Fitness tips for over 40s

As we age and especially after we have reached the age of 30, our bodies slowly begin to decline. You will often find that when you reach the age of 40, you actually gain weight much faster than when you were younger.

The main reasons for this is that once we reach the age of 30, the muscles in our body start to shrink because they are not being used properly. Also, our bones become much less dense over time. In some cases, this can lead to a person suffering from osteoporosis. Unfortunately, as our muscles begin to shrink, our metabolic rate also begins to slow. However, there are things a person can do when they reach the age of 40 that can help prevent muscle loss and keep their metabolic rate running at a good level. Through the right kind of diet and following a good exercise regimen, you’ll soon find that you’ve lost that extra weight you’ve gained.

However, here are a few tips to help make sure you stick to your exercise regimen.

tip 1

It is important that you have a good comprehensive set of exercises in your training program. You need ones that flex and stretch your body and also include some cardio exercises. By including such a good set of exercises in your training program, you are less likely to sustain any type of injury.

tip 2

Never do the same routine every day, instead mix it up a bit. So one day go and do a gym session and another day just go for a walk or bike ride. If you mix up your exercise regimen more, you’re less likely to get bored of it, and therefore less likely to quit. Also, by varying your workout routines, you’re less likely to sustain any type of injury because you’re not overexerting any set of muscles.

tip 3

Before beginning any type of training, it is vital that you first perform the correct types of stretching exercises. If you start exercising while your muscles are still tight, it can spell disaster for you. Remember that as you age, your muscles are not as elastic as they were when you were younger. Therefore, stretching before you exercise or throughout the day in general will help your muscles regain and retain their elasticity.

By keeping the tips above in mind, you should be on your way to getting back in shape and helping to maintain a healthy weight for your body. Certainly in a matter of weeks you will see some improvement in your strength levels and you will start to notice that you have also started to lose the flab.

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