Because real talk:Strength trainingis the GOAT when it comes tolongevity.

(Oh the joys of getting older!)

By engaging in active hobbies and exercise, you’re doing yourself a massive favor.

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Squats

Squatsengage your hamstrings, quads, core, and glutes.

To set up for the exercise, plant your feet shoulder-width apart.

Push away from the floor to get to return to standing.

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Lower your chest toward the ground until your elbows form 45-degree angles.

confirm your body remains in a straight line as you lower and press yourself back up.

Begin standing with your feet hip-width apart, and hold a dumbbell in each hand.

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Press your hips back, and keep a straight back.

Row the dumbbells up toward your chest, and squeeze your shoulder blades together.

Then, lower the weights back until your arms are extended.

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To begin, lie down flat on a workout mat.

Bend your knees, and place your feet flat on the ground.

Press through your heels to make it lift your hips up and raise them toward the ceiling.

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Lift until your body forms a straight line from your knees down to your shoulders.

Give your glutes a squeeze at the top of the movement before lowering your hips.

Perform three sets of 12 to 15 reps.

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This move engages your shoulders, core, and triceps.

Start by assuming a high plank with your hands positioned below your shoulders.

Activate your abs as you bring your right hand up to tap your left shoulder.

Return your right hand to the floor.

Repeat on the opposite side as you lift your left hand to tap your right shoulder.

Perform three sets of 10 to 12 reps per side.