A Little Heavier

[Song Title] A Little Heavier [About This Song] This is a cheer-up song for people in their 60s who feel like they go to the gym but aren't gaining muscle. On a morning when the stairs felt tougher, you thought, "I want to keep walking on my own two feet," and opened the gym door. You went 5 days a week, took protein, and gave yoga and walking your all. Your body fat went down and you felt lighter, yet the muscle didn't grow as much as you'd hoped. This song is based on a true story like that. [Lyrics] Stairs felt tougher on a morning in my sixties Standing up took something more than before I wanted to keep walking on my own two feet So I opened the gym door and stepped inside I broke a sweat, I felt so good That was enough, or so I thought Just a little heavier Give your muscles a call "It's time to wake up now" Showing up isn't enough But your effort's not in vain Just one small step at a time Five days a week, with protein too Yoga and walking, never missed a day Body fat went down, my body felt light But the muscle only grew a little Protein is the building material Exercise is the signal to "begin" Just a little heavier Give your muscles a call "It's time to wake up now" Showing up isn't enough But your effort's not in vain Just one small step at a time Eight to twelve reps A weight that feels close to the limit Don't push too hard, mind your form No need to rush, take it slow Just a little heavier Give your muscles a call Today's effort, tomorrow's body May they truly, truly connect Just one small step at a time One step at a time, let's go together [The Message Behind the Song] - "Going to the gym" and "gaining muscle" are two different things - Protein is the building material for a house; exercise intensity is the signal to "begin" - Your effort is never wasted. Changing the weight just a little can get your body to respond - A guide: a weight that feels "nearly at my limit" at 8 to 12 reps - Don't push too hard, mind your form, and go one step at a time [Who This Song Is For] - People who go to the gym but feel frustrated that their numbers aren't changing - Anyone in their 60s or older who is about to start exercising - Family members who want to support the health of a parent or loved one [A Note] Don't overdo it when you increase intensity. If you have a medical condition or any concerns, please consult your doctor or trainer first. May today's effort connect to your body in the future. #over60 #strengthtraining #seniorfitness #gym #cheersong #sarcopenia #healthspan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.