3 Great Strength Training Workouts Build real strength , move better , and feel younger with these three simple training methods by Adam Petford, Certified Personal Trainer: 10/22/2025 Building Strength for Adults As we get older and wiser in this crazy world, we start to notice a few changes in our bodies, including: Random aches and pains Muscle stiffness Loss of flexibility Loss of muscle Increases in body fat (exactly where you don’t want it!) Loss of energy Think it’s too late to get stronger, fitter and healthier?
Read my guide on getting fit at 50 and why your best years do not have to be behind you. Welcome to Snipers Alley The other day, one of my doctor clients informed me that I was about to enter Snipers Alley — a colorful term that describes a period between 50 and 60 years old where seemingly healthy adults start to suffer from health problems that range from chronic to life-threatening.
I’ve experienced this myself with a serious shoulder problem that flared up last year. To be blunt, our bodies are starting to deteriorate! While you can’t stop this process entirely, if you commit to building and maintaining your strength, you can slow it down — and even reverse it — well into your 60s. As I always tell my clients: If you get stronger, you’re getting younger!
Your body can’t age and build strength at the same time. Benefits of Strength Training for Adults For more advice and information on the benefits of strength training, 👉 check out my previous articles: Strength Training for Weight Loss | Getting Fit at 50! My Top Tips for Effective Strength Training Workouts Try 30-Minute Workouts.
I discovered a while ago the huge value of reducing my and my clients’ workouts to 30 minutes. These shorter sessions pack a punch — delivering excellent results while fitting seamlessly into busy schedules. Why 30-Minute Workouts Work: Time-Efficient: Less time training means more time for other priorities. Increased Frequency : Easier to train multiple times per week.