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Bookmark or Share- Exercises to improve your core strength - Mayo ClinicCore-strength exercises strengthen the core muscles. Core muscles include the abdominal muscles, back muscles and the muscles around the pelvis. Strong core muscles make it easier to do many physical activities. You can do core-strength exercises on a carpeted floor or mat. Breathe freely and deeply during each core-strength exercise.
- Balance exercises - Mayo ClinicAnother exercise that can help improve balance and lower the risk of falls is a form of gentle movement training called tai chi. Tai chi may improve balance and make you more stable and less likely to fall. Look for group classes at local fitness centers or senior centers. Or rent or buy videos or books about tai chi.
- Strength training: OK for kids? - Mayo ClinicStrength training can become a part of a fitness plan as early as age 7 or 8. Younger children who start sports activities such as baseball or soccer also might benefit from strength training. To strength train, children should be able to follow directions and practice proper form.
- Strength training: How-to video collection - Mayo ClinicStrength training, combined with regular aerobic exercise, can greatly impact your health. You may build strength, improve your muscle tone, improve your quality of life and boost your self-esteem. But you can also injure yourself if you use poor technique with your exercises.
- Strength training: Get stronger, leaner, healthier - Mayo ClinicStrength training can reduce the signs and symptoms of many chronic conditions, such as arthritis, back pain, obesity, heart disease, depression and diabetes. Sharpen your thinking skills. Some research suggests that regular strength training and aerobic exercise may help improve thinking and learning skills for older adults.
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