3 Reasons you should start lifting weights.

In this article I hope to offer some insight on the health benefits we can acquire as a result of

spending some time lifting weights as we get older!

Bone density

Lifting weights is probably one of the best things you can do for bone density. As we grow

older we can become more susceptible to fractures and breaks as our bones density

decreases. Lifting weights helps to prevent and in many cases reverse these changes!

Retention and development of lean muscle mass!

As we grow older we become more and more subject to losing our lean muscle mass and

the strength that comes with it! It is estimated that we start to lose 1-2% of our muscle mass

per year once we turn 40! Lifting weights is a great way to hold on to your muscle mass as

you grow older and experience the many health benefits that come alongside have higher

amounts of lean muscle mass!

Add life to your years!

With respect to the points above, the main take away can be the importent role that lifting

weights can play in our resilience, our strength and our function as we get older. While there

are many health benefits that will add years to your life - the other benefits are really what

adds life to those years and makes it all the more worthwhile!

Start small and start implementing some form of resistance training into your life. An hour or

so 2-3 times a week is more than enough for most people to see results. If you’re reading

this and want to know where to start - hire that pt you have been thinking about or simply

reach out to myself on my contact address’s below!

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Lastly, I would also like to clarify that I am not a registered dietician. All advice disclosed

here is simply advisory based on my qualifications as a fitness professional and personal

experience and knowledge gained working with individuals and helping them reach their

goals. The advice given is not designed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health

problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your

physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.

I hope someone out there found some of this information useful here, just some food for

thought. For any questions in relation to this topic or training, nutrition, etc. or for coaching

inquiries simply message me on my business page on instagram @coachedbycashel_ or by

email - contact@coachedbycashel.com