For most people when we are younger we train for asthetics , wanting to change the way we look , whether that it is to be leaner, more toned, wanting to change body shape , but generally that was the driver.
It is interesting as we age that the reasons change. It becomes more about getting stronger , keeping mobile, reducing pain and for health reasons.
Exercise becomes a daily necessity, and doing weight bearing exercise becomes a non negotiable part of our day to day lives. More and more research is being done into the importance of strength training as we age, how muscle is becoming know as the organ of longevity.
When our health and werllbeing becomes our reason for training, it makes it far easier to create a habit and stick to it. Knowing that what we are doing is enabling us to live a longer healthier life is far more of a compelling reason to do something that trying to become size “X” !
It is so important that we view exercise, movement, mobility and strength as an essential part of our day to day lives, and that we find a way to fit it into our lives . For some this may be going to the gym for an hour, for others it is finding 15mins at home to do some exercises. We do not need to train as if we are an Olympian, but finding the time to fit what we can do into our week is so important. If you are unsure where to start then reach out to a Personal Trainer , to help set you on the right path and provide the guidance and exercises that are right for you.
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