The Art of Aging Mindfully
Welcome to The Art of Aging Mindfully, a podcast hosted by Jai Sugrim, a certified yoga teacher, longevity expert and personal trainer with 28 years of professional experience in helping people age gracefully and maintain their physical and mental health. In each episode, Jai will share his knowledge and expertise on the latest scientific research and ancient practices for improving longevity, personal health span, and cognitive function as we age.Whether you're looking to stay active and healthy in your golden years or simply want to learn more about mindful aging, this podcast is for you. Jai will delve into topics such as the power of positive habits, the importance of preventive maintenance, mindful movement and exercise, nutrition for aging well, and spirituality and aging.Join Jai on a journey to embrace the art of aging mindfully and remain active and healthy contributors to society.
The Art of Aging Mindfully
92. How The Loss of Motor Units Affect Longevity – A Conversation with Tony Ruggia
🎙️ Guest: Tony Ruggia (Founder of I AM LONGEVITY YouTube Channel)
In this episode of The Art of Aging Mindfully, Jai sits down with Tony Ruggia, the creator of I AM LONGEVITY, a YouTube channel dedicated to evidence-based strategies for healthy aging. Tony is passionate about training fast, doing plyometrics, functional fitness, mobility, strength, and continuous learning. His work inspires people to maintain their physical vitality and independence as they grow older.
Together, Tony and Jai dive into the science of longevity, exploring practical ways to build strength, balance, and resilience so that we not only live longer but live better.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✅ Why functional aging matters—how to stay strong, mobile, and independent for life.
✅ The importance of core strength in preventing injury and supporting posture.
✅ How scientific research on the age related loss of motor units informs Tony’s approach to longevity and fitness.
✅ The best exercises for maintaining flexibility, stability, and overall vitality.
✅ Why lifelong learning and adaptability are key to navigating the aging process.
✅ Practical daily habits that support longevity and sustained energy.
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