{"id":108750,"date":"2025-09-02T09:02:08","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T09:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/108750\/"},"modified":"2025-09-02T09:02:08","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T09:02:08","slug":"at-71-im-a-fitness-coach-heres-the-workout-i-swear-by-for-strength-and-mobility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/108750\/","title":{"rendered":"At 71, I&#8217;m a fitness coach. Here&#8217;s the workout I swear by for strength and mobility."},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"9d70c243-f7ae-4f72-ad01-31472da059b7\">Proving that age is just a number, Nate Wilkins is a 71-year-old personal trainer, a Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete, and is co-founder of the AgelessWorkout Method.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;My goal has been to create a practical, accessible way for modern aging adults\u2014especially men\u2014to build movement skills, address pain, regain confidence, and enjoy a higher quality of life for longer,&#8221; he told Tom\u2019s Guide.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-seasonal\" data-url=\"\" href=\"\" data-hl-processed=\"none\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"9d70c243-f7ae-4f72-ad01-31472da059b7-2\">&#8220;Now, in my 70s, I\u2019m proud to say I\u2019m in the best shape of my life and stand as living proof of what\u2019s possible with consistent training, smart recovery, and a pro-aging mindset. Purpose fuels my workouts, community keeps me accountable, and the results continue to inspire me each day.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>You may like<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for inspiration for your next workout, Nate has shared his go-to workout for building strength and mobility. &#8220;I\u2019ve relied on it for years to stay strong, flexible, and ready for whatever life brings,&#8221; he says.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/PPJ2v5QFkPXDFiMxFiy8dF.jpg\" alt=\"a photo of Nate Wilkins\"   class=\"person__avatar image-wrapped__image image__image\" loading=\"lazy\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/PPJ2v5QFkPXDFiMxFiy8dF.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/PPJ2v5QFkPXDFiMxFiy8dF.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/PPJ2v5QFkPXDFiMxFiy8dF.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Nate Wilkins is a Navy veteran turned wellness advocate, Nate&#8217;s life changed after a health scare led to 50lbs weight loss. Today, Nate shares his Ageless Workout Method, to guide others, especially those with chronic conditions.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-what-is-the-workout\" data-url=\"\" href=\"\" data-hl-processed=\"none\"\/>What is the workout? <\/p>\n<p id=\"7c8701ea-0d18-4888-97a9-ed68917226bd\">&#8220;I created this after my own health challenge, when I realized I needed something simple, adaptable, and effective \u2014 whether I was at home, in the park, or traveling,&#8221; Nate explains.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;As a 2025 Senior Planet \/ AARP Sponsored Athlete, I see this routine as more than just exercise \u2014 it\u2019s a model for sustainable fitness that anyone can adapt to their life stage.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>All you\u2019ll need for this workout is your bodyweight; however, if you want to increase the intensity as you build fitness, you can loop one of the <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomsguide.com\/best-picks\/best-resistance-bands\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.tomsguide.com\/best-picks\/best-resistance-bands\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best resistance bands<\/a> around your legs or grab a set of the <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomsguide.com\/best-picks\/best-adjustable-dumbbells\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.tomsguide.com\/best-picks\/best-adjustable-dumbbells\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best adjustable dumbbells<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-dynamic-warm-up\" data-url=\"\" href=\"\" data-hl-processed=\"none\"\/>Dynamic warm-upMarching or high knees in placeShoulder rolls to wake the body up<a id=\"elk-the-circuit\" data-url=\"\" href=\"\" data-hl-processed=\"none\"\/>The circuit10\u201315 bodyweight squats for strong legs10\u201315 wall push-ups for chest, arms, and core10\u201315 hip hinges to protect the back and strengthen the glutes30 seconds of standing knee lifts for balance and core8\u201310 step-backs or modified lunges for stability<a id=\"elk-cool-down\" data-url=\"\" href=\"\" data-hl-processed=\"none\"\/>Cool downGentle stretches and mindful breathing<\/p>\n<p id=\"8901a9da-4b61-4cbd-9ed6-ab8919e09bc6\">&#8220;It takes me 15\u201320 minutes, and I adjust based on how I feel. Some days it\u2019s one round; other days I\u2019ll do three with resistance bands,&#8221; Nate says.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This routine has become a staple because it\u2019s not just about staying fit today\u2014it\u2019s about investing in my future self. Every rep builds the strength, mobility, and resilience I\u2019ll need five, ten, even twenty years from now.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Follow <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqKAgKIiJDQklTRXdnTWFnOEtEWFJ2YlhObmRXbGtaUzVqYjIwb0FBUAE?hl=en-US&amp;gl=US&amp;ceid=US%3Aen\" data-url=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqKAgKIiJDQklTRXdnTWFnOEtEWFJ2YlhObmRXbGtaUzVqYjIwb0FBUAE?hl=en-US&amp;gl=US&amp;ceid=US%3Aen\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Tom&#8217;s Guide on Google News<\/a> to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. 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