Summary
Muscle health is often associated with exercise performance or physical appearance. However, skeletal muscle plays a critical role in overall health, supporting movement, metabolic function, energy regulation, and the ability to perform daily activities throughout life.
As individuals age, muscle strength and physical function can gradually decline, particularly in the presence of physical inactivity, inadequate nutrition, and sedentary lifestyles. These changes may impact mobility, increase the risk of falls and injuries, reduce independence, and contribute to poorer health outcomes. In the workplace, maintaining muscle health can also support physical resilience, reduce fatigue, enhance functional capacity, and promote long-term wellbeing.
In this evidence-informed session, Joan Liew will explore the importance of muscle health beyond fitness and share practical actions that participants can apply personally and promote within their professional and community settings. The session will translate current science into actionable approaches that support healthy ageing, workplace wellbeing, and overall quality of life.
Key Topics
1. Understanding skeletal muscle as a key determinant of health, mobility, metabolic function, and healthy ageing.
2. Recognising the impact of declining muscle strength and physical capacity on daily functioning, independence, and wellbeing.
3. Implementing evidence-based habits to support muscle health through progressive strength training, adequate protein and nutrition, and regular movement throughout the day.
4. Applying practical strategies to support healthier lifestyles and wellbeing for both individuals and the clients, colleagues, or communities they serve.
Successful registrants will receive an event information email closer to the event date.
For more information, please contact us at sg@cpaaustralia.com.au.
CPD Information: Eligible for 0.5 CPD hour under Category F (maximum 4 verifiable hours per year), with learning outcomes that support the development of professional competence in health, wellbeing, and workplace wellness for staff and clients.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the role of skeletal muscle in supporting physical function, metabolic health, healthy ageing, and overall wellbeing.
- Recognise key risk factors and potential consequences associated with age-related declines in muscle strength and function.
- Identify practical, evidence-based approaches to maintain or improve muscle health through exercise, nutrition, and daily movement.
- Apply muscle health principles to support workplace wellbeing initiatives and encourage healthy lifestyle practices among colleagues, clients, and community members.
Speaker
Take a look at our speaker scheduled for this event.
Joan Liew
Singapore’s 1st IFBB Pro | Co-Founder, Fitness Factory Singapore | Healthy Aging, Longevity & Strength Specialist
Joan Liew is a muscle health professional, educator and entrepreneur with more than three decades of experience in fitness and strength training. She is the Co-Founder and Director of Fitness Factory Singapore and Co-Founder of Pro Academy which organises Strength Summit. A strong advocate for muscle health as a foundation for healthy ageing and longevity, Joan focuses on translating evidence-based exercise and nutrition science into practical, sustainable strategies. A competitive bodybuilder, she is Singapore’s first IFBB Women’s Physique Pro, a four-time Asian Champion and two-time Arnold Amateur Champion. She is also an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), ISSN Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), and author of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler.
