Senior-Strength in Five Moves: Easy Bodyweight Exercises for Mobility and Stability
TL;DR
An expert who works with seniors recommends five beginner-friendly bodyweight moves—plank, push-ups, wall sits, crunches, and supported single-leg deadlifts—to safely build functional strength, mobility, and balance for people over 60, with guidance on starting modifications and progressive overload to support bone health and reduce fall risk.
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