Dr. Dustin DebRoy recommends five standing exercises to improve hip strength after 60
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Updated · Eat This, Not That · Apr 25
Dr. Dustin DebRoy recommends five standing exercises to improve hip strength after 60
1 articles · Updated · Eat This, Not That · Apr 25
Dr. DebRoy, Manager of Chiropractic Education at The Joint Chiropractic, highlights exercises including lunges, squats, lateral lunges, step-ups, and single-leg hip hinges for seniors.
He explains that standing exercises engage more stabilizing muscles than floor stretches, building functional hip strength and improving balance, stability, and daily movement for those over 60.
Strong hips reduce fall risk and support independence as muscle mass and bone strength decline with age, making these exercises especially important for older adults.
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