Find out the top 10 reasons to increase Skeletal Muscle Mass and the Importance of Lean Body Mass for Overall Immune Health.
Most people are under the misconception that going to the gym to increase skeletal muscle mass is just for the recreational bodybuilder or athlete. The reality is that increasing skeletal muscle mass has a more important role in supporting immune health and preparing your body in times of sickness and disease. Illness and disease increase the body’s need for protein in order to heal. Often times the protein needs are far beyond what we can get from our daily diet, thus the breakdown of muscle mass occurs to meet the increased protein requirement. Individuals with lower levels of muscle mass will have greater difficulty meeting the demands caused by illness, therefore rates of healing and recovery are reduced significantly.
Whilst we are all aware of the importance of skeletal muscle mass for combating obesity and reducing your risk of diabetes and insulin resistance, the impact on overall health and wellbeing is a reality check for everyone in light of the recent coronavirus pandemic.
Tracking body composition isn’t just for the health and fitness enthusiast, it is for absolutely everyone to at least establish a baseline as part of a preventative health plan.
Our mission at Evolt is to educate people with the knowledge of their body composition, in the interests of improving overall health and wellness.
