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The Longevity Doctor: The 5 Simple Tests That Predict How You'll Age

2 Jul 2026 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 94

If you're in perimenopause or menopause, you've probably noticed your body changing in ways no one prepared you for. Dr. Vonda Wright spoke with Tamsen about why you may be losing muscle despite working out. And why your bone density is declining.

Maybe you're wondering if hormone therapy is right for you, or why your workouts aren't giving you the same results they used to. The truth is, women don't age like men, and understanding that changes everything.

That's why Tamsen Fadal invited renowned orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright to The Tamsen Show.

Dr. Wright explains the science behind healthy aging, strength training, muscle mass, osteoporosis, mobility, protein, and longevity, and why building strength today is one of the most important things you can do to protect your future.

We cover:

- Why menopause is more like a second adolescence than a slow decline

- The truth about estrogen, progesterone, and hormone therapy (HRT)

- Why muscle mass is one of the strongest predictors of longevity

- How to improve bone density and reduce your risk of osteoporosis

- Why women should prioritize strength training instead of endless cardio

- How much protein women actually need to build muscle

- Why walking after your biggest meal can improve metabolism and blood sugar

- The simple tests, including grip strength and VO₂ max, that predict how well you'll age

- Why frozen shoulder, brain fog, and joint pain become so common during menopause

- The biggest fitness mistakes women over 40 are still making

Whether you're in your 30s preparing for perimenopause or already navigating menopause, this conversation will change the way you think about longevity, mobility, strength, and what it really means to age with power instead of frailty.

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Get Vonda's book, Unbreakable: Grow Strong. Live Long. Age with Power: https://www.amazon.com/Unbreakable-Womans-Guide-Aging-Power/dp/0593736583 Follow Vonda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright More from The Tamsen Show: If you liked this conversation, check this out: The Foot Doctor: What Your Feet Reveal About How Long You'll Live

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