All articles tagged with #standing exercises
Originally Published 4 days ago — by Eat This Not That
Standing exercises are highly effective for building core strength, improving balance, and aiding in belly fat reduction, especially for those over 55, by engaging multiple muscle groups and incorporating progressive overload, with exercises like farmer’s walks, deadlifts, squats, side bends, and woodchops.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Eat This Not That
Performing four specific standing exercises—single-leg balance with reach, hip hinge to stand walk, standing half-squat with arm raise, and side step with knee lift—can significantly improve strength, balance, and functional movement in people over 60, making them fitter and more capable than many younger individuals.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Eat This Not That
A 7-minute morning standing routine, including exercises like squats, jumping jacks, and knee-to-elbow crunches, can help reduce belly fat and improve core stability for those over 50 by leveraging morning cortisol levels and engaging multiple muscle groups for functional strength and metabolic boost.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by Eat This Not That
The article discusses five effective standing exercises—sit-to-stand squats, resistance band rows, lunges, overhead presses, and walking—that can help individuals over 50 rebuild muscle faster than traditional weight training by improving neural activation, balance, and muscle coordination, which are crucial for maintaining strength and preventing falls as we age.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Eat This Not That
This article presents five effective standing exercises for people over 40 to help flatten the stomach before breakfast, including bodyweight squats, standing knee drives, jumping jacks, torso twists, and marching in place, emphasizing their benefits for metabolism, core strength, and overall fitness without the need for floor work.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Eat This Not That
A fitness expert shares five effective standing exercises to help flatten the lower belly faster than floor exercises, especially beneficial for those over 50, by engaging core muscles and improving stability against gravity.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Eat This Not That
As we age, standing exercises are more effective than leg machines for firming thighs because they engage multiple muscle groups, improve balance, and mimic real-life movements. The article highlights five exercises—supported squats, reverse lunges, lateral leg lifts, chair pose, and step-ups—that help maintain muscle strength, stability, and confidence after 50, emphasizing slow, controlled movements and proper form for optimal results.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Eat This Not That
After 50, muscle loss accelerates due to declining hormones, but simple standing exercises like ground presses, single-leg stands, and balance moves can effectively build muscle, improve stability, and support joint health without gym equipment.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Eat This Not That
The article highlights six effective standing exercises for people over 50 to reduce belly overhang, emphasizing the importance of consistency and strength training to build core stability, improve mobility, and promote long-term fat loss, which are more beneficial than traditional cardio for targeting deep core muscles.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Eat This Not That
The article highlights five simple standing exercises—sit-to-stand squats, calf raises, side leg lifts, balance taps, and side step-ups—that can help people over 50 improve strength, balance, and mobility, potentially reversing some effects of aging without the need for gym equipment.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Eat This Not That
Standing exercises are effective for slimming the waistline as they engage multiple muscle groups, increase calorie burn, and mimic real-life movements. Key moves include oblique crunches, high knees, woodchoppers, side-to-side knee drives, and reverse lunges with rotation, which help tone the core and burn fat when combined with good nutrition and consistency.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eat This, Not That
If you want to sculpt ripped abs in record time, try this 30-day standing workout routine. These exercises focus on total-body fat loss and include high knees, oblique twists, standing bicycle crunches, standing side leg raises, standing mountain climbers, wood choppers, standing Russian twists, standing cross crunches, standing leg circles, and knee raises. Perform these exercises three to four times a week, and aim for two to three sets of 12 to 15 reps each. Remember to maintain consistency and follow a healthy diet for optimal results.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eat This, Not That
Personal trainer Stephanie Thomas shares five standing exercises for faster weight loss after 50. These exercises engage the whole body, especially the core, and can be done at home or while traveling. The exercises include high knees, standing side crunches, dumbbell deadlifts, dumbbell side bends, and jumping jacks. Incorporating these exercises into your routine can help tone the body, increase muscle, and burn fat.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Eat This, Not That!
NASM-certified physical trainer Luke Elion shares four standing exercises that effectively target and melt inner thigh fat. These exercises include squats, lunges, banded lateral walks, and lateral lunges. No fancy equipment is needed, making them convenient and accessible for anyone looking to tone their legs and burn calories.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tom's Guide
Building visible abdominal muscles requires focusing on overall body fat percentage rather than endless crunches. This article provides a workout consisting of five standing or kneeling ab exercises that can help build functional fitness. The exercises include overhead march, around the worlds, goblet march, kneeling chop, and bear pull through. These exercises target the core muscles and provide benefits such as supporting and protecting internal organs, maintaining posture, and stabilizing the pelvis and spine. Standing or kneeling ab workouts also mimic functional movements in daily life.