BECOMING THE BEST VERSION OF YOURSELF
According to the World Health Organisation,
1 in 4 adults aren’t moving enough.
Leading a sedentary lifestyle leads to muscle atrophy. It is the medical term that describes the process of your muscles wasting away. When your muscles aren’t exercised to their full capacity, they begin to break down.
When your body begins to lose muscle, your metabolism slows and you begin to gain weight. Increased body fat eats away at testosterone, and it can be a vicious cycle. Low testosterone causes depression, lethargy, and fatigue that can keep you from exercising to lose fat and build muscle.
After age 30, you begin to lose as much as 3% to 5% per decade. Most of us will lose about 30% of their muscle mass during their lifetimes.
As we all know, Singapore is an aging population and this statistic does not bode well for us. Yes, modern advancement in medical technology has increased our average lifespan but that does not necessarily mean our quality of life will not be compromised.
Muscle atrophy also leads to a decrease in bone mass. As bones grow more fragile and susceptible to fracture, they are more likely to break after even a minor fall or a far less obvious stress, such as bending over to tie a shoelace.
Just last year that here in Singapore, osteoporotic hip fractures in women over the age of 50 is currently the highest in Asia.
A well designed strength training regiment can have a tremendous impact on bone, increasing density, size, and mechanical strength and is one of the major factor to preventing these health complications as mentioned before.
Here at The Strength Yard, we teach you how to master functional compound movements to get stronger and faster in a safe and efficient manner. Our Progressive Strength Classes are suitable for people of all ages and gender. We even have a seniors specific program so its never too late to start.
As the saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Shouldn’t all of us start taking charge of our lives so we can enjoy our golden years?
Contact us below to schedule a free consultation with a professional and see how we can help you become the best version of yourself!
References:
1. World Population Prospects: The Population Database. United Nations Population Division
2. Internaional Osteoporosis Foundation – Singapore regional audit
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Chua
During the circuit breaker period, I decided to join TSY's since it was recommended to me by a friend. The combination of the their 1 to 1 coaching through zoom and proper nutritional coaching allowed me to shred 6kgs....Read More
Joled Koh
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DIVYA
Ian was much younger than most of the other trainers I have worked out with . Initially I wasn’t sure if he will understand how to train someone my age group. However, Ian has completely proved me wrong . His routine has made me stronger . The focus that he has on form has helped with my knee pain....Read More
Shiva
Initially when I first started out, I had reservations of Ian of whether he would be able to understand my “elderly” needs and make the adjustments to the program. However, it took just one session for the reservation to go away....Read More
Richard Patridge
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ASHLEY
When I dropped by at The Strength Yard for a trial, I didn’t have any goals or direction. I just wanted to be stronger but I didn’t know what to do and how to do it by myself....Read More
Julie
I’ve got a trainer for my short stint here in Singapore and WOW the difference it has made. Little tweaks here and there on hand and feet position, shoulder-blade retraction, breathing and bracing, and getting my glutes in action have transformed my lifts....Read More
Ruhi Lal
I have never pictured myself lifting a barbell and the thought was intimidating. I was unsure if I will be learn the basics and make any meaningful progress. Coach Phina made an effort to understand where I stood in my fitness journey, what i was aiming for and introduced me to strength training, focussing on getting the foundation right....Read More
Lisa Lee
I have never enjoyed working out, nor have I really needed to. But after 2 children and gaining over 20kg, I was looking for a programme to help me back into shape. This is where I found Terence and The Strength Yard....Read More
RAKHI
When I first got in contact with Syahmi, I didn't know if I would see any gains from the work outs or if I would be comfortable with him and the type of strength training methods he recommends....Read More
Vishal
The Strength Yard is an amazing place to workout. It's great to have Edmund as my personal trainer. I was always hesitant about strength training & I thought I couldn't do it....Read More
Geoff Fazan
I didn't know quite what to expect when I first came to The Strength Yard, as it is hard to judge a book by the cover. Terence explained The Strength Yard purpose well and the sort of strength training we would be doing and why. After a couple of sessions getting to know one another, going to The Strength Yard felt very natural....Read More
Scott
I came to The Strength Yard looking to be taught the correct way to lift weights in order to avoid injury. I met Ian, who taught to me the proper form and technique to lifting weights. I have made progression through learning the movements at a pace I was comfortable with....Read More
Max Koh
I joined because i just turned 30 and have been lifting on my own consistently for the last 8 years. Felt that my workouts were getting stale, and i also wanted someone to ensure I was lifting with proper form, for fear of injuries as I am no longer in my 20s....Read More
Elisabeth Kelly
Before I started Strength Training at The Strength Yard, I would wonder, would a young male trainer understand the needs, health issues (hormonal) and goals of a woman almost twice his age? However Terence is a patient and understanding trainer....Read More
Ryan Aidan
I feel relaxed and not super pressurizing when Terence was coaching me. Initially I had the impression that going to the gym or doing weightlifting was going be super intense or difficult but turns out that wasn't the case....Read More
EVA LEUNG
I’ve tried weight watchers, noom, vegan, whole30, and a smattering of other diets, so I was a bit skeptical if it was another diet where I have to starve myself and eat yucky food. I also really didn’t want to bulk up and look like a female version of Arnold Swazenager....Read More
Zulfadly
Personal Training at The Strength Yard was an eye-opening experience. My trainer (Seraphina) was knowledgeable and constantly helped me point out the small technical details that I always overlooked in 3 of the big lifts....Read More
Matthew Yeo
As a runner, I have always been trying to strengthen my gluteus to improve my running and to prevent injury. Using 3kg of dumbbell to do squat has proven not as effective. I randomly ran into The Strength Yard, spoke to Terence and arranged a trial session with him....Read More
Ana Katrina Aparicio
At first, I had reservations about signing up because I wasn't sure if it's going to work or not (whether I will be losing weight or just losing money). I was also apprehensive that I'll be stuck with a haughty, macho Johnny-Bravo type of trainer. However, Terence is very professional, accommodating and humble....Read More
