In this episode, Debi Robinson welcomes Chris Burres, a scientist and longevity researcher, for a fascinating conversation about mitochondrial health and why it plays such a critical role in aging, energy, balance, and bone health.

While mitochondria are often described as “the powerhouse of the cell,” this episode explores what that really means as we age. Chris explains how oxidative stress and chronic inflammation damage mitochondria over time, accelerating aging and contributing to issues like muscle weakness, poor recovery, balance problems, and bone loss.

This conversation connects the dots between cellular health and functional aging, reinforcing a core message of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle: bone loss does not happen in isolation — it reflects what’s happening throughout the body at the cellular level.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• What mitochondria actually do in the body
• How oxidative stress accelerates aging
• Why inflammation impacts energy, muscles, and bones
• The connection between mitochondrial health and balance
• How cellular stress contributes to bone loss
• Why recovery and resilience decline with age
• What longevity research teaches us about healthy aging
  
  

Action Steps You Can Take Today

1. Reduce oxidative stress by prioritizing sleep and recovery.
2. Support inflammation balance through anti-inflammatory foods.
3. Move consistently, not excessively, to support mitochondrial function.
4. Manage stress intentionally, as chronic stress damages cellular health.
5. Focus on balance and coordination, not just strength.
6. Think cellular first when addressing bone health concerns.
   
   

Resources & Links

• Visit Chris's page and receive $30 off any product: https://www.myvitalc.com/strongerbones
• Stronger Bones Lifestyle resources:
  https://debirobinson.com
• Learn more about Chris Burres and longevity research (as discussed in the episode): https://www.sesres.com/author/chrisburres/

Debi’s Takeaway

Healthy aging starts at the cellular level. When mitochondria are supported and oxidative stress is reduced, the body becomes more resilient — muscles recover better, balance improves, inflammation quiets, and bones are better protected.

Bone health isn’t just about density. It’s about energy, coordination, and cellular integrity — and mitochondria are at the center of it all.