Strength Training Is Essential for Womens HealthWhy Arent More of Us Doing It? [Video]

“Anyone who is still new to strength training should start slowly and focus on proper form to avoid injuries and build a solid foundation,” says Putsov. “You can begin with bodyweight exercises such as squats, lunges, and pushups, which help develop strength and stability without the need for equipment.”

In fact, when it comes to getting started, Zermeño suggests the three S’s: simple, schedule, support. “Keep it simple. Repeat those basic exercises and you will see results,” she says. “Squat, hinge, push, pull, and plank. If it looks like a circus act, you’re doing too much.”

A good rule of thumb is to create a circuit that involves one upper body exercise, one lower body exercise, and one core exercise. “Pick one exercise from each category below and aim to complete three rounds of 10 reps each,” says Zermeño.

Lower Body: Squats, lunges, glute bridge, hip thrust, good mornings, single-leg deadlifts, step-ups

Upper Body:Push-ups, bear-crawls, triceps …