Aging & Strength Training: What Actually Happens (And What You Can Do About It) You know that moment when you finish a workout and think, “That used to feel easier” ? Or when you’re still sore three days later from something that once had you ready to train again the next day? You’re not imagining it. Your body is changing. But here’s what most people get wrong: aging affects how you respond to training — not whether you can still make progress. Many people continue getting stronger well into their 40s, 50s, and beyond. The difference isn’t effort. It’s strategy . Here’s what’s actually happening in your body and how to train smarter as you age. Yes, You Do Lose Strength as You Age (But Not for the Reason You Think) Research consistently shows that muscle mass and strength begin to decline as early as your 30s. This process is known as sarcopenia . On average: Muscle mass decreases about 3–8% per decade after age 30 Strength tends to decline faster than muscle size Recovery be...