My dad is 72, and these are the 3 strengthening exercises I use to build his strong core and improve balance

Man over 60 wearing blue tracksuit top holding a dumbbell during workout outdoors.

I’ve been training my dad ever since COVID-19 hit, and I’ve seen significant improvements in his strength and mobility, including a notable boost to his balance and core strength. It’s one of my proudest achievements.

There are many compound exercises I’ve taught him, but some strengthening exercises I’ve implemented more recently have been focused on building a strong core (not just the abs) and improving overall balance and stability. My primary goal is for him to avoid injury as he gets older.