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May 26, 2011 | By Lynne Sheldon
Lynne Sheldon has over 12 years of dance experience, both in studios and performance groups. She is an avid runner and has studied several types of yoga. Sheldon now works as a freelance writer, editor and book reviewer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and art history from Boston University and recently completed her Master of Fine Arts in writing from Pacific University.
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<figcaption class="caption" rel="license"> Photo Credit Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images </figcaption></figure><!-- google_ad_section_start --><section class="section">Your body will change as you get older, but that does not mean you have to stop exercising. Strengthening exercises like lifting weights and other kinds of bodybuilding can help to keep you fit and strong, as well as to maintain your health and prevent certain diseases. Talk to your doctor before trying new fitness activities, and be sure to mention any conditions that may inhibit your ability to work out.
</section><section class="section">[h=2]Fitness Goals[/h]The amount of exercise you do each week and the intensity of your routines will depend on several factors, such as your age, strength and fitness levels, and any medical conditions or injuries you may have. Your workouts will also vary depending on whether you are trying to lose, gain or maintain your weight. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, men typically gain weight roughly until they reach 55, at which point their weight may begin to drop due to reduced testosterone levels. No matter what your fitness goals are, strength training can help you to achieve them.
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<section class="section">[h=2]Types and Frequency of Exercise[/h]Bodybuilding consists of strengthening exercises like squats, leg presses, chin-ups, sit-ups and other weight-bearing activities. You can build muscle using free weights, weight machines or resistance bands, and the amount of weight you lift will vary according to your strength and goals. Bodybuilding.com recommends that men aged 50 to 60 perform strengthening exercises four to five times a week for a half an hour to an hour per session, and that those who are 60 to 70 exercise three times a week for the same amount of time. Consider consulting a personal trainer for a workout tailored to your abilities and needs.
</section><section class="section">[h=2]Benefits[/h]Along with helping you become stronger and more fit, doing regular bodybuilding workouts can help prevent chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and certain kinds of cancer. It also increases your HDL or "good" cholesterol levels while lowering your triglycerides, which in turn helps to lessen the buildup of plaque in your arteries. Muscle mass decreases as you age, and performing exercises that build muscle can help to slow this process, improve your balance and reduce your likelihood of falling.
</section><section class="section">[h=2]Considerations[/h]Do not begin a bodybuilding routine without checking with your doctor to make sure you are healthy enough to do so. Do not lift weights that are too heavy or work out for too long, because doing so may lead to injuries. Drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise to prevent dehydration
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</section><section class="section">[h=2]Fitness Goals[/h]The amount of exercise you do each week and the intensity of your routines will depend on several factors, such as your age, strength and fitness levels, and any medical conditions or injuries you may have. Your workouts will also vary depending on whether you are trying to lose, gain or maintain your weight. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, men typically gain weight roughly until they reach 55, at which point their weight may begin to drop due to reduced testosterone levels. No matter what your fitness goals are, strength training can help you to achieve them.
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<section class="section">[h=2]Types and Frequency of Exercise[/h]Bodybuilding consists of strengthening exercises like squats, leg presses, chin-ups, sit-ups and other weight-bearing activities. You can build muscle using free weights, weight machines or resistance bands, and the amount of weight you lift will vary according to your strength and goals. Bodybuilding.com recommends that men aged 50 to 60 perform strengthening exercises four to five times a week for a half an hour to an hour per session, and that those who are 60 to 70 exercise three times a week for the same amount of time. Consider consulting a personal trainer for a workout tailored to your abilities and needs.
</section><section class="section">[h=2]Benefits[/h]Along with helping you become stronger and more fit, doing regular bodybuilding workouts can help prevent chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and certain kinds of cancer. It also increases your HDL or "good" cholesterol levels while lowering your triglycerides, which in turn helps to lessen the buildup of plaque in your arteries. Muscle mass decreases as you age, and performing exercises that build muscle can help to slow this process, improve your balance and reduce your likelihood of falling.
</section><section class="section">[h=2]Considerations[/h]Do not begin a bodybuilding routine without checking with your doctor to make sure you are healthy enough to do so. Do not lift weights that are too heavy or work out for too long, because doing so may lead to injuries. Drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise to prevent dehydration
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