As men get older, they need to pay more attention to the dietary and lifestyle choices they make. Those decisions will determine the overall level of health in a man for years to come. The trick is to listen to your body and respond with what it needs to operate at its optimal level. Below are several things you can do as an aging man to keep virility, strength, and stamina as high as possible.
1. Avoid Long Cardio
Slower cardio workouts take too much time, and it can actually reduce levels of testosterone in aging men. Slow cardio can also stunt the release of human growth hormone, which is critical for vitality and muscle growth. High-intensity training is a much better idea for keeping in shape. This would include things like rowing, weightlifting, and speed-swimming.
2. Increase Protein Intake
Older men need to take in more protein to deal with the higher levels of muscle break-down they experience as a result of exercise. In other words, an older man has to eat more protein to gain the same benefits from a workout as a younger man. Plant-based proteins and organically grown meats are the best options. It is recommended that an older male should eat about 1 gram of protein per pound of bodyweight every day.
3. Stay Cold
Keeping your body temperature down is a good way to keep inflammation at a minimum. It has the added benefit of increasing testosterone and keeps virility. If you keep your bedroom in the mid to high 60s, you’ll not only experience these benefits but you’ll sleep better as well. Cold showers and ice bathe work well too.
4. Strength & Flexibility
Most men might find it tempting to work on their so-called ‘glamour muscles’, but you must resist that urge if you want to live optimally. It’s better to focus on boosting mobility, flexibility, and general strength. Changing up your exercise routine is a good way to keep your body in a constant state of recovery, which is good for building strength.
5. Consume Beets
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Beets are supposedly nature’s candy, and they contain nitrates that work to keep blood vessels dilated. This is good for virility and heart health. You can use a blender to create a delicious beet beverage mixed with lemon juice and ginger. Avoid using a juicer since they only remove fiber, which is very healthy.
6. Avoid Phthalates
You may not be familiar with phthalates, but they are just about everywhere you look. They are found in many personal hygiene items like aftershave and deodorants. If an item is scented in any way, including shampoos, soaps, and conditioners, they probably contain phthalates. These chemicals have been proven to reduce virility and induce other chronic conditions.
7. Eat Healthier Fats
Not all fats are as bad as their reputation makes it seem. Many fats are actually critical for the body, especially one that is at an advanced age. Omega-3 fatty acids are just one example, and they can be found in healthy foods like avocados, coconut oil, nuts, and many others. These fats are crucial for the body to maintain flexibility, to keep virility, and general internal health.
8. Attempt Intermittent Fasting
Fasting is a great way to get your blood sugar under control. Diabetes is a serious issue in the United States, and fasting can actually help reduce insulin levels. It takes no effort, apart from the willpower to avoid eating, and it can help reduce inflammation while increasing the production of HGH. All you have to do it pick a single day out of the week and avoid eating during the entire day.
9. Quality Healthcare
You may notice that your doctor offers all sorts of advice about how to live, but does your doctor follow his or her own advice? If not, ask them why they don’t. You shouldn’t be expected to take serious medical and lifestyle advice from someone who doesn’t practice what they preach. Asking questions is a good way for you to learn more about your own health, and it can help you decide if the doctor you are currently seeing is one you’d like to continue seeing as you get older.
