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A growing global gap between years lived and years healthy

Living Longer ≠ Living Better 😕 Here’s What To Do

August 19, 20251 min read

We’re living longer than ever—but are we truly thriving?

A recent global study found that while life expectancy has increased, health-adjusted life expectancy hasn’t kept pace. What does that mean?

Over the past 20 years, the gap between living long and living well has widened by 13%.

📊 Translation: Many people now spend up to a decade in poor health at the end of life.

The real goal? Not just more years—but better ones.

That’s where a holistic approach comes in. Your daily habits—how you move, eat, sleep, and manage stress—directly influence your quality of life now and your well-being decades from now.

Here’s one simple place to start: 👉 Focus on function, not just fitness.

Incorporate movement that supports strength, balance, and energy: walking, resistance training, stretching, or mobility work. Fuel your body with whole foods, prioritize rest, and make time to recharge. These aren’t just wellness buzzwords—they’re the foundation of long-term vitality.

Your body isn’t something to push to the limit. It’s your lifelong home—treat it that way.

Want support creating routines that help you feel better now and stay well later?

We can help! Click below to book a free discovery call 👇

Click HERE now!

In health,

Coach Melody Rouse- Owner, PN-1 and HSN Nutrition Coach🥳🌈🏋️‍♂️🍎

Breakaway Fitness & Performance LLC

coachmelody@bfpnc.com

www.bfpnc.com

Helping You Be As Awesome As Possible!

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