These daily moves can help you achieve a strong, sleek waistline.<\/p>\n
A strong, defined core can support an active, independent lifestyle as you age. But alas, it\u2019s not always easy to keep your waistline as trim and toned as it once was. Between hormonal shifts, changes in metabolism, and natural changes to body composition that can occur during this stage of life, it can feel like an uphill battle. Don\u2019t get frustrated; just be open to a new routine.<\/p>\n
We spoke with Denise Chakoian<\/a>, Rhode Island Certified Fitness Trainer and Owner of Core Cycle and Fitness LaGree, who has 16+ years of experience training individuals of all ages and fitness levels, who shares five daily exercises<\/a> women over 65 need to keep their waistline fit.<\/p>\n \u201cThese exercises work the whole middle of the body\u2014not just the muscles you think of as your abs,\u201d Chakoian explains. \u201cThese moves will not specifically burn belly fat, but they can keep the muscles underneath strong and firm, which helps the midsection look more toned<\/a> as you get older.\u201d<\/p>\n \tStanding Knee-To-Elbow Crunches<\/p>\n \u201cStanding knee-to-elbow crunches strengthen the abdominal muscles and obliques while improving balance and coordination,\u201d Chakoian tells us.<\/p>\n Begin standing tall with your feet shoulder-width apart and hands behind your head, elbows out wide.
\nActivate your core and lift your left knee toward your left elbow as you crunch your torso to the side, keeping your chest tall.
\nUse control to lower.
\nLift your right knee toward your right elbow as you crunch your torso to the side.<\/p>\n