These Are the Consequences!

Start Now: The Consequences of Waiting

Did you know that women can typically gain only 0.5 to 1 pound of muscle per month? For men, it's slightly higher at 1 to 2 pounds. While this might seem surprising, it highlights the importance of starting weight or strength training as early as possible. Especially for women, regular strength training is crucial for sustaining longevity and maintaining the ability to move freely as you age.

Why Strength Training Matters

Strength training isn't just about building muscle—it's about enhancing your quality of life. It reduces the risk of falls, boosts cardiovascular health, increases bone density, and offers numerous other health benefits that become even more critical as we grow older.

The peak age for maximizing muscle gains is between 30 and 35. However, if you don’t use your muscles, you lose them. This loss, known as sarcopenia, can cause you to lose 3 to 8 percent of your muscle mass every decade. Many factors influence how well you maintain or lose muscle mass, including sleep, nutrition, and whether you’re engaging in a strength and muscle-building program 3-4 times a week.

Play the Long Game

It's essential to view strength training as a long-term investment in your health. By starting now, you'll appreciate the benefits as you grow older and reap the rewards in the future.

Strength Training Through the Decades

Here's how strength training benefits you at different stages of life:

• In Your 20s: It can improve athletic performance and maintain your functional

  capacity.

• In Your 30s: It helps preserve muscle mass and offsets age-related muscle loss.

• In Your 40s: It contributes to hormonal balance and maintains functional capacity.

• In Your 50s: It slows down sarcopenia and improves bone density.

• In Your 60s and Beyond: It preserves joint integrity and mobility, and promotes mental well-being.

Conclusion

Strength training or weight training is a win, no matter your age. Start now, and invest in your long-term health.

P.S. Remember, movement is a necessity, not a want. Go schedule it now!