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The Dad Bod Debate Health Beyond the Aesthetics

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A dad bod doesn't automatically equal unhealthy, and research shows moderate body fat can be normal with good health markers.
This episode explores the dad bod debate, arguing that health is more than aesthetics by discussing cardiovascular and metabolic markers, strength, and holistic wellness tips. It challenges social pressures and emphasizes functional health over appearance for longevity and confidence.

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A warm, plainspoken take on men's health that trades the joke for habits that actually stick.

Kori turns a dad bod joke into a plain talk about health, and the move works. The tone stays warm and direct, with thanks for the men listening and the women and families backing them up, before landing on a simple point: a body is not just something to look at, it is something…

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