THE IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTH TRAINING

Strength training is not the exclusive domain of the Olympic weightlifter or professional athlete. It is something we all need in our lives. Why?

Because the world is way, way easier to navigate when you are strong. Think:

Moving the wardrobe when you’ve decided it needs to be somewhere else in your bedroom

Transferring the ‘big shop’ from the boot of your car to the kitchen cupboards

Getting up from the floor without the use of sturdy objects to assist you

Chasing the kids upstairs to bed

Putting your shoes on without having to sit down to stop yourself wobbling / toppling over

These simple, everyday tasks can be much more challenging without adequate strength and agility (functional strength).

MEET THE AGEING PROCESS HEAD ON

As we age, we start to lose muscle mass, which also means a decline in strength. This process begins as early as our thirties, and accelerates as we head towards are fifties and upward.

So is it harder to build strength as you age? Yes.

Is it impossible? No.

Is it worth the effort? Absolutely.

Age is not a barrier to strength training and by building strength you will be setting yourself up for a healthier, longer life in a strong and resilient body.

Strength training is a powerful tool that everyone can use to improve both physical and mental health and to guard against ill health.

SO WHY WOULDN’T YOU?

Whether you’re a dyed-in-the-wool cardio junkie or just starting out on your fitness journey, there are a whole host of reasons for you to find time in your life for strength training. It:

Builds both physical and mental resilience and is a one-way ticket to greater self-belief and self-confidence

Increases your muscle mass, which boosts metabolism and helps you to reach and maintain a healthy weight

Stimulates bone growth and density, reducing the risk of bone loss, osteoporosis and fractures

Protects against injury and enables you to continue your favourite sports and activities uninterrupted

Sets you up to tackle life’s daily challenges and the ageing process head on 👊

Strength training doesn’t need to be complicated, intimidating, onerous, or boring.

Contact me today to see how I can help you build strength training into your life.