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Kat Storr

Physio says this simple 3-2-1 workout is the ‘most effective approach’ for building full-body strength over 50

Woman doing 3-2-1 workout on park bench in activewear.

Carving out time to exercise can feel like a real struggle sometimes, but we know that you never regret a workout. Even if you’re time-poor, studies have shown that just 20 minutes of strength training or a Pilates workout at home a few times a week can make a real difference to physical and mental health.

Physiotherapist Will Harlow works specifically with clients over 50 who are keen to future-proof their health as they age. Speaking to Tamsen Fadal, host of the Tamsen Fadal podcast and author of How To Menopause, he says you don’t need a gym or expensive equipment to see significant results. Instead, he’s recommending a realistic workout you can do from home, which he believes works.

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