Muscle loss is the cause of weight gain…muscle is actually the tissue of longevity. Muscle is not just used for movement; it is also the foundation of your metabolism. Muscle acts to regulate how your body digests carbs and fats.
The stronger and healthier your muscles are, the more carbs and fats your body will burn. Losing muscle is a bad thing not only for the way we look but also for our long-term health!
Here are the warning signs that you might be losing muscle:
**Warning Sign 1**: You are noticing weight gain in areas you didn’t before.
**Warning Sign 2**: You feel weak and have no energy to get through the day.
**Warning Sign 3**: Your body has lost shape, and you feel more saggy and flabby.
Many of our clients suffer from muscle loss, especially once they get over 35 years old. Here are the top two strategies we implement to fight muscle loss:
**Fight Muscle Loss Tip 1**: Increase your protein intake.
– Aim for 1-2 palmfuls of lean protein 4-5 times a day.
– Protein provides your body with the building blocks for metabolism, tissue function, and regulation of all organs.
**Fight Muscle Loss Tip 2**: Do full-body strength sessions 2-4 times a week.
– Nothing prevents muscle loss like actively lifting weights.
– Even if you have injuries, you can work around them to retain muscle and get better with age.
– Strength training breaks down old, weak tissue and rebuilds it into new, stronger muscles.
– You’ll not only get stronger but also more toned!
The more cardio and fad diets you do, the more muscle you end up losing. The more muscle you lose, the harder it is to gain it back. This leads to a slower metabolism, which will cause you to gain more body fat and develop health issues over time.
Implement these two tips today and STOP losing muscle!
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