Why Strength Training Is Your Best Defense Against Aging & Disease

You can eat all the right foods and hit the treadmill every day, but without weight training, you're missing the secret ingredient to unlock overall health and longevity. In this episode, Dr. Mark Hyman explains how building muscle can radically improve your health—boosting your metabolism, increasing your energy, and even sharpening your mind. Get tips on how to start a routine that fits into your busy life and keeps you feeling strong at any age.

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0:00 – Why weight training is the secret to better metabolic health

2:04 – The metabolic health crisis: How intramuscular fat plays a surprising role

4:46 – How myokines and muscle longevity boost mitochondrial health

10:36– The full spectrum of strength training benefits you need to know

17:36– Mental and cognitive perks of resistance training

20:21– Strength training for everyone: Gender-specific benefits and immune system boosts

23:10– Simple tips to kick off and stick with resistance training

27:42– How to build muscle the right way: The role of diet and exercise alternatives

30:48– Ready to level up? What’s next for your weight training journey

31:13– Final thoughts: Take action and start reaping the rewards of strength training!