Daily Weight Loss Tips

October 12, 2005

Here’s Why Metabolism Decreases With Age

Filed under: Weight Loss Facts — @ 9:39 am on October 12, 2005

Its because as we age, our muscle mass decreases. Muscle burns calories. Less muscle = less calories burned = more fat!

To counter the effects of aging on metabolism, start a weight-training program to gain back the muscle.

If you haven’t done any weight training before, I recommend the following program:

Weight Lifting For Absolute Beginners

Don’t worry, you won’t “bulk up” :) You will just get a nicely toned body and increase your metabolism!

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