How Dr. Kenneth Cooper Helped NASA Astronauts and World Cup Champions Stay Fit
At 94 years old, Dr. Kenneth Cooper is still proving that health isn’t about adding years—it’s about adding good years. Known worldwide as the “Father of Aerobics,” Dr. Cooper changed how we think about exercise, prevention, and longevity. In this episode, he shares how decades of research show that regular movement can add a full decade of quality life—and why no drug can match the power of an active lifestyle.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
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The groundbreaking story behind Dr. Cooper’s 1968 book Aerobics and how it launched a global fitness revolution
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How his research with NASA astronauts and world-class athletes revealed that exercise is true preventive medicine
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Practical steps for growing healthier as you grow older, including his eight key lifestyle habits
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The surprising link between fitness and preventing dementia, heart disease, and even certain cancers
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Why your health is ultimately your responsibility—and how small daily choices can transform your future
Dr. Cooper’s life is living proof that it’s never too late to build strength, protect your brain, and enjoy more vibrant years. His advice is simple, science-backed, and immediately actionable.
Listen now and discover how to take charge of your health and rewrite the way you age.
📚 Resources & Links
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Full show notes and resources: nosittingonthesideline.com/167
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Dr. Kenneth Cooper’s latest book, Grow Healthier as You Grow Older, ais vailable on Amazon
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Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH
Founder and Chairman, Cooper Aerobics and Preventive Medicine Physician at Cooper Clinic
https://www.cooperaerobics.com/cooper-clinic/Our-Physicians-Kenneth-H-Cooper-MD-MPH/ (also pasted below)
(Here is another short bio in addition to what's in the question below about bio and background -https://www.cooperaerobics.com/cooper-about/Executive-Leadership-Kenneth-H-Cooper-MD-MPH/ )
Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH
Founder and Chairman, Cooper Aerobics and Preventive Medicine Physician at Cooper Clinic
For more than 55 years, Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH, has inspired millions to exercise for good health since the release of his first best-seller, Aerobics, in 1968. Today Dr. Cooper is revolutionizing health and fitness again — calling on America and the world to Get Cooperized™. At age 94, he has released his 20th book, Grow Healthier as You Grow Older. As a leading pioneer of preventive medicine, Dr. Cooper challenges everyone to follow these 8 Healthy Steps to live better both sooner and later: exercise most days of the week; make healthy food choices most of the time; maintain a healthy weight; take the right supplements; get a regular, comprehensive physical exam; manage stress and prioritize sleep; stop smoking; and control alcohol.
Recognized as the leader of the international physical fitness movement and credited with motivating more people to exercise in pursuit of good health, Dr. Cooper has long advocated for moving the field of medicine away from disease treatment to disease prevention. The Cooper philosophy, “It is easier to maintain good health through proper exercise, diet and emotional balance than to regain it… Read More
