Build Muscle, Live Long: The 2024 Longevity Protocol #372
Release Date: 01/17/2024
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info_outlineA major focus for myself and the Muscle Intelligence team in 2024 is the fascinating realm of longevity - and how it intersects with muscle building.
Longevity is a topic that has garnered tremendous interest in the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness…
And admittedly, I was once a skeptic, questioning the vagueness and lack of substantial evidence surrounding longevity.
However, my perspective has undergone a significant shift over the past year…
I'm now genuinely excited about this field, driven by the increasing wealth of human data that has become available.
Longevity isn't just about extending life; it's about enhancing the quality of life, ensuring a robust and thriving 'health span.' Quality of life is paramount, and muscle building plays a crucial role in this journey.
In today’s episode, I delve into my personal longevity protocol, and explore how to support a vibrant and fulfilling life with everything from training, to fasting (or not fasting - depending on your unique needs), to biohacks.
You’ll learn the FULL program that my elite clients follow to optimize for longevity, the best 32 supplements to support an anti-aging regime, and my tried and tested tools for maintaining muscle even while clearing senescent (“zombie”) cells from your body.
Plus, I share my experience of whether the latest cutting edge bio-hacks are worth the cost.
Join the (free) Muscle Intelligence Community to access the complete Muscle Intelligence Longevity Supplement Protocol.
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