This expert says these are the four exercises women should know how to do as they age

Smiling woman in gym class holding dumbbells by her shoulders. There are women in the background in the same position.

If there's one thing I've learned being a personal trainer and fitness journalist, it's the importance of strength training as you age.

This is particularly crucial for women, who experience a natural decline in muscle mass and bone density over time. Strength and resistance training not only helps maintain muscle mass, but also supports bone health, stability and overall resilience.