It’s important that as we get older, we modify our training slightly to accommodate our aging bodies.
Also at that age, your joints simply won’t be what they used to be.
Focus on your balance, your mobility, and working your muscles with a healthy range of motion.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S., CSCS
Plus, I’ve included a two great moves you should do, as well.
So read on, and happy training.
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Tim Liu, C.S.C.S., CSCS
And for more great exercise advice, don’t miss theseLean-Body Secrets from Exercise Experts Over 50.
I think you’re better off ignoring the barbell overhead press.
For this reason, I’d urge you to ditch the shrugs and incorporate more pulling movements instead.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S., CSCS
Do: Suitcase Deadlift (8-10 reps each side)
I love this exercise.
This is crucial as we continue to age.
Reverse the pattern back to start position before performing another rep.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S., CSCS
Perform all of the prescribed reps on one side before switching to the other.
With your opposite hand, plant it 45 degrees out to the side.
Push through your planted foot and raise the weight to the ceiling.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S., CSCS
As you come up, shift your body to opposite side and get up.
Keeping your arm straight overhead, lift your hips off the ground until they are fully extended.
Slowly begin bringing the opposite leg behind you so your knee is planted.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S., CSCS
You should be in a lunge position with the hand, knee and foot in a straight line.
From the kneeling lunge position, stand up straight with the bell overhead.
