You train on Monday to live the life you want on Saturday
You already know the fundamentals — lift consistently, get enough protein, and prioritize recovery. After 40, there's more your body needs. Balaena adds the four things your protein powder isn't giving you.
Already training and taking whey?
Your protein powder is doing its job. Here are four more things your body needs after 40.
On a GLP-1 medication?
Up to 40% of the weight you lose can be muscle, not fat. Learn how to protect your strength while you lose weight.
Why GLP-1 Medications Lead to Muscle Loss — And How to Protect Your Strength
Up to 40% of the weight you lose on a GLP-1 can be muscle, not fat. Here's why it happens — and a simple plan to protect your strength.
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5 Reasons to Build Muscle After 40 That Go Way Beyond the Gym
Building muscle after 40 isn't really about the gym. It's about how long you live, how sharp you stay, and how well you move — for decades to come.
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How to Start — or Restart — Strength Training After 40
A simple, science-backed way to start strength training after 40 — how muscle is built, an easy starter plan, and how to make it a habit that sticks.
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