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We all experience a decline in mobility and strength as we age, but there’s plenty we can do to maintain and even improve these things after retirement, according to NASM-certified trainer Cori Lefkowith.

“Maintaining muscle condition as we get older is essential for staying active, independent and injury-free,” says Lefkowith, who’s the founder of Redefining Strength , a platform focused on health and fitness for the over-40s.

“Mobility and activation work [light weight or bodyweight moves] improve circulation, posture, balance and coordination, which together help prevent falls and support strong, pain-free movement.” You may like

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