A balanced muscle structure is important in so many ways, from elite sportspeople right down to those of senior years and/or recovering from injury. It can help improve your physical function, reduce risk of injuries, and improve quality of life.
A balanced muscle structure helps support your spine and joints, improving posture and balance. This helps reduce risk of falls and injuries.
A balanced muscle structure means more strength and endurance, making everyday activities easier and more enjoyable.
Strong and balanced muscles help reduce back, neck, and shoulder pain, improving quality of life and making it easier to undertake physical activity.
For sportspeople, a balanced muscle structure is a vital (yet surprisingly often overlooked) ingredient to improved performance, strength, power, speed, and agility.
As we age, bone density decreases, increasing the risk of fractures. A balanced muscle structure helps maintain bone density and reduces this risk.
A balanced muscle structure can help you to recover faster from injury, reducing inflammation and pain, and improving your range of motion.
Here are some specific examples of how a balanced muscle structure can benefit different groups of people:
A balanced muscle structure helps you do the simple things – carrying groceries, moving furniture, lifting heavy objects – with reduced risk of strain or injury. It can also help you to maintain good posture and balance, reducing your risk of falls.
Many sport enthusiasts are guilty of overlooking a balanced muscle structure as they are so focussed on the aspects of their physique most closely associated with the particular activity. However, a balanced muscle structure is shown to improve efficiency, endurance, and flexibility, while reducing risk of injury
As we age, our muscles tend to weaken, making everyday tasks that little bit harder and increasing the risk of falls. A balanced muscle structure helps slow the decline in muscle mass and strength, meaning you can continue to independence and quality of life.
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