{"id":16123,"date":"2025-09-12T07:35:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T07:35:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/16123\/"},"modified":"2025-09-12T07:35:14","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T07:35:14","slug":"8-daily-standing-exercises-for-women-over-40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/16123\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Daily Standing Exercises for Women Over 40"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether your goal is to tighten your waistline<\/a> or sculpt strong, toned arms<\/a>, standing exercises are a stellar way to get your body into top form. You heard that right\u2014there\u2019s no need to roll out a yoga mat and perform floor work. We spoke with Nadia Murdock, CPT, certified fitness instructor at Garage Gym Reviews<\/a>, and Denise Chakoian, Rhode Island certified fitness trainer and owner of Core Cycle<\/a> and Fitness LaGree, who share the best daily standing exercises<\/a> for women to stay fit and firm. These moves will boost your health and help build the body you desire.<\/p>\n

Standing exercises strengthen the obliques<\/a> and deep core muscles. They also challenge your body\u2019s stability, training the small muscles that control balance, notes Chakoian.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey make the core work harder because the body has to stay upright without support,\u201d Chakoian adds. \u201cGood posture comes from keeping the shoulders back and the spine tall during the exercises. The legs and hips also stay active, giving the body a stronger base to stand on.\u201d<\/p>\n

We understand that life can get hectic, and finding time to exercise can be a struggle. But fortunately, these exercises are designed to seamlessly fit into your busy schedule. You can do them anywhere, any time, and they require minimal\u2014if any\u2014equipment.<\/p>\n

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\u201c[Many of] these moves copy everyday actions<\/a>, making it easier to lift, bend, and walk without strain. It also puts pressure on the bones in a healthy way, helping slow down bone loss,\u201d Chakoian explains. \u201cDoing them often keeps posture and circulation better, which supports staying active and independent.\u201d<\/p>\n

\tSquats<\/p>\n

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Squats<\/a> work the glutes, hamstrings, quads, and more.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e<\/p>\n

\u201cThese muscles power walking, climbing stairs, and lifting. Strong legs and glutes improve lower-body shape and keep daily movements easier as you age,\u201d Chakoian says.<\/p>\n

Stand tall, feet shoulder-width apart on the floor.
\nExtend your arms ahead of you or place your hands on your hips.
\nBend at the knees and hips to lower into a squat.
\nDescend until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
\nPress through your heels to rise back up to standing.
\nPerform 2 to 3 sets of 12 to 15 reps.<\/p>\n

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\tStanding Side Leg Lifts<\/p>\n

Standing side leg lifts train the core, outer thighs, and hip abductors.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese muscles support balance, prevent hip weakness, and shape the outer hips and thighs for a firmer look,\u201d Chakoian tells us.<\/p>\n

Stand tall, holding onto a wall or sturdy chair for support, if needed.
\nLift one leg out to the side.
\nSlowly lower, and repeat.
\nComplete 2 to 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps per side.<\/p>\n

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\tStanding Calf Raises<\/p>\n

Standing calf raises fire up the ankles, calves, and stabilizing muscles in the feet.<\/p>\n

\u201cStrong calves improve circulation, stability, and help tone the lower legs,\u201d Chakoian says. \u201cThey also protect the ankles from injury.\u201d<\/p>\n

Stand tall, feet hip-width apart.
\nRise onto the balls of your feet.
\nHold for a moment at the top, then lower.
\nKeep your core activated throughout for balance.
\nComplete 2 to 3 sets of 15 to 20 reps.<\/p>\n

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\tCross-Body Bicycles<\/p>\n

Cross-body bicycles engage the obliques and enhance balance.<\/p>\n

Stand tall, feet hip-width apart, knees bent slightly, and hands placed behind your head.
\nPull your lower abs in.
\nLift your left knee as your right shoulder and elbow rotate toward the knee.
\nLower to the start position.
\nRepeat on the other side.
\nPerform 3 sets of 30 seconds.<\/p>\n

\tStanding Oblique Crunches<\/p>\n

Standing oblique crunches support better core stability, helping to sculpt and tighten the waistline.<\/p>\n

\u201cStanding helps you enable your core and legs simultaneously, activating the entire body,\u201d explains Murdock.<\/p>\n

Stand tall, feet shoulder-width apart.
\nSlowly lift your right arm overhead.
\nAt the same time, bring your right knee up to meet your right elbow.
\nRelease.
\nRepeat this motion on the same side for 15 reps.
\nSwitch to the other side.
\nComplete 3 sets.<\/p>\n

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\tDumbbell Halos<\/p>\n

Dumbbell halos tighten the core while building shoulder strength.<\/p>\n

\u201cNot only is this move good for your core, but it\u2019s also ideal for the upper back and shoulders,\u201d says Murdock.<\/p>\n

Stand tall, feet hip-width apart.
\nHold a dumbbell end-to-end at your right hip.
\nMaintain a soft bend in the knees.
\nGradually bring the dumbbell up toward your opposite shoulder, then \u201chalo\u201d it around the back of your head.
\nThe dumbbell should end at your left hip.
\nComplete 3 sets of 15 rotations.<\/p>\n

\tReverse Twist Lunges<\/p>\n

Reverse twist lunges engage the quads, glutes, and obliques, creating a powerhouse move for your lower body.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis move\u2019s twisting action allows the center of the body to get a little extra attention by firing up the obliques and challenging your core stability,\u201d Murdock notes.<\/p>\n

Stand tall, feet hip-width apart.
\nHold a dumbbell in hand from end to end.
\nExtend your arms ahead of you.
\nStep back into a reverse lunge.
\nTwist your torso to the left, making sure your front knee does not exceed your toes.
\nReturn to the start position.
\nRepeat on the other side.
\nAlternate for 3 sets of 12 reps.<\/p>\n

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\tStanding Pelvic Tilts<\/p>\n

\u201cThis exercise is excellent for building deep core strength and supporting your lower back,\u201d states Murdock.<\/p>\n

Lean against a wall with a soft bend in your knees.
\nAs you exhale, tilt your pelvis forward, moving away from the wall.
\nInhale as you return your back to the wall, gently pressing against it.
\nMake sure your ab muscles stay engaged throughout.
\nComplete 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps.<\/p>\n

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Alexa Mellardo<\/p>\n

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