Kettlebells for 50 plus - leg exercise
Dr. Karl Knopf
Author of Older Adult Fitness and Chronic Conditions Books at Ulysses Press
This book offers a full array of exercises for the total body, with modifications shown.
published by ulysses press - available on amazon
squat series
The squat series is designed to enhance the power and strength of the legs as well as tone the torso. The legs are the foundation of independence for 50+ folks. For all squats, keep your back in neutral position, your head up, and your legs a comfortable distance apart. Engage your core, and try to keep your heels down. Lower yourself down until your thighs are parallel with the floor. Make sure your knees point in the same direction as your feet throughout the movement; to protect your knees, don’t allow them to extend past your toes. As you get stronger, you may move on to heavier bells.
If you need to modify any of these squats, feel free to either squat into a chair or place the kettlebell on a table or block so you don’t need to lower yourself down as much.
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