WHAT IS YOUR LIFESTYLE AGE?

Are you older than your chronological age?

Chronological Age: Expectations regarding chronological age are evolving. As I reflect on my own family experiences growing up in the 70's & 80's, my current age of 54 might have meant engaging in activities like playing bowls, coaching from the sidelines, listening to AM talk radio, wearing a knitted cardigan, taking daily blood thinners, and driving a Nissan Bluebird.

Despite advancements in technology, Western health data indicates premature cellular aging. Personally, I oppose using chronological age as the basis for health and activity guidelines. I have encountered many septuagenarians who are far more active and healthy than some 25-year-olds. I believe that wellness, activity considerations, and cognitive challenges should be based more on lifestyle age rather than just calendar age.

While there are advanced and comprehensive testing protocols that provide better guidelines for age assessment, I have outlined a simple 16-factor evaluation below. Please note that this assessment is more appropriate for individuals aged 40 and older, and it should be understood that the assessment is uncontrolled and offers several contingencies.

Although this private & confidential assessment can encourage gamification by motivating you to improve your score or perceived age through lifestyle changes, it should not be considered a competitive advantage over others. Gentlemen, please keep this in mind.

⚖️ NOTE: BMI (Body Mass Index) is not a perfect measure of weight and health because it does not take into account factors such as muscle mass, bone density, or body fat distribution. As a result, it can be inaccurate for certain groups, including athletes and individuals from various ethnic backgrounds. BMI primarily focuses on the ratio of weight to height, which means it does not provide a complete picture of overall health.

🥗 Nourishing Guidelines

5 = Clean cuts of protein, organic dairy, plenty of fresh veggies, some whole fruit, nuts & seeds, and loads of water.

1= Daily ultra-processed food, loads of refined sugar, repeated food with altered or created taste, smell & colour.

😴 Sleeping Guidelines

5 = I fall asleep within five minutes and usually sleep soundly until my regular waking time, feeling refreshed and ready to start the day.

1 = I find it difficult to fall asleep, sleep restlessly for an hour or two, wake around 1 PM, and struggle to return to settled sleep, waking poorly rested.

🧠 Mental Assessing

5 = Challenges are viewed as manageable and straightforward, with a clear process for resolution.

1 = Despite your best efforts, you experience daily compression of your mind, emotions, and body.