Longevity: How to Avoid Your Death Early
The secrets to longevity are not just about adding years to your life but making sure those years are full of energy, vitality, and good health. My goal is to maximize my healthspan—the number of years I live free from chronic disease and disability.
Over time, I’ve realized that a few key factors have helped me age in a healthy way:
Financial Stability is the Foundation of Stress-Free Aging
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that financial health directly impacts physical health. Debt is one of the biggest stressors, and studies show that financial instability increases cortisol levels, which weakens the heart and accelerates aging.
My Financial Rules for Longevity:
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Avoid debt at all costs – Financial stress wears down the body over time.
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Start early – Planning ahead gives me more freedom and flexibility in later years.
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Do what you love – Finding work that aligns with my passion keeps me energized and fulfilled.
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I focus on investments without accumulating debt.
Work: Find What You Love
Your work makes up a third of your week, your year, and your life. So, it’s better to do something you love. My philosophy is to find something that aligns closely with your passions.
Sports & Physical Activity: The Key to Staying Strong
Staying physically active is one of my biggest priorities. Every year, I challenge myself by participating in a triathlon, an Ironman, or a marathon. These endurance events push my body and mind, keeping me strong, resilient, and focused. Sports play a key role in my life.
How I Structure My Training:
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Set 2-4 major fitness goals per year – This keeps me motivated and continuously improving.
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Endurance sports – I train for triathlons, Ironman races, and marathons to maintain cardiovascular health.
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Strength training & mobility – I incorporate strength workouts and mobility exercises to prevent injuries and improve overall functionality.
I truly believe that consistent physical activity is one of the best ways to extend healthspan and keep the body feeling young.
How I Love My Sports:
I think everyone should do a combination of endurance sports like cardio workouts (jogging, biking, stepper) and add strength training to maintain overall fitness.
Nutrition: Fueling Your Body for a Long Life
I try to eat well most of the time because I know that food is fuel for longevity. I don’t believe in being overly strict, but consistency matters.
How I Approach Nutrition:
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80/20 Rule – I eat healthy most of the time but allow myself 2-3 indulgences per week.
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Heart-healthy foods – I make sure to include nuts, fruits, and whole grains to strengthen my heart.
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Avoiding excessive processed foods – I know they cause inflammation and long-term health problems.
Knowing Your Body with Health & Sleep Tracking
I’ve learned that tracking my health helps me stay on top of my well-being. Wearables, blood tests, and sleep monitors give me insights, but I also believe in trusting how I feel.
My Approach to Health Tracking:
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Monitor key health metrics, but don’t stress over every small change.
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Prioritize quality sleep – I feel my best when I get deep, restorative sleep.
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Listen to my body – Numbers are helpful, but intuition matters too.
Aging Naturally: No Botox, No Fad Diets
I see so many people chasing quick fixes to look younger, but I believe natural aging is the best approach. Botox, fillers, and extreme diets don’t actually improve health or longevity.
Why I Choose to Age Naturally:
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Botox and fillers don’t support my overall well-being – they’re just cosmetic.
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Fad diets create yo-yo effects that harm metabolism and make aging harder.
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Sustainable habits (exercise, mindset, and nutrition) provide real long-term benefits.