Why Every Man Over 40 Should Be Strength Training
(Even If You’re Not a Gym Guy)
Feel Like You’re Slowing Down?
Getting softer around the middle?
Energy not what it used to be?
Erections less reliable?
Mood flat or frustrated for no clear reason?
You might assume it’s just ageing. But a lot of what we blame on getting older actually comes down to lost muscle, dropping testosterone, and sluggish blood flow, all of which can be improved with one thing:
Strength training.
Why Lifting Weights Works (Especially After 40)
Strength training isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s one of the most effective tools we have to:
Boost testosterone naturally
Improve insulin sensitivity (less belly fat, more energy)
Support mood and motivation
Increase nitric oxide and blood flow (yes, to the penis too)
Build strength in the pelvic floor, key for erection control
And you don’t need to live in the gym to feel the benefits. You just need the right type of movement, done consistently.
Let’s Break It Down
💪 1. Testosterone and Muscle Go Hand in Hand
Your body treats strength training like a signal.
Lifting weights tells your brain, “This man needs power.” So your body responds by producing more testosterone, the hormone that drives libido, energy, motivation, and sexual performance.
Low testosterone is a common factor in both ED and low mood. Strength training gives you a natural boost.
🔥 2. Less Fat, More Function
Carrying extra weight (especially belly fat) increases estrogen and reduces testosterone. It also makes it harder for blood to flow freely, not great for erections.
Strength training helps you:
Burn fat efficiently
Improve glucose use (insulin resistance = ED risk)
Build lean tissue that supports better posture and movement
😊 3. It Lifts Your Mood Too
Feeling flat, snappy, or unmotivated? Strength training improves brain chemistry, fast.
It’s been shown to reduce symptoms of low mood and increase confidence in men over 40.
You’ll feel more focused, less stressed, and more in control of your day.
🍆 4. It Supports Blood Flow and Erections
The better your circulation, the stronger your erections.
Strength training improves nitric oxide production and reduces the vascular stiffness that creeps in with age.
Even better: add pelvic floor exercises into your routine, and you’ll notice better control, firmness, and staying power.
So Where Do You Start?
You don’t need a gym membership or loads of time. Here’s how to get going:
🏠 Easy Home Routine (3x per week)
Circuit: Repeat 2–3 times
10 bodyweight squats
10 pushups (on knees if needed)
10 bent-over rows (use milk bottles or dumbbells)
30 seconds plank
10 bridges with pelvic squeeze
Takes 15 minutes. That’s it.
⏱ Time-Friendly Formats
If you’re busy, try:
Supersets: Pair 2 exercises back-to-back (e.g. pushups + rows)
AMRAPs: As Many Rounds As Possible in 10–15 minutes
EMOMs: Every Minute On the Minute – choose 1–2 moves and repeat at the top of each minute
It’s not about how long you train. It’s about doing the right stuff, consistently.
🧠 Don’t Forget the Pelvic Floor
Strength training isn’t just arms and legs.
For men with ED or performance concerns, pelvic floor training makes a huge difference.
Try this at the end of your workout:
Sit or lie down
Breathe in, then gently lift the muscles you’d use to stop a wee
Hold for 5 seconds, then relax
Repeat 10 times, 3 rounds
Stay relaxed in the shoulders and jaw - no squeezing or straining
This builds the foundation for stronger, more controlled erections.
This Is About More Than Muscles
Strength training gives you:
Better erections
More energy
A stronger, leaner body
Improved confidence
Long-term health
It’s not a “nice-to-have.” It’s a game-changer - especially for men over 40.
You don’t need to lift heavy. You just need to start.
Need Support?
At Men’s Room, we combine:
Shockwave therapy for blood flow
Pelvic floor rehab
Lifestyle strategies that actually work for busy men
We’ll help you build a plan that works - no pressure, no judgement.
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