Gideon Akande Recommends 5 Standing Bodyweight Moves for Full-Body Strength

2 articles · Updated · Yahoo! Voices · Aug 23

Five standing bodyweight exercises — squat variations, bicep curl to shoulder press, marching in place, cat-cow and no-jumping jack side steps — were highlighted as an accessible full-body routine for beginners and older adults.
Akande said the moves build strength, mobility and balance without floor work or gym equipment, making them useful for people returning to exercise or struggling to get down to the ground.
Squats support sit-to-stand function, marches train balance and stabilizing muscles, and cat-cow helps mobilize the spine while supporting the back.
The routine is framed around functional strength for daily tasks and healthy aging, with moderate intensity aimed at limiting strain, reducing injury risk and supporting bone health.