FOR FELLAS OVER 40, few exercises pack a more versatile (and important) punch than the lunge. We lose muscle as we age—that's just a fact of life. Stability and balance become more difficult.

Lunges are a simple exercise to strengthen the lower body and core, with or without weights. Proper form and modifications can help you avoid joint pain by taking stress off the knees. Versions like ...

Yoga poses for balance include different variations on lunges like the low lunge and the high lunge. Chair pose — which involves pretending to sit on an invisible chair — may also improve balance. One ...

Are you looking to strengthen your leg muscles? If so, try doing jumping lunges. Jumping lunges is a dynamic exercise that has a significant impact on your overall well-being. This explosive practice ...

6. You do not need to hold the lunge position for any specified length. Go at your own pace, returning to the starting position by pushing through your left heel to lift your body back to standing.

With spring still nearly a month away, the continued wintry weather and shorter days with less sunlight could be taking a toll on your motivation to get out and exercise. Understandably, you may be ...

100 lunges a day can be overwhelming. Vanessa started with bodyweight reps to make the task more manageable and approachable. Her aim was to build tolerance, giving her muscles and energy levels a ...

Get in a quick sweat sesh that will work your arms, core, and legs at once with this 30-minute high-intensity dumbbell workout. This workout was created by Ron "Boss" Everline, a C4 athlete, and ...

Milo Bryant is a performance coach as well as an experienced journalist. He’s also in his 50s—and his book Unstoppable After 40 gives you the roadmap to do more than merely remain active as you ...

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