Walking is one of the best activities you can do for overall health, but, as you get older, you also need to include targeted balance training. If you’re feeling less steady, noticing you need to use a rail more often when walking up the stairs, it’s definitely time to focus on the right balance exercises. […]
After four decades as a personal trainer and 25 years as co-founder of TRAINFITNESS, the UK’s leading provider of personal training courses, I’ve noticed that posture decline has become one of the most common complaints among my clients over 50. A standing desk alone won’t reverse that slide, and the daily habits that pull your […]
Carrying strength shows up in everyday life. A grocery bag in one hand, a suitcase by your side, a laundry basket against your chest. After 60, those everyday carries can feel heavier as grip strength, posture, and core control begin to fade. Building that strength helps you stay more capable. Stronger hands make bags easier […]
Getting the lower belly area in shape can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Excess abdominal fat can be seemingly so easy to put on and incredibly time-consuming to shed. While spot-reduction is a myth, you can optimize your workout routine and daily habits in order to lose unwanted body fat and build a healthier […]
Many trainers and fitness pros recommend adding bridges to your workout routine due to their many benefits. This low-impact movement builds strength and stability in the lower body while protecting the lower back and boosting mobility. What does that mobility part mean for everyday living? Building strong hips can help you stand from a seated […]
At any age, strength should be a priority, but as you get older, it’s a necessity. After 65, getting out of a chair takes more effort. Groceries feel heavier. Longer walks start demanding more of your lower body. Most people assume that rebuilding strength requires long gym workouts, but you can restore full-body strength with […]
Shoulder strength can decline faster than you’d like after 60. As you get older, even reaching overhead to grab an item from the cabinet can be a struggle. I’ve worked with many clients over the years who thought that machine exercises were the best option to rebuild shoulder strength. In reality, if you pick the […]
As you age, it can become more challenging to keep your body in top form. There are several reasons why this can occur: Your body begins to lose collagen, which provides structure and support. Sun exposure and aging can also contribute to the loss of elastin, which helps your skin bounce back after it stretches […]
Crunches are familiar, and plenty of people still think of them first when they want to train their stomach. They can make the abs burn, but flattening belly sag after 60 usually needs more than curling forward on the floor. You need movement that brings the core into the session while the rest of the […]
Consider what life could be like without strong, healthy muscles. Many daily tasks and activities depend on a strong, stable lower body, like walking a golf course and swinging a club, bending down to lift heavy grocery bags, and even catching yourself from a stumble. Leg strength is essential in order to live an active […]
