:

Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 11, 2025

4 min

Should elderly people avoid lifting weights? The truth about strength training for seniors

According to the CDC, adults can lose up to 8% of their muscle mass per decade after age 40, a process called sarcopenia. Addressing the common misconception, the answer to **should elderly people avoid lifting weights?** is a resounding no, with proper guidance.

Read Healthy Aging