Aging is inevitable, but aging well is a choice. At a time when healthy living is becoming a major prevention tool, we met with Marc-Antoine, a certified personal trainer, to demystify the link between exercise, skin, dietary supplements, and aging. Together, we reviewed the most frequently asked questions from our community about anti-aging.
1. Is sport really anti-aging?
“Yes, provided it is well practiced,” emphasizes Marc-Antoine.
Regular physical activity stimulates blood circulation, improves tissue oxygenation, strengthens deep muscles, and slows skin sagging. Exercise also activates collagen production, which plays a key role in skin tone.
2. What are the exercises to stay young?
"So I would say that there is no one exercise or type of sport in general, I would systematically recommend a part focused on cardiovascular, but which will also not forget the muscle strengthening side."
The winning combination according to the coaches:
- Moderate cardio (brisk walking, swimming, cycling)
- Muscle strengthening (circuit training, Pilates)
- Mobility + yoga
“The body needs diversity to stay young,” explains Marc-Antoine. “The real secret is consistency, not performance.”
3. Is face yoga really effective?
"Good news: yes, it's effective," if practiced regularly. It strengthens facial muscles, improves lymphatic drainage, and fights sagging skin. When combined with a course of anti-aging supplements, its effects can be increased tenfold.
4. Does high-intensity physical activity accelerate aging?
“Once again, yes, everything must be in moderation,” Marc-Antoine tells us.
Performing high-intensity physical activity without sufficient recovery can cause an increase in oxidative stress, which is responsible for premature cellular aging. This results in particular in:
- duller skin,
- accelerated skin sagging,
- chronic fatigue and a weakening of natural defenses.
5. Does cardio really age your face?
“Yes, cardio, if done intensively, can have consequences on the face.”
Intensive cardio, especially without supervision or proper nutrition, can cause facial volume loss. This can accentuate:
- the hollow features,
- sagging skin,
- a more tired, less toned appearance.
"In my opinion, you shouldn't judge running as good or bad, but you should practice it in moderation."
But be careful: cardio in itself is not an enemy of youth!
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