Ep. 492 Everything You Know About Aging Is Wrong – The Shocking Science That Reverses Decline with Dr. Vonda Wright

Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow ™

Cynthia Thurlow

Alternative Health, Nutrition, Science, Life Sciences, Health & Fitness

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 16 August 2025

⏱️ 59 minutes

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Summary

Today, I have the honor of reconnecting with Dr. Vonda Wright, a renowned expert in Aging and Longevity with over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. She is also the host of the Hot for Your Health podcast. In our discussion, we examine how mainstream news relies on sedentary science, highlighting the hallmarks of aging and the value of shifting mindsets around aging. We explore the foundational role of mitochondria in cellular health changes as we navigate the aging process, looking at satellite cells and the communication between muscle, bone, and adipose tissue. We also discuss the musculoskeletal syndrome in menopause, VO2 Max, and the science and lab testing that can help predict longevity and peak performance. This conversation with Dr. Vonda Wright is truly invaluable, and I highly recommend her book, Unbroken, as a powerful resource for understanding the transition from perimenopause to menopause. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Vonda explains how mainstream news is based on sedentary science How hormonal changes impact muscle quality during the perimenopause to menopause transition Why exercise is essential for rejuvenating muscle stem cells and maintaining muscle mass as we age How satellite cells can lose their regenerative capacity through inactivity Why exercise is necessary for producing Klotho (the longevity protein) How your muscles, bones, and fat are in constant communication The benefit of VO2 Max for understanding how your current level of fitness will project into the future The importance of knowing your longevity goals for creating a balanced fitness plan Knowing the difference between being lean and being healthy Why muscle mass is crucial for your health and mobility The specialty labs Dr. Vonda uses in her practice Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to [email protected] Connect with Dr. Vonda Wright On her website Instagram and YouTube Dr. Wright’s book, Unbreakable, will come out on the 26th of August. You can pre-order a copy and get your Unbreakable Data Assessment App here.

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0:00.0	Welcome to Everyday Wellness Podcast.
0:03.7	I'm your host, nurse practitioner, Cynthia Thurlow.
0:07.4	This podcast is designed to educate, empower, and inspire you to achieve your health and wellness goals.
0:13.9	My goal and intent is to provide you with the best content and conversations from leaders in the health and wellness industry each week and impact
0:22.1	over a million lives.
0:28.6	Today, I had the honor of reconnecting with friend and physician colleague Dr. Vonda Wright.
0:34.2	She's a renowned expert in aging and longevity with more than 20 years of
0:38.3	experience in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, as well as the host of Hot for
0:42.7	Your Health. Today we spoke about how mainstream news is based on sedentary science, the value
0:48.4	of mindset shifts around aging, the hallmarks of aging, including how mitochondria are at the basis for nearly all
0:56.9	cellular health changes as we navigate the aging process, the impact of satellite cells,
1:02.9	how muscle, bone, and adipose tissue communicate, what the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause is,
1:09.5	VO2 max, longevity science, and specific labs that can
1:14.3	help predict longevity and peak performance.
1:16.4	This is truly one of those invaluable conversations with Dr. Wright, and her book Unbroken is
1:22.4	one I will recommend for all listeners to purchase and use as part of your longevity protocols and just to better
1:30.4	understand our bodies as we are navigating perimenopause into menopause.
1:37.4	Dr. Wright, such a pleasure to have you back on the podcast. I really enjoyed reading your book.
1:42.4	Thank you so much for having me. I always love talking to you.
1:45.7	Oh, well, thank you. There's a point that you make early on in the book that mainstream news is
1:51.8	based on sedentary science. Share with my community what that means because I could not agree more.
1:58.5	So when scientists, particularly epidemiologists, look at cohorts or groups of people,
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