12/19/2025
If you zoom out far enough, two numbers matter more than almost anything else when it comes to how long and how well we live.
VO₂ max and strength.
VO₂ max reflects how well your heart, lungs, and muscles use oxygen. It’s one of the strongest predictors of longevity and overall health as we age.
Strength matters just as much. Maintaining muscle and grip strength is closely tied to independence, resilience, and lower risk as we get older.
So, how do we deal with the problem? Be active. Exercise. Do your best to get 1g of protein for every pound of body fat daily. This can be difficult to achieve with food alone, so it’s important to supplement your daily protein intake with protein shakes.
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