Fitness Over 40: A Six-Week Exercise Plan to Build Endurance, Strength, & Flexibility

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Boost your fitness with an exercise plan you can complete anywhere Staying active is an important part of keeping fit. But as we age, it can be harder to keep up with a fitness routine. Fitness Over 40 delivers a comprehensive method for staying in shape and improving the energy levels that may decline from aging. Find a six-week plan specially geared toward anyone over 40 looking to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and endurance. Whether you’re working out from home or at the gym, this fitness planner features workouts you can do with or without exercise equipment, so you can get started on a fitness routine that works for you. [list] [*]Antiaging science 101—Discover the science behind aging, the benefits of exercise for the mind and body, and what to expect decade by decade. [*]Plans tailored to you—Get started on the customizable “Fire It Up” workout routines that target different muscle groups and keep you challenged as you grow stronger. [*]Fitness and nutrition guides—Empower yourself with helpful information about nutrition, supplements, and the benefits of a general fitness plan after 40. [/list] Age gracefully and exercise your way toward improved strength and flexibility. Title Page Copyright Dedication Contents Introduction PART 1: A Solid Start 1 Aging and Your Body 2 Obstacles to Your Fitness 3 Foundation for Success PART 2: Your Fitness Routine 4 Endurance Training Walking Jogging and Running Swimming Outdoor Biking and Indoor Cycling Elliptical Machines Rowing Stair Climbers and Steppers Group Classes 5 Resistance Training Chest Shoulders Biceps Triceps Back Legs Calves Abdominals 6 Flexibility Training 7 Balance Training 8 Fire It Up 9 Keep It Up Resources References Acknowledgments About the Author