When you’re in your 50s and beyond, the goal is to remain strong.
This meansboosting your muscle mass and strength.
As you age, your body begins to break down.
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You lose muscle mass, power, and anaerobic capacity.
Feet-Elevated Pushups
Feet-Elevated Pushups start in a classic pushup with your hands shoulder-width distance apart.
Your feet should be raised on a sturdy surface, such as a box or workout bench.
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Keep your chest tall and core tight as you lower yourself under control until your chest touches the floor.
Then, drive yourself up by pushing through your palms.
Flex your triceps and chest at the top to finish.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Step out about 2 to 3 feet.
Drive through with your front heel to return to a standing position, and repeat.
Perform 3 to 4 sets of 12 reps for each leg.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
It can be a TRX/suspension strap (as shown above), bar, or rings.
If you’re using a strap, double-check to use a neutral grip with your palms facing you.
Keeping your core tight and hips high, pull yourself in by driving with your elbows toward your hips.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Assume a plank position with your shoulders in line with your wrists.
Place your upper back on a bench or sturdy surface with one foot firmly placed.
Keep your core tight as you extend your hip up by pushing through the heel of the planted leg.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Complete 3 to 4 sets of 10 to 15 reps for each leg.
