Looking Beyond Fitness: A Healthspan Conversation

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Episode Description:

Scott Fulton joins Ron Roel to explore functional ability and the habits that support aging well. The conversation introduces his Healthspan Playbook and its five functional domains, asking listeners to consider strengths and blind spots that a conventional fitness routine may overlook.

About the Guest:

Scott Fulton is a longevity researcher who discusses function and healthspan in his educational work.

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