Health Tip

As people age, they lose muscle mass, so it’s important to strength train to stay strong. If there’s only time for one exercise, do a set set of squats.

Squats strengthen all of the muscle groups in legs, including thecalves,quadriceps,hamstrings and glutes, as well as muscles in the lower back and core. Those muscles provide the foundation for most activities of daily living, such as climbing a set of stair or standing up from a chair.