sitting, and generally exercise only one targeted muscle group at a time.


Recover Muscle Weightlifters also slow Mother Nature’s habit of stealing muscle during aging. “Women lose an average of five pounds of muscle per decade after age 30 until menopause, when the rate increases even more,” Westcott says. Studies have found that during a woman’s first six months of twice-weekly weight train- ing, she can rebuild about one-quarter pound of muscle per week, he says. Because becoming stronger makes


everything from chores to other kinds of workouts easier, women become firmer, fitter and more self-confident, Lucille observes. Independence rises, along with self-esteem. “As with all things in life: If you push against resistance, you get stronger,” she says. “That’s true both mentally and physically.”


Note: Experts recommend using a certified trainer or weightlifting class to get started.


Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com.


Pumping Iron Boosts Overall Health for Men and Women


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ayne Westcott, who has served as a consultant


for many national organiza- tions, from the U.S. Air Force to the American Council on Exercise, points to the relevant body of research he’s studied, which shows that the health benefits of building muscle can also help ward off many diseases and debilitating con- ditions.


4 Osteoporosis, by building up bone tissue


4 Diabetes, by increasing lean muscle, which helps the body regulate blood sugar levels


4 Heart disease, by increasing the good cholesterol and lowering the bad 4 Stroke, by lowering resting blood pressure 4 Depression, by building self-esteem and boosting endorphins


4 Colon disease, by increasing natural intestinal movement that keeps the colon clear


4 Energy loss, by enhancing mitochondria, the powerhouse of the body


You Can Heal Without Surgery


Even minor surgical procedures have risks and side effects. Cutting-edge, regenerative procedures such as Platelet Rich Plasma grafts, Prolotherapy and Ozone Therapy can rebuild and repair tissues and ligaments by strengthening and stimulating your body’s own natural healing processes. These procedures are safe and our success with these procedures is well documented as alternatives to spinal surgery and joint replacement. In many cases the recovery time is much less then surgery and your body will respond in a more positive way during the healing process.


If you have been told you need a surgical orthopedic procedure, spinal fusion or joint replacement; or if you are suffering from painful or arthritic joints, you owe it to yourself to get a second opinion to see if our advanced procedures are right for you. The consul-


tation is free, so all you have to lose is the negative side effects associated with surgery.


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