When you reach your 60s, it’s important to remain strong and mobile. But if hitting the gym isn’t your thing, don’t stress. Working out doesn’t have to be “all or nothing,” meaning it’s not necessary to push yourself to the limit. Instead, consider a “maintenance” workout plan, starting with your arms. Strong arms are necessary […]
After 70 your legs often feel older than the rest of you, and you notice it in small ways first. You push off the armrests to stand, lead with the good leg on the stairs, grab furniture to bend down and shuffle where you used to easily move. Those signs show up before a few […]
Morning is a pretty good time to give your back some attention. After 60, a little focused movement early in the day can help you keep the muscles around your spine working and make it easier to stay consistent with strength work before the day gets busy. When I coach men in this age group, […]
A six-pack after 70 feels out of reach for one reason, most of us were raised on sit-ups. The six-pack is real muscle, the rectus abdominis, obliques and deep core, and it still responds at 70. I’ve coached many adults over 70 and I’ve noticed that clients who firm up their midsection after 70 stopped […]
Walking is great for staying active, but your waistline may respond better if you add strength training and a little more intensity to your week. After 65, exercises that build more muscle can help you burn more energy while helping you hold onto the lean tissue that supports your metabolism. That doesn’t mean you need […]
Balance has a funny way of slipping when you stop challenging it. After 70, that can happen even if you’re still active, especially when most of your movement happens on predictable surfaces and in familiar patterns. The good thing is that balance is trainable, and a few minutes of focused practice can help keep it […]
Getting moving again after years of sitting can feel humbling at first. Your legs may tire sooner, your upper body may feel weaker, and movements you haven’t practiced in a while can take more effort than you remember. After 60, walking is a great way to get active again, but rebuilding what inactivity has taken […]
The people whose pace picks up after 75 are the ones who get stronger, not the ones who only walk more. A weekly strength routine can work wonders. More walking at your usual pace and gentle chair or stretching routines are good habits, but they don’t add the strength weaker legs are missing. Without added […]
If your arms or legs feel a little softer than they used to, rebuilding muscle can help. After 65, holding onto muscle matters more for staying strong and capable, and it also plays a big role in the firmer look most people mean by “muscle tone.” That term gets thrown around a lot. Muscle tone […]
Extra fat around the waistline has forever been a struggle. It’s been referred to as everything from love handles to a spare tire to a muffin top. Some increased abdominal fat can occur naturally with age due to hormonal shifts and changes in body composition. While belly fat may be challenging to lose, it’s essential […]
