Is Your Metabolism Aging? Metabolism Aging Myths Uncovered

Do you think that as we age, the metabolism slows down? Not necessarily! Here is how to naturally speed up your metabolism, and no longer listen to those metabolism aging myths.

Thermogenesis, or the part of the metabolism that process food, actually stays about the same as we age. What is true is that as we get older, we tend to become more sedentary. Many people have sedentary jobs, we tend to become less active as we age, and sometimes it seems easier to relax on the couch rather than to go exercise. Individuals lose muscle mass, store more fat, and their BMR decreases when we become more and more sedentary. This is why people think metabolism slows when we get older.

Therefore, as you age, it is very important to stay active. I remember I had one very inspirational member of my gym – a woman who was ninety-six years old. She worked out three times a week, still could drive herself, was in great shape, and had a ton of energy. She was the perfect example of how we don’t necessarily have to let our metabolism slow down as we age.

Check out this video to learn more about how to keep the metabolism humming along…

By Fitmo Coach Justine SanFilippo, MS, CHC, CPT

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About Justine: Justine has kept off 45 Ibs and 4 sizes for over 15 years and is the author of “Lose Your Inches Without Losing Your Mind!”. If your goal is to lose weight, eat healthier, reduce stress, increase energy, or just totally revamp your lifestyle, she is the coach for you. Justine  will help you in your journey to achieve your goals! Learn more about Justine & working with her via the Fitmo app here.