You might think building muscle is just for bodybuilders, but let me tell you—muscle is for everyone. No matter your age, adding muscle to your body can change your health, your energy, and even your metabolism in ways you didn’t realize. It’s not just about looking strong—it’s about staying strong, feeling good, and keeping your body running at its best. Still not convinced? Here are six solid reasons why muscle should be a priority for you starting right now.

5 reasons you should make sure you have plenty of muscle on your body no matter your age!

1. The more muscle you have the higher your resting metabolic rate is, meaning you can eat more food without gaining weight.
2. Muscle helps to regulate your blood sugar! Every time your muscles have to contract they use glucose for energy to do that which can lower your blood sugar levels in the short term
3. Prevent or reverse Sarcopenia(age related muscle loss) Studies show that after age 30, on average, you will lose 1-2% of your muscle mass each year. If you don’t proactively try to keep it, it’s literally a case of if you don’t use it, you lose it!
4. Building muscle increases your bone density. I’m sure you can think of someone a little older who had a fall and broke a hip, or wrist from just a simple fall. It doesn’t have to be that way. Your muscles attach to your bones. When you increase your muscle size they pull more on your bones, your bones in turn respond by becoming stronger and more dense to counter the pull from the muscle.
5. Higher energy levels! When you have more muscle on your body you generally have less fat also which can lead to a stronger immune system, higher energy levels, and reduced stress. It’s literally an all around win!

Bonus reason to build muscle!

• Dopamine! When your muscles contract, your body releases dopamine, also known as the “feel-good” hormone which can help relieve stress, boost happiness and decrease anxiety!

So there you have it, 5 great reasons to start building muscle at any age (plus a bonus reason). These don’t even include the fact that new muscles will look amazing on you, so get to lifting! If you’re looking for guidance in the gym, let us know! Sabertooth Fitness Company offers both online and in-person training along with nutrition coaching. Let’s do the damn thing because it’s never too late to start! Contact us today to get started!

Stay Strong 💪🏻

~ Coach Ame