STRENGTH

Five moves, two sessions a week, at any age.

THE FIVE MOVES

Master these and you can train anywhere.

  1. Step 1 of 53 × 10Legs

    Squat

    Sit back and down like there’s a chair behind you.

    How-to
  2. Step 2 of 53 × 8Back side

    Hinge

    Push your hips back with a flat back — the deadlift pattern.

    How-to
  3. Step 3 of 53 × 8Chest

    Push

    Push-ups on the floor, a bench or the wall.

    How-to
  4. Step 4 of 53 × 10Back

    Pull

    Rows with a band, a dumbbell or a sturdy table.

    How-to
  5. Step 5 of 53 × 40 sGrip & core

    Carry

    Walk tall holding something heavy in each hand.

    How-to

Strength

NO GYM NEEDED

Round 1–3

Squats

40 seconds — sit back, chest up.

Round 1–3

Push-ups

40 seconds — knees down is fine.

Round 1–3

Glute bridges

40 seconds — squeeze at the top.

Round 1–3

Plank

40 seconds — long line, steady breath.

AFTER 50

Strength training helps balance, bones and everyday life at every age.