Episode Details

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses a groundbreaking study conducted by Catalyst Performance, a personal training studio based in Singapore. The study, which involved over 1,000 Singapore adults, focuses on healthspan and its implications for longevity and health trends in the region. The findings reveal that while Singapore boasts a high life expectancy, there is a significant gap in healthy life expectancy, largely due to insufficient strength training among the population. The study highlights that cardiorespiratory fitness is generally strong, but strength and body composition are areas needing improvement. This gap is particularly evident as 37 percent of participants reported no strength training, despite its clear benefits for improving healthspan scores.

The study also uncovers interesting patterns across different age groups and genders. Younger participants are more engaged in longevity thinking, while older participants show a greater need for strength and stability training. The data suggests that consistent training, rather than age, is crucial for maintaining healthspan. Additionally, the study identifies different health gaps between men and women, with women needing more strength work and men requiring improvements in body composition. Catalyst Performance emphasizes the importance of addressing these gaps to enhance healthy aging and offers a free Healthspan Audit to help individuals assess their health across four key pillars. For more detailed findings and to access the Healthspan Audit, visit Catalyst Performance's website.