Your Workout as a Source of Hope

Perhaps the most interesting area of health, longevity, or exercise research over the last 10 years is our increased understanding of myokines, commonly referred to as “hope molecules.”  Myokines are microscopic proteins that are released when our muscles contract and are the mechanism largely responsible for so many of the newly discovered health (mental and physical) benefits of strength training.  In the coming years, you’ll read and hear more and more about the benefits of myokines…

Improve mood. 

Enhance cognition. 

Resist diabetes. 

Decrease inflammation. 

Strengthen muscles. 

Boost metabolism.

We’re just getting started.

Your workout should literally give you hope…