“Our dedication to health and longevity is not just a profession, but a passion that is nourished every day through research, innovation, and a deep respect for the balance between body, mind, and spirit”.

These words by Lucia Magnani, creator of the LongLife Formula® and CEO of the Lucia Magnani Health Clinic, are not a slogan but rather the profound expression of someone who, for over fifteen years, has applied a scientific approach to combating oxidative stress and promoting longevity. She clearly understands that fighting oxidative stress—a pathological condition that occurs when there is an imbalance between the production of free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage cells) and the body's ability to neutralise them with antioxidants (the molecules that fight them)—is essential for slowing down the ageing process. It is from this awareness that LongLife Formula® was born: a pathway to the elixir of long life. Not a fanciful or unattainable El Dorado, but something tangible, accessible to anyone who desires it, seeks it, or needs it.

THE SEVEN PATHS TO WELL-BEING

To achieve this goal, a proper lifestyle is essential. This is why Lucia Magnani has developed the seven paths to well-being, convinced that an advanced society must integrate health and well-being to ensure a better future: “Creating health and well-being,” repeats Lucia Magnani, “are the motivations that inspired me to create and develop the LongLife Formula concept. It is based on scientific study of the processes of cellular ageing, on a laboratory formula that analyses oxidative stress in the body and counteracts it through health, aesthetic, thermal, and beauty services. These services begin with an assessment of each individual's health condition, carried out by a team of experts highly specialised in ageing processes, supported by modern technologies and advanced expertise in predictive medicine. This initial phase identifies signs of fragility or deficiencies that may indicate a predisposition to developing disease. From there, we define innovative countermeasures through specific interventions in nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle habits.”

AT THE HEART OF THE LONG LIFE FORMULA®

The essence of the Long Life Formula® method is embodied in seven pathways. The CLEAN programme detoxifies the body from the effects of an unbalanced lifestyle. WEIGHT LOSS restores physical fitness through the adoption of a healthy diet, achieved naturally and without sacrifice. EVERGREEN is the anti-ageing pathway designed to bring back muscle tone and skin elasticity. RELAX is dedicated to those who feel overwhelmed by the pace of daily life and wish to rediscover tranquillity through wellness treatments. ENERGY focuses on regaining psycho-physical well-being through cardiovascular stimulation. SPORT is intended for anyone wishing to dedicate themselves to a period of intensive physical activity, while RE-START is tailored for those requiring rehabilitation, especially after major surgery. In time, four further programmes were added. HAPPINESS ROUTE guides participants in regaining joy, freeing themselves from discomfort and unease. SMOKE is aimed at identifying or preventing conditions linked to smoking addiction. IMMUNITY enhances the body's natural defences. RESTART, centred on the cardio-pulmonary system, includes respiratory rehabilitation.From 2024, new preventive medicine pathways have also been introduced.

NUTRITION AND SPORT

Through a careful balance of medical treatments, tailored nutrition, physical activity, and relaxation, the programmes adapt to the needs of each individual – men, women, young adults, and older generations alike.  Each journey begins with an in-depth analysis of health and oxidative stress to define a personalised plan of action. At the very heart of the Long Life Formula® lie two essential pillars that demonstrate its completeness: nutrition and sport. The detailed health analysis is accompanied by an assessment of proper nutrition, posture and movement. From this point, the nutritionist provides the chef with specific guidance to follow a personalised regimen, while the sports medicine specialist advises the personal trainer, who then designs a bespoke fitness programme according to the individual's needs.

INDULGE IN FRIENDLY CUISINE

Thanks to the collaboration of a team of nutritionists, the Long Life restaurant takes care of its guests by offering dishes carefully prepared with local and national products, possessing extraordinary antioxidant properties and capable of preventing ageing. Without sacrificing flavour and without having to deal with the typical restrictions of diets, the kitchen offers foods that are conducive to health and well-being. To enhance the properties of the nutrients, cooking methods such as low-temperature vacuum cooking are preferred, and salt is replaced by spices that make the dishes equally tasty. The nutritional plan itself is the fruit of extensive nutraceutical research—the science that combines nutrition and pharmaceuticals—and includes targeted supplements to counter oxidative stress. From this philosophy, an entire line of high-quality foods and supplements has been created, offering a powerful antioxidant action that slows cellular ageing and strengthens the immune system. Equally important is the balance between physical and mental well-being. For this reason, the method places great emphasis on the mind, training and enhancing its functions, from reflexes to balance. As Lucia Magnani explains, “a trained mind is essential, as is a relaxed mind.” Alongside a tailored diet, sporting activities and disciplines for regeneration and mental training are practised, helping to achieve a state of psycho-physical equilibrium.

IN THE GYM WITH A PERSONAL TRAINER

Balance, moderation, control, and posture are the guiding principles of the Lucia Magnani Health Clinic, where every guest is welcomed by a personal trainer in a gym equipped with the most advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence. Individual sessions include fitness, postural gymnastics, healing yoga, meditation, and Reiki. Holistic disciplines can also take place in the park, the thermal pool, or the Oriental cabin. Reiki awakens dormant energies, enhancing energetic circulation and rebalancing the body's centres. By eliminating stress, the body is brought to a state of deep relaxation. Guests experience heightened awareness, sharper intuition, deeper emotional flow, and increased sensory acuity, leading to greater clarity of thought and judgement. Another unique practice is Thermal Yoga, performed in thermal water, which restores fluidity of breath, flexibility of movement, and correct posture. This experience of deep relaxation and meditation, guided by an expert, helps rediscover trust in oneself and others, emotional stability, and the ability to let go. It also corrects posture, which can sometimes recover hidden height and give rise to a more elegant bearing. Posture, often linked to musculoskeletal problems, is also a reflection of one's psycho-physical condition.  

RELAXATION AND REDISCOVERED BEAUTY

Beyond these key aspects lies another essential element: relaxation. Massages, beauty treatments, relaxation therapies, and thermal treatments all contribute to the ultimate outcome: a pathway of pure pleasure. Increasingly, there is awareness that caring for the body extends beyond the physical dimension—it is a process requiring harmony between physical health, mental serenity, and a profound connection with one's inner self, all of which are vital for a long and high-quality life. To get back in shape, it is necessary to care for both body and mind, embracing well-being as both relaxation and pleasure in one's own body. This pleasure is also found in observing nature, art, and everything that inspires a state of inner balance, all of which are present in the Castrocaro Terme complex and contribute to enhancing personal beauty. And this also explains why getting back in shape is the principle on which all the programmes are built, codified and structured for all ages and designed for all kinds of needs. Here, women and men alike discover a new approach to daily life that ultimately strengthens both the quality and the length of life. Programmes are offered weekly or in three-day sessions, with each guest guided along their chosen path by the Long Life Angels, who take care of every need and desire.