Do it:
pilates
1/15
This is a low-impact workout that focuses on core muscles such as hips, back, and abs. Use your body as resistance and tap into the mind-body connection. Pilates strengthens muscles, increases flexibility, and helps joints move normally.
 
be careful:
crossfit
2/15
This exercise program can be an effective calorie burner if done correctly. But be careful with this intense workout. Otherwise, you may get hurt. Moves are meant to push you out of your comfort zone to your limit. It can be great for some, but CrossFit definitely isn't for everyone.
 
Go for It:
Tai Chi
3/15
Studies have shown meditation is a big booster of mood and health. Tai chi takes meditation to the next level by putting it into motion. Its series of slow movements helps with balance and stress relief. Also suitable for all ages.
 
be careful:
Crunch
15.4
Not all are bad, but crunches are not good if you have a bad back. They put pressure on the lower part of the spine. It can also tone the muscles you use to sit. This can pull the spine further. If it's a six-pack you're after, ask a fitness expert for other moves you can use that won't wreck your back.
 
Go for It:
Walking
5/15
This oldie but goodie is top-notch for both your body and your brain. You can do it just about anywhere. It's easy on your joints, boosts your mood, and helps you stay heart healthy.
 
Use Caution:
Spot Reduction
6/15
If you want to target tummy fat, you should hit the mat for some sit-ups, right? incorrect. You cannot focus on specific fat areas when training. it's a myth. A better approach, experts say, is to train your whole body. It's your overall fitness that burns fat the best, rather than focusing on a specific area. Do it:
yoga
7/15
If you don't use your muscles, they will weaken. The gentle stretches of yoga will keep your body flexible so you can enjoy an active life. It can also reduce stress, improve breathing, tone muscles, and give you more energy.
 
Do it:
swim
8/15
When it comes to working out, swimming ticks all the boxes.
It's good for joints, promotes heart health, improves mood, and burns calories. It's especially effective when you're injured. Water takes the strain off your body so you can get your heart pumping without pain.
 
Do it:
Run
15.9
Running is the best way to burn calories. Doing this for an hour will burn twice as many calories as if he were cycling or walking for the same amount of time.
 
Do it:
weight training
15.10
Exercise with weights, also called strength training or resistance training, builds muscle, burns calories, and strengthens bones.Weight training can also help the brain as it ages. be careful:
weight training
11/15
However, good technique is key when pumping iron. Bad form can hurt you in a hurry.Some particularly dangerous moves include:
 
• An excessively heavy object was placed on the
• bad posture
• Skip warm-up
• Lift without a spotter
 
Do it:
Oblong
12/15
Not only do you get all the great benefits of walking on an elliptical trainer, but you put less impact on your joints. The movable handle it has also adds arm exercises. It can also be used upside down. This helps strengthen the leg muscles beyond what forward training can do.
Do it:
jump rope
13/15
It's not just an amusement park. It's a powerhouse that can be done anywhere as long as you have a rope. Build lower leg muscles, improve coordination, and create more pathways in your brain. This will help you stay healthy as you age.
 
be careful:
plyometrics
14/15
Speaking of jumps, plyometrics is a type of exercise (also known as jump training) that uses a series of jumps to build strength and explosive power. Done right, it builds strong leg muscles. However, it is easy to fail, especially if you are doing it alone. Poor landings can lead to injuries, including joint problems. Before you start, talk to your trainer to see if it's the right choice for you.
 
Do it:
dance
15/15
Your mind is happiest when you do exercises that work both your legs and arms. The rhythm and constant movement of the dance make it possible. And it's fun, so you keep coming back for more.