Home of Healthspan

Alively
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We profile health and wellness role models, sharing the tools, practices, and routines they use to help you live healthier, longer. Since 1950, the average lifespan has extended by 11 years, but our healthspan hasn’t kept up. We've been pursuing living longer without considering how to make those extra years vibrant and fulfilling. After all, 30 plus years of old age is a long time to spend slowly falling apart. And that's where Home of Healthspan comes in. Host Andrew McConnell interviews healthspan role models to help guide listeners through the 5 Pillars of Healthspan: Fitness Nutrition, Sleep and recovery, Stress management and Mindset, And Social connection & purpose.All so you can not only extend your years, but make them vibrantly healthy from start to finish. This is your guide to extending your healthspan, Making sure you live Alively day today, every day, for all of your days.

  1. 2d ago

    Why I Stopped Chasing Success And Couldn't Be Happier with Matthew Vincent - E116

    Chasing success can become an addiction - one that leaves you exhausted, unsatisfied, and forever pushing for a finish line that keeps moving. The more you win, the more you crave, until eventually the trophies and titles lose their shine, and daily life feels empty no matter how much you achieve. The endless pursuit of status, longevity, or peak performance can leave you disconnected from joy, purpose, and who you truly are. This episode unpacks what happens when you stop running toward society’s version of success, and why letting go of that chase might be the best thing you could ever do for your health and happiness. Hear firsthand from someone who walked away from the grind at the top, and found something far more valuable on the other side. Matt Vincent is a two-time Highland Games World Champion, author of ‘Not Dead Yet: Handbook for the Living’, and the founder of Not Dead Yet Life. After losing his sport, his marriage, his job, and most of what he thought defined him, he spent a decade rebuilding from the inside out. Now he coaches high-performing men who have built the career, the income, and the respect, but quietly suspect there’s a better version of themselves still waiting. His work is about holding standards, owning your patterns, and refusing to coast for the rest of your life.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ “There's so many high-powered, successful, capable… men that are dying in this self-doubt because they'll never feel like enough.” - Matthew Vincent In this episode you will learn: Why loving the process, not just the result, leads to lasting success. How identity shifts after leaving sports or major career roles, and ways to rebuild self-worth. The role of high performers in pushing limits without burning out, using deloads and reflection. Simple daily tools for better mental health, like breathwork, journaling, and gratitude. How intention makes routines, data, and wellness habits more effective and less draining. Why picking your circle and showing unconditional love supports growth, risk-taking, and well-being. Resources Connect with Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mattvincent/ Watch and subscribe to his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@matthewpvincent Learn more about his coaching offerings: https://mattvincent.net/ This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Alively helps people live healthier longer, starting with their own data and one minimum enjoyable action: the smallest thing you will actually keep doing. If you want it for your team, Alively is a preventative health benefit funded through your company's existing pre-tax payroll structure, wearable included. Learn more at:https://alively.com

    Why I Stopped Chasing Success And Couldn't Be Happier with Matthew Vincent - E116

  2. Sep 7

    Why The Weight Loss Industry Is Failing You with Carrie Lupoli - E115

    Most people think being “healthy” means simply eating less, skipping carbs, or pushing through another rigid diet plan. Yet despite decades of trying, we still battle cravings, rebound weight, and a toxic cycle of guilt, never really feeling in control of our bodies. The real root of these struggles isn’t just what’s on your plate, but how decades of beliefs, social cues, and unhelpful health fads have shaped your behavior and self-worth. Standard diets miss the mark, ignoring the powerful connection between your mind, habits, and true physiological health. This episode uncovers a new approach for reclaiming your relationship with food and your body, revealing how mindset and practical science unlock sustainable energy and genuine food freedom. Carrie Lupoli is a certified nutritionist, award-winning behavior specialist, and international speaker committed to disrupting the diet industry. After overcoming her own struggles with disordered eating, she founded Disruptive Nutrition and hosts Diet Disruptors (Apple Top 70 Nutrition podcast), co-founded PFC3 to certify health professionals, and co-created PFC Pals to empower kids with nutritional literacy. A former educator and spokesperson for Mattel Fisher Price, Carrie has been featured on TEDx, the TODAY Show, CBS, ABC, and more. Her debut book, From Corset to Crown, releases in 2026. She resides in Connecticut with her family. “The diet industry drives me crazy, because we're not actually set up for success.” - Carrie Lupoli In this episode you will learn: Why the reasons behind your eating choices matter more than food rules or diets. How belief systems, not just science, shape your relationship with food and health. The power of blood sugar balance for steady energy and fewer cravings. Practical steps to reset your body’s signals with balanced meals every three hours. How to teach kids a healthy relationship with food through open talk and example. The value of loving yourself and living with purpose for long-term health. Resources Connect with Carrie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/ Learn more about Carrie’s work: https://www.carrielupoli.com/ Listen to the Diet Disruptors podcast: https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast Pre-order Carrie’s debut book, ‘From Corset to Crown’: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Alively helps people live healthier longer, starting with their own data and one minimum enjoyable action: the smallest thing you will actually keep doing. If you want it for your team, Alively is a preventative health benefit funded through your company's existing pre-tax payroll structure, wearable included. Learn more at:https://alively.com

    Why The Weight Loss Industry Is Failing You with Carrie Lupoli - E115

  3. Aug 31

    How To Lose 50 Pounds, And Keep It Off with Shenelle Green - E114

    Half of all bariatric surgery patients regain their weight, sometimes by as much as 90% by some estimates. Temporary fixes and knowledge alone don’t cut it. Old habits, social pressures, and hidden addiction patterns lurk behind every nutrition plan. Even drastic interventions can fail if the root causes are left untouched, leaving people frustrated and searching for hope. This episode exposes the real obstacles to lasting weight loss, revealing how true change requires more than just willpower or another new diet. You'll learn what it takes to rewrite your relationship with food, rebuild your environment, and break free from self-sabotage. Shenelle Green is the founder of Bariatric Rewrite, a coaching platform supporting women navigating bariatric surgery, GLP-1s, and food addiction. She’s known for telling the truth most people avoid: weight regain after surgery is common, and it isn’t a moral failure. Shenelle works with women worldwide, who feel ashamed, confused, and stuck after doing what they were told and still not getting lasting results. “If I regain my weight, am I going to come back to my surgeon's office? Probably not.” - Shenelle Green In this episode you will learn: What bariatric surgery is, how it works, and the changes it makes in the body. Why mindset and coaching before and after surgery matter more than knowledge alone. How common it is to regain weight after bariatric surgery, and the limits of current tracking. Steps used to help people rebuild their eating habits and home routines for lasting change. How food choices and common diet foods can backfire after surgery due to digestion and hunger signals. Why support from those with shared experience is key and why the system lacks long-term solutions. Resources Connect with Shenelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebariatricrewrite/ Learn more about her work via her website: https://bariatricrewrite.com/ Follow her on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_Shenelle Join the ‘Bariatric ReWrite’ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bariatricrewrite/ This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Alively helps people live healthier longer, starting with their own data and one minimum enjoyable action: the smallest thing you will actually keep doing. If you want it for your team, Alively is a preventative health benefit funded through your company's existing pre-tax payroll structure, wearable included. Learn more at:https://alively.com

    How To Lose 50 Pounds, And Keep It Off with Shenelle Green - E114

  4. Aug 24

    Longevity And Optimization: Are We Doing It Wrong? with Ramona Roemer and Andreas Heigl - E113

    No matter how many supplements you add or protocols you try, chasing longevity can leave you burnt out, fragmented, and no healthier than when you started. The pressure to optimize every aspect of your life often leads to exhaustion and confusion, with more effort delivering fewer results, and sometimes moving you further from true health. In a world always pushing the next must-do habit, it’s hard to know what actually matters. This episode simplifies things. Instead of piling on more, you’ll learn what it takes to streamline your approach, focus on the essentials, and build a sustainable routine that works for you, not just the average person. Ramona Roemer and Andreas Heigl are co-founders of VIMED CELL, a private longevity clinic in Switzerland and Germany. They work with high-performing individuals, combining advanced diagnostics and cell-based therapies with cognitive, emotional and purpose-driven approaches. Their book, ‘Unlongevity’, challenges conventional longevity culture and advocates for a more integrated approach focused on discernment, timing and alignment, rather than simply adding more health protocols. “Too many inputs and too many protocols, too many people treating their health in isolated pieces instead of looking at the whole picture.” - Ramona Roemer In this episode you will learn: Why more health routines and supplements don't always mean better health, and can even lead to overload and burnout. The value of looking at the whole picture, not just lab numbers, when seeking lasting health. Why personalized plans, based on your needs and current state, are more effective than following trends or the latest protocols. How listening to your body and taking breaks can be just as important as tracking data or trying new hacks. Why movement, nutrition, sleep, stress, and social ties all play key roles in real health. The dangers of fear of missing out in health, and why sometimes less is more. Resources Connect with Ramona and Andreas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlongevity/ Learn more about their work with ‘Unlongevity’: https://unlongevity.com/ Buy their book, ‘Unlongevity’: https://unlongevity.com/book This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Alively helps people live healthier longer, starting with their own data and one minimum enjoyable action: the smallest thing you will actually keep doing. If you want it for your team, Alively is a preventative health benefit funded through your company's existing pre-tax payroll structure, wearable included. Learn more at:https://alively.com

    Longevity And Optimization: Are We Doing It Wrong? with Ramona Roemer and Andreas Heigl - E113

  5. Aug 17

    10 Minutes of Exercise Could Save Your Life with Carl Daikeler - E112

    A regular ten-minute workout can slash your risk of early death by 25%. But with a wellness industry obsessed with all-or-nothing extremes, countless people fall into the trap of believing they have to overhaul their entire lives to see results. The reality? Small, consistent shifts matter far more. This episode unpacks the real obstacles to lasting fitness and nutrition habits, why judgment and perfectionism sabotage progress, and how simple, step-by-step systems can help anyone finally break through. You’ll hear from a veteran who’s solved these problems for millions, and learn practical strategies that work even if you can't stand broccoli. Carl Daikeler is co-founder and CEO of BODi (formerly Beachbody), a pioneer in home fitness and nutrition for more than 25 years. He has built a global fitness platform featuring more than 140 programmes, including P90X and Insanity, and pioneered innovations such as Shakeology® and early fitness influencer and affiliate networks. Under his leadership, BODi shifted its focus from appearance to long-term health and healthspan. Through the Beachbody Foundation, Carl has donated more than $10 million to organisations including the International Justice Mission, NAACP and Save-A-Warrior. He is also a Broadway producer and three-time Tony Award winner. “Ultimately that little bit of discomfort, even 10 minutes a day, signals to the body that it needs to remain strong.” - Carl Daikeler In this episode you will learn: Why small changes, like 10-minute workouts, help more than all-or-nothing plans for health. How Shakeology came about and what makes it different from other shakes. The role of simple, set routines in keeping people active long-term. Why many people struggle with fitness and how BODi aims to remove judgment. The risks of quick fixes like GLP-1 drugs compared to slow and steady habits. Why being proactive about movement and nutrition is key as we age. Resources Connect with Carl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carldaikeler Watch BODi’s videos: https://www.youtube.com/@BODi Learn more about BODi: https://thebeachbodycompany.com/ This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Alively helps people live healthier longer, starting with their own data and one minimum enjoyable action: the smallest thing you will actually keep doing. If you want it for your team, Alively is a preventative health benefit funded through your company's existing pre-tax payroll structure, with a wearable of their choice. Learn more at:https://alively.com

    10 Minutes of Exercise Could Save Your Life with Carl Daikeler - E112

  6. Aug 10

    Easily Unlock Peak Performance By Doing These 4 Things with Dr. Tracy Gapin - E111

    Free testosterone levels are now up to 45% lower than they were twenty years ago, making peak performance harder to achieve than ever. Many people feel constantly tired, unfocused or like they're simply getting by, despite doing everything they think they should. The problem isn't always a lack of motivation. It could be hidden imbalances in hormones, poor sleep, chronic stress or an overwhelmed microbiome. Yet most healthcare only steps in once something is wrong, leaving many people accepting "normal" health without ever realising how much better they could feel. In this episode, we explore the simple but powerful foundations of optimal health, and explain why personalised testing, rather than guesswork, is the key to unlocking your full potential at work, at home and in life. Tracy Gapin, MD is the founder of Peak Launch, the operating system for Precision Performance Medicine. After 25 years in traditional medicine, he built a modern health platform designed to help high-performing leaders feel better, live better, and lead better. Tracy is a TEDx speaker and bestselling author of Male 2.0, with an upcoming book expected in late 2026 or 2027. “We compensate, we adapt, and we lower the bar without even realising it.” - Tracy Gapin In this episode you will learn: Why average free testosterone has dropped up to 45% in the past 20 years and what that means for your health. The difference between lifespan, healthspan, and peakspan, and why aiming for a "peak life" matters. How early testing can reveal hidden issues and why most people don't notice slow declines in energy and health. Simple ways to get big results by first focusing on hormones, sleep, stress, and gut health. The key role of tracking, not just testing, and how wearables can reveal if you are truly recovering. Real-world steps to define your own peak life and build a plan that fits your goals and energy. Resources Learn more about Dr. Gapin’s work via his website: https://drtracygapin.com/ Connect with Dr. Gapin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtracygapin Watch his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrTracyGapin Buy his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08G8QR2Q5 This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Alively helps people live healthier longer, starting with their own data and one minimum enjoyable action: the smallest thing you will actually keep doing. If you want it for your team, Alively is a preventative health benefit funded through your company's existing pre-tax payroll structure, wearable included. Learn more at:https://alively.com

    Easily Unlock Peak Performance By Doing These 4 Things with Dr. Tracy Gapin - E111

  7. Aug 3

    AI Is Changing the Future of Mental Health with Nawal Roy - E110

    Despite all we know about the brain, mental health care remains stuck - too subjective, slow to improve, and poorly matched to the complexities of living well. For most people, that means years lost to trial and error, questionnaires, and vague progress, with little sign of real transformation. This episode zeroes in on how artificial intelligence is finally shifting the landscape, bringing objective measurement, real evidence, and personalized insight to mental health care. Hear what’s changing, what it could unlock for your own healthspan, and the painstaking work it took to build a future where mind and body both get the upgrades they deserve, from someone leading that revolution. Nawal Roy is a founder at the forefront of mental health, brain health and neuroscience. As Founder & CEO of Holmusk, he’s building the world’s leading AI platform for mental and brain health data infrastructure empowering clinicians, researchers, and life sciences to deliver smarter, more effective care. With a background in finance and global strategy, Nawal brings sharp execution to a deeply human mission: transforming how data drives better outcomes for patients. Visionary, relentless, and purpose-driven, he isn’t just leading a company—he’s redefining the future of healthcare. “Five years or 10 years from now, every solution matrix will have [an] AI layer or all major solutions layers will have [an] AI layer.”- Nawal Roy In this episode you will learn: Why mental health is often ignored in health systems, and how stigma and payment issues hold back progress. How treating mental health like other health issues could drive better outcomes. The lack of clear measures for mental health, and the need for more data-driven, scientific approaches. How large datasets can help cut down trial and error in mental health care. Why payment models and policy changes are needed to reward real results, not just more sessions. The promise of combining brain health and body health for full healthspan optimization. Resources Connect with Nawal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nawalroy/ Subscribe to his newsletter, ‘Foundations for Transformative Growth’: https://building-for-tomorrow.beehiiv.com/ Learn more about Holmusk: https://www.holmusk.com/ This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:https://alively.com

    AI Is Changing the Future of Mental Health with Nawal Roy - E110

  8. Jul 27

    GLP-1s and Muscle Loss: What You Need to Know with Dr. Shannon Ritchey - E109

    GLP-1s promise fast, easy weight loss - a solution that’s taken the health world by storm. But rapid changes on the scale can hide a silent cost: accelerated muscle loss, setting the stage for weaker bodies, stalled metabolism, and long-term health risks. Most people see GLP-1s as a silver bullet, missing the hidden dangers and the crucial steps needed to protect real, lasting vitality. This episode unpacks the science behind GLP-1s, reveals the muscle risks no one’s talking about, and outlines clear, research-backed strategies for staying strong. The practical guide comes straight from someone on the front lines of women’s health and longevity. Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT is a former physical therapist, fitness trainer with over 15 years of experience, and founder of Evlo Fitness. She educates on the science of exercise, specifically teaching women how to build muscle will less wear-and-tear on their bodies. Residing in Austin, Texas but originally from Kansas, Shannon is a wife and mom of two. “You shouldn't be more fragile from your strength training and from your workouts if you are aligning recovery, strength training, cardio, sleep, nutrition, all of those things together.” - Dr. Shannon Ritchey In this episode you will learn: Why building muscle early helps guard against injury and setbacks later in life. How GLP-1s impact women’s health beyond weight loss, and the risks of muscle loss. What really works for building muscle, and why going to true failure is key. The difference between training for health versus elite sports, and why less can be more. Why “gentle consistency” beats pushing yourself to the limit for lasting results. How strength training and proper nutrition come together for body composition and healthspan. Resources Connect with Dr. Ritchey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/ Watch her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDr.ShannonShow Learn more about Evlo Fitness: https://evlofitness.com/ Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website:https://alively.com This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:https://www.zapods.com

    GLP-1s and Muscle Loss: What You Need to Know with Dr. Shannon Ritchey - E109
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We profile health and wellness role models, sharing the tools, practices, and routines they use to help you live healthier, longer. Since 1950, the average lifespan has extended by 11 years, but our healthspan hasn’t kept up. We've been pursuing living longer without considering how to make those extra years vibrant and fulfilling. After all, 30 plus years of old age is a long time to spend slowly falling apart. And that's where Home of Healthspan comes in. Host Andrew McConnell interviews healthspan role models to help guide listeners through the 5 Pillars of Healthspan: Fitness Nutrition, Sleep and recovery, Stress management and Mindset, And Social connection & purpose.All so you can not only extend your years, but make them vibrantly healthy from start to finish. This is your guide to extending your healthspan, Making sure you live Alively day today, every day, for all of your days.

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  • Creator
    Alively
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Home of Healthspan

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