Topic: Functional Strength

Ageing can affect muscle, strength and physical capacity, but older muscle can still adapt. Here’s what the evidence says about resistance training, protein and protecting the strength you use in everyday life.

You don’t need the heaviest weights in the gym to build muscle. Research shows that different loads can work — but heavier resistance has an important advantage for maximal strength.

Functional strength is the everyday capacity to stand, carry, climb and stay steady. It is less about gym numbers and more about what your body can reliably do.