Can We Get Stronger As We Age?

I Sure Hope So! #Health&Wellness

I had a recent conversation with a colleague at work about resistance training. Basically, she insinuated that it was too late to get strong.

It's never too late to get stronger! While it's true that the rate of muscle growth tends to slow with age, it is still possible to increase muscle strength and size at any age through regular exercise.

The key is to engage in a consistent and progressive strength training program. This means choosing exercises that challenge your muscles and progressively increasing the weight or resistance as you get stronger. A well-rounded strength training program should include exercises that target all the major muscle groups, including the legs, chest, back, shoulders, arms, and core. This can include exercises like squats, deadlifts, bench press, rows, and shoulder press, as well as exercises that use your own body weight, such as push-ups, dips, and planks.

It's important to allow adequate time for recovery between workouts, as your muscles need time to repair and rebuild. Consider incorporating other forms of exercise, such as cardio or flexibility training, on your rest days.

In addition to exercise, proper nutrition is also important for building strength. Aim for at least 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day to support muscle growth and repair. A balanced diet that includes a variety of whole, unprocessed foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, is essential for optimal health and strength.

So don't let your age hold you back yo! 

Start strength training today and see the results for yourself!

FYI, check out this episode we did with Deb Sloan specific to peri/menopausal women on the value of resistance training: