Resistance training offers numerous physical, mental, and functional benefits at ALL ages.
What exactly is Resistance training?
Resistance training is a form of exercise using any type of resistance to increase muscular strength: weights, bands, bodyweight, or even moving through the air against gravity.
If you don’t have any bands or weights at home, try finding something around the house to lift (canned good, bottle of lotion/shampoo, an apple, get creative!) It doesn’t matter what you use to add resistance – it just matters that you are putting resistance on your muscles.
Did you know by consistently adding resistance exercises into your routine you can:
- Increases Muscle Mass & Strength (Slows age-related muscle loss)
- Enhances Bone Density (Reduces risk of osteoporosis and fractures)
- Improves Joint Health & Flexibility (Helps manage arthritis symptoms and improves range of motion)
- Boosts Metabolism (Supports healthy weight and blood sugar levels)
- Improves Balance and Coordination (Lowers fall risk)
- Reduces Blood Pressure (Decreases chronic disease burden)
- Enhances Cognitive Function (Linked to better memory, focus, and executive function
- Enhances Sleep Quality (Increases immunity and mental health)
When it comes to building new, healthy routines – simplicity is the secret weapon for success. Keeping it simple with three easy steps reduces overwhelm and ensures success. Start adding the Easy as 1, 2,3 resistance exercises into your daily routine today! Follow along on our website or socials for weekly Easy as 1, 2, 3 posts to become a healthier, more independent YOU. Subscribing to our newsletter is another way to get free, healthy living tips sent right to you!
*Helpful tip* For a simple way to add exercises into your routine – choose one tv show each day and try doing some resistance exercises during each commercial break!
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