4 Chair Exercises That Rebuild Upper Body Strength Faster Than Lifting Weights After 55

Chair exercises for upper body strength after 55, created by Tyler Read, BSc, CPT, to rebuild pushing and pulling power.

5 Standing Exercises That Rebuild Strength Faster Than Gym Workouts After 50

Standing exercises to build strength after 50, from Jarrod Nobbe, MA, CSCS, with 5 practical moves you can use now.
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Push-ups: The simple bodyweight exercise that builds total upper-body strength

A classic move backed by fitness experts in the United States, push-ups remain one of the most effective exercises for ...
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You don’t need pull-ups to build a stronger upper body — here are 3 moves to try instead

Yeh, pull-ups are impressive, but they aren’t the be-all and end-all of upper body strength. If you don’t have a bar or just don’t fancy hoisting your chin over one, try this three-move dumbbell and ...

Periodization Training Can Build Strength, Muscle, and Endurance. Here’s Who Should Try It.

Experts explain what to know about the training method.

I tried 7 days of the ‘Tread and Tone’ walking workout — here's what happened to my body

The 'Tread and Tone' walking workout with weights is surprisingly effective, but it won't be to everyone's taste, and this is why.

Runners Need Strength Training—These 10 Exercises Twice a Week Are All You Need

Run faster and more efficiently with these moves.
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Why this workout could change your upper body

The pursuit of a stronger, more defined upper body often leads people to lengthy gym sessions, but new research suggests that shorter, high-intensity workouts can deliver comparable—if not ...
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A Personal Trainer’s Go-To Exercises for Staying Fit at 50 and Beyond

Personal trainer Anthony Wall shares the 5 exercises he makes sure are part of his weekly fitness routine at age 55.