Picture yourself at your high school reunion. Everybody there is the same age.
Yet, some look way older, some look younger. Why?
Some (ok – most) would like the easy way out. A magic pill to restore their youth!
There is only ONE fountain of youth that’s PROVEN to work – EXERCISE!
View it as a necessary evil, if need be. But ask yourself how you want to age?
YOUR FUTURE SELF: HOW DO YOU WANT TO BE AT 85 YEARS OLD?
Is your future self going to thank you for what you are doing today?
Are you being proactive with your health?
Are you keeping your muscle mass?
**Many aging issues are preventable and/or reversible
**Your HABITS in your 30s, 40s and 50s will determine your independence later in
life
**70% of aging is influenced by your LIFESTYLE
**1/2 of your leg strength is lost between 20 and 80 years old unless you offset it
**Leg strength is the best determination of your future independence and fall risk
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
**It doesn’t take much time to see results – better balance, Activities of Daily
Living become easier, your world doesn’t continue to shrink
**Exercise gives you self-confidence – in the gym AND beyond!
**Start with 20 minutes – 2-3 times a week. Make it a habit, Build from there.
