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Building Muscle: A Powerful Tool for Lowering A1C Levels

  • Writer: Todd Cheek
    Todd Cheek
  • Mar 24
  • 2 min read

When it comes to managing blood sugar and lowering A1C levels, most people think about diet and medication first. While those are essential components, one often overlooked strategy is building muscle. Strength training isn’t just about getting toned — it’s a vital part of improving your metabolic health and controlling blood sugar.


The Science Behind Muscle and Blood Sugar

Muscle is an incredibly metabolically active tissue. When you build muscle, your body becomes more efficient at using glucose (sugar) for energy. Here’s how it works:

  • Increased insulin sensitivity: Muscle tissue requires glucose to fuel movement. The more muscle you have, the more your body pulls glucose from the bloodstream, reducing overall blood sugar levels. Strength training enhances insulin sensitivity, meaning your body needs less insulin to move glucose into cells.

  • Improved glucose storage: Muscles store glucose in the form of glycogen. When you exercise and deplete those stores, your muscles replenish them by pulling more glucose from the blood, keeping levels stable.

  • Boosted metabolism: Muscle burns more calories at rest than fat does. Even when you’re not working out, having more muscle increases your resting metabolic rate, which supports weight loss and long-term blood sugar control.


Why This Matters for A1C Levels

A1C measures your average blood sugar over the past two to three months. By improving how your body processes and stores glucose, muscle-building workouts help lower those numbers. Studies consistently show that people who engage in regular resistance training experience better blood sugar regulation and lower A1C levels.


The Well Beyond 50 Reset Challenge: Your Path to Stronger Muscles and Healthier Blood Sugar

My Well Beyond 50 Reset Challenge is designed to help you build muscle and improve your overall health — including lowering your A1C levels. This program goes beyond traditional dieting. It combines low-glycemic eating strategies with practical, effective workouts tailored for those who want to reset their health, no matter where they’re starting from.

Here’s what the challenge covers to support muscle building and blood sugar control:


  • Low-Glycemic Meal Plan: Fuel your body with the right foods to keep blood sugar stable and support muscle recovery.

  • Strength Training Workouts: I provide easy-to-follow exercises focused on building lean muscle. These routines are adaptable for all fitness levels.

  • Nutrition Support: Learn how to incorporate high-quality protein sources, including TLS meal replacement shakes, to optimize muscle repair and growth.

  • Lifestyle Coaching: I guide you through sustainable habits to maintain your progress and keep your A1C levels in check.


Building muscle isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s about reclaiming your health. If you’re ready to take control of your A1C, boost your energy, and feel stronger than ever, the Well Beyond 50 Reset Challenge is here to help. Let’s transform your health, one muscle at a time!

Join the challenge today — your healthier future starts now.



 
 
 

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