Fitness Levels Drop More Rapidly After Age 45 Years, Especially in Men

Yes.

"Fitness levels drop more rapidly after age 45 years, especially in men, according to the results of a study reported in the October 26 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. However, exercise, maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI), and not smoking were associated with better fitness levels and cardiovascular health.

'The U.S. population is aging and is becoming more obese and sedentary,' write Andrew S. Jackson, PED, from the University of Houston in Texas, and colleagues. 'It is well documented that the cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) of men and women declines with age and that body composition and habitual physical activity are related to CRF.... Low CRF levels increase the risk of diseases and interfere with older adults' ability to function independently.'"

Get fit or stay fit.

Especially before sick care reform kills you.