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Strong, Not Fragile: How to Keep Your Body Young at Any Age

  • Writer: Valerie Lippert
    Valerie Lippert
  • Nov 9
  • 2 min read

Updated: Nov 12

by Phutaya by Avart, Ayutthaya


Most people think getting older means slowing down.


Dr. Vonda Wright, a sports-medicine surgeon who studies athletes in their 70s and 80s, disagrees: we don’t fall apart because of age — we fall apart because we stop moving.


At Phutaya by Avart, we see aging as a transition into wisdom, not weakness. Your body listens to movement, nourishment, and rest — and rewards consistency with strength, energy, and grace.


1. Your Body Listens to Movement

Bones and muscles are alive. They respond to every lift, stretch, and step you take. When you move, you grow stronger; when you sit still, you shrink.Try to challenge your body every day — walk, climb stairs, carry your groceries, dance, or simply stretch before bed. Every small act of movement reminds your body to stay alive.



walking through peacefully at Phutaya by Avart, Ayutthaya — promoting natural movement and longevity through daily activity.


2. Start in Your 30s and 40s — but It’s Never Too Late

The years between 35 and 45 are the maintenance decade — the best time to build lifelong habits. Move more, lift something heavy, eat real food, and protect your sleep.But even if you’re starting later, it’s never too late. Research shows that active 80-year-olds can have the same muscle quality as sedentary 60-year-olds. What matters is starting — today.


3. Muscle Is Your Secret Weapon

Muscle isn’t just about shape. It stabilizes blood sugar, protects joints, strengthens the heart, and keeps your metabolism young.Think of muscle as your body’s own medicine — earned through small, daily effort. Try squats, lunges, push-ups, or lifting light weights several times per week.


Guest lifting light weights during a wellness retreat in Thailand, building strength and balance for healthy aging at Phutaya by Avart.


4. Sit Less, Live More

Back pain, stiff hips, weak balance — most “aging problems” begin in the chair.Stand up often. Take phone calls while walking. Stretch in the kitchen. Even sitting on the floor occasionally re-awakens flexibility.Your body was built for movement, not for stillness.


5. Eat to Rebuild

Every meal is a chance to repair. Choose protein — fish, eggs, beans, tofu, or chicken — and fill half your plate with colorful vegetables.Reduce sugar and processed foods that inflame the body. Small, steady improvements in your diet can completely change how you age.


6. Balance Is the New Strength

Balance keeps you young. It trains both mind and body.Try standing on one leg while brushing your teeth, or walking on uneven paths. Dance, stretch, and play. Life is movement in every direction.


Mindful balance exercise at Phutaya by Avart — improving stability, coordination, and confidence at any age.

7. Think “Healthspan,” Not Lifespan

You may not control how long you live, but you can shape how well you live.The goal isn’t just more years — it’s better years: strong, mobile, confident, and joyful.



Rediscover Your Strength at Phutaya

At Phutaya by Avart, we help guests rediscover vitality through personalized wellness, natural movement, and nutrition rooted in longevity science.If you’re ready to feel strong again — not fragile — explore our programs designed to help you rebuild your energy, balance, and confidence at any age.


 
 
 

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