"Defying Aging: How Strength Training Can Alter the Course of Physical Decline"

Prioritizing physical fitness and health as you age can help combat the natural decline in muscle function and mass known as sarcopenia. Resistance training, specifically strength training, is key to slowing down the rate of decline and preventing muscle loss. Regular strength training with moderate to heavy weights has been shown to be effective and safe in combating sarcopenia. The National Strength and Conditioning Association recommends two to three days per week of strength training involving multiple joint exercises, with six to 12 repetitions per set. Seeking guidance from a professional can help tailor an exercise program to individual needs and goals.