That’s why it’s imperative to do strength training exercises topreserve muscle massas you get older.
Muscles that are strong and function properly helpslow down agingand add healthy years to your life.
They should be flat as your arms curl up," says Frydberg.
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Repeat for three sets of 10 reps per arm with 30 to 45 seconds of rest between sets.
Then, step on the band with both feet planted close together.
Pull up on the band using your arms so there’s resistance and the band is taught.
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Walk laterally for six steps in either direction.
Engage your thighs and core to perform the lateral step.
“see to it you’re traveling in a straight line with one foot following the other.”
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Do six steps in one direction, then six in the other.
Complete three rounds total.
Do 10 pulses for each leg," Frydberg instructs.
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“This is a great movement for stability and mobility as you age.”
“Pull up with both handles at the same time.
Keep your back flat and pull your elbows up to your back pockets.”
Perform three sets of ten reps with a 45 to 60-second rest between sets.
Switch your grip by crossing the handles so the band creates an X-shape.
“Flex your abdominal muscles while pulling up on the band,” says Frydberg.
“Keep your forearms and wrists flat (think of pulling upward to the chest.
Your elbows should flare out.”
Pause when the band reaches chest height and there’s the most resistance.
Hold for one to two seconds before slowly lowering back to the starting position.
Repeat for three sets of 10 reps. Rest for 45 to 60 seconds between sets.
Start by laying the band on the floor while holding one handle in your right hand.
Step on the band with your right foot.
Next, place your left foot slightly staggered in front of the band.
While holding the handle, bring your right arm back so your elbow points to the sky.
Extend your right arm slowly overhead until it’s close to straight but your elbows aren’t locked out.
Pause for one to two seconds before slowly lowering your arm while keeping your elbow fixed.
Perform three sets of eight reps per arm with 45 to 60 seconds of rest in between.
First, step your right foot on the resistance band while holding the handle in each hand.
At the same time, push your tailbone back while hinging at the waist.
Next, lift your leg as high as you might without turning out your hip.
Pause at the top while balancing, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
Perform three sets of six reps per leg with 30 to 45 seconds of rest in between.
