The #1 Thing Helping My 40+ Body

Want fewer aches? Do this!

There’s no denying that our body changes as we get older.

They don’t repair themselves as efficiently and are more susceptible to inflammation, joint stiffness and lingering muscle soreness.

Gone are the days when you can power through a tough workout and feel fine the next day.

Don’t worry, there are simple ways to take care of your body so you can still feel strong and amazing. 💪

One thing I’ve learned in my 40s is how important it is to give my muscles a little extra care for a strong, mobile body.

Today, I’m sharing the one thing that’s made the biggest difference in how I feel.

JUST ONE THING

So what is the #1 thing helping my body in my 40s?

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Your JUST ONE THING to to Be Strong & Mobile in Your 40s

Extra muscle care

Here’s how I take extra care of my muscles:

- Myo-fascial release with a foam roller

- Full body dynamic stretching

- Recovery days in between my harder strength training workouts

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How My Fitness Routine Has Changed in My 40’s

1. Foam roll before AND after every workout - It’s part of my warm-up AND my cool down. (👉 Need a good roller? Get yourself a Rollga. It’s the best! Use my coupon code MEGAN15)
2. Full body dynamic stretching before AND after every workout - I spend at least 5 minutes prepping & activating my muscles and joints with this, and then another 5 minutes at the end recovering.
3. Active recovery days -  I always take a day off from any kind of intense activity in between my weight lifting workouts. I do yoga, more foam rolling, and go for long walks.

Extra Tip: Adjust this recovery method to suit your own routine or personal needs! Doing extra balance or coordination work, or even any rehab exercises you may be working on are all great activities for “active recovery days”.

Did You Know...

• You can lift more and work harder when your muscles are fully rested and recovered. Pushing through tired muscles often slows your progress.
• What you eat matters! On tough workout days, drink more water and eat extra protein to help aid muscle repair.
• Using a muscle roller can reduce soreness by about 30% after two days—it really works!

‍Until next week... Be strong💪