By Peter Bowes

Imagine reconnecting with an old school friend, reminiscing about the good old days, and discovering you share a deep interest in health and longevity? That's exactly what happened when I caught up with Peter Allison, my classmate from the 1970s. We took a trip down memory lane, discussing our school days  - the good, the bad and the ugly - including our knack for avoiding physical education by playing chess.

Beyond the nostalgia, Peter and I explored how to optimize our health as we age, and what we've learned so far. This is the first of a regular series of conversations, not so much turning back, but looking forward to the next chapter in our lives. Peter A. is a geology professor, well used to analyzing scientific papers, and together we will be casting our inquisitive but critical eyes over the latest longevity research.

Topics covered in this conversation include:

• Peter Bowes and Peter Allison discuss their school days and memories of their time together, including their shared dislike of physical education and love of learning.
• Peter A. recounts the encouragement he received to chase his dreams and how aging could impact his physical aspirations moving forward.
• Peter A. shares his career journey as an academic and geologist, highlighting his passion for ecological research and diving.
• Challenges with weight and muscle loss as we grow older,
• The importance of finding a project to focus on during retirement and shared the lessons learned in pursuit of personal growth.
• Experimenting with fasting methods
• The importance of resistance training and weight lifting, and how it can help us maintain our health as we age.
• New research: The potential benefits of taurine for extending life and improving health, noting the dosage of taurine required for potential benefits is much higher than would be practical for human consumption. 
• New research: Napping and long life, plus the role genetics play in our sleep sensitivities. 

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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice.  If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.