Keep Moving with Ben Reuter, PhD

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We exist in a time where humans are living longer than any other point in history. The average life expectancy has increased by almost ten years in the last century, but living a long life that’s also happy and healthy isn’t so common.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Today’s guest says the real secret to a longer, happier life is movement. Not exercise, but simple physical activity. I’m thrilled to have Ben Reuter, PhD join me to talk about the importance of healthspan—the length of time a person is free from major disease or injuries.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ben teaches at a regional university near Pittsburgh, PA. He is a podcaster and personal trainer as well as a lifetime mover. He promotes the ethos, "Movement is a lifestyle, not just an activity, because movement is part of what makes life complete."</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, we discuss:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Lifespan vs. healthspan: why it matters most in your next chapter</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">How exercise and movement are different (and why it matters)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Simple ways you can add micro movement times into your day</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Why reprogramming our “normal” isn’t always enough</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Why you have to be honest with yourself about what’s realistic</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Connect with Ben</span></h3> <p><a href="http://www.fitlabpgh.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">www.fitlabpgh.com</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;"><br /></span><a href= "http://www.moving2live.com/"><span style= "fo