NBA Legend Chris Paul on Longevity, Nutrition & Staying Elite at 40

About this episode

Chris Paul discusses longevity, nutrition, and maintaining elite performance at 40.

Longevity isn’t just about talent—it’s about what you’re willing to change when your body starts asking for something different. On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Chris Paul—one of the most respected point guards of all time—to talk about the mindset that’s carried him through more than two decades in the NBA. We get into what shifted along the way and what it really takes to keep showing up at a high level year after year. Watch the full conversation on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Here’s what we cover: • Why what worked in your 20s stops working and what to do instead • How inflammation shows up and what improves when you address it • Why stress and poor sleep quietly drain energy and slow recovery • What simple habits actually move the needle over time • How understanding your data helps you make better daily decisions Your body is always giving you signals. The earlier you begin to listen and respond, the more it can support you over time. View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Mark Hyman

Guest: Chris Paul

Topics covered

• longevity
• nutrition
• NBA
• mindset
• health
• recovery

Keywords

• longevity
• nutrition
• NBA
• Chris Paul
• health tips
• recovery
• inflammation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Dr. Hyman Show

More episodes of The Dr. Hyman Show

• Is It Burnout Or Something Deeper? The High-Functioning Trap | Dr. Judith Joseph · June 10, 2026 · 1h 23m
• Why Your Cholesterol Is High—and How to Start Fixing It in 10 Days · June 8, 2026 · 24 min
• Antidepressants Explained: Benefits, Risks, and Alternatives for Depression | Dr. James Greenblatt · June 3, 2026 · 55 min
• The Perfect Morning Routine for a Longer, Sharper Life | Dr. Mark Hyman · June 1, 2026 · 18 min
• Millions of Women Stopped Taking Hormones Because of a Misread Study | Dr. Sharon Malone · May 27, 2026 · 1h 28m
• Is HRT Safe? 10 Questions Women Ask Most — Answered by a Functional MD · May 25, 2026 · 46 min