A strong core means much more than having toned abdominal muscles. After 60, the muscles surrounding your abdomen, lower back, hips, and pelvis work together to help you stand taller, walk with confidence, lift safely, and maintain your balance throughout the day. As a trainer, I’ve found that many people still believe endless sit-ups offer […]
Did you know that according to research, most Americans choose the morning for exercise? It stands to reason, as prioritizing a workout routine first thing ensures it gets done. It’s putting your wellness above everything else, since the daily grind of work, chores, and errands can be all-too-consuming. We spoke with Jacob Siwicki, founder and […]
An apron belly can make people chase the wrong workout. It seems logical to keep searching for the perfect lower-ab move, but the body doesn’t trim one area just because that area gets the most attention. The better path is a workout that creates more total effort and keeps you consistent. Standing exercises are useful […]
Strong thighs are necessary for daily functioning. You can thank your thighs for walking, running, climbing steps, and even getting out of a seated position. As you age, your thighs can weaken, turning simple tasks into challenges. The weakness also puts you at risk of falling or stumbling and getting injured. We reached out to […]
A jar lid that won’t budge, or a shopping bag that keeps getting swapped from hand to hand, is usually the first sign your grip has slipped. I’m a trainer with TRAINFITNESS, the UK’s leading fitness education provider, and in my work with clients over 65 I see the same pattern again and again: a […]
Losing arm strength after 60 often happens so gradually that many people don’t notice it until everyday tasks become more difficult. Carrying grocery bags, lifting laundry baskets, reaching into overhead cabinets, or pushing yourself out of a chair suddenly requires much more effort than it used to. As a trainer, I’ve worked with countless adults […]
Getting out of a chair without a struggle is something most people take for granted, until one day it isn’t so easy anymore. Michael Betts has spent almost 40 years as a personal trainer, and for the last 20 he’s been director and co-founder of TRAINFITNESS, the UK’s leading provider of in-person and online personal […]
Pushups give you a fast read on upper body strength because they ask your body to handle its own weight. Set your hands, brace your midsection, lower with control, and press back up. After 60, the number of clean reps you can complete says a lot about your strength, endurance, and ability to move with […]
The lower belly often becomes one of the most stubborn areas to strengthen after 60. Natural muscle loss, reduced daily activity, and years of sitting make it harder to maintain a firm midsection, even for people who exercise regularly. As a trainer, I’ve found that many adults still rely on endless crunches in hopes of […]
A wall sit can light up your legs in a hurry. You slide down the wall, settle into position, and suddenly your quads and glutes have to keep you there. There’s no bouncing through reps or leaning on momentum. Your lower body has to create force and hold it. After 60, that strength carries into […]
