Live Long with Peter Bowes

Sugar is woven into our culture as a reward, a comfort and a celebration. But for some people, the relationship with food becomes far more complicated - and potentially life-threatening. Broadcaster and journalist Phil Williams has written with extraordinary candour about living with binge eating disorder and the hidden toll it took on his physical and mental health. In this Live Long conversation...

What is still possible in midlife? Many of us reach our forties, fifties and sixties assuming that the major chapters of our lives have already been written. Careers are established, habits are set, and the opportunity for significant change may feel increasingly limited. Jeffrey Weiss challenges that assumption. At the age of 48, he ran his first 10-kilometre race. In the years that followed, he...

Most of us know what healthy eating looks like. The challenge is sticking to it when life gets busy, stress levels rise, and convenience wins out. So what can we learn from the way elite athletes fuel their bodies, and from the systems that make healthy choices easier? In this conversation, Mario Limaduran, Culinary Director for Trifecta Nutrition, explores the realities of meal planning, the role...

For decades, aging was seen as inevitable — a slow and irreversible decline. But a growing number of scientists now believe we may be entering a turning point, with research increasingly focused on extending not just how long we live, but how well we live. In the documentary Forever Young , filmmaker David Donnelly — alongside producers Dr. James Johnson and Dr. Thomas Lewis — explores the rapidly...

Loneliness is increasingly being recognized not simply as a social issue, but as a major threat to public health.  Cardiologist and behavioral medicine pioneer Dr. Alan Rozanski says the evidence is now clear: meaningful human connection influences everything from heart health to longevity and emotional resilience.  In this conversation with Peter Bowes, he explains how social isolation affects th...

As people live longer and stay healthier for more years, retirement is being redefined. What was once seen as a relatively short closing chapter can now stretch across decades, raising deeper questions about identity, purpose and how to spend our time well. Wealth adviser Gregg Lunceford has spent years studying this transition and the gap between leaving work and living well afterwards. He argues...

Weight-loss drugs that target the hormone GLP-1 have rapidly reshaped the conversation around obesity, appetite and personal responsibility. But alongside the rise of powerful synthetic injectables, researchers are also exploring whether the body’s own appetite signals can be harnessed more naturally. At the heart of the debate is a simple question: are we eating too much because of weak willpower...

Where we live could be the most important factor in how long and well we live. Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki, co-chair of the Global Wellness Institute’s Wellness Communities Initiative, reveals how homes and neighborhoods influence 85% of our health outcomes—more than our genes.  From pandemic-driven lifestyle shifts to multigenerational living, she shares how intentional design, walkable communities, and...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how we understand our health — not just how we feel today, but how fast we’re actually aging. On this episode of Live Long , host Peter Bowes continues his personal experiment with Hundred , the AI-powered longevity platform that combines advanced blood testing, wearable data and personalized insights to track biological age and guide smarter health deci...

Was it a boozy start to the New Year? What if you could gain more clarity, energy, and better health by giving up drinking? Imagine a day when alcohol no longer dominates our thoughts—at holidays, celebrations, or even a quiet night in front of the TV.  Alcohol-free expert James Swanwick says a cultural shift is underway, with alcohol slowly losing its grip on our social and professional lives. Ev...

Pilates is more than graceful movement — it’s a strength-focused, precision-based system that builds core stability, balance, and posture for people of all ages. In the final episode of our Move for Life series Peter Bowes explores how Pilates is can help us with lifelong mobility. Originally developed as rehabilitation for dancers, Pilates uses controlled, low-repetition movements on mats and spr...

Your breath is your most powerful performance tool. In this episode of the Live Long Podcast , part of our Move for Life series, coaches Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna explain how breathwork transforms endurance, strength, mobility and daily resilience. From nasal breathing and diaphragmatic control to rhythm, syncopation and sport-specific techniques, we explore how breathing shapes your workou...

Mind–body training is widely recognized as a pillar of healthy aging. Research suggests that how we move — and how we think while we move — are deeply connected. When breath, focus and technique align, we sharpen cognition, reduce stress and build the kind of resilience that keeps us active for life. In this episode of Move for Life , fitness coaches Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna explore why th...

Our understanding of the body's internal clocks is rapidly evolving, with new research shedding light on the powerful effects of circadian rhythms. From the way artificial light disrupts our sleep patterns to how animals’ natural cycles offer valuable insights into human health, the science is undeniable.  Dr. Philippa Gander, a leading expert in sleep and circadian rhythms and author of Life...

Farmers’ walks - carrying weight in each hand and moving with steady control - are catching on as a simple, full-body exercise that mirrors real life. In this episode Ageless Workout creators Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna, explain why this straightforward movement does far more than build strength. It boosts grip power - a marker often linked with overall health and longevity - and helps improv...

The kettlebell swing is a cornerstone exercise for building strength, power, and cardiovascular fitness - all in one efficient, full-body movement. Proper technique is key: mastering the hip hinge, engaging the core, and selecting the right load are essential to protect the back and generate force through the glutes. In this Move for Life episode of the Live Long Podcast , Peter Bowes is joined by...

Functional training is redefining what it means to stay fit for life. Instead of chasing personal records in the gym, this approach focuses on the movements that matter most—squatting, lifting, balancing, and moving with control—to preserve independence and prevent injury. In this Move for Life episode of the Live Long Podcast, Peter Bowes is joined by trainers Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna, co...

The plank may look simple, but it’s one of the most effective full-body exercises for building strength, stability, and balance. In this Move for Life episode, Peter Bowes is joined by trainers Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna, co-founders of The Ageless Workout, to explore how mastering the plank can transform your movement and longevity. They break down the fundamentals of proper form, explain s...

A strong core is far more than a set of visible abs - it’s the foundation for every movement you make. This intricate network of muscles stabilizes your spine, improves posture, and protects against injury. As we age, maintaining core strength and endurance becomes essential for balance, mobility, and overall vitality. In this Move for Life conversation, Peter Bowes talks with Nate Wilkins and She...

Kwame Terra is on a mission to make movement a cultural norm and health an accessible part of everyday life. Through his community-based bEHR Health platform, the New Orleans athlete is reimagining wellness through walking, technology, and social connection.  His mission: to make healthy choices desirable, accessible, and part of daily life, particularly within Black communities that have long fac...

A simple one-leg stand is a surprisingly powerful test of balance, coordination, and how well your body is aging. In this episode of our series, Move for Life , trainers Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna show how this fun, focused move lights up your core, glutes, and posture—while improving breath control and body awareness. They guide you through progressions—from fingertip support to eyes closed...

Age-related decline in our ability to balance increases the risk of falls and loss of independence among older adults. But balance is a trainable skill. In this Move for Life episode fitness trainers Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna discuss practical strategies such as daily single-leg stands, heel-to-toe walking, backward walking and integrating balance drills into routine tasks like brushing tee...

Social bonds may be the most overlooked key to longevity. In this episode, Ken Stern, author of Healthy to 100 , explains how connection, purpose, and community can profoundly extend healthspan.  Drawing on insights from Japan, Singapore, Korea, Spain, and Italy, he reveals how cultures that value older adults achieve healthier, longer lives. He contrasts this approach with the U.S., where technol...

Static stretching is a crucial, often skipped step in post-workout recovery, with benefits that extend beyond cooling down. In this episode of our 20-part series, Move for Life, Peter Bowes is joined by Ageless Workout coaches, Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna, to explore how holding stretches can ease muscle tension, support flexibility, and mitigate injury risk. They suggest whole-body routines,...

Dynamic stretching is an essential warm-up tool, priming muscles and joints for movement by improving mobility, increasing blood flow, and preparing the body for safer, more effective exercise Ageless Workout trainers Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna explain how warming up reduces injury risk - especially for older adults - while enhancing range of motion and exercise quality. In conversation with...