After 40
Starting Strength Training After 40
If you have never lifted, the hardest part is knowing where to begin. This is a four-week on-ramp built around five movement patterns and two sessions per week.
8 min readUpdated 4 August 2026
Knowledge Hub
Muscle & Menopause, explained clearly
Every article is written to be practical and evidence-informed, with sources listed so you can read further. Search by keyword or filter by topic.
6 articles
Recovery
Recovery, Sleep and Training Through Perimenopause
Disrupted sleep is one of the most commonly reported symptoms in perimenopause, and it directly affects how much training you can absorb. Here is how to adjust without abandoning progress.
5 min readUpdated 31 July 2026
Protein & Nutrition
Protein Targets in Midlife: A Practical Guide
Protein recommendations for active adults in midlife are typically higher than the minimum RDA. Here is how the common targets are derived and how to distribute protein across a normal day.
6 min readUpdated 30 July 2026
Menopause & Muscle
Menopause and Muscle Loss: What Actually Changes
Muscle mass and strength tend to decline gradually from midlife, and the menopause transition appears to add its own layer. Here is a plain-English look at what changes, what is still uncertain, and where training fits.
9 min readUpdated 28 July 2026
Bone Health
Bone Density and Lifting: How Loading Helps
Bone is living tissue that adapts to the loads placed on it. Resistance and impact training are the two levers most often discussed for supporting bone health around and after menopause.
6 min readUpdated 25 July 2026
After 50
How to Build Muscle After 50
Building muscle after 50 is less about novel exercises and more about consistent progression, enough protein and enough recovery. Here is a framework you can run for months, not weeks.
7 min readUpdated 19 July 2026