Womens Fitness - 40+
Have you pondered why our bodies start to change around 30 to 40 yrs? The connection is very likely muscle and specifically the importance of building muscle.
Your muscles play a pivotal role in your overall health and are intricately tied to the aging process. Here are seven compelling reasons why you should prioritize muscle-building:
Muscle Loss Starts Early: Beginning around the age of 30, we start losing muscle. On average, there's a 3%-8% decline per decade, with this rate accelerating after age 60. By building your muscle "reserve" early, you position yourself better for later years. A decline in muscle strength is a leading cause of disability in the elderly, resulting in increased vulnerability to falls and injuries.
Enhance Bone Strength: Starting from age 40, many individuals lose about 1% of their bone mass annually. Strength training, which puts healthy stress on your bones, can increase bone density, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures in later years.
Manage Chronic Conditions: Regular weightlifting can alleviate symptoms of various chronic conditions, including arthritis, chronic pain, heart disease, depression, diabetes, and obesity.
Aid Fat Loss: For those on a weight loss journey, strength-training exercises are essential. They not only support fat loss but also help maintain (or even increase) muscle mass as you shed pounds.
Boost Brain Function: Both strength training and aerobic exercises have been linked to enhanced cognitive functions.
Elevate Quality of Life: Strength training can make daily activities more manageable and can also improve balance, safeguarding your joints against injuries.
Maintain Balance: By reinforcing muscle strength, you reduce the risk of slip and fall accidents, both presently and in the future.
Additionally, well-defined muscles can significantly boost your confidence and energy levels.
If you're keen on enhancing how you look, move, and feel daily, our 1:5 & 1:1 small group fitness for women 40+ in College Station, TX and nutrition coaching programs offer a tried-and-tested method. Begin now, and you'll soon witness and feel the transformative results.