How to stay in shape in your 40s

Tips to help you keep the muscle mass and shed the extra fat

We all notice that around 40 years old, body weight increases and muscle strength decreases. These are the normal effects of aging, sedentary lifestyle and less age-appropriate diet.

Your 40s are the perfect time to start developing healthy habits that keep you feeling good for years to come, starting with making it a priority to stay fit.
So in order to compensate for the aging and help the body to function better by boosting the metabolism, we have some tips:

Walk walk walk…

One easy way to stay fit throughout your 40s is to move more during the day. Take time away from technology and go on a walk. It takes is a quick 30-minute walk to help clear your mind and boost your metabolism. Set a daily steps goal (lets say 5000) and track. There are plenty of hand wrist devices that you could use to help with the tracking.

Workout

At this age you need to preserve your lean muscle mass – plan an exercises schedule and stick to it. Also add strength training to your weekly routine. There is plenty you can do to build muscle with a couple of dumbbells at home, some resistance bands, or even your own body. Try to find an activity that gets your heart rate up, makes your muscles work and brings you joy. To get started on a strength training routine, be sure to talk to your doctor and/or seek a fitness trainer.

Diet

Diet is even more important as exercise in staying fit. You will need to have a balanced diet that includes proteins, healthy fats, smaller amounts of carbs (low-glycemic index preferably), and minerals and vitamins from fruits and veggies.  this type of diet gives you energy, allows you to keep up with your fitness routine, and helps fight off diseases.