Bodybuilding Tips, How To Train Your Body After Age 40



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You have heard it said that your age is merely a number and in many respects that is true, however when it comes to getting in shape it can play an important role in how. Many people use their age as an excuse not to get in shape or lead a healthy lifestyle including a decent workout regimen.

The first thing you should know is that your age is not a note from mom and dad letting you out of physical education. When you approach healthy eating, weight training and cardio, training correctly there is no reason why you cannot be healthy not to mention in great shape no matter how old you are.

If you are interested in reshaping your body, becoming healthy and fit, losing weight and or increasing bone density weightlifting and bodybuilding are exactly what you are looking for. Besides everyone knows that people who are fit and trim have better self-esteem and generally feel better about life as a whole.

A funny thing happens in the brain when you exercise; there is a release of endorphins to the rest of the body that aid you by giving you a sense of happiness.

To start with a few basics it is understood that at 40 years old you might need to make a concession or two in your workout regimen. That however does not mean you should fall for the lies about aging.

When we age muscles and joints are not as flexible as they were when you were 20 so you will need to pay special attention to proper stretching and warm up exercises. Take 15 minutes and devote it to stretching muscles and joints. This will give you better flexibility and decrease your risk of injury to muscles and joints. The better you do this 15-minute routine the more conditioned your muscles will get.

Once you have completed your stretching routine, it is time to move on to the cardio workout. Plan on 15 minutes for this segment and utilize any equipment you have at your disposal such as elliptical, stair climber, bike or treadmill but do not think you have to go full bore, just increase your heart rate a little and build on the limbering exercises you completed earlier. This puts you in prime mode to get serious with your work out.

The next step should be to work out with light weights, if you are doing circuit training or a free weight routine, have a quick run through without the stress of heavy weights, and then follow this brief warm up by doing reps with the appropriate weights.

Bodybuilders of all levels find a pyramid method very helpful in their weight routines. This technique consists of doing more repetitions with less weights and then lessening the reps as you add more and more weights. The pyramid technique is great for building body mass and more muscle.

Concentrate on the proper form at all times, even if you have to cut back on the weight or the reps, having your form correct with each lift must be foremost in your mind. Not only does this maximize your results, it cuts down on the risk of injury.

Your routine with weights should not last longer than 30-45 minutes each session and you should be training at least 4 days a week. At the end of your weight session, you can again repeat a cardio session as a way to wind down, but to also strengthen your heart and lungs.

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