This year is all about achieving your fitness goals.
But alas, where to even begin?
As you grow older, your lean muscle mass decreases.
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By performing strength exercises, you might maintain and even boost your muscle mass.
As for how often you should perform these exercises, that all depends on your goals and fitness level.
ThePhysical Activity Guidelines for Americansrecommend adults perform a minimum of two days of strength training each week.
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Vaziralli says some people may be able to work out up to six days per week.
She adds, “At Orangetheory, we believe in prioritizing any movement to improve overall health and wellness.
It’s important to listen to your body to adjust your routine or the intensity as needed.”
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The transverse squat requires more coordination and balance than a traditional squat through tighter core activation and control.
Additionally, it requires flexibility so it can help increase hip and overall lower body mobility."
This core-strengthening move activates your superficial and deep ab muscles, along with your hip flexors.
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To up the challenge, do them on your BOSU!
In this form, you work your abs and glutes more than you would without it!
Don’t have a BOSU?
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Try doing your upper-body exercises standing on one leg for a similar effect."
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