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I'm a personal trainer: This is one move you shouldn't be using to build strength with back pain
7+ hour, 37+ min ago (902+ words) Deep spinal flexion is one to avoid, and this is why Physical therapists, personal trainers and chiropractors tend to agree that there's a type of movement you should probably avoid if you suffer from lower back pain: Repetitive, deep, full…...
‘I’m 71 and in the best shape of my life. Here are the 5 simple bodyweight exercises I use that build muscle faster than walking workouts."
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (294+ words) Here are the exercises to add to your workout routine If that doesn't persuade you to start strength training, it's also worth mentioning that it can help improve your bone density, protecting against hip and spinal fractures, lower your blood…...
I’m a personal trainer who works with seniors: Here are the 5 bodyweight exercises I recommend
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (451+ words) Here are the exercises to try As we get older, functional fitness becomes essential for staying independent for longer. When we talk about functional fitness, we're referring to the everyday, multi-joint movements you make when you get up out of…...
3 moves that mobilize and strengthen your shoulders better than basic stretching (you just need a resistance band)
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (443+ words) These moves are the hack my shoulders thank me for Your shoulders do a lot of the heavy lifting, and I don't just mean during exercise. Therefore, building strong, stable shoulder joints should be a priority in anyone's routine, whether…...
4 hip mobility moves that unstick your joints better than a 30-second butterfly stretch
6+ day, 8+ hour ago (574+ words) Expert picks to help you choose. Best Laptop/ PC Guides Top tips to upgrade your setup. Unlock and manage exclusive Tom's Guide member rewards. Try these exercises instead of the butterfly Rotating between exercises helps keep things interesting and engaging,…...
'Stop doing crunches: I tried flutter kicks for a week, and the results surprised me!"
6+ day, 10+ hour ago (401+ words) Expert picks to help you choose. Best Laptop/ PC Guides Top tips to upgrade your setup. Unlock and manage exclusive Tom's Guide member rewards. This deceptively pleasant-sounding move is a serious workout for the abs "Flutter kicks," I thought, when…...
I'm a personal trainer: These are the 3 moves you need for better stability and balance as you age
1+ week, 15+ hour ago (591+ words) Your membership journey starts here. Keep exploring and earning more as a member. Expert picks to help you choose. Best Laptop/ PC Guides Top tips to upgrade your setup. Unlock and manage exclusive Tom's Guide member rewards. Forget yoga: You…...
Ditch the planks: This 3-move standing core workout burns fat and builds functional fitness in just 10 minutes
1+ week, 1+ day ago (778+ words) Your membership journey starts here. Keep exploring and earning more as a member. Expert picks to help you choose. Best Laptop/ PC Guides Top tips to upgrade your setup. Unlock and manage exclusive Tom's Guide member rewards. Here are the…...
We know weight training prevents muscle loss after 40, but what 3 moves should you start with?
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1031+ words) Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features. Be AI savvy with your weekly newsletter summing up all the biggest AI news you need to know. Plus, analysis from our AI editor and tips on how…...
'The core responds beautifully to intentional and low-load training at any age' — a personal trainer shares a 5-move workout to build core muscle after 65
1+ week, 4+ day ago (312+ words) Hack your way to a stronger core You might be noticing that as you get older, your body doesn't respond to exercise the same way it used to. That's completely normal, but it doesn't mean strength gains are off the…...