Stay strong after 50, try these daily exercises for men over 50 from a CPT.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re a man over 50, holding on to your strength gains no longer means setting new PRs or spending countless hours in the gym. Now that you\u2019re older and wiser, you need to adopt a smarter approach\u2014one that focuses on maintaining your mobility, independence, and resilience to reduce injury risk as you get older.<\/p>\n
Studies<\/a> show that muscle mass and strength decline with age if they aren\u2019t actively challenged enough with strength training. The good news however is research<\/a> also shows that resistance-based exercises can slow, stop, and even partially reverse muscular decline well into later life.<\/p>\n While performing strength training sessions a few times per week is beneficial, getting in daily movement is essential for maintaining muscle mass<\/a>, supporting joint health<\/a>, and boosting neuromuscular coordination<\/a>. These health benefits are especially crucial for men over 50, whose recovery capacity may be slightly lower but who still benefit greatly from regular mechanical stimulus for holding onto strength.<\/p>\n But with all the conflicting information online, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. That\u2019s why we chatted with Abbie Watkins, CPT, certified personal trainer with OriGym<\/a>, who shares her top six exercises designed specifically for men over 50 to stay strong and mobile.<\/p>\n