Muscle is the organ of longevity!

When we think about fitness, we often think of cardiovascular exercise like running or cycling. But strength is an important component of exercise which often gets overlooked. We lose between 3 and 8% of our muscle mass per decade after the age of 30 and that rate increases even more after the age of 60!

Strength training can enhance your quality of life and improve your ability to do everyday activities. It helps you maintain strength and mobility as you age and helps protect your joints from injury and maintain bone health. Building muscle also can contribute to better balance and can help reduce your risk of falls helping you stay independent as you age.

But it doesn’t have to be complicated! There are many ways to incorporate more activity and resistance exercise into your everyday life! Let’s find out what works for you!