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The Closest Thing We Have to an Anti-Ageing Pill? Strength Training.
Discover the proven benefits of strength training for over 40s. From building muscle to improving bone density, here’s why it’s the most powerful way to age well.
Why Strength Training Over 45 Is So Important
If you’re in your 40s, 50s or 60s and want to stay strong, mobile, and independent — strength training could be the most important thing you ever do.
It’s the most effective way to:
- Build muscle after 40
- Improve bone density naturally
- Support joint health and mobility
- Boost energy and slow the ageing process
You don’t need to go to a big gym or lift heavy weights to get the benefits. At POWER, we specialise in helping people who’ve never felt comfortable in gyms before — guiding them through personalised training in a friendly, supportive space.
The Science Behind Strength Training and Ageing
Muscle loss happens faster than you think
After 30, most adults lose 3–8% of muscle per decade.
By 60, that rate can double to up to 15% per decade.
This loss (called sarcopenia) makes everyday tasks harder — and increases risk of injury, falls, and loss of independence.
(Source: American College of Sports Medicine)
Women and bone loss after menopause
For women, the five to seven years after menopause bring a 20% drop in bone density on average.
But strength training has been proven to stimulate bone growth, particularly when it includes progressive resistance or impact-based movement.
(Source: LIFTMOR trial, Griffith University)
It protects your health — and your independence
According to a 2016 study published in Preventive Medicine: People who strength train at least twice a week have 46% lower risk of all-cause death
And 41% lower risk of cardiac-related death
Another study found that just 12 weeks of resistance training significantly improved strength, balance and functional ability in adults over 60 — reducing the risk of falls and keeping people active longer.
(Source: Journal of Aging and Health)
Strength Training Isn’t About the Gym. It’s About Your Life.
At POWER, we work with people who:
- Feel nervous or out of place in traditional gyms
- Want to improve strength and mobility without pain
- Care more about feeling better than “getting ripped”
- Have been told by their doctor to exercise, but don’t know where to start
We coach real people through safe, effective strength training in small groups, tailored to their needs and fitness level.
Whether your goal is to:
- Carry the shopping without back pain
- Climb stairs without feeling out of breath
- Keep up with your kids or grandkids
- Stay active for years to come
Strength training gives you the physical freedom to live life on your terms.
How to Start Strength Training Over 45 (Even If You’re a Complete Beginner)
You don’t need to be fit.
You don’t need to have experience.
And you definitely don’t need to do it alone.
At POWER, we guide you every step of the way — from your very first session to long-term progress. Each session is led by a coach, so you feel confident, safe, and supported.
Most of our members hadn’t trained in years — and many say they feel stronger in their 50s than they did in their 30s.
The Bottom Line: Strength Training Is the Best Anti-Ageing Exercise
If there were a pill that could:
- Increase your strength and energy
- Improve your posture and balance
- Boost your confidence and mood
- Help you stay independent as you age
You’d take it. Right?
The closest thing we have is strength training.
And it’s never too late to start.
Ready to experience the benefits of strength training for yourself?
At POWER, we make getting started easy with our 30-Day Kickstart — designed specifically for people who want to feel better, get stronger, and train in a supportive environment.
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