A recent study conducted by The University of Sydney has found a link between a lack of strength in women and an increased need for residential aged care.
To stay strong it is important to take every opportunity to stay active. Walk rather than drive, use stairs, not the lift.
Weight training is great to strengthen and tone major muscle groups, but make sure you don’ t just focus on extremities, but your core as well. Body weight controlled exercises such as squats, push ups and triceps dips can be a cheap and very effective way of gaining safe strength benefits.
Aim for an all- round workout that ensures you maintain an upright posture and this will reduce your chances of injury and joint pain in the future.
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