Today, I’m joined by the remarkable Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon, elite sports doctor, and a passionate advocate for redefining how we age. Dr. Wright’s philosophy goes far beyond the operating room—she believes that saving our mobility is truly what saves us from the ravages of chronic disease and a life of unnecessary pain. Fresh from the operating room and still in her scrubs, she sits down to share her mission: empowering women (and men!) with the knowledge and actionable habits that protect our strength, bones, and brains as we move through midlife and beyond.
Episode Timestamps:
Saving mobility to prevent chronic disease ... 00:07:17
Empowering women in healthcare decisions ... 00:09:04
Focusing on women’s strength, aging, and research ... 00:11:23
Master athletes: mobility impact on aging bones and brain
...00:12:12
MRI evidence: active vs. sedentary muscle ... 00:15:51
Can seniors regain strength? Real-life transformation ... 00:19:54
Nutrition basics: protein, sugar, and inflammation ... 00:27:53
Critical decade: 35–45 and early warning signs ... 00:42:16
Hormone optimization and bone health ... 00:48:37
Dr. Vonda’s personal menopause journey ... 00:52:08
Lifting, sprinting, and body recomposition ... 00:58:10
Fitness advice: women vs. men, VO2 max, and frailty ... 01:00:05
Rapid fire: exercise tips, nutrition, aging myths ... 01:05:41
Book announcement and key takeaways ... 01:09:09
Final thoughts: It’s never too late ... 01:10:03
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