Real Cause of Excess Belly Fat
Can a simple grip test and your VO2 max tell you more about how long you’ll live than the number on your scale? In this video, longevity and fitness expert JJ Virgin explains why grip strength and VO2 max are two of the strongest predictors of health span, and why muscle is not a vanity metric.

You’ll learn what these two markers actually measure, how to test them at home (including the Rockport 1-Mile Walk Test and the 3-Minute Step Test), and why strength span matters as much as health span if you want to stay strong, capable and independent for decades. JJ also covers how strength training, protein, and supporting your mitochondria work together to protect your muscle as you age.

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JJ Virgin is a triple-board certified nutrition expert, Fitness Hall of Famer, and author helping women break free from dieting and focus on what actually works: protein, strength, and metabolic health. On this channel you’ll learn how to lose fat, support menopause, build muscle, and improve your energy and longevity using science-backed strategies.

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Real Cause of Excess Belly Fat
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  2. This video just sent me straight to my bookshelf. I keep handing the book Rogue Remedies by Ruth Vance to everyone who will take it. My sister called me crying last week saying she wishes she had it during her worst years. Thats all I need to hear.

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