A crucial challenge for older adults can be frailty, a major predictor of poor health outcomes. Dr. Cathy Maxwell, a professor at Utah University College of Nursing, offers a potential solution rooted in her research: focusing on mitochondrial health through proper nutrition and physical activity. Dr. Maxwell explains the importance of exercise, particularly understanding heart rate zones, to maintain energy production and prevent frailty. She empowers listeners to take control of their aging process with proactive lifestyle choices.

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