From Health magazine
OK, OK, so just about everyone knows your metabolism begins to drop—and your dress size starts to go up—once you hit your 30s. But what you may not know is that it doesn’t have to. The main reason your body starts to pack on the pounds isn’t because you’re aging and your metabolism is slowing—it’s because you’re exercising less (or just not enough).
So what’s the harm in taking a break from your workouts and letting your belt out a couple of notches? That weight gain and muscle loss can really snowball over the years, says JoAnn Manson, MD, chief of preventive medicine at Harvard’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital, leading to an added 20 to 30 pounds by the end of your 50s, not to mention brittle bones and increased risks of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
You can avoid all that by doing our workouts designed specifically for your 30s, 40s, and 50s by Michele Olson, PhD, professor of exercise science at Auburn University. They’ll help you maintain your weight, kick up your metabolism, build muscle and bone density, and stay healthy inside, too. Ready to stop the aging clock?
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Comments (19)
Do you an exercise routine for those of us that are 60 and beyond?
I just started working out alittle and walking but its hard to watch what you eat..I take it a day at a time :)
What was the answer to the “over 60 and beyond” question – or did I miss the answer….??
Do you have exercises for 40+ that is low impact on the knee(recovering for past year from 2 surgeries). Gain 20 pds due to inactivity… watched eating habits but still gained. Need advice on toning up and caridio options that I can do without stressing knee.
I too am interested in exercise routines for all of us into or beyond our sixties. Exercise programs totally neglect that big group with gimpy knees who can no longer throw ourselves down on the carpet and pop up again as easily as a 20 year old can do and who may have uneasy balance.
A physiologically (aerobically) complete Low/No Impact exercise routine involves water resistance -”hop” walking around a pool using arms as paddles broken up with jumping jacks in waist high water – start whith feet only to bounce in the water (both feet for awhile, then off of one and the other) then bending the knees to continue the bounce routine from side to side. Additionally, using the arms to push against the water to twist the torso from side to side while standing in place in the water is a great core strengthening exercise. Continue the core routine by reaching above the head and bending from side to side and front to back as the water supports the lower body.
I have subscribed to Health for many years, I enjoy the article and suggestions of exercise programs, I also enjoy this website, but I too have wondered why their articles are totally missing out on a large group of folks over 60. I am 66 and recently retired as a nurse, have been active all my life, but it doesn’t take long to get out of shape. I wonder can those arms get back in shape. Got suggestions for us that is sutible to our age. Thank you
I am glad to see that others are bothered by Health’s lack of information for anyone 60 or older. I have written a letter to the magazine and will sadly drop my subscription if the Editors do not correct this oversight. It’s as though those of us older than 59 do not exist!!
Amen to the over 60’s who feel left out. I was lured to this page, then was disappointed when the plans stopped at 50! What’s up with that? There are a lot of us out here who are actually still breathing.
I’m 71 and don’t find anything for me—a newly named diabetic.
Not only have I had the same gripe about us post-60 types falling off the map, but I have been a heavy exerciser for 15 years now and the workouts you show are easy, easy, easy! I try to do a mixed cardio/weight/pilates type workout for an hour a day at least five days a week. Never skip more than two days to rest or I get stiff. And they’re right: exercise is key. Got me through two bouts of breast cancer over a 13-year period. There’s a huge market out there, dear editors, that no one is tapping into…
You stopped with the 50’s. Remember the rest of us who want to be in beter shape, lose weight, be healthy–those in their 60’s 70’s and 80’s or above. Many are living longer now and would like to stay as healthy as they can. Thanks!
I am trying to print this article and it will not print. Any ideas.
I previously wrote about a problem on a Health page (like this). The problem was never solved nor acknowledged. I think that no one from the magazine or website ever looks at the comments.
I too looked for exercises for people in their 60’s and above.
It looks like a lot of folks are looking for programs that could fit persons beyond their 50s. How about posting some general rules that would cover exercise at any age (check with a doctor first, don’t try too much at first, etc.)and provide a exercise guide matrix that would logically travel from the 20s through the 80s (why leave anyone out?). Thanks for considering this.
Prevention Magazine often includes plans or tips for women in their 60s. But don’t forget that not everyone fits into a “decade plan.” If you’ve been exercising on a regular basis, you may need the “30s plan” even if you are 52 – and vice versa if you’ve been on the couch. And yoga is good at any age.
Try this link: http://prevention.intoday.in/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&issueid=28&id=2215&Itemid=1§ionid=2&completeview=1
Yes, what can us over sixty do ? ? I like to walk, but can’t do the fifty ones. Thanks.. I would love some feed back…
I am 66 years old and would like some exercise tips for women who are my age and in relatively good health.
Thank you Robin. Your link has some interesting info that other “oldsters” may want to read. You also bring up some valid points: yoga is wonderful for all ages! Do you live in India? (noticed the web connection is related to India Today) Do you work for Health magazine?