Want to live a long, active, and healthy life? Staying physically fit is the key.
But despite what many popular fitness “influencers” claim, physical fitness is not complicated. Moreover, there’s no “secret formula” guarded by a precious few that ensures good health.
In fact, all you really need to do are four simple things:
- Take a brisk daily walk
- Drinking plenty of water
- Eat a high-protein, low-fat diet
- And do regular strength (weight or resistance) training
Unfortunately, many people overlook the need for strength training. And this is a critical mistake that could not only impact your health but potentially cut your life short.
Why is Strength Training So Important?
A growing body of research indicates that strength training can increase your lifespan.
In a recent study, researchers analyzed National Health Interview Survey data profiling 416,420 American adults between 2007 – 2014.
And they discovered that people who averaged one to two strength-training sessions per week had a 40 percent lower mortality risk than those who didn’t exercise at all.
In another study by The British Journal of Sports Medicine, researchers found that people who did 30 to 60 minutes of weekly strength training saw their mortality risk drop by 10 to 20 percent. They were also less likely to develop cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Maintaining Muscle Mass is Essential as You Age
Medical scientists theorize that strength training is critical because you lose muscle mass as you age. And in the absence of any weight or resistance training, your body steadily declines and becomes increasingly vulnerable to severe ailments and chronic illnesses.
Fortunately, most doctors and physical therapists agree that shrinking muscle mass can be reversed – With consistent strength training!
How to Get Started With Strength Training
The key is to start slowly, listen to your body, and stick with your routine. And the routine part is vital, as most people stumble with weight training by overdoing it at the start.
Lifting heavy weights or following strenuous routines when your body isn’t adequately conditioned can be painful and often leads to injuries. The recovery time is longer when you overdo it with a workout. And the psychological fear of that pain can deter you from returning to the gym.
Instead, start slow. Gage how much you can lift comfortably while feeling resistance but not being overwhelmed. And when the resistance disappears, increase the weight.
Aim to train for 30 minutes to an hour at least two to three times a week. And you’ll soon notice your body is stronger and more resilient.
A Great Alternative to Traditional Weight Training – Resistance Training!
If lifting weights isn’t your thing, resistance training, like Pilates, is an excellent alternative. Using resistance machines, or even just your body weight, builds muscle.
And the resistance method can build muscle that’s leaner, better-toned, and more defined than what you typically see with the traditional weight training approach.
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