Fitness and health experts have recommended a short but effective daily exercise routine for men and women over 40 to help slow age-related muscle loss and maintain strength.
According to medical research, muscle mass naturally begins to decline after the age of 40, with some loss occurring during each subsequent decade. This can contribute to reduced physical strength and a slower metabolism.
Experts say people do not necessarily need to spend hours in the gym to maintain muscle strength. Just 10 minutes of regular bodyweight or resistance exercises each day, including push-ups, squats and dumbbell exercises, can help preserve muscle strength and support bone health.
Such a simple daily routine can also improve flexibility, balance and overall physical function. Maintaining muscle strength and balance as people age may help reduce the risk of falls and fractures.
Experts also emphasize that exercise should be combined with a balanced, protein-rich diet. Adequate protein is essential for muscle repair and maintenance, particularly as the body’s ability to build and preserve muscle changes with age.
A combination of regular resistance exercise, sufficient protein and a balanced diet can therefore play an important role in supporting strength and mobility throughout later life.
The key message for people over 40 is that consistency matters more than spending long hours exercising. A short daily workout, combined with good nutrition, can become an effective part of a healthy ageing routine.