Exhausted and out of breath over 40? How VO2 max is the key metric to boost energy, supercharge work & family and live longer.

Exhausted and out of breath over 40? How VO2 max is the key metric to boost energy, supercharge work & family and live longer.

Author: Jihane Farrell, former aging research scientist, PhD-level longevity coach, ADAPT-Certified Functional Health Coach July 21, 2025 Duration: 36:49
If you’re over 40, huffing and puffing while going up the stairs, you’re out of breath walking up the hills or you don’t have as much in the tank as you used to, this episode has the key number you need to track. You've noticed that you no longer have the energy for your family after a work day, and you miss being able to do fun things together. Before you write this off to the fact that you’re getting older, and give up on living to the full, let me tell you about the number you can track that will change the game. Because this isn’t just a marker more powerful than knowing your cholesterol level, it is also easy to improve so you can recover your stamina. This number is VO2 max: the metric of life. VO2 max is a measure of our overall fitness. It tells us how well our engine is running so it can carry us for longer. VO2 max is directly correlated with longevity. A high VO2 max also means you can burn more calories, and enhances fat oxidation, directly targeting visceral belly fat. Tracking and improving your VO2 max boosts metabolism and helps burn stubborn fat.Improving  VO2 max adds days to your life and energy to your days.Which means you get more out of life.Since improving my VO2 max from top 25 to top 6% for women my age, I have more energy than the moms who are 10 years younger than me! In this episode, you will hear 5 reasons why VO2 max is the metric of life Signs that your VO2 max may be declining and that it’s time to measure it How to measure it How you can improve your VO2 max in just 15 minutes per week to live longer and get more out of life. Investing in our fitness makes the difference between becoming a burden and growing in impact as we age. Which one will you choose?   **** Notes to perform the Cooper test to measure VO2 max: Measure the distance ran in 12 minutes, then use the formula: In Kilometers: VO2max = (22.351 x kilometers) - 11.288 In Miles: VO2max = (35.97 x miles) - 11.29 After you complete the test, you can compare your results to the norms and recommendations for your age and gender. ****   Ready to take action? I want to support you 📏 Get your data: Body composition “Inbody scan” near me or get 10% off your smart scale using https://renpho.com/discount/DRJIHANE?ref=lxnrxtkq 🎗️Grab a coaching session calendly.com/jihanefarrell/belly-busting-session (The special price will be available for a limited time for the launch of the podcast) 🤝 Curious to see if the 12-week program is for you? Go to https://www.drjihanefarrell.com/longevitylifestylecoaching 🤜🤛Join the free community https://bit.ly/jihanefarrellcommunity 📩 Email me your questions: info@drjihanefarrell.com  

Navigating fitness after 40 can feel like a puzzle where the old pieces no longer fit. 40s Fitness Reset is for anyone who’s tired of generic advice that ignores the biological shifts of midlife, particularly the stubborn accumulation of visceral fat. Host Jihane Farrell brings a unique perspective to this podcast, merging her background as a former aging research scientist and PhD-level longevity coach with her practical role as an ADAPT-Certified Functional Health Coach. The conversations here move beyond simplistic calorie counting to explore a longevity-focused, science-backed approach. You’ll hear discussions on why traditional weight loss methods often fail at this stage and what truly works for sustainable change. Episodes break down actionable strategies for time-effective, high-return habits that target metabolic health and body composition, not just the number on the scale. It’s about building a resilient physiology for the decades ahead. Jihane translates complex research into clear steps, offering a realistic reset for those ready to move past frustration. This isn’t about another drastic diet; it’s a thoughtful recalibration of how we think about energy, movement, and aging. Tune in for a blend of evidence and empathy, designed to help you reclaim agency over your health and feel strong in your own skin again.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 51

40s Fitness Reset | Longevity-focused and science-backed approach to weight loss, aging, time-effective high return habits, target visceral fat
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Duration: 27:25
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Duration: 5:03
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