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How To Be WellnStrong

How To Be WellnStrong

Episode Revisited: The Truth About Running, Zone 2 Cardio & Barefoot Shoes | Mark Sisson

Sep 8, 2026 · 58m

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Think running marathons is the secret to longevity and heart health? Think again. Today, I’m joined by Mark Sisson — a pioneer in ancestral health, NYT bestselling author, former elite endurance athlete, founder of Primal Kitchen, and creator of Peluva barefoot shoes. In this episode, we unpack why more cardio isn’t always better, how walking may actually be one of the best things for longevity, fat loss, metabolic health, and joint health, and why chronic endurance training can sometimes lea...