08/06/2025
Speed isn’t just for sprinters — it’s essential for aging well and staying active for life.
As we age, we naturally lose strength, but power and speed decline even faster — and often go ignored in training.
Studies show that we lose about 3–5% of muscle mass per decade after age 30, but muscle power can decline at nearly double that rate — up to 8–10% per decade.
This is a big deal, because power (how quickly we can produce force) is a critical factor in balance, injury prevention, and independence as we get older.
🧠 Why train speed?
1️⃣ It helps us develop and maintain fast-twitch muscle fibers, which are key for quick reactions, acceleration, and dynamic movement.
2️⃣ Speed and power are the first physical qualities to decline with age — making it even more important to train them proactively.
3️⃣ You’ll feel more confident and capable in your recreational sports and active hobbies, from tennis to hiking to weekend runs.
4️⃣ Everyday tasks — like chasing after your kids, avoiding a fall, or getting across the street quickly — all can demand bursts of speed.
💡 Training speed doesn’t mean you have to sprint 100 meters.
It can include jumping, med ball throws, short sprints, or fast-paced resistance training — all scaled to your level and needs.
At Apex Performance, we build speed and power into our programming across the lifespan — because it’s not just about athletic performance.
It’s about longevity, independence, and quality of life.
📉 Don’t wait until it’s gone to start training it.
💪🏻 Stay quick. Stay strong. Stay resilient.
