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 […]
Upper-body strength proves pivotal when you push yourself up from a chair, catch your balance with your hands, carry a bag, or get off the floor. After 60, keeping that strength isn’t about chasing a harder workout for the sake of it, but is more about keeping your body ready for the things you still […]
Hip strength is easy to overlook as we age, until everyday movement starts feeling less steady. Stairs take more effort, your stride feels shorter, or getting up from a chair doesn’t feel as strong as it used to. When these moments start popping up, direct hip work becomes worth adding to your workout week. Gym […]
Some mornings, it helps to get a few good hip reps in before your feet hit the floor. The same idea works at night when you want to finish the day with light strength work instead of a full workout. Bed exercises make that easier because the setup is already there, and the movements can […]
Whether you hit the gym or exercise at home, there are many ways to sculpt and define your physique. The keys to success include determination and consistency. Many individuals swear by adding planks to their routine. Others use an exercise mat, resistance bands, dumbbells, or a medicine ball to help achieve their goal. But you […]
