How to Stay Strong, Sharp & Unbreakable | Dr. Vonda Wright

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In this episode of The Art of Being Well, I sit down with orthopedic surgeon and longevity researcher Dr. Vonda Wright to talk about one of the most overlooked pillars of long-term health: bone.

We explore why bone is far more than a structural support system, how muscle and bone work together to influence longevity, and why strength training and impact are essential as we age. Dr. Wright shares insights from her work with aging athletes, explains why women are disproportionately affected by bone loss, and challenges the idea that aging inevitably leads to frailty. This conversation reframes aging as something we can actively support through movement, strength, and intentional training.

A few of my favorite things we cover in this episode: 

• Dr. Vonda Wright’s background as an orthopedic surgeon and longevity researcher
• Why bone health is one of the most overlooked drivers of longevity and healthspan
• How bone functions as more than structure and influences overall metabolic health
• The relationship between muscle, strength, and aging resilience
• Why strength training and mechanical loading are critical as we age
• The difference between lifespan and healthspan
• Why frailty is not an inevitable outcome of aging
• How movement and training today shape independence later in life
• The unique risks women face with bone loss as they age
• Reframing aging from decline to something that can be actively supported

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In Health,

Dr. Will Cole