Muscle mass declines involuntarily unless we work to maintain. Maintaining muscle mass is important for athletes, young people and older people. Muscle-building exercise improves balance, reduces the likelihood of falls, a key longevity marker and builds confidence. This class is based on Christine’s personal experience in strength training to overcome serious shoulder injuries, only to discover a multitude of benefits in strengthening the entire body. Exercises will include workign with body weight and some equipment: resistance bands and weights which can be dumb bells or household items such as containers with handles.