“I fully expect to be at least as strong and healthy in my 90s as I am now, if not stronger”—a 72-year-old trainer shares the weekly routine she follows for strength and longevity
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Key Points:
- Liz Hilliard, a STOTT-certified Pilates trainer with decades of experience, created the Hilliard Studio Method (HSM) in 2008, combining Pilates and strength training for balanced full-body workouts.
- At 72, Hilliard is fitter than in her 40s and prioritizes increasing muscle mass to combat age-related muscle loss, which affects independence, strength, and mobility.
- Her weekly routine includes multiple HSM classes focusing on full-body and targeted strength training, daily walking or biking, and one rest day, emphasizing consistent movement for physical and mental health.
- Hilliard’s top workout tips are to choose enjoyable and challenging exercises and to work out with friends to stay motivated and accountable, highlighting the importance of community in maintaining health.
- She aims for longevity and quality of life through strength training, a healthy diet, and strong relationships, expecting to remain strong and healthy well into her 90s.