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Resistance Bands or Bodyweight? What Shrinks Belly Fat Faster After 40. Cover. Motivated blonde woman in black sportswear and white sneakers exercising with resistance band outdoors, looking at copy space and smiling, full length shot. Fitness equipment concept

Resistance Bands vs. Bodyweight: Belly Fat Fix?
Fitness pros reveal whether resistance bands or bodyweight workouts deliver better belly fat-loss results.
Young fit sporty brunette in sportswear with ponytail doing squats while holding dumbbells. Healthy lifestyle concept. If You Can Do This One Combo Repeatedly, You’re Fitter Than Most People Over 50. Cover

Can You Do This One Move Repeatedly After 50?
This explosive exercise puts your stamina and full-body power to the test.
5 Essential Bodyweight Exercises for Men in Their 60s. Cover. Image of concentrated mature man in sportswear using earpod while doing exercise near seaside in morning

Best Bodyweight Moves for Men in Their 60s
These bodyweight moves build strength and keep you feeling youthful in your 60s and beyond.
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Stronger Than Most Over 50? This Pushup Test Shows
Uncover how strong you are with this one-minute fitness test.
6 At-Home Exercises That Sculpt Your Body Faster Than Gym Machines

6 At-Home Moves That Sculpt Faster Than the Gym
Forget gym machines—these six efficient moves deliver serious results right at home.
5 Daily Core Exercises That Shrink Belly Fat for Women 50+. Cover. Side Plank with Hand Behind Head.

5 Core Moves To Shrink Belly Fat After 50
Keep your core lean and strong after 50 with this daily workout routine.
Denise Austin Interview On The Doctors

Denise Austin's 4 Tips To Tackle 'Menopause Belly' Fat
From diet to exercise, these are the belly fat-melting tips Denise Austin swears by.
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4 Bodyweight Moves That Build Muscle Super Fast
These bodyweight exercises deliver crazy results without ever hitting the weight room.
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5 Foods This Cardiologist Eats To Live Longer
Eat healthy with your heart and longevity in mind.
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Why Dessert First May Help Women Over 45 Slim Down
A registered dietitian shares how eating dessert first can effectively help address cravings.
Buffalo, Minnesota, USA - May 20, 2017 Murph Challenge 2017, Happy athletic girl coming back from 1 mile run and flexing her biceps. 5 Walking Tricks That Burn Fat and Build Muscle, According to a Trainer. Cover

5 Walking Tricks That Burn Fat and Build Muscle
Make every step of your walk count with these pro tips.
Only Have 30 Minutes? Here Are the 5 Exercises That Actually Work. Cover. Determined female athlete looking away and doing goblet squat with heavy kettlebell during intense training in spacious light gym. Strong sportswoman in activewear with ponytail doing plank with dumbbells during functional training in spacious light gym

5 Exercises That Actually Work in Just 30 Minutes
A personal trainer shares how to best spend 30 minutes at the gym.
I always start my day with a glass of orange juice. Cropped portrait of an attractive senior woman enjoying a glass of orange juice while preparing breakfast in the kitchen. Apple Cider Vinegar Shots Are Back—Do They Really Help After 50? Cover

Do ACV Shots Work for Weight Loss After 50?
A dietitian shares the pros and cons of ACV shots.
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4 Simple Morning Habits to Reverse Aging
These are the early-morning anti-aging habits an expert lives by.
Commercial female model with perfect smile lifting weights curling dumbbell for toned fit arms. 5 Best Ways To Feed Muscle & Melt Body Fat. Cover

5 Ways To Build Muscle and Burn Fat Fast
Boost muscle growth while melting body fat with these expert tips.
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5 Grip Moves That Will Instantly Boost Your Lifts
Optimize your grip strength to improve your overall performance and results at the gym.
The Simple Jump Test That Can Predict Your Joint Health. Cover. sporty girl jumping over some boxes in a cross-training gym. Portia Page

Can You Pass This Jump Test? Your Joints Depend On It
One quick jump can expose hidden joint problems before they become painful injuries.
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This Chewing Trick Helps Women Over 50 Lose Weight
This simple eating habit can be a game-changer in your weight-loss efforts.
Laura Caddy. 6 Fitness Habits for Women To Prevent Muscle Loss After 40 Cover. Woman with short blond hair training with dumbbells outdoor. People, fitness and healthcare concept

6 Fitness Habits To Prevent Muscle Loss After 40
Get ahead of muscle loss with these expert-approved tips.
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5 Belly Fat Moves That Are Worth Your Time
These five trainer-approved exercises melt belly fat with total efficiency.
The 3-3-3 Rule That Shrinks Menopause Belly Fat (No Gym Required)

The 3-3-3 Rule That Shrinks Menopause Belly Fat
Burn stubborn menopause belly fat with the 3-3-3 rule.
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4 Moves To Wake Up Stronger and Less Stiff
Try these simple mobility moves before bed for deeper rest and recovery.
Portrait shot of attractive middle aged woman doing plank exercises on yoga mat in the fitness studio. 5 Simple Bodyweight Moves To Rebuild Muscle After 50. Cover

5 Bodyweight Moves To Rebuild Muscle After 50
These bodyweight exercises will help you stay strong and mobile in your 50s and beyond.
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Walking Add-Ons To Stay Strong and Slim After 40
Experts share whether walking on its own is enough to maintain your fitness after 40.
Coffee, calm and woman relaxing in backyard for peace and break on weekend at home in Canada. Smile, nature and mature female person on outdoor chair drinking cappuccino, latte or espresso in garden. 4 Lazy Girl Habits That Melt Belly Fat After 50 (Science Explains Why). Cover

4 Lazy Girl Habits That Melt Belly Fat After 50
These four “lazy girl” habits help women over 50 slim down their midsections.
Young sportswoman doing stride exercises with a basketball outdoors. 5 Standing Core Moves To Shrink Deep Belly Fat After 40. Cover. Alwaleed Alkeaid

5 Standing Moves That Shrink Deep Belly Fat
These standing core moves help flatten your belly without hitting the floor.
I’m a Physical Therapist and This Is What Women Over 50 Get Wrong About Knee Health

Doctor's #1 Rule for Protecting Your Knees
Protect your knee health with an expert’s essential tips.
Woman Exercising with Resistance Band Outdoors. 6 Resistance Band Workouts To Shrink Your ‘Armpit Pooch’ for Women Over 40. Cover

6 Band Moves That Banish Armpit Fat for Good
These six resistance band moves will help tighten and tone dreaded armpit pooch fat.
5 Bodyweight Moves That Keep You Strong, Mobile & Independent After 50

5 Bodyweight Moves To Stay Strong After 50
These low-impact bodyweight moves will help you build and maintain strength well past 50.
woman making yoga in balancing table pose on mat. If You Can Perform These 4 Functional Moves, Your Body’s Built to Last. Cover

4 Functional Moves That Prove You're Aging Strong
Set your body up for the long haul with these key functional moves.
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