Aging is part of the human experience and something that is inevitable for all of us. However, the rate at which we age and how we age can be greatly affected by our lifestyle. In fact, the two greatest factors that are known to have the greatest impact on how long you live and how well you live are what you eat and how physically active you are.
Optimal Nutrition After 40
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3 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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What you'll learn
Maximize your quality of life as you age into your 40s and beyond.
Use nutrition to lower your risk of chronic diseases.
Maintain your muscle mass and ensure your body and bones stay strong as you age.
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May 2025
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As we navigate the complexities of aging, understanding how to maintain and enhance our health becomes increasingly crucial. This course delves into the critical role of nutrition and lifestyle choices in influencing the aging process, focusing on practical strategies to manage body composition, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and maintain muscle and bone health. Participants will explore tailored nutritional approaches for addressing age-related changes, such as menopause in women and testosterone decline in men, and learn how to implement effective dietary interventions to support overall well-being. Whether you're in your 40s or beyond, this course will guide you in making informed decisions to optimize your health and vitality.
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NASM is the most trusted name in fitness and wellness, offering application-based learning including topics on nutrition, fitness, and wellness. For more than 30 years, NASM has prided itself on developing content, certifications, and specializations that are evidence-based and backed by the latest science and research.
A NASM course is a direct and accelerated learning model that allows you similar academic rigor making what you learn easily applied to daily life.
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