03/01/2024
👵🏼 The aging process is part of the cycle of life, but you have more control over how well you age than you may think. Billions of dollars are spent each year on anti-aging products, services and devices, but if you really want to stop aging in its tracks, the fastest way to rejuvenate your body is resistance training!
Here's how lifting weights keeps you young:
📌 Builds resilient mitochondria. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of every cell, playing a key role in energy production. A massive body of research indicates that healthy mitochondria play a key role in slowing the aging process.
📌 Stops and reverses sarcopenia. Sarcopenia is the clinical term for muscle wasting, a key characteristic of aging.
📌 Promotes strong connective tissues. Your tendons, ligaments and fascia are made up of mostly collagen. When challenged with progressive overload, your body automatically shores up collagen to support and protect your joints.
📌 Fosters good posture. Bent-over posture is a key characteristic of old age, mostly caused by weak and imbalanced muscles. Weight training is an effective way to restore muscle balance and realign your body, for a more youthful appearance.
📌 Reduces risk of falls and injury. Your muscles and fascia work together to keep your body stable. When you lose your muscle mass, you lose your ability to recover from perturbation caused by changes in terrain or outside forces. Put simply, weight training promotes good balance.
📌 Enhances mood. When you lift, your body releases endorphins that make you feel euphoric.
📌 Combats loneliness. Gym culture is positive, upbeat and welcoming, and a great place to interact with a diverse range of like-minded people.
🔔 Before you start a weight training program, consider a biomechanical analysis to correct any mechanical issues that can prevent you from getting the most out of your workout.
