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Huberman Lab #235 · March 17, 2025 · 2h 10m
How to Increase Your Speed, Mobility & Longevity with Plyometrics & Sprinting
Sprint coach Stuart McMillan on why sprinting and plyometrics aren't just for athletes — they're essential for longevity. The ability to produce force quickly (power) declines faster than strength with aging and is the best predictor of fall prevention and functional independence.
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Power (force × speed) declines faster than strength — and predicts longevity better
McMillan: after age 30, you lose power (explosive ability) at 3x the rate you lose strength. Since falls are the #1 cause of injury death in older adults, maintaining power through plyometrics and sprinting is a longevity strategy.Was this useful?