ASK THE WH FIT SQUAD

The squad reveal how to build muscle in your forties and beyond

Want to run further, lift heavier or nail your first pull-up? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve recruited some of the finest fitness brains to form the WH fit squad. Each month, they’ll answer your questions and give you the tools you need to make good on your goals. To start, Olympian and PT Michelle Griffith-robinson explains why you might find it tougher building muscle as you get older – and why you should do it anyway

Michelle Griffith-robinson

Olympian, life coach and PT. ‘I want to get people on the road to enjoying exercise, particularly women over 45 – let’s get fit for life, not to fit into a dress.’

Luke Worthington

Sports scientist and strength and conditioning specialist. ‘I’ve helped clients from A-list actors to rehab referrals, and work to dispel fitness myths and demystify the science.’

Dr Rebecca Robinson

Consultant in sports and exercise medicine at the Centre for Health and Human Performance. ‘I help active women overcome perceived fitness barriers, from periods to perimenopause.’

Alice Liveing

PT and bestselling author. ‘I’ve worked in the industry for six years. To me, fitness means challenging the body, and I’m passionate about inspiring women to lift weights.’

Peter ‘Pmac’ Maciver

PT and yoga teacher. ‘For me, fitness is about feeling good, and knowing you can perform everyday movements with ease.’

Amanda Ngonyama

Athlete, sports scientist, teacher (PE specialist) and gymnastics coach. ‘My mantra is: “The work doesn’t start until you get tired.” I love performing at high intensity.’