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“You don’t need an hour, a gym membership or a complicated program”—a certified trainer shares the 21-minute routine that builds strength, balance and confidence“The reason this routine works isn’t just the exercises—it’s that it’s doable,” says trainer Jill Jones
By Sam Rider Published
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“The sooner you start, the easier it is, but it’s never too late”—meet the 85-year-old redefining what it means to age wellRetired Wall Street manager Jim Owen shares how he took back control of his health, fitness and happiness at age 70
By Sam Rider Published
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A fitness trainer wants you to try this five-minute arm workout to build strengthAll you need is a resistance band to get started
By Ciara McGinley Published
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If you want to move better day-to-day, try these four unilateral Pilates exercisesImprove your balance and reduce your risk of injury
By Alice Porter Published
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A personal trainer recommends this three-move stretch routine to all her senior clients, and they can all be done either seated or standingImprove your mobility and flexibility without having to get on the floor
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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I added these four basic core moves to my training schedule for 30 days—here’s what it did for my runningThis mini core workout has helped me run regularly
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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A personal trainer says you don’t need lots of equipment to strengthen your arms, legs and core—this workout targets the entire body using just one kettlebellBuild full-body strength with this 15-minute home workout
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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If you plan to hike this summer and want to avoid knee pain, a walking coach recommends following this four-week treadmill walking planDon’t fall victim to hiker’s knee
By Alice Porter Published
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Over 50 and worried about falling? This quick test used by physical therapists reveals your risk—here’s how to try it and improve your balance and mobilityTry the simple TUG test
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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Hate crunches? These four dumbbell moves strengthen your deep core muscles without having to get on the floorThese standing exercises will work your deep core while building full-body strength
By Lou Mudge Published
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If you have sore shoulders, you may be overusing this muscle—here are two exercises a physical therapist recommends to improve mobility and stabilityThese moves are great for anyone who spends hours working at a desk
By Lou Mudge Published
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All you need is three minutes and this beginner routine to start enjoying the benefits of Pilates, according to a certified instructorStrengthen your legs, deep core muscles, coordination and confidence
By Sam Rider Published
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I’m a fitness writer and these are my best picks of the Lululemon We Made Too Much sectionHere's how you can get more Lululemon for your money
By Lou Mudge Published
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“I’m rarely motivated to exercise so I schedule exercise into my calendar like meetings” says an expert trainer as she reveals her weekly workout routineCertified trainer Nancy Eagle reveals the mix of strength workouts, cardio and rest that works for her
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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Over 60 and new to exercise? A veteran personal trainer shares his top three tips to succeedIt’s never too late to start exercising and experience the life-changing benefits
By Lou Mudge Published
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New to strength training? A personal trainer recommends four simple moves to get you startedTry these beginner-friendly exercises for a full-body workout
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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These are the five foundational exercises everyone should learn before trying Pilates, according to an instructorReduce your risk of injury and maximize the benefits of your practice
By Alice Porter Published
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Put the fun back in your fitness routine with this 10-minute follow-along workout from The Curvy Girl Trainer Lacee GreenChannel your inner athlete with this sports-inspired cardio workout
By Sam Rider Published
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Barefoot walking can strengthen your feet and improve your balance—the best barefoot shoes I’ve ever tested are now 37% offGet the benefits of walking barefoot with the protection of a shoe
By Lou Mudge Published
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Best treadmill: top running machines for home workoutsBuying guide Finding the best treadmill for your needs is a great way exercise at home and hit your fitness goals
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I eased my hormonal hip pain with one simple stretch—here’s what I didMy monthly hip pain was a nightmare until I started doing this
By Lou Mudge Published
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A physical therapist recommends this 15-minute resistance band routine to build strong ankles and reduce your risk of injuryPlus, the benefits of including ankles in your strength workouts
By Alice Porter Published
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Build strong abs with this no-crunches 15-minute dumbbell workoutReap the real-world benefits of having a strong core
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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I asked an expert trainer how to make the most of a 20-minute walk and he shared this walking workoutThis workout uses interval training to help you get more bang for your buck
By Lou Mudge Published
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A Pilates expert says these three standing moves can help to reduce hip stiffness in the over 60sUnlock your hips with these simple standing moves
By Katie Sims Published
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Boost heart health, learn new skills and fall in love with cardio with this athlete-approved alternative to road runningProfessional trail runner Anna Gibson makes the case for a sport that powered her to the 2026 Winter Olympic Games for Team USA
By Sam Rider Published
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A trainer says these four kettlebell moves build strength, stability and powerGet inspired with new moves for your kettlebell workouts
By Lou Mudge Published
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This trainer’s unique glute exercise has gone viral—here’s why you should try sumo fairies and how to do itIt’s a great alternative to Bulgarian split squats
By Alice Porter Published
