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Adam Meyer

I'm a personal trainer who works with seniors: This is my joint-friendly workout for clients over 50 to build strength and boost coordination

A senior woman exercising .

If you want to learn how to stay agile, strong, and quick on your feet as you age (all while protecting your joint health), this article is for you. Age-friendly plyometrics, or low-impact jump training, involves exercises that keep your muscles fast and responsive while supporting bone density and balance, which are two essential aspects of healthy aging.

“Low-impact jump work helps keep your muscles quick and responsive, which is important for everyday tasks like avoiding a trip or moving quickly when you need to,” explains Amanda Dvorak, CPT, a certified personal trainer with Garage Gym Reviews. “It also helps with good bone density, joint health, and cardiovascular fitness without the pounding of higher-impact routines.”

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