Ally, a devoted yoga instructor, and Mia, a committed housewife, have been best friends for years, despite leading very different lives. Ally’s days revolve around fitness, wellness, and self-care, while Mia focuses on creating a beautiful home, cooking, and caring for her family.
Like many of us, we often find ourselves searching online for tips, hacks, and tricks to feel and look younger than our years. (Guilty as charged!) While there’s no way to literally turn back time, adopting healthy lifestyle habits—like adding superfoods and supplements to your diet, meditating to manage stress, protecting your skin from sun damage, staying positive, and exercising regularly—can help you maintain your vitality.
We spoke with Ronny Garcia, CPT at Blink Fitness, who shared some of the best daily strength exercises for women aiming to feel a decade younger. Real talk: strength training is hands-down the ultimate tool for longevity.
Why Strength Training Matters
After your 30s, women can lose roughly 3% to 5% of lean muscle every decade. Bone size and density also decline over time, increasing the risk of fractures and injuries. (Ah, the perks of aging!) Staying active through exercise and hobbies is one of the best ways to counter these effects.
“Strength training helps women feel stronger, more energetic, and boosts overall well-being,” Garcia explains. “It offers a variety of benefits as we age, including increased muscle strength, better bone health, improved balance and posture, and a sense of empowerment.”
How to Start Feeling 10 Years Younger
Ready to begin? Incorporate these daily strength exercises into your routine, and don’t forget to complement them with cardio and rest days. Pair your workouts with a balanced, protein-rich diet for maximum effect.
And when you’re finished, check out insights like These 4 Things Can Predict How Long You’ll Live, According to Science to continue taking control of your health and longevity.
