How to Understand That Your Body is Aging: 5 Signals You Shouldn't Ignore 0 14

Aging is a natural part of life, and there is no need to fear it. However, some people feel great even in old age and can continue to lead an active life, while others feel like a wreck by the age of thirty.

There are simple ways to understand what age your body feels like. And you don't need to spend money on examinations in expensive clinics or undergo numerous tests.

Here are several clear signs that your body is aging and you should definitely change something in your usual lifestyle.

Weak Grip

As explained by Dr. Mitch Gen, who specializes in anti-aging medicine, the strength with which you can squeeze or grip an object can tell a lot about your body's condition.

"The stronger the grip, the more muscle mass, better cardiovascular health, and longer lifespan," notes the doctor.

How to measure grip strength at home? Try squeezing a tennis ball or wringing out a wet towel.

If you've recently noticed muscle weakness, pain, and stiffness in your joints, and you've become less flexible—seek help.

Dizziness Even from Simple Activities

Pay attention to how you feel during workouts.

Doctors constantly emphasize the importance of adding more movement to your life for longevity. Exercise strengthens bones and muscles, increases flexibility, improves balance, helps maintain a healthier weight, reduces stress and anxiety, and benefits cognitive functions.

Experts recommend dedicating at least 150 minutes a week to physical exercise. However, if even the gentlest workouts provoke shortness of breath, dizziness, or severe fatigue, it may be that your heart is struggling to pump blood for some reason.

Long Recovery After Illnesses

Gen notes: most viruses resolve within 10 days. If you are sick with even a common cold for much longer, frequently sneeze and cough, and take a long time to recover after getting better, it means your immune system is weakened.

By the way, another symptom of prolonged inflammation is gum problems. So don't ignore this alarming signal.

Bad Mood and Lack of Libido

Of course, everyone can have a less cheerful mood from time to time. And during difficult periods in life, you may not be in the mood for sex. However, sometimes constant irritability and lack of libido are signs of hormonal issues.

Additionally, hormonal changes manifest through hot flashes, hair loss, and sleep problems.

Cognitive Function Issues

Have you started forgetting things constantly, unable to focus on one task? Perhaps your brain functions have begun to decline.

The brain is like a muscle and needs constant strengthening. To "work out" your brain, it is important to constantly learn something new, writes the New York Post.

Test

There is a simple list of exercises that can say a lot about your physical condition.

• Try to sit on the floor and get up without using your hands.

• Take a chair, sit on it, stand up, and try to repeat this movement 30 times.

• Pinch the skin between your thumb and index finger of the other hand—it should quickly return to its original position.

• Try to stand on one leg, stretch your arms out, and hold that position for 30 seconds with your eyes open.