7 Standing Workouts for Over 50 Muscle Endurance

Squats

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, lower into a sitting position as if sitting on a chair, then stand back up. Repeat for a set number of repetitions

Lunges

 Step forward with one leg, lowering your body until both knees are bent at a 90-degree angle. Push back up to the starting position and repeat with the other leg.

Calf Raises

 Stand with your feet hip-width apart, rise up onto your toes, then lower back down. Repeat for a set number of repetitions.

Side Leg Lifts

 Stand with your feet together, lift one leg out to the side as high as you can while maintaining balance. Lower it back down and repeat with the other leg.

Hip Abduction

Stand with your feet hip-width apart, lift one leg out to the side while keeping your hips level. Lower it back down and repeat with the other leg.

Step-Ups

Find a sturdy step or platform, step one foot onto it, then bring the other foot up. Step back down and repeat with the other leg.

Marching in Place

 Stand with your feet hip-width apart, lift one knee up towards your chest, then lower it back down and repeat with the other leg.

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