For years, conversations around longevity focused primarily on living longer. Today, the focus has shifted toward healthspan—the number of years we remain active, independent, and capable of doing the things we love. The goal isn't simply to add years to…
When I hit "publish" on Episode 150 of the 9 to 5 Wellness Podcast, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Not because 150 is a nice round number. Not because podcasting suddenly became easy. And certainly not because the…
Why Employee Recognition, Authenticity, and Employee Belonging Matter More Than Ever For years, I believed workplace wellness was primarily about physical health benefits, gym memberships, and stress management programs. While those initiatives certainly have value, I've come to realize that…
If you've ever wondered whether you should cut carbohydrates, load up on protein, avoid fat, or follow the latest diet trend on social media, you're not alone. Every day, millions of people receive conflicting nutrition advice that leaves them confused,…
When most people think about longevity, they focus on living longer. But the real goal isn't simply adding years to life—it's adding life to those years. This is where the concept of health span comes in. Health span refers to…
For decades, VO₂ max was a metric reserved for endurance athletes, exercise physiologists, and elite sports performance labs. Today, it has become one of the most discussed biomarkers in the longevity and health optimization space—and for good reason. Research consistently…
Did you know that consistent low dose strain is good for your career growth and for your health. Resistance, healthy stress or a challenge; it goes by many names. This exercise principle of Time Under Tension (TUT) bridges the gap…
As we age, maintaining strong bones becomes an increasingly important health priority, especially for women. Dr. Renee Fogelberg, an OB/GYN with over 26 years of experience in women's health explains bone health as a silent health crisis. In this blog…
Your bones are built to last. Most people don’t know they’re at a higher risk till they fracture their hip. Once the fracture occurs it becomes hard to heal. It leads to hospitalization and sometimes infection. Maybe this happened to…
Introduction In a recent episode of the Nine to Five Wellness Podcast, host Aesha Tahir sat down with Graham Melstrand, founder and CEO of Active Sport Advisory, to discuss the transformative potential of prescribing exercise as a global healthcare strategy…