A group of experts sat together and outlined potential biomarkers of aging. They reached a consensus (≥70% agreement) on 14 of them: 1. IGF-1 2. Growth differentiating factor 15 3. hsCRP 4. IL-6 5. Muscle mass 6. Muscle strength 7. Handgrip strength 8. Timed-Up-and-Go test 9. Gait speed 10. Standing balance test 11. Frailty index 12. Cognitive health (Montreal Cognitive Assessment) 13. Blood pressure 14. DNA methylation/Epigenetic clocks They didn't claim this is a definitive list Video on ranking biomarkers: Paper:

How to maximize your genetical potential for longevity: 1. Don't smoke or vape 2. Maintain a body fat % of 8-12% for men and 20-30% for women 3. Exercise 4-5x a week both weights and cardio 4. Eat in a way that keeps your bloodwork clean and body weight lean, but minimizes ultra-processed food 5. Limit alcohol (<2 drinks/week) 6. Sleep 7-8 hours 7. Avoid extremes in diet, exercise, supplements, interventions 8. Find a partner who shares your values and is willing to live long with you 9. Have a purpose to live 10. Test vital biomarkers annually to track your health status You don't really know how good your genes are. Hence, lifestyle matters

Going from 2,000 steps/day to 8,700 reduces all-cause mortality risk by 60%! - 2000 steps = 20 min of walking (basically only walking in your house and to the car) - 8,700 steps = 1 hour 20 min (adding a longer walk) Easiest 60% risk reduction of your life