Fitness
By age 30, virtually all adults, both male and female, begin to lose muscle mass. This begins an interlocking set of destructive cycles of body composition (fat vs. muscle) and hormone imbalance which makes it easier to gain fat and harder to retain muscle.
People sometimes wonder why they should spend the money necessary to hire a personal trainer. What are the benefits? Is it worth it?
A knowledgeable personal trainer can help you achieve your fitness goals more effectively
Progressive weight training targeting muscle growth has numerous benefits for seniors and the aging. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (nof.org/exercise) and the National Institute on Aging (www.nia.nih.gov/health/topics/exercise), physical exercise and strength training in seniors and the elderly can:
- Reverse Osteoporosis
- Improve stability and balance reducing the risk of falls
- Improve mental ability, including those struggling with Alzheimer's
- Extend independence and postpone the need for assisted living
Most health organizations including Mayo Clinic now believe children age 7-18 can gain significant benefits from SUPERVISED strength training1:
Everyone is different and different people have different drives and fears. Some people feel self-conscious in a gym environment or have physical limitations that make getting to the gym difficult. Some have difficulty getting motivated when they are alone and work best with the social interaction of the gym environment.