Did you see the recent article in Time magazine headlined, Why Strength Training Is the Best Anti-Ager?
It starts, “If you want to age well, you probably already know the basics: eat a balanced diet, go for walks, stay socially engaged. But there’s one habit that experts say matters just as much — and in some cases, more — for long-term health: strength training.”
Strength training is among “the most powerful tools we have for protecting health as the decades pass,” the article says. “It’s not about chasing bigger biceps or a six-pack. It’s about reinforcing bones, keeping metabolism humming, preventing falls, and even lowering the risk of chronic disease.”
It’s nice to see articles like this in the mainstream press, even if it makes us want to say, “No kidding!”
You know how strongly we believe in the power – no, the necessity – of strength training for people over 50. It’s not just for youngsters who want big muscles. In fact, it becomes more important with age.
Strength training is good for brain health, balance, bone density, weight control, blood pressure, and lots more. And it can’t be said often enough!
Call us today and let’s get you going.
Holly Kouvo is a personal trainer, functional aging specialist, senior fitness specialist, brain health trainer, writer, and speaker.