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Ah, how lovely would it be to remain forever young?
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(Some of thelongest-living peoplein the world consumed plant-based foods and fewer processed meats.)
In addition to that, working exercise into your regular routine is critical toleading a long, healthy life.
Researchers from theNational Institute on Aginghave been busy studying strength training and its benefits for over 40 years.
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Lucky for us, they’ve pinpointed plenty of ways it can have a positive impact on older individuals.
Once you hit this “peak,” the performance and power of your muscles start to gradually decline.
This includes choosing the right walking shoes, warming up, and stretching after you cool down.
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Seventy-eight percent say running helps them feel more levelheaded (viaCoach Mag).
And it doesn’t stop at just running.
The article also mentions that exercise can enhance one’s cognitive abilities.
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The researchers took this study a step further by having the participants complete a fitness program for eight weeks.
Working out basically overruled the damage that was done from being on bed rest.
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