Over more than a decade working in physical fitness, he saw in an up close and personal way what most of us notice in our own lives: that some people deteriorate as they get older, while others thrive.

As a lifelong learner and knowledge seeker, he wanted to understand what set these two groups apart. Not satisfied with chalking it up to “good genes” or just plain good luck, he challenged the conventional wisdom that aging well is out of our control. Drawing on scientific research and his own professional experience, he discovered that staying healthy and vital into our later years isn’t just possible, it’s the natural outcome of a few simple habits and lifestyle choices.