If you are serious about improving your overall health and quality of life. It's time to consider incorporating strength training into your weekly routine. In this article, we'll dive deeper into the importance of strength training and why it deserves a spot as the 4th habit in The FIVE90 Challenge.
1. Build/maintain muscle mass.
Muscle plays a crucial role in your health and longevity. Unfortunately, as you age, you will begin to lose muscle mass. This process, known as sarcopenia, can accelerate after the age of 35, with a yearly muscle loss rate of 1-2%.
For those over 60, this loss can escalate to 3% per year.
Strength training is a powerful tool against age-related muscle loss. It's the only form of exercise that can significantly increase muscle mass, helping you maintain strength and vitality as you age. Muscle contractions drive our movements, from walking to carrying, and proper muscle function is essential for posture and overall mobility.