Exactly How Many Minutes of Strength Training Adults Over 50 Need Weekly, According to Trainers
Denise Chakoian isn’t mad about it. Chakoian is a certified fitness trainer and owner of Core Cycle and Fitness LaGree, and she considers strength training a ‘non-negotiable’ for adults over 50. Once you hit 50, the game changes,” she tells Parade. “Your body starts working against you in ways you don’t always feel until the damage is done. I tell every client over 50 that strength training isn’t optional—it’s the closest thing we have to a fountain of youth.
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5 Fitness Experts Agree on the Best Way to Modify a Push-Up
You might think of push-ups as arm exercises, but they do a lot more than just buff up your biceps. “Push-ups are a bodyweight exercise that builds strength in several areas at once,” said Denise Chakoian, a master trainer and the founder and owner of CORE in Providence, Rhode Island.
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The Best Android Smartwatches, Tested Over An Entire Year
A good smartwatch should feel comfortable on your wrist, says Denise Chakoian, Certified Fitness Trainer and Owner at CORE Cycle and Fitness LaGree in Providence, Rhode Island. “Since you’ll wear it daily, consider the size, weight and whether the style fits your lifestyle,” she says, adding that “premium Android smartwatches often have higher-quality materials and more stylish designs.” While most Android smartwatches ship with a silicone watch band, you can also opt for a cloth or mesh design to help it breathe against your skin, too.
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Trainers Share Their Top Cardio Tips for Women Over 50
“Cardio exercise keeps your heart and lungs strong, which lowers the risk of heart disease and having a stroke,” says Denise Chakoian, a certified fitness trainer and owner of Core Cycle Fitness LaGree in Providence, RI. Multiple studies link increases in physical activity (often low-impact cardio, like walking) to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease as well as lowering risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
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