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South African living in Berlin. I envision a future where exercise is not just recommended but systematically prescribed and treated as a core part of healthcare, not just an afterthought. Despite its proven role in preventing disease, it remains underutilized, with most interventions focused on treating illness rather than preventing it. It’s not just about adding years to your life, but making sure those years are active and pain-free. Previously, I worked in pharma and longevity research, seeing firsthand how chronic diseases like hypertension and diabetes erode health over time. At the same time, I watched my grandparents lose their strength, independence, and spark. The more I learned, the more I realized: prevention trumps treatment. Then, as I approached 30, I started questioning my own health. Was this when decline begins? Around that time, I discovered Dr. Peter Attia’s podcast just as it launched and a few years later, I read Outlive, reinforcing what I was beginning to understand—fitness is the best longevity intervention available today. Breakthroughs in aging research are still decades away, but practical, accessible, and nearly free interventions, such as improving VO2 Max and strength can extend both lifespan and healthspan right now. That’s why I shifted—from pharma and tech to practical longevity. Now, as an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer & Longevity Coach, I help professionals build strength, stay pain-free, and move better for decades to come. 💡 Curious about your fitness age? Ask me about the AgeShift FitAge™ Leaderboard. 📩 Let’s talk if you're ready to make health your best investment.