Stature™ Magazine

Everyday strengthGetting up from the floor uses strength, flexibility and balance together. Practice beside sturdy support to build confidence. Mobility and BalanceIf your hips or ankles are especially stiff, swap in a few moves from our 10-minute hip mobility routine or our ankle mobility exercises. Strength After 40Most participants were young, resistance-trained men, and only three of the 19 studies tracked results over weeks rather than a single session. Strength at homeYou can build strength at home with resistance bands. Consistent effort matters more than having a room full of equipment. Gym confidenceGym machines can build strength too. Start with settings and weights you can control comfortably. Mobility and BalanceSlower practices such as tai chi build controlled weight shifting, and feeling steadier on stairs and uneven ground depends on both kinds of skill. Better balanceBalance needs practice, even if you walk daily. Try standing on one leg beside a counter for support. Everyday strengthSquats train the muscles you use to rise from a chair. Start by standing up from sturdy seating, then sitting slowly.