Over 60? 5 Strength Training Exercises Every Woman Should DO Before Too Late | Senior Moves

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Are you a woman over 60 looking to protect your bones, improve balance, and stay independent? You're in the right place. In this video, Senior Moves brings you 5 essential strength training exercises that every woman over 60 should start — before it’s too late. Backed by real science and orthopedic insight, these movements are simple, safe, and incredibly effective for long-term senior health. Most advice for seniors focuses on walking or staying active. But here’s the truth: walking alone does not prevent muscle loss or protect bone density. These 5 targeted exercises are designed to do what walking can’t — help you build strength, train your balance, and sharpen your body’s ability to react and recover. Whether you’re just starting out or already staying active, this guide will give you practical, at-home strategies to support your mobility, boost your confidence, and improve your overall senior health. Each move is carefully explained and demonstrated with modifications, making it easy to follow for all levels. No gym. No equipment. Just proven techniques to support your body — from the ground up. At Senior Moves, we believe that aging well starts with smart movement. These exercises are more than just workouts — they’re your daily investment in senior health, fall prevention, and independent living. Ready to move smarter, feel stronger, and age boldly? Watch now — and start your journey to better senior health today. 🔔 Subscribe for more evidence-based exercises and tips for senior health every week! #SeniorHealth #StrengthAfter60 #FallPrevention #WomenOver60 #SeniorMoves 📚 Research Sources Cited in This Video – Over 60? 5 Strength Training Exercises Every Woman Should Do Before Too Late | Senior Moves Cruz-Jentoft et al. “Sarcopenia: Revised European Consensus on Definition and Diagnosis.” Age and Ageing, 2019. National Osteoporosis Foundation. “Osteoporosis Prevention: Facts and Figures.” NOF Report, 2020. Peterson MD, Sen A, Gordon PM. “Influence of Resistance Exercise on Lean Body Mass in Aging Adults.” Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2011. Lord SR et al. “Sit-to-Stand Performance and Fall Risk in Older Women.” Journal of Gerontology, 2014. Gribble P, Hertel J. “Effect of Lower-Extremity Muscle Fatigue on Postural Control.” Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2004. Sherrington C et al. “Exercise to Prevent Falls in Older Adults: An Updated Systematic Review.” British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2019. Muehlbauer T et al. “Relationship Between Balance, Strength, and Falls in Seniors.” Clinical Interventions in Aging, 2015. Liu CJ, Latham NK. “Progressive Resistance Strength Training for Improving Physical Function in Older Adults.” Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2009. Verghese J et al. “Proprioception and Fall Risk in Older Adults.” Neurology Today, 2019. Harvard Medical School. “Strength and Balance Training After 60: Core Stability and Fall Prevention.” Harvard Health Publishing, 2021. ⚠️ Disclaimer Senior Moves does not provide medical advice. The information in our videos — including text, graphics, demonstrations, and references — is for educational purposes only and not intended as a substitute for professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or qualified health provider before starting any exercise or health program, especially if you have chronic conditions or mobility concerns. 📄 Copyright & Fair Use Notice Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as education, commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, and research. All referenced studies and visual material belong to their respective copyright owners. We respect intellectual property and aim to use content in ways consistent with educational fair use.