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Wellness

The Dead Hang Is Having a Moment in the Longevity World. The Science Is More Complicated.

As a longevity doctor, I get the appeal of this trend. But the scientific literature about grip strength tells a slightly different story about the dead hang's benefits.

Ingrid Yang MDOctober 14, 20263

Wellness

A Psychologist Explains Why Willpower Fails and How Habit Stacking Makes Routines Stick

Recent research shows that shifts in sleep, exercise, and diet can add nearly ten years to your life. The best part? Even tiny adjustments can make a big impact, and you can use habit stacking to do it.

Marisa McMillanOctober 8, 2026

Wellness

"Our Brains Aren't Signaling to Us That It’s Time to Sleep." The Surprising Link Between Fireflies and Circadian Health.

My journey to a firefly sanctuary in Bali revealed a striking truth: the artificial light destroying the firefly’s glow is the same force disrupting our circadian rhythms, sleep, and long-term health.

Ingrid Yang MDSeptember 24, 2026

Training & Performance

Why Hard Workouts Might Be the Key to Aging Better

Sometimes more is less with exercise. But not always.

Alex HutchinsonSeptember 1, 20261

Opinion

I Am a Woman Over 50 and I Am Done Being Erased by the Outdoor Industry

While older male athletes are routinely celebrated as legends, women over 50 remain largely invisible in outdoor advertising and media representation.

Teresa BakerAugust 5, 20267

Training & Performance

The Secrets to Running for Decades, According to Runners in Their 60s, 70s, and 80s

They've slowed down—but they haven't stopped. Here's what veteran runners say it actually takes to keep racing for a lifetime.

John HancAugust 4, 2026

Wellness

I'm a Longevity Doctor. Bryan Johnson's Diagnosis Reminds Us That Longevity Isn't About Perfection.

Bryan Johnson, the "longevity guru," has spent more than $2 million on a quest to stay young. On June 30, 2026, he disclosed that he has an autoimmune disease that causes the stomach to eat itself. As a practicing physician who helps patients live longer, believe me when I say: you absolutely don't need extreme measures to live a healthy life. Here's what actually works.

Ingrid Yang MDJuly 8, 20268

Wellness

Hot Pools, Waterslides, and Cocktails: Inside Therme’s Plan to Bring Supersized Health Spas to the USA

Therme Group, Europe’s wellness behemoth, is planning to open stadium-sized health spas across the USA. Are Americans ready for Roman baths? We traveled to Bucharest to find out.

Bill GiffordJuly 1, 20261

Training & Performance

Just Exercising for a Total of Three Hours Each Week Can Help You Live Longer, Study Says

Following a simple, structured exercise routine can improve brain function and boost longevity. You can even take the routine outdoors.

Danielle ZicklJune 25, 2026

Training & Performance

Want to Move Like You're Younger? Start With These 8 Mobility Moves.

Research reveals that joint flexibility is a major predictor of longevity. These simple moves can bulletproof your body against aches and pain as you age.

Jenny McCoyJune 11, 2026

Training & Performance

To Delay Death, Research Suggests Strength Training Just 1.5 Hours Each Week

A new study found that strength training reduces your risk of death. Certified personal trainers share the best exercises to add to your routine to hit that goal.

Jenna RyuJune 10, 2026

Wellness

Why You Shouldn't Blame Aging for All Your Lost Strength

To figure out how “use it or lose it” applies to muscles, consider some that we keep using throughout our lives.

Alex HutchinsonMay 14, 2026

News and Analysis

Are Blue Zones Real? A New Scientific Definition for Longevity Hotspots Could Be a Game Changer.

Longevity researchers outline new criteria to determine which regions of the world have exceptionally long-living populations. Will it finally put the Blue Zone critiques to bed?

Kristin CanningMay 1, 2026

Wellness

New Research Says Loneliness Can Change Your Brain. These Are the Best Ways to Stay Social.

Social isolation has a number of negative effects on mental and physical health. Therapists share the best ways to feel less alone—and how to have fun doing it.

Danielle ZicklApril 14, 2026

Wellness

Why Are We So Obsessed with Living Longer?

The longevity and biohacking industry is valued at $30 billion. These are the major players driving the longevity movement and the extreme measures they're taking to outrun death.

Marisa McMillanApril 2, 20263

Training & Performance

10 Exercises to Make Running Less Hard as You Age

A certified strength and conditioning specialist says these moves will help you perform your best.

Jim Diehl CSCSMarch 29, 2026

Nutrition

On the Hulu Hit 'Paradise,' Shailene Woodley's Character Survives Only on Beans. We Asked Experts If She Could IRL.

These are all the gross and scary things that would happen to her body on a bean-only diet—from a few days to two years—in a post-apocalyptic world. (And don't worry, there are no major spoilers here.)

Ayana UnderwoodMarch 27, 20268

Training & Performance

The One Exercise Every Runner Should Do for Running Longevity

If you only move in a straight line, you might be missing a critical way to keep your hips strong. Experts say adding this simple exercise can prevent bone loss and help you stay mobile for years to come.

Sarah KleinMarch 17, 2026

Wellness

Listen to the Latest Longevity News and Research Here

We've put together a playlist of our most popular research-backed and expert-approved stories on healthy aging. You can listen to them anytime, anywhere.

Ayana UnderwoodMarch 13, 2026

Training & Performance

What Happens to Your Body When You Sit 30 Minutes Less a Day

Spending less time sitting can keep your mitochondria healthier, which is good for both health and performance.

Alex HutchinsonMarch 5, 2026

longevity

Latest Stories

The Dead Hang Is Having a Moment in the Longevity World. The Science Is More Complicated.

A Psychologist Explains Why Willpower Fails and How Habit Stacking Makes Routines Stick

"Our Brains Aren't Signaling to Us That It’s Time to Sleep." The Surprising Link Between Fireflies and Circadian Health.

Why Hard Workouts Might Be the Key to Aging Better

I Am a Woman Over 50 and I Am Done Being Erased by the Outdoor Industry

The Secrets to Running for Decades, According to Runners in Their 60s, 70s, and 80s

I'm a Longevity Doctor. Bryan Johnson's Diagnosis Reminds Us That Longevity Isn't About Perfection.

Hot Pools, Waterslides, and Cocktails: Inside Therme’s Plan to Bring Supersized Health Spas to the USA

Just Exercising for a Total of Three Hours Each Week Can Help You Live Longer, Study Says

Want to Move Like You're Younger? Start With These 8 Mobility Moves.

To Delay Death, Research Suggests Strength Training Just 1.5 Hours Each Week

Why You Shouldn't Blame Aging for All Your Lost Strength

Are Blue Zones Real? A New Scientific Definition for Longevity Hotspots Could Be a Game Changer.

New Research Says Loneliness Can Change Your Brain. These Are the Best Ways to Stay Social.

Why Are We So Obsessed with Living Longer?

10 Exercises to Make Running Less Hard as You Age

On the Hulu Hit 'Paradise,' Shailene Woodley's Character Survives Only on Beans. We Asked Experts If She Could IRL.

The One Exercise Every Runner Should Do for Running Longevity

Listen to the Latest Longevity News and Research Here

What Happens to Your Body When You Sit 30 Minutes Less a Day

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