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Resistance training: How to stay strong as you age
ZOE Science & Nutrition
Resistance training and the importance of muscles as you age
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This chapter discusses the significance of muscles and their loss as you age, emphasizing how resistance training can help combat muscle loss and strengthen the body. It highlights the challenges of gaining muscle as you age, particularly for women during menopause, but also provides good news that a small amount of exercise each week can result in significant muscle gains. The chapter emphasizes the importance of resistance training over cardio and mentions key types of exercises: pressing, pulling, and hip hinge. It also suggests that even lighter weights can be effective for resistance training and recommends incorporating cardio exercises like walking, along with adhering to a routine for long-term benefits.
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