Nohe last years, the science of longevity it has become a topic of great interest in both the academic field and popular culture. Longevity research focuses on how slow down or reverse the aging processes in order to prolong health and vitality throughout life.
The science of longevity: a multidisciplinary approach
Celebrities and influential people are increasingly following this discipline, attracted by the promise of a longer and healthier life.
«The science of longevity, with its focus on a interdisciplinary approach and based onscientific evidence to slow down aging, goes beyond the vision of merely aesthetic and apparent well-being”, underlines the Doctor Nicola Marino, Director of the AEON Foundation.
«The goal is to fully understand the molecular mechanisms of aging and quantify biological ageor the true age of our cells, for act with personalized and preventive interventions» continues Doctor Marino.
Physical Activity
Physical activity is one of the fundamental pillars for a healthy life and a good state of well-being. According to theWorld Health Organization (WHO)adults should carry out at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week. Children and adolescents, however, should do at least 60 minutes of moderate or vigorous physical activity a day. Various groups of exercises can contribute to these goals.
The exercises to choose for longevity
Endurance exercisesthat include walking, running, swimming and cycling. These improve cardiovascular health and lung capacity. Studies show that endurance exercises can reduce the risk of chronic diseasesimprove mental health and increase longevity by acting on cardiorespiratory capacity.
The right training for prevention
Strength/endurance exercises improve strength, muscle mass and muscular endurance. Examples of strength/endurance exercises include weight lifting, bodyweight exercises and muscular resistance activities which can be performed at intervals or at high intensity.
These exercises are especially important as we age, helping to prevent osteoporosis, sarcopenia, stabilize mood and improve functional abilities.
Yoga and Pilates, a panacea for longevity
Mobility exercises, which involve tendons, ligaments and joints and improve flexibility and range of motion. Examples of personalized and non-personalized mobility exercises include yoga and pilates. These exercises help reduce pain from incorrect postural attitudes, reduce pain, improve coordination and balance and also reduce stress and improve mental health.
To each their own training
Although the call to carry out physical activity and combat sedentary lifestyles is valid for the entire population, training methods must be personalized in terms of type, volume and intensity, based on sex and gender differences, general conditions and risk factors, to maximize the benefits of physical activity. There is no single approach valid for everyone and do-it-yourself can be too simplistic an answer to an extremely complex topic, which is why training must be adapted by professionals, even better if in teams, adequately trained who will be able to adapt them to the needs and requirements. individual capabilities, correlating other factors such as nutrition, sleep and environment.
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