Functional aging is the new goal of longevity because what good is a long life if we’ve lost strength and mobility? For a long time, the fitness world was obsessed with how a body looked. We chased lower body fat percentages and bigger biceps. Now the conversation has shifted toward […]
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These essential foods for longevity will increase your healthspan, which is so much more important than your lifespan. Healthspan is the length of time a person lives in good health, free from chronic diseases and significant disabilities associated with aging. Eat for the Long Haul: Essential Foods for a Vibrant […]
5 Simple Ways to Build Your Health Retirement Fund Starting Today Welcome—I’m Rich Dafter, founder of Howtobefit.com and a fitness coach since 1982. If you’re like many adults I coach, you probably already know you need to move more, eat better, and stay stronger as the years go by. The […]
Chronic stress is like the thief of longevity, and it will silently deplete your Health Retirement Fund quicker than most things. Scroll down to find out what stress does to your body and what you can do to create a longevity shield. The Silent Thief of Longevity: How Chronic Stress […]
These longevity strategies for peak performance include the four “blue-chip” strategies for lifelong capability. Peak performance at 40 is impressive, but peak performance at 80 is legendary. Scroll down to find out what you can do so that you can have it. Investing for the Centenarian Decathlon: Longevity Strategies for […]
In 2026, the “fitness” conversation has undergone a radical shift. We’ve moved past the era of punishing “30-day shreds” and entered the age of Longevity. Today, it’s not just about how much you can lift or how fast you can run; it’s about how well you’ll move at age 80. […]
I am about to go on a rampage of outrage because of the state of this country right now and we are all in some way responsible. If you don’t think that the fate of this country is in our hands, then think again. Here are some statistics that speak […]
My daughter and I went to the zoo today and all of the animals are so beautifully housed and fed and every effort is made to recreate their natural habits and to keep them healthy and happy. Not too fat, not too thin, but eating like they would in […]