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Built to Move, Born to Heal: Notes on Midlife Fitness

Howard Luks MD, Stephen Portee
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A physician /longevity author's take on midlife health, movement, and resilience. I write about fitness, longevity, mindset, and the quiet cost of stillness. Sometimes, it is orthopedic and always focused on living stronger—on purpose.

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