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Flow Research Collective Radio

Flow Research Collective Radio

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Flow Research Collective Radio is a podcast dedicated to helping you unlock the upper edge of your potential. Join New York Times bestselling author Steven Kotler and Co-Founder of the Flow Research Collective, Rian Doris as they attempt to decode the science of peak performance and flow with world ...more
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The Secrets of Social & Creative Aging
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Oct 2 2023 34m
Social Interaction for Longevity Importance
Chapter 1 1 min
Intro
Chapter 2 2 mins
The Inspiration for Writing Gnar Country
Chapter 3 2 mins
Difference of Peak Performance in your 30s and 50s
Chapter 4 2 mins
Challenging Activities for Lifelong Peak Performance
Chapter 5 4 mins
The Power of Socialization
Chapter 6 7 mins
Peak Performance for Introverts
Chapter 7 5 mins
Tech's Impact on Social Interaction & Aging
Chapter 8 8 mins
The Wisdom of Textbooks and Novels
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Action Sports for a Better Aging Experience
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Sep 25 2023 1h 16m
Exploring Peak Performance and Aging
Chapter 1 3 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 7 mins
The Motivation Behind Gnar Country
Chapter 3 6 mins
The Framework of Adult Development
Chapter 4 5 mins
Decoding Flow from Theory to Practice
Chapter 5 9 mins
The Historical Context of Flow
Chapter 6 6 mins
Altered States, Altered Traits
Chapter 7 16 mins
Unlocking Wisdom and Creativity in Aging
Chapter 8 3 mins
Action Sports and Aging
Chapter 9 17 mins
Diverse Paths to Lifelong Flow
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The Blueprint to 500% More Productivity
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Sep 18 2023 1h 10m
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 4 mins
Putting the theory to test
Chapter 3 2 mins
Key to 500% More Productivity
Chapter 4 4 mins
These show up when in Flow
Chapter 5 12 mins
The 4 State Cycle of Flow
Chapter 6 8 mins
Why we need to avoid too much grit
Chapter 7 6 mins
Optimizing Work & Exercise for Maximum Productivity
Chapter 8 7 mins
Embracing Micro Flow and Navigating Self-Expectation
Chapter 9 5 mins
Importance of Sleep and Active Recovery
Chapter 10 15 mins
Steven's views about Nootropics
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Finding Flow Through Passion & Purpose
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Sep 11 2023 1h 29m
The Power of Flow
Chapter 1 3 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 5 mins
Flow and Meditative State
Chapter 3 1 min
Defining Flow State
Chapter 4 8 mins
Effective Ways of Triggering Flow
Chapter 5 8 mins
Achieve Flow Through Passion and Purpose
Chapter 6 6 mins
Passion and Purpose Misconceptions
Chapter 7 3 mins
When Work Turns to Play
Chapter 8 3 mins
Grit is a Recipe For Burnout
Chapter 9 3 mins
Flow Starts With Struggle
Chapter 10 7 mins
Managing Self-Expectations
Chapter 11 5 mins
Microflow vs. Macro Flow
Chapter 12 2 mins
Four Stages of Flow
Chapter 13 8 mins
Helpful Tips to Get Into Flow
Chapter 14 7 mins
Positive Psychology Basics
Chapter 15 3 mins
Group Flow Possibilities
Chapter 16 10 mins
How Macro Flow Happens
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Retaining Physical Abilities Late in Life
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Aug 28 2023 1h 7m
Action Sports and Peak Performance Aging
Chapter 1 6 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 13 mins
Punk Rock Approach to Aging
Chapter 3 23 mins
Reject the Premise of Decline in Aging
Chapter 4 9 mins
The Willingness to Humble One's Self
Chapter 5 14 mins
Exploring The Possibility of Human Potential
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Achieve Extraordinary Things with Flow
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Aug 21 2023 1h 11m
Commonalities in Neuroscience for Peak Performance
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 5 mins
Curiosity that led to Gnar Country
Chapter 3 6 mins
Understanding Flow Triggers and Optimal States
Chapter 4 7 mins
The Neurobiology of Peak Performance
Chapter 5 5 mins
The 3 Levels of Happiness
Chapter 6 7 mins
The Benefits of Play for Our Overall Well-Being
Chapter 7 4 mins
Aging with a Positive Mindset
Chapter 8 10 mins
The Best Protections Against Cognitive Decline
Chapter 9 2 mins
Retirement Doesn't Have to Be the Death of Your Brain
Chapter 10 3 mins
Why You Need a Mission in Life
Chapter 11 8 mins
How to Train Your Brain for Flow
Chapter 12 7 mins
How to Enter Flow and Avoid the Pitfalls
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How To Age With Fulfillment
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Aug 14 2023 1h 9m
Teaching Peak Performance and Flow States
Chapter 1 4 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 3 mins
Core Idea Behind Gnar Country
Chapter 3 7 mins
Rewriting the Rules of Aging
Chapter 4 8 mins
Growing Up and Learning Through Flow
Chapter 5 11 mins
The Impact of Risk Aversion, Fear, and Stress on the Brain
Chapter 6 4 mins
The Key to Exceptional Results through Motivation
Chapter 7 11 mins
Triggers and Applications for Peak Performance
Chapter 8 7 mins
A Trainable Path to Peak Performance and Fulfillment
Chapter 9 9 mins
Leveraging Motivation and Flow for Continuous Progress
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The Art & Science Of Staying In Flow
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Aug 7 2023 1h 5m
Trainable Flow
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 3 mins
The Engine That Drives Us
Chapter 3 6 mins
What Comes Online Beyond 40's?
Chapter 4 14 mins
Flow is Trainable
Chapter 5 6 mins
The Key to Maximum Learning and Retention
Chapter 6 4 mins
Balancing Effortlessness and Energetic Focus
Chapter 7 7 mins
Active Recovery Techniques for Peak Performance
Chapter 8 8 mins
The Surprising Mind-Body Connection
Chapter 9 11 mins
The Secrets to Thrive in the Second Half of Life
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How to Find Purpose in Aging
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Jul 31 2023 57m
Inspiration and Pursuit of Peak Performance
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 6 mins
All About Gnar Country
Chapter 3 6 mins
Encountered Surprises
Chapter 4 7 mins
Peak Performer Motivators
Chapter 5 6 mins
Finding Purpose
Chapter 6 4 mins
Benefits of Leg Strength
Chapter 7 3 mins
Use it or Lose it
Chapter 8 4 mins
Eye-Opening Moments
Chapter 9 6 mins
Setting the Rules
Chapter 10 7 mins
The Most Fun Experience
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Redefine Aging with Peak Performance
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Jul 24 2023 1h 8m
Chapter 1 3 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 2 mins
Setting Priorities
Chapter 3 3 mins
Marriage Agreements
Chapter 4 10 mins
The Brand of Madness for Gnar Country
Chapter 5 9 mins
Park Skiing Tricks and Mechanisms
Chapter 6 4 mins
Flow State Triggers
Chapter 7 13 mins
Role of Weed Edibles in Action Sports
Chapter 8 4 mins
A Derailing Moment
Chapter 9 1 min
Fear vs Self-Expectation
Chapter 10 5 mins
The Battle with Lyme Disease
Chapter 11 10 mins
Favorite Skiing Scene
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Defying the Stereotypes of Aging
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Jul 17 2023 57m
Peak Performance Aging and Defining It
Chapter 1 11 sec
Intro
Chapter 2 4 mins
Gnar Country
Chapter 3 4 mins
Views on Modern Science and Medicine
Chapter 4 6 mins
Defining Peak Performance Aging
Chapter 5 3 mins
Power of Language Priming
Chapter 6 5 mins
Thoughts on Retirement
Chapter 7 5 mins
Aging as Social Construct
Chapter 8 7 mins
The Role of Having a Quest
Chapter 9 3 mins
Stacking Motivators
Chapter 10 5 mins
Peak Performance Aging Habits
Chapter 11 9 mins
Gender Variation
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How Does Lifelong Learning Boost Performance?
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Jul 10 2023 1h 12m
The Importance of Expertise and Wisdom
Chapter 1 3 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 2 mins
Flow Explained
Chapter 3 4 mins
The Old Dog
Chapter 4 5 mins
Gnar Motivation and Challenges
Chapter 5 3 mins
Running Out of Progress and Time
Chapter 6 4 mins
Aging Cognitive Superpowers
Chapter 7 4 mins
Other People's Opinions
Chapter 8 3 mins
High Performer's Support Mechanism
Chapter 9 3 mins
Progression
Chapter 10 5 mins
Expectation Vs. Standard
Chapter 11 3 mins
Overcoming Hurdles
Chapter 12 2 mins
Skills Are Transferable
Chapter 13 8 mins
Peak Performance Aging Formula
Chapter 14 1 min
Peak Performance Aging Defined
Chapter 15 5 mins
Flow in Business
Chapter 16 9 mins
Quick Hits
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Optimizing Efficiency Through Flow
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Jul 3 2023 57m
Unlocking Apex Performance
Chapter 1 3 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 6 mins
Nick's Career Path
Chapter 3 2 mins
Life's Philosophy
Chapter 4 2 mins
The Detail Behind Organization Efficiency
Chapter 5 3 mins
Relationship Between Work and Flow
Chapter 6 5 mins
Communicate, Plan and Resource
Chapter 7 3 mins
Heavy Cost of Tool Adoption
Chapter 8 3 mins
Efficiency in Work
Chapter 9 4 mins
Prioritizing Tasks and Optimizing Work
Chapter 10 4 mins
The Importance of Having an Agenda
Chapter 11 2 mins
Optimizing Time with Flow
Chapter 12 4 mins
Working Around Blind Spots
Chapter 13 10 mins
The Optimized Podcast
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Riding the Entrepreneurial Flow
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Jun 26 2023 1h 21m
Discovering the Magic of Flow
Chapter 1 43 sec
Intro
Chapter 2 7 mins
Start of the Entrepreneurial Journey
Chapter 3 6 mins
From Development to Tech Startup
Chapter 4 4 mins
Flow Experiences on the Mountains
Chapter 5 4 mins
Starting Another Company and Diving Deeper into Flow
Chapter 6 10 mins
Research on Founders and Flow
Chapter 7 17 mins
Flow from an Entrepreneurial Context
Chapter 8 6 mins
Cultural Diversity Fueling Team Flow
Chapter 9 4 mins
Balancing Flow and Performance
Chapter 10 10 mins
Constraints as Drivers for Flow
Chapter 11 7 mins
Bridging the Gap From Academia to Action
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Breaking Through Blocks To Unleash Creative Flow
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Jun 19 2023 1h 1m
Flow Triggers and Complexity
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 2 mins
The Path to Peak Performance and Unparalleled Focus
Chapter 3 3 mins
The True Nature of ADHD and Flow State
Chapter 4 5 mins
Overcoming Blocks and Achieving Creative Flow
Chapter 5 9 mins
Using Flow Triggers for Optimal Writing Performance
Chapter 6 2 mins
The Importance of Supporting Evidence and Believability
Chapter 7 4 mins
Harnessing Ecstasis for Creative Problem Solving
Chapter 8 2 mins
Accessible Tools for Altered States
Chapter 9 3 mins
Switching Between Creator and Manager Modes
Chapter 10 3 mins
Finding Your Optimal Work Schedule
Chapter 11 5 mins
The Boss Mindset
Chapter 12 3 mins
The Aggressive Approach to Productive Writing
Chapter 13 5 mins
Navigating the Potential of Consciousness Hacking
Chapter 14 7 mins
Flow for Writers
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Defying Aging Myths Through Sports
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Jun 12 2023 42m
Surfing and the Mind-Body Connection
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 4 mins
What is Gnar Country?
Chapter 3 3 mins
Balance, Flexibility and Agility Exercises
Chapter 4 1 min
The Difference Between Balance and Agility
Chapter 5 5 mins
Importance of Leg Strength
Chapter 6 14 mins
Rating Sports Effectiveness
Chapter 7 10 mins
Steven's Recovery from Lyme Disease
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Riding the Wave: How to Sustain Flow
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Jun 5 2023 1h 6m
The Universal Presence of Flow
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 2 mins
What is Flow?
Chapter 3 5 mins
Supplements as Blockers to Flow
Chapter 4 8 mins
Steven's Journey into Flow
Chapter 5 3 mins
Testosterone as a Booster to Flow
Chapter 6 5 mins
Finding Flow in Uninspiring Work
Chapter 7 3 mins
Triggering Creativity with Preoccupation
Chapter 8 3 mins
Pre-writing Rituals to get into Flow
Chapter 9 5 mins
How Unconventional People Achieve Expertise
Chapter 10 2 mins
From Mindset to Neurobiology: Unlocking Potential
Chapter 11 4 mins
Steven's Experience in Flying a MIG 17
Chapter 12 7 mins
Hacking Flow: Achieving Peak Performance
Chapter 13 10 mins
Breaking Boundaries: Defying Limitations
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Strategies for Lifelong Growth and Fulfillment
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May 29 2023 58m
Peak Performance and Aging
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 6 mins
When Steven Began His Peak Performance Journey
Chapter 3 5 mins
Exploring Flow Triggers, Proneness, and Neurobiology
Chapter 4 13 mins
Multiple Paths to Flow and Creativity
Chapter 5 4 mins
Flow is Universal
Chapter 6 6 mins
Understanding the Spectrum of Optimal Experiences
Chapter 7 19 mins
Debunking the Cognitive Decline Myth
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The Flow Approach to Longevity
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May 22 2023 1h 4m
Peak Performance and Early Childhood Development
Chapter 1 5 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 46 sec
Advancing Art, Science, and Animal Welfare
Chapter 3 4 mins
The Inspiration for Flow
Chapter 4 5 mins
Harnessing Flow for Success
Chapter 5 3 mins
Cracking the Code of Flow
Chapter 6 4 mins
The Four Stages of Flow
Chapter 7 2 mins
Overlooking The Importance of Recovery
Chapter 8 2 mins
Flow as a Sign of Mastery
Chapter 9 2 mins
Unpacking the Habits of High Performers
Chapter 10 3 mins
Cognitive Direction
Chapter 11 1 min
Recreating the Impossible
Chapter 12 2 mins
Physical and Cognitive Factors in Peak Performance
Chapter 13 6 mins
Gnar Country and What It's All About
Chapter 14 2 mins
Creativity and Pattern Recognition
Chapter 15 2 mins
Embodied Learning: Flow State Skiing
Chapter 16 7 mins
Mindset Matters
Chapter 17 1 min
Challenge Skills Balance: Key to Flow
Chapter 18 6 mins
Flow Coaching Program
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Thriving In The Second Half Of Life
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May 15 2023 1h 13m
Power of Flow for Adult Success
Chapter 1 3 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 2 mins
The Inspiration to Study Peak Performance
Chapter 3 10 mins
Preserving Your Use It or Lose It Skills
Chapter 4 8 mins
Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks
Chapter 5 6 mins
Getting Over Internal Traumas
Chapter 6 7 mins
Biology Of The Brain
Chapter 7 3 mins
The Three Types of Thinking
Chapter 8 4 mins
Interview Questions for People in their Fifties
Chapter 9 1 min
Importance of Leg Strength
Chapter 10 5 mins
Embracing Authentic Learning
Chapter 11 2 mins
Skillset Difference Between The Young And Old
Chapter 12 6 mins
Illustrating Flow through Hospice Work
Chapter 13 1 min
How to get into Flow
Chapter 14 9 mins
Steven's Secret to Profiting in Life
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Flow and Aging: How to Thrive in Your Later Years
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May 8 2023 56m
Stephen Kotler's Books and Writing Process
Chapter 1 8 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 3 mins
What GNAR Country is All About
Chapter 3 3 mins
Match Fit, Forgiveness, and Self-Forgiveness
Chapter 4 2 mins
The Old Idea Of Aging
Chapter 5 2 mins
Self-Forgiveness of Others
Chapter 6 3 mins
Incremental Improvements
Chapter 7 4 mins
The Deliberate Play Approach
Chapter 8 3 mins
How Stradivarius Inspired Steven To Write a Book
Chapter 9 4 mins
Conversations With The Godfather Of Flow
Chapter 10 12 mins
The Role of Flow as a Comedian
Chapter 11 7 mins
Steven's Philosophy on Nutrition
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Wired for Peak Performance: The Biology Factor
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May 1 2023 58m
Flow and Altered States Similarities
Chapter 1 1 min
Intro
Chapter 2 1 min
The Habit of Inferiority
Chapter 3 3 mins
The First High Performance Philosopher
Chapter 4 5 mins
How Nietzsche Defined "superman"
Chapter 5 4 mins
The Art of Impossible
Chapter 6 12 mins
Personality Scale vs. Biology Scale
Chapter 7 10 mins
High Hard Goal
Chapter 8 5 mins
Writing Tips for Beginners
Chapter 9 8 mins
Formative Years of Steven Kotler
Chapter 10 5 mins
Avoid Calcification of Imagination
Chapter 11 4 mins
Disaggreing to Agree
Chapter 12 4 mins
Craziest Performances Seen
Chapter 13
Creativity Hacks
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Microdosing For Personal Growth
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Apr 24 2023 58m
Creative Decision Making
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 6 mins
The Origin of Third Wave
Chapter 3 7 mins
Vision and Goals of Third Wave
Chapter 4 5 mins
The Benefits Of Microdosing
Chapter 5 3 mins
Why People Try Microdosing
Chapter 6 8 mins
How Microdosing Enables Flow
Chapter 7 5 mins
Building Connection Through Microdosing
Chapter 8 3 mins
Psychedelics Trigger Group Flow
Chapter 9 6 mins
Integrating Microdosing In The Corporate World
Chapter 10 7 mins
Psychedelic Coach Certification Program
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The Flow Path to Entrepreneurial Success
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Apr 17 2023 1h 8m
Rid Clutter, Achieve Goals
Chapter 1 2 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 4 mins
Teddy and David's Backstory
Chapter 3 4 mins
The Role of Flow in David and Teddy's Lives
Chapter 4 5 mins
Finding Purpose Amidst Turmoil
Chapter 5 3 mins
Systematizing High-Functioning Teams
Chapter 6 5 mins
Dynamic Capabilities
Chapter 7 6 mins
Coaching Leaders In The VUCA Era
Chapter 8 4 mins
Fostering An Entrepreneurial Culture
Chapter 9 7 mins
Creating a Culture that Allows Mistakes
Chapter 10 3 mins
Being Intentional In Cultivating Culture
Chapter 11 3 mins
Technology's Role in Organizational Agility
Chapter 12 2 mins
Unlocking Leadership Potential
Chapter 13 4 mins
Hiring Approach to Get the Best
Chapter 14 8 mins
Upcoming Projects Of David & Teddy
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Mastering Peak Performance: Tips for Aging Gracefully
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Apr 10 2023 1h 6m
Use It or Lose It
Chapter 1 4 mins
Intro
Chapter 2 6 mins
Sustaining Peak Performance
Chapter 3 7 mins
Steven's Journey in Meditation
Chapter 4 6 mins
Flow and Aging: Exploring the Connection
Chapter 5 13 mins
Overcoming Fear for Optimal Performance
Chapter 6 8 mins
Overcoming Childhood Trauma for Peak Performance
Chapter 7 2 mins
Achieving Peak Performance in Aging
Chapter 8 6 mins
Importance of Leg Strength for Aging and Longevity
Chapter 9 10 mins
Tips for Achieving Peak Performance and Healthy Aging
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