How You Can Slow Down Aging ?

If you knew exercise would slow down the aging process, would you commit to it?

 Do you think because you are getting older, exercise is not as important?

Why We Need to Exercise !

Now aging is something we can not control, but we can sure slow down the aging process. And one of the ways to do this is by exercising. But I have found with many women the older they get, they feel exercising is not as important.  Because when we were younger, many times we would exercise for upcoming bikini season, a wedding, high school reunion, vacation, etc. But, did you know that exercising can actually slow down the aging process? And it is just as important, if not more important, when we are older as exercise. As it can be very instrumental in slowing down the aging process.

Exercise + Healthy Eating + Aging !

If you are like me, then you want to age as slowly and gracefully as possible. As I believe we all know that taking care of our skin and wearing sunscreen daily can have tremendous benefits on slowing down the aging process of our skin.  And of course, eating a healthy diet with minimal sugars, healthy fats, organic fruits & veggies and lean proteins will also help with the aging process. But I don’t think women put enough priority on exercising for a healthy, younger body too. As I have found most women did not know that aging can actually be slowed down by exercising.

Can Exercise Stop the Aging Process ?

So, here is an informative article to explain more, “Here’s Proof That Exercise Can Basically Stop Your Body From Aging”. As the article talks about how our bodies can be as “young” as other women half our age. “Researchers found that the muscles of active 70-year-olds were nearly indistinguishable from the muscles of active 25-year-olds. In fact, the study’s authors concluded that these active seniors appeared to be biologically 30 years younger than their actual age.” And the article offer’s more great motivating information about the importance of exercising, so link above to read more.

I Hate Going to the Gym !

Yes, there are many women who hate going to the gym. As that is what I hear most often from my personal training clients and why many of them stop or hate to workout. So, please do not let this be a reason for not exercising. As this is one of the main reasons I started my blog; to share workouts with you that can be done at the gym, but mostly for at home or when traveling. And everyone is always looking for motivation and ideas for exercising. So I don’t want your hatred of the gym or lack of time to prevent you for exercising. Now, you can link here, FitFabForever Workouts , for 50+ workouts for your choosing and get ready to have fun, and get younger.

Exercise Won’t Make A Difference in Keeping Me Younger !

Also, if you are still not convinced, here is more information explaining the exercise + aging connection from the NYTimes, “Regular Exercise May Keep Your Body 30 Years Younger”.  As the body is quite miraculous in rejuvenating itself, but it also shows the care we give it or the neglect. So as I read this, it brought great hope that even though our bodies are aging, we can have a part in how fast it ages. ” These men and women also had much higher aerobic capacities than most people their age, the study showed, making them biologically about 30 years younger than their chronological ages, the study’s authors concluded. The muscles of older men and women who have exercised for decades are indistinguishable in many ways from those of healthy 25-year-olds.” So, keeping the body active and moving will make you feel better, but it will also keep you from aging faster too!

Why Wait ?

As a new year is starting soon, and many women begin to think about their new years resolutions.  And many times it’s a goal to exercise more. But I say, why wait? Because with each new day, we have the opportunity to better care for our bodies and there is no time like the present to begin. So, let the aging process slow down today by getting your body moving and exercising on a regular basis. And yes “Age Is Just A Number”, but it sure does not mean we have to look our age!

in health + happiness, Christie