in cardiovascular physiology, reveals how a tailored exercise regimen can reverse up to 20 years of heart aging. He discusses the effects of bed rest versus activity on heart health and the powerful impact of consistent exercise, even for those in their 70s. Levine highlights the balance between high- and moderate-intensity workouts and explores the risks of extreme exercise. The conversation also delves into how physical activity influences long COVID recovery and the unique benefits of omega-3 supplementation for heart health.
Jul 31, 2022 • 1h 10min
Can extreme exercise damage the heart? With Dr Benjamin Levine
Dr Benjamin Levine, a leading expert in sports cardiology, discusses the determinants of aerobic capacity and the role of genetics in becoming an endurance athlete. The podcast covers the different types of exercise and their impact on heart size and function, including eccentric and concentric hypertrophy. The potential risks of extreme exercise and genetic heart diseases are explored, along with the effects of exercise on coronary calcium. The discussion concludes with the positive effects of exercise on vasodilator function and the importance of a balanced diet alongside exercise for optimal health.
