Exercise and Physical Activity for Older Adults

Frequently Asked Questions

20. What are some strength exercises to try?

Here are 5 muscle strengthening exercises to try. Pictures of older adults performing each of these exercises appear on the following pages, with easy directions to help you do them safely. The exercises include

1. wrist curls
2. arm raises
3. seated rows with resistance band
4. back leg raises
5. toe stands

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