Best Full Body Workout | Over 40

5 Best Beginner Exercises For Over 40

What are the best full-body exercises for over 40? If you have never exercised before or not in years, then start with a slow routine that includes some daily cardio like walking and body weight resistance training.

It is never too late to build muscle. If you are over 40 doing strength training (resistance training) has many great benefits, including improving bone density, joint health, and boosting your metabolism. You just need to be consistent and do these exercises three to five times a week. Then add some weights once you build up your strength.

In this short beginner low-impact workout video, Jodie will demonstrate five of the best exercises to strengthen and tone the whole body, using your body weight as your strength training until you build up to a 30 to 40-minute workout routine.

This is a beginner low-impact full-body workout for anyone who has never done any exercises in the gym or used weights. Jodie does not use weights in this workout video for over 40 until you build your strength and core.

The Best Beginner Friendly Full-body Exercises

1. Squats: Strengthening the legs, hips, and core.
2. Lunges: Build strength in legs, hips, and core.
3. Pushups (wall or half floor pushups): Strengthen the upper body and core.
4. Planks (half or full): To strengthen the core, arms, and shoulders.
5. Super mans modified: Build strength in the back muscles and core.

Important Tips when you exercise at home:

1. Move slowly.
2. Engage your core. Watch Jodie’s beginner Pilates video to learn how to build your core strength.
3. Breathe slowly and evenly.
4. Awareness of knee alignment. When you squat and do your leg lunges, check your kneecaps are pointing toward the second, and third toes! Don’t bend your knees too much if your knees are weak and tight!

These strength-building exercises also help you shape up in your 50s, and slow down the aging process. Strength training can help you lose weight when you follow good eating habits and combine some cardio.


Aim for 10-15 repetitions for each exercise and side. Try one set for each exercise and build to two or three sets when stronger. Once you build strength you can use weights or resistance bands with some of these exercises.

Keep moving with this full-body strength workout and cardio for a healthy and happy 40-plus body and mind.

You can place the video on pause after Jodie demonstrates each exercise so you can take your time and do more.

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Disclaimer
Kevala Health, recommends that you consult your physician regarding the applicability of any recommendations and follow all safety instructions before beginning any exercise program and watching Kevala Health videos. When participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk. Thank you - Jodie