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55 and thriving: how The Maas Clinic founder Laurens Maas maintains great health<\/h1>\n

\u00a0The Maas Clinic founder Laurens Maas celebrated his 55th Birthday this year. Upon learning of this fact, many clients and friends have asked: \u201cWhat\u2019s your secret Laurens? You look so young!\u201d.<\/p>\n

While the perception of looking young is flattering, it is Laurens\u2019 energy, thirst for knowledge and passion for life which land him firmly in the youthful category.<\/p>\n

We sat down with Laurens to quiz him on his secrets to maintaining great health into his 50s and beyond!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Laurens, you just turned 55. How do you feel within yourself at this age?<\/h2>\n

I feel great! For me, this (my health) is a long-term project. I started eating better and taking supplements when I was 14\/15. Dr Peter Attia<\/a> says \u201cthe longer that you live, the more health you practiced when you were younger\u201d. It is my intention to live a very long, very healthy life.<\/p>\n

You look very fit and healthy! What are some of the most impactful things you do to achieve such vitality?<\/h2>\n

At my age right now, food is #1, regular exercise is #2 and supplements<\/a> is #3.<\/p>\n

I regularly test my bloods every 3 – 6 months to see that everything\u2019s in optimum range and make adjustments if needed.<\/p>\n

Lifestyle-wise, I practice meditation and yoga, I do community bonding with my pets, drink purified water and connect with nature.<\/p>\n

I also practice really good sleep. I\u2019m regular about my sleep times, I\u2019m always in bed by about 10.30 and that\u2019s consistent on a weekend. I like my routines, I like the ability to get feedback on my Oura ring<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Incorporating lots of small health habits helps me to focus on my healthspan, not just my lifespan.<\/p>\n

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What does your daily routine look like? Which health and well-being practices feature?<\/h2>\n

6ish – wake up.<\/strong><\/p>\n

First thing, I come downstairs and make myself a cup of medicinal mushroom coffee. I like a brand called Antioxi<\/a>. I feed my pets and then I take my first round of supplements.<\/p>\n

For breakfast I follow my hunger cues. I have a protein shake and sometimes I\u2019ll have a banana. If I\u2019m hungry I\u2019ll have a protein-loaded breakfast after my shake, of bacon, eggs, beans, avocado and chimichurri.<\/p>\n

Following breakfast, I\u2019ll work on client reports. Usually 3 – 4 per morning.<\/p>\n

I then shower, practice yoga, meditation and stretch. This is my time to freshen up and mentally prepare for the day. When I get dressed I like to think of it as donning my \u2018suit of armour\u2019. I get into the headspace of work and check in with all of my children before heading out the door.<\/p>\n

9ish – I arrive at work and have a half hour meeting with my team.<\/strong><\/p>\n

We chat about our days, drives into work…\u00a0 it\u2019s important to me that we build a rapport with one another. We are incredibly fortunate with the awesome team we have here at The Maas Clinic.<\/p>\n

Then, it\u2019s on to clients!<\/p>\n

9.30 – 12.30 – clients.<\/strong><\/p>\n

During this time I am back to back with clients. I am fully focused on them.<\/p>\n

12.30 – 1.30 – lunch time.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I come home for lunch most days. Usually I\u2019ll have a hearty meal; shepherd\u2019s pie, cottage pie, fish pie or sushi. I\u2019ll have lots of salad greens and lamb\u2019s lettuce with an olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing. Then it\u2019s time for my next round of supplements.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ll play with my dogs in the garden before heading back to the clinic for the afternoon shift.<\/p>\n

1.30 – 4.30 – clients.<\/strong><\/p>\n

4.30ish – home time.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I head home and make myself a cup of turmeric or dandelion tea. Both teas support detoxification.<\/p>\n

At this point I either take after-hour calls at home or I go to the gym.<\/p>\n

I alternate my gym days, typically going 3 – 4 x a week. Usually I\u2019m in the gym for an hour between 5 – 6 and complete a gym workout followed by time in the sauna and swimming pool.<\/p>\n

6.30\/7 – dinner.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I take great care of my genetics, meaning that I\u2019ve investigated my strengths and weaknesses using genetic testing. I know that I tend to have an appetite gene, so I sip on rhubarb or green tea in the evening before dinner so that I don\u2019t overeat or get the munchies.<\/p>\n

Dinner is a freshly-cooked meal by my wife Cath. At this point, I take my evening supplements.<\/p>\n

7.30 – 9.30 – relaxation.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is my time to unwind. Usually we\u2019ll watch a good series on TV as a family. Currently we\u2019re watching Earth with Chris Packham – it\u2019s mind-blowing!<\/p>\n

9.30\/10 – wind-down and bedtime.<\/strong><\/p>\n

By 9.30 I\u2019m starting to yawn. My aim is to be in bed and asleep by 10.30 every evening, which fits in with my chronological genetic type.<\/p>\n

I wash the last of the dishes before I head to bed so that we have a clean kitchen in the morning, turn off the lights and head upstairs.<\/p>\n

I take my bedtime supplements, which include 5HTP and Magnesium. Cath and I will share our daily gratitudes with one another. I allow myself to \u2018let go\u2019 of everything I wasn\u2019t able to figure out today, knowing that I can tackle it again tomorrow.<\/p>\n

I practice really good sleep hygiene: open windows, blackout curtains, an oxygen unit next to me, a humidifier circling the air, a HEPA filter creating purified air and then I track each night\u2019s sleep on my Oura ring.<\/p>\n

Since starting to use my Oura ring in 2019 I\u2019ve consistently improved my sleep. I\u2019ve gone from a 78% sleep success stat to 88%! Each year is improving.<\/p>\n

10.30 – 6.30 consistent sleep, every night.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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How has your approach to your health changed as you\u2019ve progressed through your life? Have you made any big shifts in the last few years which you attribute to feeling as well as you do now?<\/h2>\n

Genetics has featured big time. I always knew that biochemistry and nutrition were key to creating a good health and wellness level; not just fighting diseases but experiencing great health.<\/p>\n

With the advances in genetic testing and the accessibility to it, I know what my ageing genes and longevity genes are.<\/p>\n

Now, I use lifestyle choices and supplements to \u2018clean up\u2019 my ageing genes. It\u2019s an approach I use with all of my clients.<\/p>\n

Generally speaking, how can people endeavour to age well, like you?!<\/h2>\n

Lifestyle: nutrition, exercise and sleep<\/strong> – get those pillars right and most other things will fall into place.<\/p>\n

Supplements:<\/strong> generally speaking, Magnesium, Zinc, and Omega Oils.<\/p>\n

Mental habits:<\/strong> box by box breathing<\/a>, connecting with nature and hanging out with friends that make you laugh.<\/p>\n

Thank you Laurens for giving us an insight into your healthspan tips and tricks!<\/h2>\n

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Keen to boost your health and well-being?<\/h2>\n

We are passionate about unpicking our clients\u2019 health concerns and it is our number one focus to help our clients to achieve their optimal health.<\/p>\n

Reach out to our friendly clinic team today!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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