It's Never Too Late to Start Lifting Weights

According to Consumer Reports magazine, the primary reason older people wind up in nursing homes is the lack of muscle strength in their hip flexors, which enables one to rise from a seated position. After age 50, muscle mass declines precipitously. However, there's hope. Anyone can stave off this decrease in muscle by lifting weights two to three times per week. Even people in their nineties can derive real benefit. Weight lifting also encourages bone density. Check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program, but don't put it off: Stronger bones and muscles translates into better health, better quality of life and fewer medications and doctor visits!