12/23/2025
Muscle isn’t just about looking strong, it’s one of the biggest predictors of how well you age.
This week a patient asked me why it’s healthy to go to the gym… so here are the 3 BIG takeaways:
• Strength predicts survival — grip strength is one of the strongest indicators of longevity.
• Muscle protects your metabolism — it regulates blood sugar, hormones, and inflammation.
• More muscle = better recovery — people with higher strength bounce back faster from illness, surgery, and injury.
So it’s not all about looking good! Training is about taking care of your future self!