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3 days ago
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Women May Be More At Risk For These Injuries With Age—Here's How To Protect Yourself
THE SECOND EPISODE of The Future You features an empowering conversation around how to future-proof your joints, ligaments, and muscles so they can serve you for the long-haul. Host and editorial director Rich Dorment poses the questions: 'How can I feel better in this body, how can I make it perform better, and how can I make it last so that I can be doing what I want when I'm 40, 60, 80?' To answer this, Rich gets the perspectives of Gus Kenworthy, a professional skier and Olympic silver medalist who 'has subjected his body to all manner of trials and traumas,' and Ali Krieger, who endured broken bones and torn ACLs and MCLs on her groundbreaking journey to two World Cup titles with the U.S. Women's National Team—and an NWSL Championship win with Gotham FC in 2023, the year she retired from pro soccer. And to help make sense of everything that happens to the body when we get injured—and simply as we age—is Michael J. Alaia, MD, sports medicine surgeon and professor of orthopedic surgery at NYU Langone Health. Here's a look at some of the themes covered in the episode: How men's and women's bodies change as they get older For women, risk of osteoporosis increases after menopause due to hormonal changes, Dr. Alaia says. Women also have more of a risk for ACL tears and stress fractures compared to men, he says, for a variety of reasons. The importance of cross-training This helps to avoid constantly stressing the same joints and the same muscles. Ali discusses her experience with Pilates and yoga which she calls 'hidden fitness within stretching and activating.' How to evolve your training routine as you age '50 is like the new 30,' Dr. Alaia says, adding that people are increasingly more active with age. With this comes the necessity to modify your fitness routine, including pulling back on reps, sets, and weight, in order to stay active for many more years to come. What's really happening when your joints click …and whether you should be worried about it (spoiler: it could be air pockets and unless there's pain, you probably don't need to stress!) Learning to listen to your body and understanding we're not invincible 'If you feel as though something's going to happen, slow it down,' Dr. Alaia says, and this sentiment is echoed by both Ali and Gus. The next frontier of regeneration: biologics Dr. Alaia talks about this exciting category which includes Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and stem cells. The regen practices that folks in their 40s, 50s, and 60s should be doing …including focusing on more sleep (and establishing a solid routine) and considering ice baths, sauna treatments, contrast therapy. How nutrition impacts injury prevention and recovery Dr. Alaia suggests a focus on anti-inflammatory foods and considering quality as well as quantity. And Ali discusses how she adjusts her diet during different phases of her menstrual cycle, including when she's more likely to opt for steak. Ultimately, the conversation ends on a high note with both Ali and Gus talking about all the fitness pursuits still on their bucket lists. For Ali, that includes a half or full marathon and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. For Gus, it's more broad: 'Even when I'm done skiing, I still want to do things to push myself and push my body,' he says, pointing to a 600-mile charity bike ride he did last year from San Francisco to LA. At the end of the day, both athletes are looking forward to many more years of healthspan and musclespan, something we can all aspire to as well, regardless of age. You Might Also Like Jennifer Garner Swears By This Retinol Eye Cream These New Kicks Will Help You Smash Your Cross-Training Goals
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11-08-2025
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He Faced Cancer Three Times Before 50. His Advice Could Save Your Life.
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE LATEST EPISODE of The Future You features a refreshingly candid conversation about a disease that affects every human being—or someone they know—at some point in their lives: cancer. While a sobering topic, the discussion is at once stoic and hopeful—and provides plenty of actionable takeaways for people living with or without the disease. Host and editorial director Rich Dorment gets the perspective of a medical oncologist—Elizabeth Comen, MD, co-director of the Mignone Women's Health Collective at NYU Langone and author of All in Her Head—as well as two patients who have lived through the experience. Colin Egglesfield is an actor who was diagnosed with testicular cancer at 32 years old. Suleika Jaouad is the best-selling author of The Book of Alchemy and Between Two Kingdoms, who was diagnosed with leukemia at 22. Both Sulekia and Colin were diagnosed at a young age, which is unfortunately becoming more common, per Dr. Comen, who says rates of breast and colon cancer are particularly on the rise. Her tip for listeners: Think about what you can do to reduce your risk—limiting alcohol, eating a well-balanced diet, exercising, not smoking—not the things out of your control. And don't be afraid to go to the doctor if something feels off—but also when everything feels right. People should be talking to their doctors about their personal risk for cancer based on their family history, which may warrant additional or earlier screening. Here's a look at some of the themes covered in the episode: Pay attention to early warning signs Colin was six months into a three-year contract for the show All My Children when he noticed his left testicle had swollen. At first, he wrote it off, but ultimately went to see a urologist for a blood test and PET scan. Three days later, he was having surgery for advanced stage testicular cancer. Men may be more likely than women to delay getting a diagnosis—don't be one of them! Be open about what you're going through Colin told his immediate family and a couple close friends, but didn't share the news more broadly or with his colleagues out of fear of losing what he'd worked so hard to achieve. He also says he didn't want that "stigma," and was afraid of what people would say. However, there shouldn't be shame around talking about sexual health issues—for men or women. Face fears head-on Colin thought he beat the cancer, but just a year later, a tumor on his other testicle was discovered—and the fear was more intense this time. In particular, he worried about being able to get an erection or to have sex again. Luckily, hormone replacement therapy helped him in both areas. 'The first time I got my first erection after surgery I was like 'thank god, first hurdle crossed,' he says. Monitor and stay ahead of disease Fast-forward to just one and a half years ago, at 50 years old, cancerous cells were detected in one side of Colin's prostate. Now, many men will get diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lives, Dorment points out. But Colin was told there was a five-year window until the doctors predicted the cancer would metastasize if he didn't get surgery. He had to push aside fears, including of incontinence, to do what he felt was right for himself and for his family. Six months post-op, he has a message for other men facing this same difficult decision: 'Any guy out there worried about having this surgery, I'm glad I had it. I feel relieved and now I don't have to worry about this, and incontinence isn't an issue,' he says. Today, he says things are moving in a positive direction, and he's looking forward to doing more movies and being an advocate for other men facing similar situations. A sexual health education gap Also in this episode, Suleika talks about advocating for herself, learning to live with uncertainty, and shifting from survival mode to quality of life. The sexual health education gap is also discussed. Specifically, Dr. Comen talks about the fact that Colin received sexual health counseling ahead of his surgeries—something that's still much less likely to happen for women. Historically, when a man is diagnosed with prostate cancer, doctors will talk to him about erectile dysfunction before his surgery, but most academic centers do not have dedicated sexual health specialists for women, Dr. Comen says. 'We're two times more likely to ask men about sexual side effects from targeted cancer therapy than we are to ask women.' Fortunately, support for women's sexual health during cancer treatments is changing, Dr. Comen says. And ultimately, the episode ends on a hopeful note that positive change more broadly is also on the horizon, something the doctors at NYU Langone are on the forefront of. 'What we've wanted for so long is really personalized care and we're actually moving towards that,' she says. 'I'm really thrilled about the progress we're making in that space.' You Might Also Like The Best Hair Growth Shampoos for Men to Buy Now 25 Vegetables That Are Surprising Sources of Protein
