BE LEAN AND WIRY AT ANY STAGE OF LIFE

CARRYING too much fat poses a major risk to your health and ages you fast. Developing an improved muscle-to-fat ratio lowers the risk of all chronic, lifestyle-related and totally preventable diseases.

While it used to be thought that we can’t grow muscle once we get older — or that muscle growth decreases — this has been shown to be untrue. A group of people in their 90s were asked to exercise for 12 weeks. Their muscle mass and power both increased, proving we can gain strength at any age.

The best way to build lean muscle is to do resistance training, including lifting weights, which I do.

Ask a fitness expert for advice on what will best suit your needs.