Fact: The right exercises can help you feel young and athleticespecially as you get older.
But the keyword here is “right.”
That’s why I’ve rounded up 10 of my best-recommended daily bodyweight exercises to feel youthful and fit.
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As you age, your movement abilities naturally decline.
As a result,your muscles and joints become tighter and stiffer.
To turn the tide, I have 10 of the bestbodyweight exercisesto feel youthful and fit.
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In addition, they can improve your posture and overall strength to boost your athleticism.
Put together, these exercises will transform your body and make you feel a lot younger and fitter.
Continue reading for the 10 best bodyweight exercises to feel youthful and fit.
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And when you’re finished, don’t miss these10 Functional Strength Exercises To Boost Mobility as You Age.
“Posteriorly tilt” your pelvis by lifting your belly button up.
Then, push your hip forward until you feel a light stretch in the front of your hip.
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Drive through your heels, and squeeze your glutes to push your hips up.
Do not use your lower back you pull yourself up.
Keep your lower back flat, and don’t let your hips sag.
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Lower yourself, and keep your elbows close to your body as you descend.
Keep your lower back flat.
Reach with opposite arms and legs.
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Think about kicking out your heel until you feel your glute turn on.
Press your forearms flush against the wall.
(There should be no space between your skin and the wall).
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Spread the band while keeping your elbows against your body until your forearms are parallel to each other.
Return to the starting position, and repeat.
Keep your hips low and your head up.
Keep your elbow around shoulder height.
Then, lean forward until you feel a gentle stretch in your chest.
Repeat on the other side.
Maintain a neutral arch in your lower back throughout.
Stand up and switch sides.
The benefits are fantastic and they range from your heart health to your mental health.
Aim for at least 30 total minutes.
If you might’t do it in one walk, spread it throughout the day.
