Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

Build strength after 55 with goblet squats, rows, bench press, overhead press, and back extensions, with sets and reps.

Skip the machines. Build muscle after 60 with squats, overhead presses, lunges, and dumbbell rows, plus form tips.

Here's everything you need to know to get started packing on muscle with dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells.