Personalised health coaching based on individual biomarkers promotes longevity 

Marius Ronnov 

Co-Founder and CEO, Hume Health LLC 

Health technology company uses metabolic signatures and predictive health biomarkers to enhance user longevity, delivering personalised interventions tailored to each user’s individual health data. 

The concept of longevity is rapidly transitioning from a niche of the wellness industry to a global public health priority. This transition comes in light of ongoing healthcare challenges, namely an ageing population and the persistent rise in rates of cardiovascular disease. Increasingly, research suggests that ageing is a modifiable process, rather than a simple biological event, shifting the focus from increasing your ‘lifespan’ to enhancing your ‘healthspan.’ 

“Longevity isn’t a fad; it is about adding years to your life and, more importantly, adding quality to those years,” explains Marius Ronnov, Co-Founder and CEO of Hume Health LLC. “Longevity is the compounding effect of good decisions which allow you to live a longer and better life.” 

Why access to the right health data matters for longevity 

Longevity is no longer just luck of the draw; modern approaches emphasise the importance of prevention and tracking. Harnessing your health data has emerged as the key to slowing down ageing, building resilience and staying ahead of time. However, health data has long been fragmented, limiting the potential for meaningful change. 

“The way people monitor their health today is fragmented. One app tracks calories, another tracks activity, and medical results live somewhere else, meaning the compounding value of that data is lost,” he explains. “By centralising and simplifying all of those pieces of data into clear and accurate insights, people can unlock the full potential of their health data to drive meaningful improvements.” 

He aptly describes: “Without the right health data, it’s like looking at your body in black and white. When combined and interpreted correctly, you can see it in full colour.” 

Data without context is like looking at your body
in black and white. When combined and interpreted
correctly, you can see it in full colour.

Changing your ageing trajectory 

Research shows that the ‘trajectory of ageing’ is a dynamic process, one that can be influenced by behavioural choices and lifestyle interventions. By analysing daily metabolic biomarkers alongside periodic body composition measures, new technology can reveal both positive trends and early risk signals. 

“One of the most powerful predictors we can now track is cardiovascular recovery, which shows how quickly the heart returns to baseline after stress,” continues Ronnov. “Alongside this, we can measure body composition over time, helping people maintain and build muscle mass while reducing harmful fat. By layering these different metrics with metabolic metrics, we are making health both measurable and actionable.” 

By converting these signals into specific guidance on sleep, recovery and activity, health technology has the ability to link daily behaviour with long-term outcomes and ageing. 

Metabolic signatures and predictive analytics 

Metabolic signatures refer to patterns in your body’s metabolism which provide a comprehensive blueprint of your metabolic health. Insights from metabolic signatures are now being used to determine future health risks and guide personalised interventions. 

“We take signals from biometrics, interpret them and translate that into insights and recommendations based on each person’s individual goals,” explains Ronnov. “Instead of just providing one snapshot in time, we are able to provide people with an understanding of their overall wellbeing and future health risks.” 

Created on the principle that people should have ownership of their health outcomes, Ronnov’s novel and sophisticated approach to utilising metabolic signatures and predictive health markers is making metabolic health visible and actionable for consumers for the first time. 

Building on the above, Hume Health introduces two core metrics: Metabolic Capacity, which reflects the body’s ability to perform and recover on a daily basis, and Metabolic Momentum. Metabolic Momentum makes the trajectory of ageing visible. Rather than treating health as a fixed state, people can see whether they’re trending upward, plateauing or declining. 

Observed over time, these signals demonstrate how incremental changes in recovery, sleep and body composition accumulate into meaningful shifts in long-term health. 

Guiding you from morning to evening 

Each day, Hume users receive recommendations for balancing recovery and exertion in line with current Metabolic Capacity, a daily threshold informed by recent performance and recovery trends. As simple as taking a short walk, prioritising hydration or going to bed 20 minutes earlier, behavioural recommendations are built to fit naturally into your routine and evolve with you day by day. 

Every week, your health score and metabolic momentum aggregate your progress, giving a clear picture of your overall health and trajectory beyond natural day-to-day variability. 

Senior Consultant Dr Sharifah Halimah Jaafar explains: “The most valuable insights come from how health markers change together over time. By tracking body composition, cardiovascular recovery and metabolic health as a whole, we can spot early signs of how a person is ageing. Recognising these shifts and linking them to small changes in sleep, nutrition or activity can lower the risk of chronic disease, build resilience and extend years of good health.” 

The science behind behaviour change 

Clinical terminology can often feel inaccessible, something Ronnov himself experienced after having a stroke in his late 20s. “People typically come to us because they want to change something specific — be it their weight, their health or help with managing a chronic condition,” he says. 

“We use plain language, clear visuals and easy-to-understand scores, showing the whole picture and actionable steps towards their personal goals. People are able to make gradual improvements and notice meaningful benefits in their daily lives.” 

He continues: “Knowledge alone doesn’t change behaviour. That’s why we have built our technology around the concept of behavioural science, with an easy-to-use interface. We use microhabits and impact loops that fit seamlessly into everyday life.” 

Real-world impact 

With a substantial user base of over 3 million people, Hume Health has built a community of users who are in it for the long haul, motivated through the tangible reward of milestones achieved and measurable health progress. “Our technology shows you progress before you even notice it, whether it’s steadier energy, better sleep or improved recovery,” explains Ronnov. Personalised health means no two experiences are identical, but many users see changes within weeks, with further measurable and compounded improvements appearing throughout ongoing use. 

“Prevention is more powerful than reaction, and small daily decisions compound into a longer, healthier life,” says Ronnov. Early changes often include cardiovascular recovery, meaning how quickly your heart returns to baseline after stress — one of the strongest predictors of long-term healthspan. 

Many users see that curve shortening, meaning their body is bouncing back faster, with more overall resilience. Within six weeks, most users begin to show measurable improvements in body composition, muscle mass and fat reduction. By six months, more than 80% of active users have demonstrated improvements in markers associated with physiological ageing, meaning stronger cardiovascular health, better metabolic flexibility and a younger physiological age than when they started their journey. 

Based on first party platform data; individual results may vary. 

A metabolic health ecosystem 

At the centre of Hume’s system is the app. Inputs are aggregated from a user’s devices, including Hume’s own BodyPod and Band — precise body composition readings and continuous monitoring of cardiovascular, respiratory, sleep and activity signals. 

The software unifies these signals into a single health profile, smoothing out inconsistencies and applying AI trained on longevity and behavioural science. Individualised metrics include Metabolic Capacity for daily guidance on recovery and exertion, alongside Metabolic Momentum for tracking longer-term trajectories. 

Hume’s Chronic Illness Risk Detection provides a wellness insight that flags deviations associated with cardiovascular strain, inflammatory triggers and immune system shifts that may be signs of long-term health risks. Individual patterns in behaviour and physiological response inform personalised and actionable recommendations designed to compound into sustained health improvements. 

The ecosystem transforms fragmented information into clear, actionable insights — helping make healthy ageing both measurable and accessible. 

“We want to be at the centre of the conversation for longevity, not solely focused on extreme interventions or healthcare professional involvement, but reminding everyday people that they can take control of their health and wellbeing,” concludes Ronnov. “We are giving people a platform to access data-driven health guidance, empowering them