There’s also some debate among scientists about whether epigenetic clocks are the best measure for aging, said Rachel Morello-Frosch, an environmental health scientist at the University of California, Berkeley. How to best measure biomarkers, and how to use them to predict future health, is an “evolving space in the scientific field,” she said. Epigenetic changes…
Key Takeaways This wide-ranging and fascinating conversation explores our current understanding of longevity science, lifespan vs. healthspan and the role of exercise in aging. Longevity is a commonly seen buzzword on social media these days, so it’s important for health and exercise professionals to understand the science behind the term and be able to explain it…
Building a reserve of muscular strength and cardiorespiratory fitness during adulthood to offset the inevitable decline in markers of physical fitness as we age is a well-established approach for healthy aging. However, the decline in physical fitness does not begin during adulthood, but rather during the primary school years, when too many children become disinterested…