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Top 10 Reasons People Over 50 Should Practice Resistance Training

  • Writer: CRAIG BRYAN
    CRAIG BRYAN
  • Apr 20, 2020
  • 1 min read


Resistance training is one of the best things we can do for our health later in life. It includes weightlifting, using resistance bands, practicing yoga, or performing moves like pushups. Whatever you call it, strength training is a must for people over 50. Here are just 10 reasons why. (We have LOTS more…)

1. Resistance training adds years to your life.

2. Stronger muscles = stronger bones.

3. It works out the brain, too.

4. Less body fat, better skin tone.

5. Play better golf, tennis and more.

6. Resistance training lowers blood pressure, bad cholesterol and inflammation.

7. It relieves anxiety and tension.

8. It helps improve our self-esteem and keeps us from thinking we’re weak.

9. It can improve memory and mild cognitive impairment.

10. Strength training is effective at treating the symptoms of Type 2 diabetes and other ailments.

 
 
 

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