Ways That Exercise Can Accelerate Aging

Some folks believe that too much of a good thing is wonderful. But where exercise is concerned, that just isn’t true! While it is extremely important to maintain overall physical fitness as we age, it’s also important that we not overdo it in any one particular area. Our bodies are always striving for balance and harmony so that all of our systems work efficiently.

If we push it too hard in one way or cut corners in another, that’s going to end up rearing its ugly head somehow.  So while you’re most definitely digging the effect of all those squats right now, or doing only cardio, your knees may not be feeling the joy later on.

Here are some of the ways that your exercise could be actually aging you… and what you can do to keep the balance while still remaining strong, flexible, and lean.

Take A Load Off

If you never take a break from your exercise routine, it's time to take a day or two off, or do a type of "recovery movements" instead.

Particularly if you’re past your 20’s when it takes more time for your muscles to recover.

By the time you’re in your 40’s, your muscles need 1-2 days to recover from an intense workout. So if you’re not taking periodic rests, you’re not giving your muscles the time they need to rebuild and repair.

If you’re just pounding the pavement every day because that’s what you think you should do, stop. You’re going to grind every part of you down to nothing at all: your joints, muscles, and even your will to exercise.

When that happens, you'll actually speed up the aging process, instead of slow it down. This is especially when AglessLX is essential as it prevents muscle-sparing while keeping your metabolic rate on high! (1)

Mix It Up, Buttercup 

Only doing cardio, or only weightlifting is not the balance your body needs to age properly. You need cardio, strength training, and flexibility to remain strong and balanced as you age. Without any kind of weight training at all, you'll have a slower metabolic rate and won't have the tight toned body we associate with youth. 

Likewise, if you’re only doing weight training, you might have the buns of steel you’ve been looking for but your muscles, cells, and organs don’t have the oxygen they’ve been looking for.

Oxygen is what these guys work for… aerobic exercise, is their payday. So you need both. Not just cardio, not just weights. One without the other will make you old before your time. To ward off the accelerated aged look associated with loss of muscle, choose AgelessLX to assist you with your beautiful body and faster metabolism goals! (2)

Adore The Floor Of Your Core

A strong core is more than just 6-pack abs. In fact, some might say that 6-pack abs don’t necessarily mean a strong core at all. To the trained eye, that seems a little unbalanced, unless it’s backed up with a strong back too.

Your pelvic floor, and entire hip and lower back region need attention as well. A strong pelvic floor assists with stopping you from peeing when you sneeze. Failing to work in this area will result in a weaker core all around. When your core is weak,  falls, and injuries are much more likely. Kegels and adductor work, abdominals including obliques and hips: it’s where intelligent core work happens. (3)

Get Warm To Your Form

Similar to understanding how your core isn’t just your front, good form isn’t just for career athletes or bodybuilders. If you’re not performing your squats right, or if your Warrior Pose is a little off, it will catch up with you. Take the time to learn how to do your exercises right. If you’re not using proper form and movement patterns, you’re setting yourself up for injury and a host of problems down the line.

Just Say No To Cheap Shoes

The fitness industry has made a point of driving home the idea that if you aren’t looking cute and matchy at the gym, you’re not doing it right. 

No girl, you do not need the latest butt-lifting leggings in order to attain a new level of fitness, but you do need well-made shoes.

They don’t have to be the most expensive, but don’t go bargain basement either! Take your time, read the reviews, ask questions, and shop around. Get shoes that will be your partner in the gym, and in your workout.

Get shoes that will really support you, and don’t worry about if they’re cute.

Each set of feet has a different need, so get something that works specifically for your foot and how it is shaped. High arches, over pronating, and all of the things that really matter are what you should think about when choosing a shoe.

Your plantar fascia doesn’t care if they’re cute… they care if they’ve got support. Give your body, and specifically, your feet, what is needed to excel, and you’ll never be sorry. (4)

Exercise is meant to keep you feeling youthful and alive. Don’t let anything come between you and that feeling, least of all the exercise itself!

Sources

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