Getting Older Is No Reason To Slow Down

The body's metabolism is seen as some mysticalconsequences result. It becomes easier to put on
force that burns calories and helps keep our weightextra body fat especially in the abdominal area and
under control. But in reality it is our body's engine and itthe possibility of becoming obese increases.
is the rate that we burn fuel.This can lead to impaired glucose tolerance which is
When we are young we have the metabolism orthe inability of the body to efficiently control blood
engine power of a grunty V8 but in the latter stagessugar levels. This condition can lead to diabetes and so
of our life our engine size could be compared with thatcalled metabolic syndrome with its associated
of a motor scooter. This is not just a process of agingdisorders. The increase in body fat also increases the
but a process of us slowing down as we get older.risk for chronic conditions like cancer and heart disease
After all we have always been told we should growand can lead to a reduction in the quality of life.
old "gracefully".Muscle loss causes accelerated aging syndrome
The rate of metabolism is determined by how muchwhich leaves you feeling old and tired long before your
muscle mass you have. The more muscle mass youtime. If you have an expanding waistline, shrinking
have, the more calories or fuel you burn every minutemuscles and fitness, lack energy and enthusiasm for
of the day regardless of what activity you are doing.life, and are tired all the time you need to seriously get
Your muscle strength is a basic component of health,started on an exercise program that will rebuild lost
fitness and wellness and is crucial for the performancestrength.
of everyday activities and recreational pursuits. In olderA strength training program is what is needed along
adults muscular strength is considered to be the mostwith some cardio interval training, so join your local
important health related element of physical fitness.gym and take advantage of expert instruction and
As we get older, unless we take care of our musclessupervision so you can turn this situation around as
to keep them active and strong, they lose mass, getquickly as possible. You are lucky, with the knowledge
weaker and affect and slow our metabolism.we now have you get a second chance. In just a
In an inactive person the rate that we lose this musclecouple of months of a proper strength training program
mass is as much as 15% after age 50 up to age 70.you can reverse several decades of muscle loss.
Then after age 70, this process accelerates to 30%Do not allow the old idea that we must slow down as
each decade.we get older. Inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle will
So what does a slower metabolic rate mean to us?erode your health and mobility and land you in a nursing
As muscles burn most of the calories your body useshome unless you take steps to stay strong and fit
and is the body's most active tissue when musclethroughout your life. Increased muscle mass is the best
mass diminishes metabolism is altered and manyretirement insurance to protect your future.