Think running marathons is the secret to longevity and heart health? Think again.

Today, I’m joined by Mark Sisson — a pioneer in ancestral health, NYT bestselling author, former elite endurance athlete, founder of Primal Kitchen, and creator of Peluva barefoot shoes.

In this episode, we unpack why more cardio isn’t always better, how walking may actually be one of the best things for longevity, fat loss, metabolic health, and joint health, and why chronic endurance training can sometimes leave you feeling more inflamed, depleted, and prone to injury. We also dive into metabolic flexibility, strength training as we age, overtraining and hormones, and the surprising connection between barefoot shoes and better movement — including foot strength, balance, posture, mobility, glute activation, proprioception, and even common issues like bunions, foot pain, and instability as we age.

This episode completely shifted the way I think about exercise and what it actually means to train smarter — and I have a feeling it might for you, too.

Suggested Resources:

• Mark Sisson | Instagram
• Peluva barefoot shoes (grab 10% off with the code wellnstrong)
• Born to Walk
• The Primal Blueprint

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