Fitness: Three reasons you should start lifting weights
Lifting weights is probably one of the best things you can do for bone density. Stock image
In this article I hope to offer some insight on the health benefits we can acquire as a result of spending some time lifting weights as we get older.
Lifting weights is probably one of the best things you can do for bone density.
As we grow older we can become more susceptible to fractures and breaks as our bones density decreases.
Lifting weights helps to prevent and in many cases reverse these changes.
As we grow older we become more and more subject to losing our lean muscle mass and the strength that comes with it.
It is estimated that we start to lose 1-2% of our muscle mass per year once we turn 40.
Lifting weights is a great way to hold on to your muscle mass as you grow older and experience the many health benefits that come alongside have higher amounts of lean muscle mass.
With respect to the points above, the main take away can be the important role that lifting weights can play in our resilience, our strength and our function as we get older.
While there are many health benefits that will add years to your life - the other benefits are really what adds life to those years and makes it all the more worthwhile.
Start small and start implementing some form of resistance training into your life.
An hour or so two to three times a week is more than enough for most people to see results.
If you’re reading this and want to know where to start - hire that PT you have been thinking about or simply reach out to myself on my contact address’s below.
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Lastly, I would also like to clarify that I am not a registered dietician.
All advice disclosed here is simply advisory based on my qualifications as a fitness professional and personal experience and knowledge gained working with individuals and helping them reach their goals.
The advice given is not designed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician.
Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.
I hope someone out there found some of this information useful here, just some food for thought.
For any questions in relation to this topic or training, nutrition, etc. or for coaching inquiries simply message me on my business page on instagram @coachedbycashel_ or by email - contact@coachedbycashel.com
