[header] How to strength train as an older adult [title] Start slowly with all exercises. [step] When you're first starting or incorporating a strength training routine, it's important to ease into it. Doing too much exercise or using a weight that's not appropriate for you can cause an injury.
[header] How to strength train as an older adult [title] Start slowly with all exercises. [step] When you're first starting or incorporating a strength training routine, it's important to ease into it. Doing too much exercise or using a weight that's not appropriate for you can cause an injury.
[substeps] If you're already very active, you may be more likely to be vigorous and need some overall strength up. The first exercises should be challenging, but not dangerous. Try all types of strength training to see if any changes are necessary. [substeps] If you think any changes might be a concern, try changing your exercise regimen gradually so you can get used to the idea more slowly. Try to only do a couple of ten-minute sets of exercises a day, for example. [substeps] Strength training can be difficult if you're new to hitting and pushing weights. [substeps] Although including two to three days of strength training is recommended, start with just one day a week. This will help you ease into a new routine.