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Your 2026 Body Blueprint — Part 4: The Cardio You Actually Need After 40 (VO₂max, Zone 2, and Longevity)

You can be lean and strong — and still be aging faster than you realize if you ignore cardiovascular fitness. In this episode, Ted explains why lifting alone isn’t enough after 40, what VO₂max actually means for longevity, and how Zone 2 training fits into a real-world plan. You’ll learn how to build cardiovascular capacity in a way that’s practical, measurable, and realistic — even if you’re running a business, raising a family, and short on time.

640: How to Use Meditation to Rewire Your Brain for Stress-Free Productivity with Emily Fletcher

In this episode, Ted sits down with Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva Meditation and one of the world’s leading experts on meditation for performance. They dive into the science of how stress affects your body, why most meditation methods fail, and how a simple daily practice can make you feel younger, sharper, and more alive. Listen now!

639: How To Get Back in Shape and Train Smarter After an Injury

Getting in shape over 40 is hard enough. Add an injury into the mix and it can feel downright impossible. You want to train, but everything hurts. And pushing through only makes it worse. If you’ve ever wondered how to heal smarter and get your body back without sacrificing your performance, this episode is for you. Listen now!

634: How To Lose Weight and Build Muscle Over 40: Natural Bodybuilding Strategies with Eric Helms

Do you find it hard to navigate all the fitness and nutrition advice out there? In today’s episode, Ted interviews Eric Helms, a pro natural bodybuilder known for his evidence-based approach. Eric debunks common myths and shares valuable scientific insights on getting in shape, even if you're over 40. Listen now!