Don't waste your time with walking and yoga. Lift weights!, by Masala Lab on YouTube. 28 min 38 s.
- Video length
- 28 min 38 s
- Time to do it
- 25 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Pick two or three days a week and set aside 25 minutes. Clear a space about the size of a yoga mat and keep water nearby.
Warm up for five minutes with arm circles, shoulder rolls, marching on the spot and slow bodyweight squats.
Squat: feet shoulder-width apart, sit back and down, keep your chest up, then stand. Do 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps.
Push-up: start against a wall or kitchen counter, then move to your knees, then the floor. Do 2 to 3 sets of 5 to 10.
Glute bridge: lie on your back, feet flat, push your hips up, squeeze your glutes, lower slowly. Do 2 sets of 12.
Row something. Use a resistance band or the edge of a sturdy table and pull for 2 sets of 8 to 12, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Finish with a 20 to 30 second plank. Rest a minute between sets and breathe normally through every rep.
Make it harder only when the last two reps feel easy: add reps, slow the lowering to three seconds, or move to a harder variation.
Leave at least one full day between sessions so your muscles recover, and eat some protein with each meal.
Tips and common mistakes
Muscle is built by doing slightly more over time, so keep a simple note of your reps and sets.
Lifting will not make you bulky. It changes how your body ages and helps keep your bones strong.
Skip the six-pack chase. Visible abs are mostly about body fat, not extra crunches.
Stop any exercise that causes sharp joint pain, and fix your form before adding difficulty.
Questions
How many days a week should a beginner train?
Two or three full-body sessions a week is enough at the start, with a rest day in between. Add a day only when you recover comfortably.
Do I need dumbbells?
No. Your bodyweight, a wall, a chair and a resistance band cover the first few months. Add dumbbells or a loaded backpack when bodyweight gets easy.
Is strength training safe for women in their 40s and 50s?
Yes. It is one of the most useful things you can do for muscle and bone as you age. Start light, learn the movement, and build up slowly.
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