While out walking Gimli today, I ran into two friends I hadn't seen for a while. After we caught up on our kids, we talked exercise. Shocking I know :).
One of the gals had taken a class from me 15-20 years ago on a regular basis. She commented the first time she took my class, she "killed" it. Until the next day when she was sore all over. She said she hadn't done any strength since working out with me.
As an instructor all those years ago, I wanted to crush my students. Make them feel it all over. Not so much anymore. I want people to add strength into their life in a way that is doable for the rest of their lives!
This is exactly why I have a 10 minute playlist on my YouTube Channel- The Perfect Balance. Lots of bodyweight workouts at home. The stronger our bodies are, the easier it is to get older. And we are all getting older.
My other friend said her doctor encouraged her to add strength training to her week 3X a week. After getting a high blood pressure diagnosis- the doctor encouraged strength! Music to my ears!
If you are not doing any strength right now, you can start by adding a few minutes a couple times a week. YouTube is a great free resource for everyone. Or hire a trainer. Regardless, the effects of regular strength training are huge in the big picture of life.
You'll always be able to get up out of a chair. Which is the #1 reason people go into a nursing home. That's a squat friends!!!
Adding things to your day- whether it's an apple or some kitchen counter push-ups always pays off!!!
Your health is your wealth!