Strength/resistance training is crucial to build and maintain muscle mass. Muscle supports a healthy metabolism and helps you burn fat. Maintaining muscle is important for overall health, physical function and quality of life, especially as we age. Research also suggests exercise is linked to improvements in sleep quantity and quality, cognition, energy, and mood. This means exercise may help you feel better from the inside out and not only live a longer life, but a better life!
Incorporate a minimum of two strength training sessions per week, targeting all the major muscle groups of the body. This can be done with body weight exercises, weights, bands, or exercise machines. Whatever you choose, ensure you are challenging your muscles.