Penelope Morgan shows how lifting weights might be the closest thing we have to a fountain of youth, therefore dispelling the misconception that strength training is only for bodybuilders. According to her research-based approach, consistent strength training is a great tool for increasing healthspan and vitality; it does far more than just increase muscle.
Penelope says we normally lose 3-5% of muscular mass per decade after thirty. Strength training preserves metabolism, bone density, and functional independence by fighting this drop. She cites research demonstrating that weightlifting older persons had better cognitive ability and lower risk of chronic illnesses such heart disease and diabetes.
Her recommended prescription is Two to three weekly workouts concentrating on complex motions—squats, deadlifts, push-ups—that work many muscle groups. Surprisingly, especially for novices, she supports modest weights with correct form above excessive lifting.
Penelope also refutes the “cardio is king” idea by demonstrating how extra post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) burns calories well beyond the end of the activity.
Her treatment of sarcopenia, age-related muscle loss, and how strength training could prevent it is maybe most interesting. “Your future self will thank you, for every rep you do today.” she adds.
