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These are the three changes you should make to your workouts as you get older, according to a Pilates instructor


Published on 2025-01-26 02:43:09 - MSN
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  • Catherine Manna is a Pilates instructor and the founder of CLM Pilates who works with young and old
  • up to 80 years old! She says there are three things you should focus on to adapt your exercise routine as you get older,

The article from MSN, written by a Pilates instructor, outlines three key adjustments to make to your workout routine as you age to maintain fitness and prevent injury. Firstly, it emphasizes the importance of focusing on mobility and flexibility rather than just strength, as aging can lead to stiffer joints and muscles. Incorporating exercises that enhance range of motion, like Pilates, yoga, or simple stretching, can help. Secondly, recovery becomes more crucial; the article suggests allowing more time for recovery between workouts, possibly reducing workout intensity or frequency, and incorporating recovery techniques like massages or using foam rollers. Lastly, listening to your body is vital; this means understanding and respecting your body's signals for rest or modification in exercises, adapting workouts to accommodate any physical changes or limitations, and not pushing through pain which could lead to injuries. The article stresses that these changes help in maintaining an active lifestyle into older age by adapting to the body's evolving needs.

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