Strength Training Over 40: What Changes and What Doesn't

There is a pervasive myth that getting older means giving up on serious training. The science says otherwise. Yes, testosterone declines, recovery takes longer, and injury risk increases. But the adaptations to strength training remain robust well into your 60s and beyond. The key adjustments: more warm-up time, smarter programming, better sleep, and higher protein intake. The principles are the same — the execution requires more care.