Movement as Medicine | The Art and Science of Exercise for Longevity

What to expect

We’ve long known that movement is good for us—but how much should we be doing? What type matters most? Is strength training better than cardio? The more we learn, the harder it seems to know what actually matters.

In this talk, we’ll explore how the way we move shapes how we age, how we feel, and how long we stay independent and vibrant. From ancient human endurance to modern mitochondrial science, we’ll unpack how intentional movement - both cardio and strength training - can build not just a longer life, but a better one. Blending personal experience with the latest research, we’ll explore how to move smarter and how to reclaim the body as a vessel for freedom and resilience in every decade of life.

Your facilitator

Daniel is most at home moving through the mountains—whether biking Glenorchy’s gravel roads, casually running the Routeburn Track, or climbing one of those wild, off-track peaks we all love looking at. His “training for life” approach is grounded in a love for nature, self-discovery, and a curiosity for what the human body can do when we stay active. Along the way, he’s walked the 3,000 km Te Araroa Trail, completed ultras like the Tarawera 102km and The Wild 65km, and 2x finisher of the gruelling 1,100 km Great Southern Brevet bikepacking race. He’s the creator and race director of the Glenorchy Grind bike race and brings a mix of lived experience, deep curiosity, and ongoing study into how movement supports long-term health, resilience, and wellbeing.