Fitness experts break down 10 of the best strength exercises for women to reclaim a fit and ultra-toned physique as they age.
, recommends incorporating burpees into your strength routine. This exercise begins with you placing your feet shoulder-distance apart on the floor. Engage your abs as you lower into a high plank with your hands below your shoulders and your legs kicked back behind you. Do a pushup. Then, jump your feet forward to meet your hands. Explosively jump up as you lift both arms overhead. Complete three sets of 20 reps.Set up for bicep curls by placing your feet hip-distance apart.
Keep your elbows close to your sides during the curl and as you lower the weights back down. Perform three sets of 20 reps.Last but not least, York recommends the mountain climber. Start in a high plank, place your hands below your shoulders, and kick your legs out behind you so they're extended. Quickly bring one knee up to your chest, then bring it back behind you. Repeat with your opposite knee, and continue to alternate. Perform three sets of 20 reps.
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