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5 Signs Your Body is Ageing Faster Than You Think (And How to Stop It)

Let’s get one thing straight: Ageing isn’t optional.

But how you age? That’s on you.

For people over 40, the difference between thriving and slowly morphing into a creaky, forgetful, perpetually exhausted version of yourself boils down to one thing…

Noticing the whispers before they become screams.

Your body’s not subtle. It drops hints…

Tiny, inconvenient ones that things are going sideways.

Here are five silent signs you’re ageing like a soggy sandwich left in the sun and how to change it…

#1 - You’re Losing Muscle Mass

Sarcopenia. Sounds like a dinosaur?

It’s worse; it’s muscle extinction…

Your body starts losing muscle in your 30s. (around 3-5% per decade)

By 40, if the heaviest thing you lift is a pint, your backside will resemble a deflated balloon.

Muscle isn’t about vanity….

It’s your metabolism’s engine, your joints’ bodyguard, and your best defence against snapping your femur and tripping over the dog!

How to Fix It…

Lift. Heavy. Things. 2-3 times a week. Squats, deadlifts, presses—the basics that would make your ancestors nod approvingly from the grave.

Eat protein like it’s your job. Aim for 1g per pound of lean body weight. No, a chicken nugget doesn’t count.

Take creatine and/or collagen peptides. Not magic pills, but close.

#2 - You’re Tired All the Time

“I’m knackered” isn’t a personality trait!

Chronic fatigue is your body’s way of saying, “It’s time to sort your sh*t out!.”*

Blame insufficient sleep, plummeting testosterone, or a diet that’s 40% biscuits.

How to Fix It…

Sleep like an adult. Same bedtime, same wake-up. Yes, even on weekends.

Get tested. Low testosterone? Nutrient deficiencies? Stop guessing and get a blood test to find out

Ditch the sugar crashes. Swap crisps for nuts, avocados, and greens. Yes, greens.

#3 - Your Joints Sound Like a Rice Krispies Advert

Creaky knees aren’t “just part of it.”

They’re your body’s way of saying you’ve neglected mobility longer than your LinkedIn profile. Inflammation is the enemy, and sitting all day is its best friend.

How to Fix It…

Stretch. Now. Yoga, dynamic stretches, or just flailing on the floor for 10 minutes. Move or rust. Your choice.

Eat anti-inflammatory foods. Turmeric, omega-3s, leafy greens.

Walk. Seriously. Sedentary life turns joints into concrete. Break the cycle.

#4 - Your Gut is Not What It Used to Be

Bloating, constipation, post-meal discomfort, your gut’s waving a red flag.

A sluggish digestive system means poor nutrient absorption, weak immunity, and terrible date nights!

How to Fix It…

Fibre is your friend. Oats, fruits, veg. If it’s beige and processed, it’s probably screwing you.

Fermented foods. Kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi. Yes, they taste weird. So does regret.

Hydrate. Water isn’t optional. Your gut’s not a cactus.

#5 - You’re Forgetting Things More Often

Occasional brain fog? Normal.

Forgetting your partner’s name mid-sentence? Less so.

If you’re not challenging your brain, it’s ageing faster than a politician’s promises.

How to Fix It…

Learn something new. A language, an instrument, sudoku—anything that isn’t Netflix.

Exercise. Cardio isn’t just for heart health; it’s a brain tune-up.

Consider nootropics. Lion’s Mane, omega-3s. Or just eat more fish.

The truth about ageing is this…

It’s not about biohacks or miracle pills.

It’s about showing up.

Lift weights.

Sleep properly.

Eat real food.

Move daily.

Yeah, it’ll suck sometimes. Do it anyway.

Your future self isn’t some distant stranger….

It’s you in 10 years!

And they are either cursing your laziness or thanking you for refusing to settle.

What’s it gonna be?