The Aging Project

Today’s episode is about something powerful — and often misunderstood. Your genetics. Not as a prediction of your future… But as the playing field you’re working in. Because the truth is this: Many of us spend years guessing when it comes to our health.  Trying different diets. Different supplements. Different routines. Hoping something works. Something helps.  But what if you could understand how your body is wired from the start? Today we’re joined by Dr Sam Shay — a functional medicine expert, speaker, and self-described “friendly lab nerd.” His work is deeply personal. After struggling for years with chronic fatigue, insomnia, digestive issues, sugar addiction and anxiety that began in childhood, Sam turned his own healing journey into a lifelong mission. Today, with more than 25 years of experience in nutrition science, mind-body medicine and genetic analysis, he helps people build health strategies based on something far more powerful than guesswork: their unique biology. Dr Sam is also the lead trainer for Fitgenes based the United States, helping practitioners around the world understand how to translate DNA insights into real-life health strategies. For many Australians genetics is still a new idea. But as you’ll hear today, understanding your DNA doesn’t limit you. It does something much more useful. It helps you understand: • your genetic boundaries • your genetic strengths • and the playing field your body is working within So you can stop chasing every new health trend… …and start focusing on the things that actually matter for you. And your body.  This conversation will help you see genetics differently. Not as destiny. But as information you can use to make better choices for your body, your energy, and your future health. Let’s dive in. 👉 Join our FREE DNA webinar to learn more about The Fitgenes Program—register now to begin your DNA Discovery. https://theagingproject.com/fitgenes-webinar/  or Join The Program here: https://theagingproject.com/offer/ 👉 Shop our favourite skincare and supplement at our sister platform: www.youmusttryit.com 

Dr. Ross Walker, a preventative cardiologist and author who focuses on heart health and longevity. He breaks down what blood pressure really measures and why it climbs after 40. Short, practical talks cover the Heart Dashboard metrics, lifestyle drivers like stress, sleep and belly fat, and simple steps and supplements that help keep numbers in check.

Jim Bostock, a physiotherapist and osteopath who created the Nerve Locks method, explains why pain can persist when scans look normal. He discusses how the nervous system 'locks' the body to protect itself, why hips, glutes and lower back pain flare in midlife, and how a needle-based reset plus gentle rehab can restore movement and confidence.

On Sunday 8 March, we’re coming together for a FREE live webinar event— and we'd love you to join us. Our last live event had over 4,000 women and we can’t wait to do it again. To register visit: https://theagingproject.com/free-webinar-event/  Got a question? Email us at hello@theagingproject.com.au 

Today we’re joined by Nicola Laye — Australia’s leading breathwork teacher for women. This isn’t a long episode. It’s an invitation. Take five minutes with us… and just breathe. Breathwork is something our clinical nutritionist prescribes to every client — not as a “nice extra,” but because it matters. Your breathing patterns influence your nervous system, your stress response, and even markers like blood pressure. In a world where we live constantly switched on, overstimulated and cortisol-driven, learning to breathe well becomes a daily health habit — not a luxury. If you’d like to go deeper, join The 120 Club and you’ll receive free access to this Sunday’s 75-minute Introduction to Breathwork session with Nicola. As Nicola often says: “How you breathe is how you live.” Links to join are below. https://theagingproject.com/the120club/       

Marianne Williamson, spiritual author and lecturer known for A Course in Miracles and bestselling spiritual books, reflects on midlife as an awakening. She reframes menopause as a second puberty. Short sentences explore purpose as present action. Kindness, prayer, and reclaiming elderhood are highlighted. A call to slow down, listen inward, and embrace this chapter with wisdom.

So much of what changes after 40 can’t be felt — it’s invisible says todays guest Dr Vonda Wright. Bones quietly thin. The heart and blood vessels shift. Blood glucose and insulin creep up. And before we know it, we can drift toward osteoporosis, heart disease, and diabetes without realising… unless we track what matters. In this episode, Dr Vonda Wright  breaks down the key “dashboard numbers” for us, including VO₂ max and the frailty line, resting heart rate the sit-to-rise test for strength and balance, and why DEXA scans matter for muscle and bone. Today's episode is practical, empowering, and designed to help you catch the drift early — and steer back on track. 👉 Join our FREE DNA webinar to learn more about The Fitgenes Program—register now to begin your DNA Discovery. https://theagingproject.com/fitgenes-webinar/  or Join The Program here: https://theagingproject.com/offer/ 👉 Shop our favourite skincare and supplement at our sister platform: www.youmusttryit.com  👉 Follow The Aging Project on instagram and You Tube   

The Aging Project (TAP) Mini Meditations are designed to feed the mind and calm the nervous system. Most of our guests have spoken about taking moments to stop and pause in the day. It's our hope you'll take 5 minutes to stop and breathe upon waking, and throughout the day, using our mini meditations to support you relax, and clear the mind. Please write a review, comment or email us at hello@theagingproject.com.au if you'd like to see more (or less) of these in the future. 👉 Join our FREE DNA webinar to learn more about The Fitgenes Program—register now to begin your DNA Discovery. https://theagingproject.com/fitgenes-webinar/   Join The Fitgenes Program here: https://theagingproject.com/offer/ 👉 Shop our favourite skincare and supplements at our sister platform: www.youmusttryit.com 

Tracey Whitton, known as the 'vagus nerve whisperer,' delves into the often-overlooked importance of nervous system care. With over 22 years of experience, she shares how modern stressors, particularly during perimenopause, can lead to dysregulation. Tracy explains the roles of sympathetic and parasympathetic states, practical tools for immediate calming, and the significance of daily rituals to build resilience. Her insights empower women to recognize the foundations of emotional and physical health essential for aging well.

We’re popping in with something a little different (and something we’re very excited about): a behind-the-scenes look at The Fitgenes Program. Today we're diving into The Dietary Choice Report, one of the 6 reports found inside The Fitgenes Program.  Ever wondered why some people can stop at one biscuit… while others eat the whole packet? The answer might be in your DNA. This episode looks at how our genes influence appetite, taste, and cravings, and what that means for long-term health and weight management. 🧬 The Dietary Choice Report, included in The Fitgenes Program, studies six key areas of how our bodies respond to food: How easily we feel full (Satiety) How strongly we taste bitter foods How much we love sweetness How we respond to sugar How sensitive we are to fat taste How our bodies process fat Each area is linked to a few key genes that tell a story about how we eat and store energy. 💡 💬 The Big Idea Once you know your genetic blueprint, you can personalise your choices… and finally make food work for you, not against you. So, get ready to go behind the scenes and learn about The Dietary Choice Report found inside The Fitgenes program and meet the experts including Darren Schliebs the CEO of Fitgenes and our favourite Clinical Nutritionist Lynsey Koch. Enjoy the 5th episode of The Fitgenes Podcast Series. 👉 Join our FREE DNA webinar to learn more about The Fitgenes Program—register now to begin your DNA Discovery. https://theagingproject.com/fitgenes-webinar/  or Join The Program here: https://theagingproject.com/offer/ 👉 Shop our favourite skincare and supplement at our sister platform: www.youmusttryit.com