The Gear System to Measure Exercise Intensity Ft. Andy Galpin

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Core Metrics
Andy Galpin outlines the core health metrics necessary for longevity, starting with balance to prevent falls. He highlights the importance of speed, power, and strength, emphasizing that maintaining muscle mass is crucial as we age. Galpin notes that VO2 max is a key indicator of cardiovascular health, and strength is a significant predictor of all-cause mortality 1.
I need to have some sort of metric of cardiovascular health. Look at VO2 max. As daunting as it is to have poor muscle mass with age, strength is probably a bigger predictor of all-cause mortality. VO2 max would be the closest equivalent to that.
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Maintaining above-average muscle mass is essential to counteract the natural decline in muscle as we age 1.
Muscle Importance
Galpin stresses the importance of muscle mass and strength for longevity. He explains that while being sufficient in muscle mass at 55 might seem adequate, it's crucial to aim for above-average levels to combat the inevitable muscle loss with age. This approach helps ensure better health outcomes and reduces the risk of mortality 1.
You might be sufficient, and we deal with this a lot. You're 55 and you are sufficient now, but we know you're going to discontinue to lose muscle the rest of your life. So I can't have you at average. I have to have you at above average.
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Strength training and maintaining cardiovascular health through metrics like VO2 max are vital components of a healthy lifestyle 1.
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