Think of building your musculoskeletal health like investing in a retirement fund: the more you invest early on, the more secure your future will be. 

As we age, muscles and bones naturally weaken, leading to conditions like sarcopenia and decreased mobility. By strengthening these structures now, you’re preparing yourself for a healthier, more active future.

Strength training plays a crucial role in maintaining muscle mass and bone density, with exercises such as weightlifting and resistance training being highly beneficial. Load-bearing exercises, like hiking, improve bone density by stimulating bone formation. 

Flexibility, balance, and stability training help maintain functional movement and prevent falls. Incorporating common stretches can enhance overall flexibility, while functional training prepares the body for daily activities.

Engageing in a mix of these exercises supports musculoskeletal health, ensuring you build the reserves needed for an active and independent life in your later years.

We’ve created detailed tutorials of the most effective expert-recommended stretches for back, neck, shoulder, and knee pain relief on the Betterhood™ YouTube channel. Subscribe here to access them and stay notified.

Next, we have a handy reference sheet of 12 quick stretches that can be done anywhere and are highly beneficial for your overall musculoskeletal health.