Tweet of the Week:

DanGo @FitFounder stresses the importance of strength exercise for men in their 30s/40s to reap the benefit in their 70's.

"An 80 year old man who lifts is as strong as a 30 year old man who doesn't.

After the age of 30 muscle mass decreases by approximately 3-8% every decade. This rate of decline becomes even faster after the age of 60.

This reminds me of my dad who decided to start lifting & running at 40 years old. Now at the age of 76, his body and brain are as active as ever. He doesn't need any form of assistance, he's living independently and doing it on his terms.

A couple sessions a week of weight training is the ultimate form of delayed gratification. You're trading 90 minutes a week for a lifetime of mobility, strength, and brain health. I'd make that trade in a heartbeat.

I know some people in their old age who look back and regret not taking better care of themselves. They got to a point where there was no return. You don't want to let that happen to you. It's better to be the oldest person in the weight room than the youngest person in the nursing home.
Lift now so you can reap the benefits later."

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Workout:

This punchy 30 min Workout from @london_fitness_guy has 2 variations if you're stuck for time or access to Weights. Opt for the Bodyweight version on your lunch hour and ramp it up at home with some Dumbbells.

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Quiz:

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Dose of Inspiration:

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Spotted on Instagram:

@Jamessmithpt explains how to rectify the er 'weak arm' in lifting

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Recommendations:

1. Recipe:

Autumn is almost upon us so why not add some Fall Flavours to your lunchtime munch with this hearty Vegan Lentil Soup, which by the way 'is the Best Lentil Soup You Will Ever Make'.

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2. Book: The Mind Manual by Dr Alex George

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3. Gear:

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What are We Listening To?:

The Most Relaxing Playlist in the World - Ambient Zone (Spotify) - Perfect for a dreamy Sunday afternoon at home this playlist will help you rewind and recharge in no time.

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