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Easier Strength Training Gains With Consistent, Simple Workouts
Health Points
- New guidance says consistency matters more than a complex gym routine.
- Bodyweight exercises and resistance bands can be effective for improving function.
- Simple, sustainable workouts may help adults over 40 maintain mobility and health.
A major new review from the American College of Sports Medicine suggests that you don’t need a complex gym routine to see real results. Experts now emphasize that consistency and effort are far more important for your health than using expensive equipment or following perfect plans.
Building muscle through bodyweight exercises or resistance bands can be just as effective as traditional weightlifting for improving physical function. This accessible approach aims to help adults over 40 maintain their mobility and metabolic health without the intimidation of a traditional gym setting.
“Start now and start simply.”
“You do not need a complicated or perfect programme to benefit.”
“You just need to begin and do it consistently.”
says senior author Stuart Phillips, PhD, a professor of kinesiology at McMaster University. He notes that having flexible options makes it much easier for people to maintain a long-term fitness habit.
Focusing on a routine that fits your schedule will provide the greatest long-term benefits for your everyday physical strength and overall well-being.